This could be the false alarm of the year–and it’s only January.
Californians: Delete Your Fake ‘Governator’ Facebook Profiles Now
And not just because he’s no longer governor. California has just made it harder to pretend to be someone you’re not — at least on the Internet.
Why is The Social Network Returning to Movie Theaters?
David Fincher and Aaron Sorkin’s masterful retelling of what might have gone down in the early days of Facebook is heading back to a theater near you. And the reason why could be as devilish as the machinations that allegedly …
Pope John Paul II Closer to Sainthood After Vatican Confirms Miracle
In 2005, mourners at Pope John Paul II’s funeral’s chanted “sainthood now.” It looks like the Vatican heard them.
New Marriage Database Will Make Cheating In China Challenging
Sure, you could trust your partner. But then again, why bother, when the Internet can let you know if you’re lover is faithful.
Hot, Flat and Crowded: Global Population to Reach 7 Billion in 2011
Sometime late this year, our planet will welcome its 7 billionth person. Yes, that’s a lot of people. But, no, it’s not (necessarily) the end of the world.
Reading While Eating for January 6: Scares, Leaks and Tears
Thursday’s links include a turtle with wheels for legs. Why wouldn’t you read on?
A Little Respect, Please: Nicole ‘Don’t Call Me Snooki’ Polizzi Is An Author Now
There comes a point in every person’s life when they decide it’s time to shed the shackles of an awkward moniker.
Lost In Translation? Bill Murray Crashes Karaoke Night
Did life really just imitate art? Because if you loved Bill Murray singing his heart out in Lost In Translation — and who didn’t? — then imagine hearing the knock on the door at a karaoke room in New York to see the actor ready …
Will You Marry Me, Dana? Or Any Other Groupon Stranger?
Nothing says romance like discounts. And nothing says marital bliss like a $1 price tag.
Tatler Magazine Gives Kate Middleton the Andy Warhol Treatment
Kate Middleton isn’t just a future Princess—she’s a magazine cover girl, too.
Report: Iran ‘Detains’ American Woman for Spying
A state-owned newspaper is reporting that Iranian authorities have detained a 55-year-old American woman on spying charges.