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World's Most Pathetic Criminal Discovered in Italy

Ryan Tate · 10/25/10 05:00PM

In the criminal pecking order, "Facebook games burglar" probably comes close to last. But that isn't stopping the Italian authorities from investigating the burglary of a virtual home belonging to a 44-year-old Facebook user living in Sicily.

Study: Democrats and Republicans Love Lots of the Same Brands

Hamilton Nolan · 10/25/10 10:42AM

We all know that Democrats love Starbucks and Hustler, while Republicans love Skoal and Soldier of Fortune. Or do they? A new study of the favorite brands of liberals and conservatives show some surprising agreements.

Conquering Bedbugs Now Destroying New York Tourism

Richard Lawson · 10/25/10 10:23AM

First it was our beds. Then our offices. Now, our wallets. Yes, the New York bedbug menace has begun to affect the city's tourism industry, with fearful, parasite-phobic travelers canceling trips. No, tourists, don't! That means the bedbugs have won!

What's Fair Compensation for Vomiting in a Cab?

Hamilton Nolan · 10/25/10 09:03AM

Many of you have probably had the colorful urban experience of vomiting in a cab, due to drunkenness, intoxication, or just plain alcohol-induced motion sickness. You disgusting lush. How much should a cab driver be compensated for your mess?

Are You a Member of the 'New Elite'?

Max Read · 10/25/10 03:26AM

Did you know that we are ruled by the New Elite, a category of alleged "humans" so disconnected from mainstream America that they haven't even heard of Branson, Missouri? It's true! The Washington Post says so! You could be one!