White Kid Caught Ecstatically Singing "Nigga" By Coachella Livestream

Jordan Sargent · 04/13/15 01:10PM

For years, white kids have been able to attend rap concerts and scream the word "nigga" in peace. But now, at least at festivals, livestreams are ubiquitous, which means we inadvertently see something like this: a white kid catching the spirit of a Southern frat party during Drake's "Crew Love."

Do You Receive Public Assistance? Tell Us Your Story

Hamilton Nolan · 04/13/15 11:54AM

After the Great Recession of 2008 caused mass unemployment, the government expanded some elements of the social safety net. Now, states are moving to make food stamps and other public benefits harder to get. We want to hear from those of you who actually get these benefits.

Grownup Website Editor Throws Twitter Tantrum Over His Bracelet

Sam Biddle · 04/13/15 10:00AM

If you've never heard of Nilay Patel then here's what you need to know: He runs The Verge, a large, successful tech website where he last week posted a nearly 7,000-word review of the Apple Watch (for which he also shaved his forearm, for the video portion). You'd think he'd be a pretty secure man. But last night, he became publicly upset because other adults were laughing at his jewelry.

Mars Is the Worst Vacation

Hamilton Nolan · 04/13/15 09:31AM

You like to travel? Here's an idea. Why not travel—to Mars? Bad idea!

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Hudson Hongo · 04/12/15 02:10PM