The whole Ice Bucket Challenge thing was as much about vanity as it was charity. It mostly took off because people liked posting videos of themselves getting drenched in ice water on Facebook. But it raised over $100 million, and it looks like that money might have already made a huge impact. Researchers at Johns…… MORE
Americans’ favorite vices
Americans have so many vices that they can be customized on a state-by-state basis. The social network Foursquare analyzed its data to figure out the vice that’s the most disproportionately popular in every state. They defined a vice as: “an alcoholic drink, fattening food, dessert, or borderline controversial preference.” Here are some of the highlights:…… MORE
Ashley Madison members published, Josh Duggar is one of them
What you’ve been dreading for the past several weeks has become a reality: Those hackers who busted into the servers at AshleyMadison.com have published what they found. That means millions of potential adulterers might very well get caught in the act. You can find out if YOUR significant other was looking to stray by hitting…… MORE
The success of hotels booking websites in Nigeria
Find out how a Nigerian tech entrepreneur went door to door to launch one of the leading hotels booking websites in the country.… MORE
Japanese dare U.S. in robot fight
U.S.-based robotics company Megabots launched a Kickstarter campaign to raise money in preparation for its battle against Japanese robot Kuratas next year.… MORE
‘Firenado’ forms in Idaho
A fire whirl developed near Boise, Idaho, and could potentially cause large-scale damage in the region. CNN’s Pedram Javaheri has more.… MORE
Former Buccaneers DE Simeon Rice Talks Jameis Winston Expectations
Simeon Rice spent six seasons in Tampa Bay and won a Super Bowl, so what does he expect of Jameis Winston’s rookie season under center? Find out in this chat with Campus Insiders’ Ray Crawford.… MORE
Georgia Tech QB Justin Thomas’ Top 5 Plays | ACC Now
The ACCDN showcases the dynamic skill set of Georgia Tech Quarterback Justin Thomas in this ACC Now. Whether by air or by land Thomas moves the Jackets’ offense with a flair for the dramatic. Check out his top 5 plays from last season as he surely plans to continue his assault on the ACC in…… MORE
Pigeon caught flying drug into prison
In a Costa Rican prison, inmates reportedly found a creative way of sneaking drugs into the facility.… MORE
Stupid news: The highlights of the day
Subway spokesman Jared Fogle is going to plead guilty to child pornography charges. It’s not clear exactly what the charges are, but Subway already pulled all of his ads last month. Two guys with a gun tried to rob a Waffle House in Ohio yesterday, but only ended up stealing a menu. A new study…… MORE
