Jezebel: Leftovers

Let's Discuss Leftovers

Anna North — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 16:30:00 EST

If you hosted Thanksgiving dinner last night, or if you're staying with someone who did, you're probably faced with a fridge-full of delicious and less-delicious foodstuffs. What's your plan of attack? More »

Heavy Drinkers Live Longer Than Non-Drinkers

Katy Kelleher — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 18:00:00 EDT

A recent study found that heavy drinkers live longer than teetotalers. However, before you go on a bender, researchers also found that moderate drinking—defined as 1-3 drinks per day—is even better for the body.

Drive-In "Sex Boxes" To Shield Swiss Hookers From View

Katy Kelleher — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 18:17:00 EDT

Police in Switzerland are planning on building a series of "sex boxes" that will allow drivers to approach prostitutes without the whole messy street walker thing getting in the way. They will also help hide sex workers from society.

Women Believe Sleeping With The Boss Is A Good Career Move

Katy Kelleher — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:30:00 EDT

According to researchers, some 37% of office workers believe that sleeping with the boss can help you get ahead and 34% of women in executive positions say they know someone who has slept with their boss.

Doctors Report Rise In STDs Among Young Women

Katy Kelleher — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 17:56:00 EDT

STDs are on the rise, especially among the young. Health authorities from the UK report a 3% rise in cases of STIs in the past two years and they believe that young adults are responsible for the upward trend.

Levi Johnston: Still Political After All These...Days

Katy Kelleher — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 18:10:00 EDT

Levi Johnston is not ready to let his 15 minutes go quite yet. The famous father has filed papers to run for office next year in Wasilla. A spokesman says Johnston is interested in running for mayor or city council.

Women-Only Train Service Launched In Jakarta

Katy Kelleher — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 17:23:00 EDT

In efforts to fight sexual harassment, Indonesia has launched a new train service. The experimental ladies-only carriages have brightly colored pink seats and are staffed by women. Though some welcome the change, others say it's not really a solution.

Study Says Cougars Aren't Real

Katy Kelleher — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 17:30:00 EDT

A psychology researcher from the University of Wales Institute recently conducted a study on what women want and shockingly, it's not younger men. After examining 22,400 ads on dating websites, he concluded that women really want older men.

Conservative Conference Dumps Ann Coulter

Katy Kelleher — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 17:30:00 EDT

Ann Coulter has been dropped as the speaker for WorldNetDaily's "Taking America Back National Conference" because of her association with GOProud, a republican group that promotes same-sex rights. Coulter plans to speak at "HOMOCON" in late September.

"Miracle" Plane Crash Kills Only One Passenger

Katy Kelleher — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 17:43:00 EDT

A plane crash is being hailed as a "miracle" after only one of the 131 passengers died. The jetliner hit a thunderstorm and broke apart on a Caribbean island runway. According to officials, only five people were seriously injured.

Michelle's Approval Ratings Are Plummeting. Guess Why.

Katy Kelleher — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 18:03:00 EDT

Michelle Obama's approval ratings have fallen following her recent vacation in Spain. According to the Wall Street Journal/NBC News poll, only 50% of Americans have a favorable impression of her, down from 64% in April 2009.

Are Women Better At Cheating?

Katy Kelleher — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 17:45:00 EDT

A poll from IllicitEncounters.com found that women are much better at hiding their extramarital affairs than men. "We find men can be surprisingly reckless when it comes to disguising their affairs," said Sara Hartley, spokeswoman for the company.

Teen Beauty Queen Stripped Of Her Crown For Going Brunette

Katy Kelleher — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 18:22:00 EDT

A 15-year-old beauty queen was stripped of her title after officials spotted pictures of her on Facebook with newly dyed hair. The formerly blonde Miss Teen Wanganui was asked to hand over her crown when she chose to go brunette.

Women Spend Three Years Of Their Lives In The Kitchen

Katy Kelleher — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 17:13:00 EDT

According to a study out of the UK, women spend three years of their lives cooking, which is more than double the amount of time men spend in front of the stove. But there is good news:

Baby Formula Causes Breast Tissue Growth In Infants

Katy Kelleher — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 17:56:00 EDT

In case you thought it wasn't enough that seven-year-olds are entering puberty: female infants in China are growing breasts, thanks to the high levels of estrogen found in a certain brand of formula.

Airline Puts Flight Attendants On Leave Until They Slim Down

Katy Kelleher — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 18:14:00 EDT

28 flight attendants at Turkish Airlines have been asked to stay grounded for six months while they try and slim down. According to the airline, all of them had previously been received warnings about their weight.

The Obamas' Off-Limits Topic

Katy Kelleher — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 18:14:00 EDT

In a recent interview with Ladies Home Journal, Michelle Obama says she would "never talk about weight with my girls." She adds, "I try not to even talk about my weight. Because you're right, it is a sensitive issue."

Shut Up Feminists: Men Do Housework, Too!

Katy Kelleher — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 18:05:00 EDT

And now for the Worst Headline Of The Day: "The lazy husband myth: forget feminist moans, men do more than their fair share around the house," brought to you from - where else? - the Daily Fail.

Kindergarten Graduation Turns Violent When Moms Fight Over Facebook

Katy Kelleher — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 18:00:00 EDT

Two California women were arrested last month after they started a brawl at a kindergarten graduation. What began as an argument quickly turned physical, at which point several men got involved, forcing the officials to place the school on lockdown.

You're Never Too Young To Start Stealing Botox

Katy Kelleher — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 17:55:00 EDT

A 29-year-old Florida woman was arrested late Monday night for stealing Botox and other cosmetic treatments from local doctors. Maria Elizabeth Chrysson has been slapped with three charges of grand theft and the alliterative and creative nickname "The Beauty Bandit."

Iranian Rugby Team Plays In Veils For First European Game

Katy Kelleher — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 17:38:00 EDT

Members of the Iranian women's rugby team took to the field in Italy for their first European game ever. The athletes wore veils and long-sleeves. One player explains: "The whole team has learnt how to keep the veil in place."

Spielberg And Streisand Might Make It To That Thing This Weekend

Katy Kelleher — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 17:35:00 EDT

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Chelsea Clinton's wedding is the single most important thing to happen to Rhinebeck since Henry Hudson sailed up river. But who is coming to the party? The Daily Beast has the answers:

Children's Book On Sarah Palin Postponed Indefinitely, Thank God

Katy Kelleher — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 17:48:00 EDT

File this under Unexpected Good News: Christian publisher Zondervan has suddenly pulled all information about a forthcoming children's book on Sarah Palin from their website. A publicist would only say that the project has been postponed — indefinitely.

Birth Control Isn't Exactly A Turn On, Says Study

Katy Kelleher — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 17:22:00 EDT

Following a study on the effects of birth control on lemur-scent, which found that contraceptive injections made female lemurs less sexy to potential mates, British scientists are considering undertaking a similar test on humans.

Agreeable Women More Likely To Become Moms, Study Says

Katy Kelleher — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 17:35:00 EDT

According to a recent UK study, women who are "agreeable" are more likely to have children at a young age than those who are "open-minded." Open-minded women tended to choose education over babies, and "risk going through life childless."

Sex Over 40 Is Dangerous! And You Can Get Chlamydia In Your Eye!

Katy Kelleher — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 17:30:00 EDT

A "glamorous" 70-year-old woman went into her doctor's office complaining of an eye infection. It turns out that she didn't have "dry eye" - a swab of in infected area showed she had chlamydia. In her eye.

Most Expensive Beer Comes In Taxidermy Package

Katy Kelleher — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 17:30:00 EDT

Scottish Brewery BrewDog are selling what they claim is the most expensive beer ever created. The beverage is 55% alcohol and comes packaged inside a dead animal. It also costs over $700.

Obama Personally Apologizes To Shirley Sherrod

Katy Kelleher — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 17:24:00 EDT

Obama spoke today with Shirley Sherrod, the former Argiculture Department employee who was forced to resign over a heavily-edited and misleading report about a speech she gave to in march. A statement released about the call explained:

You Don't Want To Know What's In Your Cosmetics.

Katy Kelleher — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 17:24:00 EDT

Just to reiterate what you probably already suspected: everything from sunscreen to mascara is chock full o' dangerous chemicals. Lead in lipstick, carcinogens in baby shampoo... the list goes on and on.

Mothers Boycott Johnny Rockets After Breastfeeding Debacle

Katy Kelleher — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 17:20:00 EDT

A group of women got together in Kentucky to protest the anti-breastfeeding practices of a local Johnny Rockets. The manager of the Newport restaurant tried to make a mother feed her baby in the bathroom, which is illegal in Kentucky.

Study Says Women Peak At 31

Katy Kelleher — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 17:09:00 EDT

A recent survey of 2,000 Brits found that women are generally perceived to be at their "most attractive" at the ripe old age of 31. Researchers also found that confidence was more importance than looks in defining beauty.

Joran Van der Sloot Unsurprisingly Linked To Sex Trafficking Ring

Katy Kelleher — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 17:17:00 EDT

• New evidence has linked Joran Van der Sloot with the disappearance of two girls from Thailand. Van der Sloot was allegedly involved with a sex trafficking ring, where he recruited a dozen young Thai woman. More »

Chelsea's Nuptials Is America's Royal Wedding

Katy Kelleher — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 17:30:00 EDT

• More and more details are emerging about Chelsea's impending nuptials. She's picked the place (the Astor estate in Rhinebeck, New York) and the rehearsal dinner caterer (Terrapin restaurant). She even purchases some "understated" pillows from a local shop. More »

Ladies Fall Prey To The Aniston Effect

Katy Kelleher — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 17:46:00 EDT

• According to the Daily Mail, there is a such thing as the Jennifer Aniston Effect. No, this has nothing to do with weeping silently into your pillow over your lack of babies or Brad — it's about your hair. More »

French Assembly Passes 'Burqa Ban'

Katy Kelleher — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 17:12:00 EDT

• As expected, the French Assembly has indeed voted in favor of banning the full facial veil in public spaces; the measure extends to both burqas and niqabs. The bill is expected to be ratified by the Senate in September. More »

Mice Made Gay By Genetic Modification

Katy Kelleher — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 18:44:00 EDT

• Scientists from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology claim that they have made genetic modifications in female mice that cause them to "reject the advances of their male counterparts and attempt to mate with fellow females." More »

Czech Political Figures Pose For Sexy Calendar

Katy Kelleher — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 17:12:00 EDT

• Women are making major headway in Czech politics. Weirdly, they have decide to celebrate this fact by releasing a racy calendar featuring photos of some of the leading female members of the Public Affairs party. More »

Naked Man Enjoys A Cigarette & Gets On Sex Offender Registry

Katy Kelleher — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 17:30:00 EDT

• A 55-year-old British man was arrested and charged with shameless indecency after he was spotted by a neighbor jumping naked on his trampoline. More »

Hawaiian Governor Shoots Down Marriage Equality

Katy Kelleher — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 17:32:00 EDT

• Gov. Linda Lingle announced yesterday that she has vetoed Hawaii's same-sex civil unions bill. Lingle's action came on the final day she had to either sign or veto the bill, which the Hawaii Legislature had approved in late April. More »

Swedish Feminists Burn Over $10,000 In Protest

Katy Kelleher — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 17:30:00 EDT

• On Tuesday, a group of Swedish feminists burned 100,000 Swedish kronor ($13,000) at a barbecue to protest the pay gap. More »