Mom Rides Motorcycle Over Grandma

Marisa Gladstone · 02/03/11 09:30PM

This woman is devastated and mortified after she runs over an elderly woman with a motorcycle. The lesson learned here is never let your mom ride a motorcycle in close proximity to older family members. Also, boys can be immature. And grandma is a real trooper.

Kumail Najiani on Racists

Yoni Lotan · 02/03/11 09:00PM

As a Pakistani, Kumail Najiani is no stranger to racism. Here, he talks about the worst part about dealing with an angry racist, the lack of good material on them.

Should Arizona Be Able to Ignore Lame Federal Laws?

Adrian Chen · 02/03/11 08:14PM

A bill introduced in Arizona's state legislature would let it ignore any federal law if a committee thinks its unconstitutional. This is the legislative equivalent of a bratty kid overturning the Monopoly board when he realizes he's losing. (via)

LIVE: American Idol, Season 10, Episode 6

Matt Cherette · 02/03/11 07:00PM

Hello! Tonight, American Idol is back with another always-entertaining audition episode (on FOX, at 8:00 PM ET). So, stop what you're doing, get in front of the television (and your computer, duh), and join us inside for our live-blog!

Incredible Fourth Video of Jerusalem UFO Surfaces

Frank Cozzarelli · 02/03/11 06:25PM

Three videos of a UFO hovering over Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem sparked a flurry of speculation on the Internet this week. Today, an incredible fourth video appeared.

The American Idol Audition that Will Turn You Against a 17 Year Old Girl

Madeleine Davies · 02/03/11 06:10PM

On last night's American Idol, auditions were held in Austin, Texas, and, boy, were they dull. Sure, there were a few standout contestants who were rewarded with one of Randy's patented "Yo, Wild Hawgz" before receiving their golden tickets, but, all in all, the night was a resounding "meh." Even the crazies were mellow and boring. What's the deal, Austin? Where are your delusional weirdos? Don't you know that we need their public embarrassment like we need oxygen?

The Grill 'Em All NYC Victory Lap Finale

Shannon Mechutan · 02/03/11 06:00PM

LA's Grill 'Em All won Food Network's food truck show, then did a 5-day tour of New York, documenting for a YouTube series. Here's Gawker TV's 24-hour exclusive sneak of tomorrow's finale. Starring Pabst!

How Can Someone Hate Mad Men?

Brian Moylan · 02/03/11 05:42PM

Prestige drama Mad Men is beloved by critics and those who give out awards. Now one critic is railing against the show's first four seasons as "weak" and "haphazard." Could he possibly be right?

This Is Heaven Compared to the 80s

Hamilton Nolan · 02/03/11 05:40PM

The Way We Live Now: better than we used to. Despite everything, our living standards are rising! Can you believe it? Even with no jobs or pensions, we're seeing improvement. We pay for it all on credit!

Wal-Mart Answers Your Pleas for More Tween Makeup

Hamilton Nolan · 02/03/11 04:38PM

Is your tween daughter looking homely? Want to get her started wearing makeup as early as possible—but also want to be sure she only wears all-natural makeup? You begged for it. The Wal-Mart corporation delivered!