It must be lonely at Robert Mugabe’s during the holidays. That’s the premise of a new ad from South Africa–based fast-food chain Nando’s, which has scored a viral hit by depicting Zimbabwe’s President (or rather, a …
NBA Season Saved, Just In Time For Christmas
NBA fans will receive quite a gift this Christmas: a season. At around 3:30 AM Saturday morning, the NBA’s owners and players announced that they have reached a handshake agreement on a new collective bargaining agreement, after …
Black and Blue Friday: Shootings and Pepper Spray Send Shoppers into a Frenzy
(UPDATED: 10/26, 4:55 p.m.)
Black Friday’s extreme sales always bring out the most competitive shoppers, who aren’t afraid to cut a line or throw an elbow to nab the best bargains. But this year, the usual pushing and …
Rolling Stones’ Let It Bleed Album Art For Sale
Who ever said “you can’t always get what you want?” Here’s the ideal present for the music fan who’s unamused by a simple CD under the tree.
Post-Thanksgiving Travel? Blame Jet Lag for Your Memory Loss
Jet lag causes memory and learning problems, according to new research.
Treasure Hunt: Mystery Million Dollars in Suitcase Found in Cafe
An Australian pizzeria got more dough than they wanted when staff discovered a suitcase stuffed with a million dollars (US $977,000) cash left behind by a mysterious man.
Three Children Among Six Dead in Thanksgiving Eve Arizona Plane Crash
Thanksgiving turned tragic for several Arizona families after a plane went down.
Unhealthy Competition? Woman Roasts Six Guys In Turkey Eating Contest
Competitive eater Sonya “The Black Widow” Thomas, of Alexandria, Va. put her cavernous stomach to good use in a turkey eating contest.
Lady Gaga Opens Santa’s Workshop in Barneys
While Santa’s elves couldn’t envision a chair made entirely out of hair, Lady Gaga could.
Ate Yourself Sick? Novelty Barf Bags Are Here For The Holidays
A new collection of festive-themed sick bags and greeting cards are being printed with phrases such as “Merry Christmas and a Happy Spew Year.”
UC Davis Pepper Spray Racks up Fiery Amazon Product Reviews
So much for not shooting the messenger
Black Friday: Skip the Mall, Head to the Car Dealership?
Is Black Friday the best day of the year to get a bargain on a new car?