The Testicle Pictures That Got an Editor Fired

Maureen O'Connor · 01/13/11 05:55PM

Philadelphia magazine fired editor Larry Platt for giving a framed photo of his testicle to a female employee. Now he's been named editor of the Philadelphia Daily News—but staff emails about his testicle are still circulating. Here's one!

The World's Hungriest Cat Is Also One of Its Cutest

Matt Cherette · 01/13/11 05:51PM

OK, so this is basically the definition of cute—and funny to boot! Watch as an adorable—albeit slightly pudgy—cat paws away at its empty food bowl, gives a look of despair to its owner, and repeats the cycle... adorably.

Terrified Congressmen Learn How to Protect Themselves

Jim Newell · 01/13/11 05:37PM

Congressional security sent a memo to all House members today outlining a three-step response guide for encounters with gunmen: "run, hide, and if all else fails, attack," as Politico summarizes. Why does the fun response have to be last?

Happy Days Are Here for Some

Hamilton Nolan · 01/13/11 05:22PM

The Way We Live Now: blinking. As some opportunities fade out, others blaze prominently. Win some, lose some, ups and downs, one door closes and another opens, etc. As long as you're not poor, weak, or European, you'll survive. Probably.

How to Make Popcorn Using a Laser

Leah Beckmann · 01/13/11 05:13PM

Honey, I blew up the popcorn! Watch as this mysterious, faceless man uses a laser to pop exactly one kernel of corn sitting atop a chocolate chip cookie. This is surely the pinnacle of modern technology.

Student Sues College for Having Her Committed Over Hidden Cam

John Cook · 01/13/11 04:42PM

Chinemerem Eze, a Nigerian national attending Brooklyn College, believed that her landlord had hidden a camera in her apartment. When she asked school officials for help, they shipped her off to a psychiatric ward. Then she found the camera.

Danny Pudi Talks About Playing Community's Abed

Whitney Jefferson · 01/13/11 04:41PM

On Lopez Tonight, Danny tells a story about a frisky flight attendant who sent her warm regards for Joel McHale through a giant, wet kiss. Also included: footage from Danny's college days cheering for Marquette basketball.

Finally a TV Show for People Who Hate Their Terrible Kids

Richard Lawson · 01/13/11 04:35PM

This oft-overlooked demographic may just finally get the TV show they deserve. Also today: a new Charlie's Angels is bad for America, more news about Law & Order: Los Angeles shake-up, and superhero sneak peeks!

TV News, Web Links, and What to Watch Tonight

Whitney Jefferson · 01/13/11 04:30PM

Bravo renews a whole slew of shows, John Goodman joins the cast of Damages, get ready for Fox's I Hate My Teenage Daugher, and the Glee kids will appear on Sunday's Cleveland Show.