Let It Be (Eaten): George Harrison Memorial Tree killed by ravenous beetles
“I Me Mine,” the beetles said. Unfortunately for the tree, they were right.
“Slender Man” attack victim, twelve, receives Purple Heart from anonymous soldier
Though the family has asked him to come forward so they can express their gratitude, the soldier has so far chosen to remain anonymous.
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Former NFL coach Tony Dungy responds to criticism of Michael Sam comments
In a lengthy, respectful, and well-meaning statement, the Super Bowl champion clarified what he said in an interview with the Tampa Bay Tribune. But he did leave one part of his original statement unexplained.
Meet Sadie Silver: Master’s degree-holder, respected principal, heroin smuggler
The drug-filled balloons were on her boyfriend’s person, but Silver is charged with the same felonies. Also with endangering the welfare of a child, as her daughter was with the two adults at the time they were smuggling drugs.
Justin Bieber faces jail time after a half-dozen noise complaints in one weekend
Bieber, who has not had a successful single in nearly two years, received warnings instead of citations from the Beverly Hills PD. The reason why…may surprise you.
AUDIO Tasmanian senator incites guffaws with radio interview: ideal man must have “heaps of cash” and big “package”
The most honest (and funniest) interview you will hear all week.
PHOTOS Alix Tichelman suspected of second murder-by-overdose
More and more new information about Alix Tichelman, the so-called “Harbor Hooker of Santa Cruz,” comes to light. See why authorities suspect her in an earlier murder, and where she may have learned her alleged technique.
MUG SHOT Man who had gay affair at nude beach now prime suspect in his wife’s death
The couple had been drinking heavily before she discovered his affair. Then, after separating all day, authorities discovered her bruised and naked body floating near a sandbar.
PHOTOS Germans party too hard, break World Cup trophy
The search is on for the culprit. If by “search” you mean “party,” and by “culprit” you mean “everyone.”
SPOILERS Unconfirmed Star Wars: Episode VII plot details leak
Though unconfirmed, the details come from a generally respected source. See for yourself whether they’re worth believing.
Man loses fingers on Pirates of the Caribbean ride three months after same thing happened to 12-year-old
The incidents were among the many the park is not required to report, due to its exemption from a safety regulation law.
Is The Simpsons killing off Krusty the Clown?
The show, which will start its 26th season at the end of September, is possibly trying to spice things up. Find out where the latest speculation comes from…and where it may lead.
VIDEO Seattle Sounders let Make-A-Wish recipient play in match
Xander Bailey, a teenager from West Virginia, asked the Make-A-Wish Foundation for a chance to hang out with the Seattle Sounders. This weekend, his wish was granted.
NFL coach suspended three games for using homophobic slurs
The coach’s comments were directed in part at former punter Chris Kluwe. Kluwe, who is not a homosexual, has been outspoken in his advocacy for gay marriage equality.
Married man visits doctor, discovers he is a woman
The news was a surprise to the doctors as well as the patient, who has been married for a decade.
Husband sends wife spreadsheet of all her reasons for turning down sex
He had to know that this would go viral, right?
Downton Abbey Season Five premiere date set; cast member reveals death twist
The show will continue its tradition of airing just after the New Year in America. Actress Lesley Nicol talks about character deaths, including Maggie Smith’s.
Grammarians, public divided over Weird Al’s “Word Crimes”
The video has six million views and counting. But not everyone is singing along. Find out whether “Word Crimes” is committing crimes of its own.
Garth Brooks reveals first date of three-year world tour
The king of country-pop will ascend his throne just after Labor Day. His new double album will follow shortly thereafter.
PHOTOS Alix Tichelman, Harbor Hooker of Santa Cruz, pleads not guilty in Google exec’s overdose
Tichelman had been preparing to leave California for her home state of Georgia when police lured her to a hotel and arrested her. She now faces up to fifteen years in prison.
Does Germany get to keep the World Cup?
With an estimated in the low eight figures, the trophy is one of the most precious in sports. Find out what that means to FIFA in practical terms.
VIDEO Five-footer Kacy Catanzaro becomes first woman to completely own the American Ninja Warrior course
She is five feet tall, and weighs 100 pounds. You won’t believe either of those things after watching the video.
German soccer star Mesut Özil uses World Cup money to pay for Brazilian kids’ operations
The German midfielder and Arsenal star had already given enough money for eleven surgeries. Once Germany won the cup, he increased his donation.
Alabama, USC to square off in 2016 Cowboys Classic
Two of the most decorated college football programs in the country will open the season against each other in two years’ time. Alabama will hope to continue its run of recent success; USC is looking to regain past glory.
“Walking Dead” actress gets 18 years for ricin-tainted letter to President Obama
Initially, the actress tried to implicate her husband in the crime. She has already been in Federal custody for thirteen months–long enough to give premature birth to the child with which she was pregnant before getting arrested.
Man uses blowtorch to kill spider, burns house down instead
The man did forty-thousand dollars in damage to the house, and twenty-thousand in damage to his belongings. And he still doesn’t have a spider corpse to show for it.
Ku Klux Klan using bags of candy as recruiting tools in South Carolina
The hate group has apparently decided that its white-sheeted image is never going to escape the specter of Halloween.
PHOTOS AMC releases new pics, details for “Breaking Bad” spinoff “Better Call Saul”
Breaking Bad creator and showrunner Vince Gilligan gave an extensive interview about upcoming series Better Call Saul to the Television Critics Association over the weekend. Gilligan, along with producer Peter Gould, shared a hefty number of details regarding the upcoming spinoff. And AMC was kind enough to release new photos. Get ready for information: …
VIDEO BBC surprises fans with new Doctor Who trailer during World Cup final
Though series eight won’t begin for another five weeks, the BBC aired the new Doctor Who trailer on Sunday. Part of the reason there was no advance notice? Script and footage leaks that found their way onto the internet over the weekend.
PHOTO Argentine striker Lionel Messi vomits in the middle of the World Cup final
Apparently, this is a normal thing for him.
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PHOTO President Obama fist-bumps cashier who quipped about gay sex
The President continues his swing through the west. While in Austin, he made a cashier’s day.
Did Pope Francis really say that 2% of Catholic priests are pedophiles?
The Pope’s remarks, published in Italian newspaper La Repubblica, have raised eyebrows and caused alarm. Now, there are questions about the methods of the journalist who interviewed Pope Francis.
VIDEO We all missed the World Cup Streaker on TV, but LeBron James got him on film
Thanks to a clever bit of camera-switchery, everyone watching at home missed the naked antics. Fortunately for all of us, LeBron James was there with the assist.
VIDEO Unreleased Bill Murray comedy from 1984 available on YouTube
If you think you’ve seen every movie from America’s mischievous grandpa, think again. Then, enjoy the embedded film.
Garth Brooks announces return to music; new album, tour forthcoming
The third-highest-selling artist of the Soundscan era announced the end of his retirement at a Nashville press conference.
Argentinian soccer star says he tore his anus making a World Cup tackle
When a first-rate defender clashed with a world-class striker, something had to give. Unfortunately for Javier Mascherano, that something belonged to him.
President Obama’s “Funny or Die” segment nominated for an Emmy
He’s won multiple Emmy awards for his audiobooks. Now, the producers of Funny Or Die’s “Between Two Ferns” hope his victory magic can rub off on their series.
PHOTOS Gorgeous Belgian soccer fan wins L’Oreal modeling contract upon returning from the World Cup
Axelle Despiegelaere, 17, went viral faster than a winter cold. See why L’Oreal has rewarded her for her hotness and popularity.
What is Hillary Clinton’s net worth? Were the Clintons really dead broke?
The former senator and Secretary of State’s recent comments at a book signing bear scrutiny. While the Clintons did face a massive debt after leaving the White House, they also had massive earning power. The couple has earned nine figures in total income since 2001.
PHOTOS Prostitute injected Google exec with heroin overdose before finishing her wine
The incident, which took place last November, resulted in an eight-month sting operation. Last Friday, police caught Forrest Hayes’ killer, against whom the evidence shows “a level of guilt that reach[es] second-degree murder, rather than manslaughter.”
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President Obama turns down offered pot twice while fundraising in Denver
The 44th President also greeted a man wearing a mask of a horse’s head. Colorado was the first US state to legalize fully the sale and use of marijuana for recreational purposes.
Washington joins Colorado as the second state to legalize and sell marijuana
The two states are the only ones in the country–so far–to allow recreational marijuana use. And Washington has big plans for expanding its jubilant market.
Garth Brooks cancels massive Irish concerts on eve of worldwide tour announcement
The pop star is set to announce his return to the road on Thursday, July 10th. But, on the 9th, he decided to cancel three huge stadium gigs, for which 240,000 tickets had already been sold.
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What are smart drugs? Do they really make you smarter?
The pills, though popular and prevalent in this country, remain something of a mystery. Find out something about their affect on us, and whether they are responsible for creating super brains.
PHOTOS Two aspiring actors cast in major roles in the new Star Wars movie
37,000 actors auditioned in person in eleven American and British cities. 30,000 more hopefuls submitted their materials online. Find out which two people made the cut.
PHOTO Johnny Manziel’s latest escapade involves rolling money in a nightclub restroom
He hasn’t been charged with, caught doing, or accused of any crime. But, at this point, Manziel has to be praying for for NFL season to start–he’s quickly becoming better-known for off-the-field shenanigans than on-field performance.
VIDEO Here’s the view from “Verrukt,” the world’s tallest water slide
If you were bored by Niagra Falls and find most roller coasters dull as a hoe-down, the owners of the Schlitterbahn Waterpark would like a word with you.
Pink Floyd is releasing their first album in twenty years
“The Endless River” will mark the first official release of new material from the legendary band in two full decades.
NFL wide receiver Josh Gordon facing year-long suspension after latest arrest
The talented receiver has been plagued by off-the-field issues, of which this weekend’s DUI is merely the latest. Now, he risks missing the entire 2014 NFL season.
VIDEO Here’s American hero Tim Howard scoring a wind-assisted 102-meter goal
There are probably things that Tim Howard can’t do, or can’t do well. But defending the goal and scoring in the other goal are not among them.
Redskins owner Dan Snyder will change team name under certain conditions, says former GM
Perhaps unsurprisingly, those conditions involve a great deal of money being spent in the right way. But the comments are the first suggestion that Snyder might be willing to change the team name from “Redskins.”
New poll names President Obama the worst U.S. President since World War Two
George W. Bush came in just behind Barack Obama on the list, which also included Richard Nixon and Jimmy Carter. It was not weighted to include perspective.
What is caffeine powder? Can it kill you?
An Ohio teen’s death has sparked concerns that the popular supplement is too readily obtained and too easy to abuse.
VIDEO Burger King’s rainbow fare: Chain offers Gay Pride Whopper
Says one customer: “The meat tastes…sweeter.”
Johnny Manziel parties hard with Justin Bieber, less hard with the police
And a good time was had by all.
Elton John: Jesus “was all about love and compassion,” would have supported gay marriage
The singer made his remarks as part of a wide-ranging interview with British program Sky News. Check out the video inside, along with much more.
Did Orange is the New Black get prisoner furloughs and compassionate release right?
Netflix’ most popular show employed several bold plot points for its just-released second season. But did it get all its facts straight? Find out how spot on its prisoner furlough subplot was, and whether compassionate release works the same way in real life.
The Force is with Chicago: George Lucas museum coming to the Windy City
The man responsible for Luke Skywalker, Indiana Jones, and Jar Jar Binks is taking his talents–and a lot of his neatest stuff–to the Midwest. Find out why, and when.
Uruguay’s Luis Suárez to be sentenced by FIFA in anti-biting scandal
The man they call “The Cannibal” claimed his third victim. Today, FIFA decides how many matches Uruguay’s best player will miss for failing to keep his teeth to himself.
Gary Oldman apologizes for insulting Jews, defending Mel Gibson
The iconic actor, one of the most celebrated of his generation, speaks out with mouth wide open–and then shuts it.