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Dying Man's Husband To Be Deported

Remy Stern · 08/21/11 02:09PM

Seven years ago in Massachusetts, Bradford Wells married his long-time partner, Anthony John Makk. They have now been together for 19 years. Sometime this week — by Thursday at the latest — Anthony John Makk will be forcibly removed from the country. He is Australian, and the government has denied him permanent residency. Which it can do, because the federal government doesn't recognize same-sex marriage.

Why the Media Is Ignoring Ron Paul

Remy Stern · 08/21/11 01:52PM

It's been clear for some time now that the media is ignoring Ron Paul. Now it's a mathematical fact. Pew Research has crunched the numbers, and it turns out the media's giving less love to Ron Paul than to fellow presidential candidate Jon Huntsman.

Excessive Absenteeism Costs Oregon Mayor His Job

Lauri Apple · 08/21/11 12:50PM

Brady Harrington, who last November was elected to his second term as mayor of Sodaville, Oregon, isn't mayor anymore, because his city council peers were tired of him never showing up for meetings and replaced him. Available job alert!

Did Lindsay Lohan Try to Upstage Kim Kardashian at Her Own Wedding?

Lauri Apple · 08/21/11 11:18AM

Saucy LiLo shows up to the Kardashianganza dressed in a long white gown accessorized with major cleavage. Chely Wright weds. Christina Aguilera wants to wed. And Charlie Sheen and Brooke Mueller might wed again. Today's Gossip Roundup is an overworked bridesmaid with cake all over her dress.

Mocking Boy Dishonors Kardashian Marriage on CNN

Lauri Apple · 08/21/11 10:02AM

While CNN reporter Kareen Wynter valiantly tried to provide significant details about the Kim Kardashian/Kris Humphries nuptials to the American people, some kid—some punk—mocked the seriousness of this most historic matrimonial event and related gown news.

"We Will Strangle Qaddafi’s Troops Tonight," Say Libyan Rebels

Lauri Apple · 08/21/11 09:38AM

Libyan leader/fashion icon Muammar Gaddafi might have to file for unemployment soon, as it seems rebel fighters in his country—emphasis on "his," at least until now—have put down their bongs and taken control of several cities. Now they're gearing up to take over Tripoli, the Libyan capital city. Like, for real this time.

Chainsaw-Wielding, Fish-Kissing Man Is America's Most Misunderstood Neighbor

Lauri Apple · 08/20/11 05:51PM

Everybody say hello to Dale McDaniel, your new favorite Floridian! He's 52, has been arrested at least 34 times, allegedly shouts obscenities at people and pisses in his trash-strewn yard, drinks pretty much constantly, and has left an indelible impression upon his neighbors, many of whom say they fear him.

Best-Selling Author and Grieving Mother Loses $20 Million to 'Psychics'

Remy Stern · 08/20/11 03:23PM

True story! I used to work for James "The Amazing" Randi, the famed magician-turned-arch-skeptic, at his foundation in Fort Lauderdale, where we combated psychics and faith-healers and exorcists and all kinds of predatory bullshit slingers. The reaction Mr. Randi most frequently elicited from angry believers: "What's the harm? So what if I want to believe in [magic/psychics/prayer/reincarnation/heaven/ghosts/angels]? Believing gives people hope!"

Striking Verizon Employees Going Back to Work

Lauri Apple · 08/20/11 03:00PM

The 45,000 or so unionized Verizon workers who have been on strike since August 7 will go back to work on Tuesday under an extension to their existing contract, while negotiators for both sides are still trying to agree on a new and not necessarily improved contract.

Can Jon Stewart Ask You a Question?

Roger Cormier · 08/20/11 02:10PM

If you've watched The Daily Show regularly over the years, you may have noticed that Jon Stewart has a tendency to ask his guests if he can... ask them a question. You haven't? Allow us to present to you 12 years of Stewart's pre-question questions in less than three minutes. Spoiler: nobody ever says no.

Late Summer's Gratuitous Shots of Celebrities in Bathing Suits

Brian Moylan · 08/20/11 12:50PM

Labor Day is almost upon us, people, which means we need to get in our fix of celebrities of all stripes parading around in next to nothing at the beach. Let's take advantage while we still can!

Heidi Klum, the woman of a million bikinis, hangs out on the beach with her baby seal. Wait, I mean, her baby (comma) Seal. [Images via INF and Flynet]

The Best Videos of the Week

Matt Cherette · 08/20/11 11:38AM

Maybe you were out enjoying the summer weather all week and couldn't check your favorite Gawker Media sites. Or maybe you're leaving town for the weekend and want one last distraction before you hit the road. Well, whatever the case, we've got you covered. Here are some of the most amusing and entertaining videos we watched during the week that was.

Kim Kardashian's Making Marriage History Today

Lauri Apple · 08/20/11 11:10AM

American princess Kim Kardashian and her towering beau are changing their tax status. Charlie Sheen and his once-upon-a-time bride Brooke Mueller are celebrating sobriety, of all things, in Mexico. Lady Gaga's been surfing. Today's Gossip Roundup is strutting down the aisle in a satiny white gown, taking your breath away.

Rick Perry Talks About Sexxx

Remy Stern · 08/20/11 10:39AM

You know why Texas has the highest birth rate in the nation? And the highest incidence of repeat teen pregnancies? It's all the sex!

Iran Sentences American Hikers to Eight Years in Prison

Lauri Apple · 08/20/11 09:40AM

Without presenting any evidence whatsoever to back up their claim, Iranian authorities have sentenced American hikers Joshua Fattal and Shane Bauer to five years in prison for spying for the United States. And you thought American justice was bad!