“The conspiracy website WorldNetDaily is promoting a company in Idaho that sells bullets coated with “pork-infused paint” that are supposed to “deter Islamists from martyrdom.” The company, Jihawg Ammo, is apparently playing on the Islamic tradition of not eating pork, hatred of Muslims and love of guns.”* A company called …
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Republican Still FAILS To Understand Rape and Pregnancy
“No question, the latest entry, by Rep. Trent Franks of Arizona, was impressively soundbite-ready: “The incidence of rape resulting in pregnancy are very low.” It’s tidy, pithy—plus, it includes the word “rape,” which is a proven attention grabber.”* Trent Franks is yet another Republican representative with a fundamental misunderstanding of …
Read More »It’s Awesome | Slang Hunters
The origins of the word “awesome” are explored. It’s awesome. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world’s premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge …
Read More »NBA Finals 2013: Manu Ginobili Facts – The Daily Win
Following a breakout Game 5, will Manu Ginobili stay in form for the Spurs or regress to his prior performance? The Daily Win takes a deeper look at what we know for sure about the Argentine star. Photo Credits: Brendan Maloney/USA Today Bob Donnan/USA Today Sean Gallup/Getty Images
Read More »Trader Joe’s Food Smackdown
Which Trader Joe’s foods are the healthiest? Mother Jones’ Kiera Butler puts them to the test. Read the full story: http://www.motherjones.com/environment/2013/06/which-trader-joes-foods-are-healthiest Music: “In Fielder” by Miro’ Belle” http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Miro_Belle/Kiss_This_Vol_0/01_Mir_Belle_-_In_Fielder Reporter & chef: Kiera Butler Produced & edited by Brett Brownell
Read More »MSNBC Hangout On Air – DOMA/Prop 8 Decision: What Does This All Mean?
MSNBC Hangout On Air – DOMA/Prop 8 Decision: What Does This All Mean?
Read More »Sea Lion vs. Penguin | National Geographic
In a sprint for survival, a gentoo penguin tries to outrun a hungry southern sea lion. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world’s premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories …
Read More »Bills’ EJ Manuel on Doug Marrone’s Playbook, OL gifts, sandwiches (2013 NFLPA Rookie Premiere)
The Buffalo Bills drafted EJ Manuel 16th overall in April’s NFL Draft, making him the first QB off the board. At the 2013 NFLPA Rookie Premiere, EJ Manuel spoke with SB Nation’s Dan Rubenstein about transitioning to life in the NFL, making sure his big uglies up front are well-fed, …
Read More »49ers Rookie Vance McDonald on SF Weather, his Rookie of the Year Pick (2013 NFLPA Rookie Premiere)
At the 2013 NFLPA Rookie Premiere, San Francisco 49ers rookie tight end Vance McDonald speaks with SB Nation’s Dan Rubenstein about life in San Francisco, spending money on his girlfriend, and his celebrity crush. Subscribe for dozens more upcoming NFL rookie interviews, features from the 2013 NFLPA Rookie Premiere, and …
Read More »Isabel Allende: A Literary Life | Nat Geo Live
One of the world’s most celebrated writers, Isabel Allende, employs her trademark wit and humor to share personal and touching stories of how family, politics, and her Chilean homeland inspire her books. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe ➡ Get More Nat Geo Live: http://bit.ly/MoreNatGeoLive About Nat Geo Live (National Geographic Live): Thought-provoking …
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