Sending arms to Ukraine won’t work
Intensifying clashes in eastern Ukraine following a new Russian-backed separatist offensive on January 13 have fueled debate over how the United States and others should respond to the uptick in…
Month: February 2015
U.S. Measles Count Increases To 121 Across 17 States
As of February 6, 2015, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has documented 121 cases of measles in 17 states and Washington D.C. – Graphics by Alissa Scheller for…
Proof The Oscars Don’t Always Give Best Picture To The Year’s Best Movie
We like to think Best Picture goes to the year’s most celebrated film, but that’s hardly the case. In fact, just three of the past 20 winners (“12 Years a…
Celebrating The Forgotten Heroines Of Black History
Black History Month aims to celebrate the achievements of African American icons who have changed the course of history, but not all are afforded the same recognition. Few know about…
‘Manning Up’ Examines The Lives Of 27 Transgender Men In Their Own Words
A new book takes an inquisitive and inspired look at the journey of 27 “complex, diverse, loving and lovable” transgender men, as told in their own words. – For mire…
CJ Phillips And Charlie Rainwater, ‘Tech Bear’ Couple, Appear On ‘The Rachel Maddow Show’
This story just keeps getting better and better. – Check out the clip above to hear more — the conversation with Philips and Rainwater beings at the 2:50 mark.
Rosie O’Donnell Cites Heart Attack, Stress As Reasons For Leaving ‘The View’
Last week, Rosie O’Donnell announced she would be leaving ABC’s “The View” after just five months with the show. The decision marked her second departure from the program, having quit…
This NBA Fashion Show Will Be The Highlight Of The Entire Season
We may have picked our favorite show from New York Fashion Week already, and it hasn’t even started yet. TNT announced Tuesday that it will exclusively air the NBA’s first-ever…
Harry Reid Running For Re-Election In 2016: Report
Sen. Harry Reid summoned dozens of staffers to the Senate’s Mansfield Room Tuesday and delivered a clear message: He’s running for reelection next year. Read the whole story at Politico
The Democratic presidential nominee doesn’t have to be a Democrat
The DNC defines a presidential candidate as someone who “has accrued delegates in the nominating process and plans to seek the nomination, has established substantial support for his or her…
The Dramatic Decline Of Europe’s Jewish Population Has Not Been Exaggerated
In 1939 there were an estimated 9.5 million Jews living in Europe. Today their numbers have diminished to roughly 1.4 million — just 0.2 percent of Europe’s total population. –…
Beyoncé Releases Mini-Documentary Highlighting Racial Injustice (VIDEO)
Reactions from Beyoncé’s Grammy performance of notable gospel song, “Take My Hand, Precious Lord,” has drawn a great deal of attention from fans on social media. And while some may…
Key Premise Of Obamacare Lawsuit Contradicted By Email Senate Aide Sent In 2010
The premise of the latest legal attack on Obamacare has always been shaky. An email that a key Senate staffer wrote in January 2010 would appear to make it even…
Putin Gives Egyptian President El-Sisi The Gift Of An AK-47
Russian President Vladimir Putin is visiting Egypt this week, and like any good guest he didn’t come empty-handed. After arriving in Cairo airport on Monday, the Russian leader cracked open…
Netanyahu stands by plans to address Congress next month
“We have a profound disagreement with the United States administration and the rest of the P5+1 over the offer that was made to Iran. This offer will enable Iran to…
English Premier League Sells British TV Rights for $7.8 Billion
LONDON — The English Premier League, the world’s most widely watched soccer league, said on Tuesday that it had sold British television rights for a record 5.1 billion pounds, or…
Environmental Groups To California Governor: ‘Climate Leaders Don’t Frack’
Days after possibly the largest anti-fracking protest in history, environmentalists delivered a petition to California Gov. Jerry Brown demanding a ban on the controversial practice. The petition, which contained 184,000…
Do Married Couples Masturbate? Men And Women Open Up
Despite the taboo that still surrounds masturbation, it’s safe to say most everyone you know does it. Data from the National Survey of Sexual Health and Behavior found 78 percent…
Uma Thurman Is Fresh-Faced And Gorgeous On The Red Carpet
Uma Thurman hit the red carpet Monday night in New York City for the premiere of NBC’s upcoming miniseries, “The Slap.” – “The Slap” premieres Thursday at 8:00 p.m. ET…
The Powerful History Of The Grammy Performance Everyone’s Talking About
Though Beyoncé’s powerful performance at Sunday’s Grammy Awards in Los Angeles has gotten everybody talking, few have mentioned the origins of “Precious Lord, Take My Hand,” the iconic gospel anthem…
Battered Ukrainian City of Mariupol Braces for Worst as Rebels Close In Again
MARIUPOL, Ukraine — The morning routine begins promptly at 8:05 at Public School 68, with a round of calisthenics followed immediately by the daily shelling drill. A bell clangs on…
Michelle Obama Banned Chelsea Clinton’s Favorite Dish From The White House
Despite her daughters’ love of macaroni and cheese, first lady Michelle Obama reveals in a new interview that she barred the boxed treat from the White House dinner table by…
Japan Is Considering Making Vacation Mandatory. The U.S. Should, Too
Japan wants to cut off its workaholics, and America could learn a thing or two from the proposal. A measure slated to come before Japan’s parliament sometime in the next…
Cuddling convention offers platonic snuggles
“I hated Valentine’s Day, and now I am looking forward to it. I am hoping to cuddle non-stop,” Jensen said. The 12-hour convention, which is strictly platonic and nonsexual, was…
Now We Know How Many Licks It Takes To Reach The Center Of A Lollipop
How many licks does it take to reach the center of a lollipop? A new mathematical model formulated by scientists at New York University and Florida State University pegs the…
Edie Windsor Takes Another Step To Knock Down Final Barriers To Marriage Equality
The American people have an opportunity to tell the Supreme Court that they support marriage equality before the court takes up a case this spring that could legalize same-sex marriage…
Confessions Of A Capitol Hill Staffer: 9 Secrets From The Inside
I am a Congressional staff member. I’m not going to tell you from where, or from which party. But I serve, and I am honored to serve. I serve with…
LGBT Wellness Roundup: Feb. 10
Each week HuffPost Gay Voices, in a partnership with blogger Scout, LGBT HealthLink and researcher Michael G. Bare, brings you a round up of some of the biggest LGBT wellness…
Social Conservatives Seize On New Study About Same-Sex Parents — But It Has Huge Flaws
Conservatives are excitedly promoting a new study that supposedly reveals negative outcomes for the children of same-sex parents. Like the infamously flawed Mark Regnerus study rushed out two years ago,…
A Football Team Is Taking Their Towels Off To Show Men How To Check For Cancer
www.upworthy.com: It’s one of the most curable cancers, and all you have to do is catch it early.