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An online quiz was recently brought to my attention (yes it's 1999), which posed the question, "How Thick Is Your Bubble?" (spoiler alert: it's opaque). Inspired by American Enterprise Institute scholar Charles Murray's new book "Coming Apart: The State of White America, 1960-2010," the quiz measures your level of American mainstream cultural isolation in 20 unintentionally hilarious, offensive questions. Here are some that stood out... More»

You know the guy who stares at you every morning on the E train? Or perhaps the creepily intense stranger that talked to you for 15 minutes on the giant line that is Whole Foods last Thursday? Ever wanted to grab some coffee and be murdered by them? Well, dear, you're in luck. Chances are you can organize a fun get-together with your would-be killer on Craigslist- a place for casual encounters, dog walkers, aforementioned serial killers, used futons, and the ever popular, ever terrifying, Missed Connections. Here are 7 bizarre personals that will probably make you live in fear from here on in. More»

When a little email popped up in our inbox yesterday evening stating that the Tiffany & Co. Launch of True Love event was "canceled," but that any "models" who were already on the guestlist could still attend (with their model friends, of course), we were a little surprised (and we weren't the only ones) with Epic Group's frankness. Better yet, they then sent a "retraction," correcting that not only models, but the best looking people in general would be admitted (model or not). Wait, what? More»

From the Kardashians and Tim Tebow to "Planking" and "Mixology" as a valid career path, our LA team came up with the top trends of 2011 that they hope won't survive the new year. Say goodbye to those #winning feathered hair extensions ladies! MORE>>>

Wishing they made an iPhone case gilded out of pure 18k gold, or perhaps, a backpack sewn from the skins of only the rarest of reptiles? You're in luck, person we never want to meet. Here are ten gifts absolutely no one will ever be able to afford. More»

Kim Jong-il, the rotund North Korean strongman who led the communist country with an iron fist, bouffant, pot belly, risers in his boots, tinted 70's disco glasses and a minimalist khaki jumpsuit has died. Perhaps one of the most bizarre dictators to emerge from the cold war, Kim's "ill" style was a Hollywood caricature of itself. We chart out the idiosyncratic nature of Lil' Kim, his tastes and provide ample fodder for Halloween costumes next year. What will you learn? Despite his nuclear arms tendencies, "[Kim] is just like us!", a label-addicted purveyor of consumer luxury goods! More»

Today we mourn the passing of the beloved luxury car, Maybach, who has been with us through dreams and screensavers for many years. More»

Don't deny the power of an infomercial. Why else would we be watering our Obama-Chia pet with one hand, holding a Shake Weight in the other, all while wearing a Snuggie? They've sucked us all in at one time or another, persuading even the best of us to make a desperate late night purchase. In honor of these 10 minute brain washers, we've decided to list some of our favorite infomercials of all time.

Facebook: the all-consuming, occasionally panic-inducing, narcissism machine. As a society, we're at the point where we simply cannot NOT take part in the social network, so therefore we must adapt. Unfortunately, mastering the subtle nuances of The Facebook takes some skill, and more specifically, a crippling amount of self-awareness. In efforts to help you become your own PR agent, here's a list of the mistakes you (and most of us from time to time) make on Facebook. Enjoy. More»

Don't you hate it when your roof leaks, so you call a handyman, and he's not hot? Like, what's the POINT? Luckily, there's a new website that takes care of this problem: HottAndHandy.com. More»

Have you ever dreamed of living in a terribly gaudy, brown (with an orange tint of course) overly lavish world of jerseylicious junk?! Well, my friend, your dreams are about to come true! The infamous table flippin' Teresa Giudice is auctioning all of her absurd crap from her mansion (which is also for sale!).. More»