Did you feel it? That was the question du jour after a 5.8-magnitude earthquake centered in Virginia rocked the East Coast from D.C. to Boston. The temblor’s commotion also shook up Twitter with tweeters trying to make sense of …
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Viral: Homeless Man Has Three Degrees and Can’t Find a Job
In normal economic times, we might be calling him Professor Maurice Johnson. But during this economic malaise, he’s just been that guy on the street. Luckily, he’s got a YouTube following.
Land of the Free (and Unfashionable): GQ Ranks the Worst-Dressed Cities
One of America’s oldest cities is also its most poorly dressed—or so says a new list from GQ magazine.
Herakles, Weary No More: Boston Museum Returning Top Half of Famous Statue to Turkey
At long last, “Weary Herakles” will find his other half.
Fugitive Boston Crime Boss James ‘Whitey’ Bulger Is Arrested
At this rate, the FBI isn’t going to need a Most Wanted list much longer.
Airline Nightmare: Delta Passenger Finds Recovered Luggage Reeking of Urine
Sy Haze says he traveled from London to Minneapolis this week and had his luggage sent to the wrong location three times, only to finally receive it damaged, damp and smelling like urine.
When Fans (and Players) Get Violent: 10 Shocking Sports Riots
Last night’s brawls in Vancouver are not the first time hardcore fans have destroyed their city. It’s what has become a curious—and sometimes terrifying—tradition that follows both sports triumphs and losses. Here, a list of …
Vancouver’s Stanley Cup Craze: Grown Men in Full-Body Spandex
We all knew Canadians went crazy for hockey, but how about spandex? And full-body green spandex at that.
The Drunkest Cities in America: Is Yours on the List?
Is your city known for being habitually hammered, or are you one of the few party-hardy folks in the area?
Slithering on the Subway: Snake Reunited With Owner After Getting Loose on Boston Train
NewsFeed is surprised it took almost a month to find Penelope the Boa. Shrieks from terrified passengers should have quickly located her.
Supersized Boston Ambulance Makes Room For Obese Passengers
Following an influx of obese passengers, Boston’s Emergency Medical Services will begin using an ambulance equipped with a hydraulic lift.
The Real World Alum’s Next Stop: Congress
This is what happens when a newly-elected congressman stops being polite and starts getting political.