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Obama and Clinton’s tender hug sparks Photoshop battle
One of the biggest moments (or, many moments based on its length) in the Democratic National Convention was President Barack Obama’s speech, which assured America we aren’t a hot mess before building toward an endorsement for Hillary Clinton. And it … Continue reading
James Corden’s parents appear on ‘WWE Raw’, adorably interview wrestlers
You really can’t fault the enthusiasm of James Corden’s parents. When confronted with a room full of half-naked, sweat-soaked WWE wrestlers during a Raw event in London, they certainly don’t shy away from getting stuck in. SEE ALSO: James Corden … Continue reading
Kevin Hart greenlights 10 pitches for his streaming service at Just for Laughs festival
MONTREAL, Canada — Kevin Hart greenlit ten pitches from up-and-coming comedians for his streaming service at the Just for Laughs festival Thursday. The pitch session, which followed a Q&A moderated by Mashable, gave 10 finalists the opportunity to showcase their … Continue reading
Why Yahoo’s big app push wasn’t enough to save it
Throughout her tenure as CEO, Marissa Mayer insisted that Yahoo would be able to win by playing to its strengths. By focusing on a few of its “core” areas, like email and news, the thinking went, Yahoo would be able … Continue reading
YouTubers are editing a ‘brutal cut’ into their videos for an important reason
LONDON — YouTubers and bloggers are “disrupting” their videos and photos on social media as part of a campaign to raise awareness of the threat of female genital mutilation (FGM). SEE ALSO: 7 sexual health issues facing teen girls globally … Continue reading
Four teenage Indian girls explain why they embrace their skin colour
In South Asia, cultural standards of beauty are closely connected with skin colour, giving rise to a flourishing industry of skin-whitening products. In a new video, four Indian teenage girls from Mumbai question these stereotypes and explain why they love … Continue reading
Doug the Pug delivers hugs and cheer to a children’s hospital
The King of Pop Culture and avid pizza lover Doug the Pug is pretty great at bringing smiles to everyone he encounters. Recently, the famous dog and his human, Leslie Mosier, used his adorable powers to cheer up some youngsters. … Continue reading
Beyond Hillary: 10 powerful speeches by women at the Democratic Convention
This week’s Democratic National Convention has been a historic one, featuring the country’s first nomination of a woman for president as a candidate from a major party. It’s also been loaded with star-studded speakers, including appearances from a sitting vice … Continue reading
Taco Bell wants to put puffy Cheetos in your burrito
Cheetos is having quite the fast food moment. Hot off its cheesy collaboration with Burger King, the company will contribute its puffs to a brand-new Taco Bell product: The Cheetos Burrito. SEE ALSO: Cheetos-flavored mac and cheese bites are coming … Continue reading
Hipsters rejoice, Apple’s first Brooklyn store is finally here
WILLIAMSBURG, NY — Brooklynites will no longer have to travel into Manhattan to visit the Genius Bar. On Saturday, July 30, Apple’s first retail store in Brooklyn opens in Williamsburg. Located at 247 Bedford Avenue on the corner of N … Continue reading
