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Susan G. Komen for the Cure has become a bloated Cancer Awareness McDonald's that offers more swag and socialization opportunities than cure. But just because Komen's managed to portray breast cancer as a feathery pink celebration of sisterhood and not a disease best fought with patient empowerment and scientific understanding doesn't mean that every breast cancer charity is in the same boat. Here's how you can help support the search for the cause and a cure without giving money to Komen. More »
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Ever wonder exactly who "the friend" is dishing the dirt on celebrities? Well, in the case of the Rielle Hunter-John Edwards scandal, we know exactly who it was: the memorably-named Pigeon O'Brien. And now, she's explaining why, exactly, she went to the Enquirer, broke their affair, and effectively ended his political career. More »
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"John Edwards has proposed to Rielle Hunter, and is buying a luxury beachfront home...where they can live happily ever after with their love child," says The Enquirer. And oh yeah, she had an affair with Jeff Goldblum. [National Enquirer, Star] More »
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• Just to prove to American voters that they are really unfeeling, the Republican National Committee released word today that the California Republican Party is filing an FEC complaint against Barack Obama for his visit to his dying grandmother, who passed away today. Is anyone home over there? [Washington Post]
• If you weren't already aware, Barack Obama doesn't want to see your underwear. Panty-flinging should remain metaphorical. [Politico]
• Sarah Palin is definitely not releasing her medical records. I want to be angry about this, but I wouldn't want reporters pawing around my gynecological exams either. [CNN]
• Republican Senator Orrin Hatch, having lived the last 8 years with his head firmly up his ass, thinks that the U.S. will "lose a lot of stature throughout the world" if we elect Obama. [Politico]

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