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Vuvuzela Fatwa: United Arab Emirates Hates the Horns Even More Than You
There’s no shortage of reasons why the vuvuzela should go. But what about a legal ruling?
In Squid We Trust: Spain to Win World Cup?
The “octopus oracle” is back at it, predicting that the Netherlands will fall to Spain in the World Cup final. Plus, he gives an exclusive interview to TIME! (via TIME’s World Cup blog)
Russian Spy Swap: A Global Edition of Musical Chairs
The U.S. and Russia are staging their own game, minus the music.
Quotes: Russian Lawyer on Potential “Spy Swap”
“Probably he will be free today, this is the most important thing.”
– ANNA STAVITSKAYA, lawyer for imprisoned Russian scientist, Igor V. Sutyagin, saying he, among others, will be freed and sent to the U.K. as part of a “spy …
Ethics Quiz: What Do You Do When 2 Million Euros Spill on the Highway?
I’m willing to bet you all thought the only place you’d find money flowing through the streets would be either in a bad lottery commercial, or a Lucky Charms ad. Well think again! (via BBC)
“Octopus Oracle” Paul: Actually Psychic?
An octopus correctly predicted the outcomes of all six of Germany’s World Cup games. So when do we have to start worshiping him as our leader?
Happens to Everyone: Airline Loses Netanyahu’s Luggage
You’d think airlines would be a little more careful when dealing with a world leader’s stuff.
Mullets: Out of Style, and Now Illegal in Iran
It’s a tough time to have a mullet in this world. First, you get ridiculed for looking silly, and if you live in Iran, the government could fine you for your ‘do.
Queen Elizabeth’s $57 Million Frugal Budget
Times are tough and that means everybody is cutting back, no matter how many jewels they happen to wear in their crown.
Female Runner Allowed to Compete as a Female
It’s been a mad dash to prove it, but Caster Semenya is about to cross the finish line—as a woman.
Israeli Soldiers Dance on Duty in the West Bank
Israeli soldiers in Hebron, a volatile area of the West Bank, filmed themselves breaking it down to Ke$ha’s song “Tik Tok.” But does it beat the Lady Gaga rendition by U.S. soldiers? Video at TheDailyWh.at.
