Last month China made news with the surprising announcement that a firm in the city of Changsha would attempt to build the world’s tallest skyscraper in 90 days. Now, the country is making headlines with another ambitious …
Snow, Not International Condemnation, May Delay North Korea Missile Launch
It looks like inclement weather — not widespread suspicion and disapproval — is what will be delaying the second satellite launch attempt since Kim Jong Un took power last year.
French Chateau Demolished ‘By Mistake’ During Renovation
A Polish millionaire says his workers accidentally destroyed the 18th century chateau he was renovating, but villagers in the vineyard town of Yvrac smell a rat.
#HireKevin: One Man’s Quixotic Campaign to Get a Job at Applebee’s Goes Viral
Kevin Matuszak has taken his bid to become the casual dining chain’s next spokesperson to the social media masses.
Late-Night Laughs: The 5 Best Comedy Clips of the Week
This week in the world of late-night television, Colbert subtly entered his name in the political arena (again) and some talented musicians tried their hands at new instruments.
WATCH: Axelrod Finally Shaves the ‘Stache
The Obama campaign strategist proves he is a man of his word.
Reading While Eating for Dec. 7: A Jolt of Jobs
In today’s must-read links for your lunch break: Improvement for U.S. unemployment and even more developments in Kate Middleton’s pregnancy.
Duchess Kate’s Hospital Nurse in Suspected Suicide over Prank Call
The nurse who put through a prank call to Kate Middleton’s hospital ward on Tuesday morning has died of a suspected suicide, reports the Daily Telegraph.
Tumblr of the Week: Your LL Bean Boyfriend
He’s lean, clean, and on your computer screen
So, Your Library Books Might Have Bedbugs
Say what you will about eReaders, but NewsFeed is pretty sure they’re less likely to house vermin.
The Black Marble: The Earth’s Iconic Image Gets a Nighttime Update
The iconic ‘Blue Marble’ view of Earth has been knocked out of the game by NASA’s latest image.
Starbucks Unveils $450 Stainless Steel Gift Card
That can buy a lot of coffees.