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Xbox One: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Alex Keen — Fri, 24 May 2013 12:30:43 +0000

Unless you've been living under a rock, the past three days have been an onslaught of adoration and vitriol for Microsoft’s newest console, Xbox One. Because the recent press conference was so vague, opinions about what the console is capable of is all over the map. For some, the new console means awesome new graphics, better online gaming, and tons of Fantasy Sports support. For others, the new systems’ disregard for indie games, ignorance of backwards compatibility, and obvious cash grab are pushing them away faster than a first date with a hidden snaggletooth. No matter where you stand, the Xbox One has everyone talking about what lies ahead in the next generation of gaming.

Sting's Daughter Earns Rave Reviews in New Movie

Michael Gallucci — Fri, 24 May 2013 12:05:33 +0000

Mickey Sumner, Sting's daughter, has been racking up some great reviews for her role in the new indie movie 'Frances Ha.' The 29-year-old Sumner -- whose mom is Sting's longtime wife, movie producer and actress Trudie Styler -- gets second billing in the film behind star Greta Gerwig, indie movies' latest It Girl.

Paul McCartney Writes Letter of Support for Jailed Russian Punk Rocker

Michael Gallucci — Fri, 24 May 2013 11:58:28 +0000

Paul McCartney has written an open letter of support for one of the jailed members of the Russian punk group Pussy Riot. The former Beatle sent handwritten letters to officials in charge of the woman’s case. After her request to attend her own parole hearing was turned down by Russian officials, Maria Alyokhina announced she would [...]

Sisters Mourning Mother's Death Kicked Out of Mall for Wearing Anti-Cancer Hats

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 24 May 2013 11:55:08 +0000

It may sound crazy, but showing just how much they despise cancer got three sisters booted from a mall. Zakia Clark and Tasha Clark were at the King of Prussia Mall in Pennsylvania last weekend with their other sister, shopping for dresses to wear to their mother’s funeral after she passed away from breast cancer. [...]

Bird-Flavored Ice Cream Is the Most Disgusting Thing You're Dying to Try

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 24 May 2013 11:54:59 +0000

Oh, Japan, you never disappoint. The country that brought us this has now decided to offer bird-flavored ice cream, finally filling a terrible void and putting the “robin” in ‘Baskin-Robbins.’ A Japanese eatery called Torimi Cafe recently offered bird-flavored concoctions at the Small Bird Expo in Osaka (something tells us Torimi doesn’t understand exactly what [...]

NFL May Make Pro Bowl More Like A Game Show

Joe Student — Fri, 24 May 2013 11:50:02 +0000

America loves football, but no one loves the Pro Bowl. The NFL’s annual all-star game is the undisputed lowlight of every postseason, as fans tune out the contest in which the league’s best players often give only half an effort. To remedy the Pro Bowl’s ills, the league is considering implementing elements of a game [...]

Lucky Cashier Sells Herself Winning $1 Million Powerball Ticket — One Week After Another Win!

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 24 May 2013 11:41:33 +0000

Some jobs pay better than others. A Doniphan, Missouri woman who works as a convenience store clerk recently sold herself a winning $1 million ticket in last weekend’s $590 Powerball jackpot. Maryjane Hart’s windfall came just one week after she collected $500 on another ticket she played. For her million dollar payday, Hart chose numbers [...]

Ann Wilson and Joe Walsh Top Guest List on New Album by Microsoft Co-Founder

Michael Gallucci — Fri, 24 May 2013 11:41:05 +0000

Ann Wilson and Joe Walsh are among the classic rock stars who’ve been tapped to play on the debut album by Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen and his group the Underthinkers. The album, ‘Everywhere at Once,’ will be released on Aug. 6. The record will also include contributions from Wilson’s Heart bandmate and sister Ann, Chrissie Hynde, Derek Trucks, Roger [...]

10 Things Amarillians Need To Know For Tornado Season

Angel Dee — Fri, 24 May 2013 11:40:30 +0000

Tornado season is here and by the look of things it seems to be one of the worst seasons in quite a while. Are you prepared? Here are a few things you need to know to stay safe this tornado season. After seeing 50 tornadoes in less than a week, including a massive one in [...]

Psy Impersonator Fools Everyone at Cannes

Emerald Catron — Fri, 24 May 2013 11:25:12 +0000

It seems one of the disadvantages of always wearing sunglasses is that it makes it a lot easier for somebody to impersonate you. Even if you’re incredibly famous. That’s how an impostor managed to party it up at Cannes, while celebrities were excitedly tweeting about meeting Psy. Naomie Harris, pictured above, tweeted “Me and @psy_oppa [...]

'Doodle 4 Google' Winner Depicts Moving Soldier Homecoming

Kyle Dowling — Fri, 24 May 2013 11:17:40 +0000

Who's ready for some tears? Oh, good!

Every year, Google holds an annual "Doodle 4 Google" contest, in which they ask students (from kindergarten through grade 12) to submit drawings based on a specific theme. This year's theme was "My Best Day Ever," and it's hard to imagine one more deserving of that title than this.

Astros Vendor Brings Snow Cones Into Bathroom Stall So Thank God No One Goes to Astros Games

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 24 May 2013 11:11:12 +0000

The Houston Astros stink, but they don’t stink nearly as much as one of their vendors. In a sight more disturbing than their play, a fan walked into the bathroom at Minute Maid Park recently to spot a snow cone vendor doing his business in a stall…with a box of his refreshing ice creamy treats [...]

Homeless Girl Overcomes Odds to Be Named High School Valedictorian

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 24 May 2013 11:10:03 +0000

Homework was never easy for Chelesa Fearce — mostly because she didn’t have a home to do it in. Chelesa was recently named valedictorian at Charles Drew High School in Clayton County, Georgia, even though she was homeless for most of her high school career and was forced to spend some nights sleeping in her [...]

Jim Carrey GIFs For Every Situation

Emerald Catron — Fri, 24 May 2013 11:06:35 +0000

Good old Jim Carrey. Always there for you when you need an over-the-top reaction GIF. Don’t believe us? See what we mean. When your nemesis gets a promotion When you pull off a great prank When the guilt becomes too much How it really feels watching a little kid try to read When you go [...]

New Movies: 'The Hangover Part III,' 'Fast and Furious 6,' 'Epic'

Chris Chaberski — Fri, 24 May 2013 10:11:00 +0000

Wow. This is a monster weekend at the box office. While Memorial Day weekend is usually a good one for theaters, it’s rare to see three heavyweights like these all hitting cinemas at the same time. ‘The Hangover Part III’ Phil, Stu and Alan are back for round three, and you can be sure to [...]

Watch These People Using the Grill Wrong — Daily Distraction

Daily Distraction — Fri, 24 May 2013 08:00:09 +0000

[onescreen item="5076456"] Memorial Day weekend is a big weekend for grilling, so it’s time for a refresher on what exactly not to do with your grill. It seems unnecessary to remind people that grills are dangerous. They contain fire, which, as everyone should know, can burn you. Be very careful with lighter fluid. Don’t try [...]

K-Mart Launches Its 'Big Gas Savings' Marketing Video To Tons Of Laughter

Billy Goforth — Thu, 23 May 2013 15:44:45 +0000

K-Mart has now launched its new gas savings marketing campaign video. It is the ‘Big Gas Savings’ campaign. I’m sure you are already on board. I’m sure by now you have seen its predecessor, the ‘I Shipped My Pants’ video. Well, if you enjoyed that video then you’re in luck. This one is just as [...]

Mom Forces Stepdaughter to Wear Thrift Store Clothes for Being a Bully

Donald Deane — Thu, 23 May 2013 12:47:58 +0000

We've seen parents use unique methods to punish kids in the past -- through Facebook and by making them carry signs on busy streets, for example. But a Utah woman punished her stepdaughter in the most creative way yet by forcing her to wear ill-fitting thrift store clothing for being a bully.

12-Year-Old Banned From Pitching in Little League Because He's…Good At Pitching?

Wes Glinsmann — Thu, 23 May 2013 12:00:27 +0000

A 12-year old in Massachussetts has been banned from pitching for his little league team, because he is too good. At 5’1” and 90 pounds, Tanner Beebe looks like a normal 12-year-old kid, but the power behind his right arm and his 60 MPH fastball caught the attention of the parents of opposing players and [...]

Commuter Train Goes to Ridiculous Lengths to Help Singles Hook Up

Drew Weisholtz — Thu, 23 May 2013 11:52:10 +0000

There’s a city out there that wants you to join hands and start a love train. Officials in Prague are working on creating separate cars for singles on the subway in a way to guarantee people look for the one, as well as a seat. The transportation authority that runs the Ropid subway system in [...]