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Revealed: The Vancouver Olympic Cauldron

Richard Lawson · 02/12/10 12:59PM

With the Vancouver Olympics descending upon the world in mere hours, everyone's abuzz about one thing: Is Johnny Weir a fruit?? What's the Flame Cauldron look like?? Well, helpful and frequently hilarious commenter lobstr has provided some photos!

Catching the Best Moments From Super Bowl XLIV

Mike Byhoff · 02/07/10 06:07PM

After a light 237 hour pregame show, the Super Bowl is finally here. And while there is an actual game to be played, we're here to catch all the awkward live moments and best commercials throughout the night.

So, How Cute Was This Year's Puppy Bowl?

Whitney Jefferson · 02/07/10 04:32PM

Only the cutest thing we've ever seen. We're not quite sure what the rules of play are, but the blimp was manned by hamsters, the cheerleaders were sleepy bunnies, and there was a kitty halftime show. Judge for yourself.

The Gay Superbowl Commercial That Wasn't

Daniel Barnum-Swett · 01/29/10 02:15PM

CBS is still undecided on whether or not to air a gay-themed commercial during the upcoming Super Bowl. The spot, from the dating/networking site ManCrunch, shows two fans who get more than friendly when both simultaneously grab for the chips.

Do Not Let Your Kids Near This Guitarist

Hamilton Nolan · 01/28/10 12:00PM

The Who are playing the Super Bowl in Miami next week. So 1,500 homes in Brevard Country received this warning about Pete Townshend. Kids: If he offers to let you "check out his Bridgestone Tires," tell an adult. [Page2Live]

Overweight Karate: The Last Taboo

Hamilton Nolan · 01/21/10 03:28PM

Nat Geo has a fine television show called Taboo, which last night explored the American obesity epidemic. It included a segment on the 'Miss Plus America' pageant. One contestant's skill was karate. Here, a clip of that skill. Taboo: destroyed.

Be Good Johnny Weir: Glitter and Be Fey, But Not Gay

Richard Lawson · 01/19/10 12:09PM

Be Good Johnny Weir, a peculiarly thoughtful new documentary series about be-spangled Olympic figure skater Johnny Weir, premiered on the Sundance Channel last night and we gave it a watch. And you know what? The kid's all right.

The Most Ridiculous Names to Appear on The Simpsons

Mike Byhoff · 01/11/10 01:12PM

The Simpsons just celebrated its 20th Anniversary, and names like Homer and Bart have become ingrained upon our cultural identity. However, they've invented many other names, not as immediately recognizable. Here's a massive compilation of the best and funniest.