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Oprah Pulls An Oprah On “The Daily Show”


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Last week, Oprah paid a virtual visit to Jon Stewart‘s “Daily Show” to throw her support behind the “Rally to Restore Sanity.” But seeing as she’s Oprah, and no mere mortal, she didn’t just verbally announce her endorsement. Instead, she pulled an epic Oprah move and surprised the entire “Daily Show” audience with a free trip down to D.C. for the big event. Oprah’s appearance starts around the six-minute mark. [The Daily Show] Keep reading »

Study: Guys Like Ladies In Red

Looking for a man? Of course you are (HA). Then dig out that crimson wrap dress and those sparkly red pumps. A new study from the University of Rochester found that men prefer a woman in red. The study showed men either a photo of a woman in red or one of a woman in green. Study participants were then given a folder with 24 potential questions to ask the two women: Men who were shown the woman in red asked significantly more about how to get her attention than the woman in green. Keep reading »

I’m With The Cat Band

Ignore the fact that this video — for the song “Red Lights” — is by a band called Holy F**k. Instead, enjoy the fact that it chronicles an alternate cat-iverse where cats play in bands and drive around dogs like perfect little kitten cabbies. Best part: little cat paws playing the drums. Keep reading »

Help A Girl, Save The World


The video above is a project by The Girl Effect, a nonprofit group that believes that by positively impacting the lives of women and girls living in poverty you can change the world for the better. We couldn’t agree more. Helping a girl to become educated, stay healthy and self-determined has a profound impact on the well-being of communities and countries. (See Nick Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn’s incredible book Half the Sky for proof.) [GirlEffect.org] Keep reading »

“What Do You Do?” Week: Anne, Coroner Investigator And Autopsy Tech

This week, we’re spending a little time learning all about you and the awesome and unexpectedly cool jobs you do. Each one of these profiles was culled from you, dear Frisky readers, and we’re amazed by the incredible jobs you have. This is our attempt to learn more about what you do for a living.

After the jump, learn all about Frisky reader Anne’s work as a coroner and autopsy tech. Keep reading »

Trans Athlete Fights For The Right To Compete

The Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) is in a bit of a bind right now—thanks to a set of policies which some believe discriminate against transgender athletes. Golfer Lana Lawless is suing the LPGA for its “female at birth” policy, which requires that all competitors must have been born biological females. Lawless, who was born male, had gender reassignment surgery in 2005 and was a high-ranking golfer in the Long Drivers of America organization. But then Long Drivers changed its gender policy to match the LPGA rendering Lawless ineligible for competition.

“It’s an issue of access and opportunity,” Lawless told The New York Times. “I’ve been shut out because of prejudice.” Keep reading »

A Snapshot From Last Night’s “Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills”

Not really, but don’t this pup and kitten look blinged-out enough to be one of the “Bev Hills” gang? Taken at last night’s Meet the Breeds event, in NYC, where hundreds of dog and cat breeds were all dressed up and ready to party. [Gothamist] Keep reading »

Hugh Jackman Really Loves His Lipton


In this Japanese commercial for Lipton Iced Tea, the hottest wolverine ever, Hugh Jackman, channels his inner Christopher Walken with a divine choreographed hotel dance number. Hot, funny and a good dancer: Jackman, you’re killing us. [Have You Seen This?] Keep reading »

“What Do You Do?” Week: Lauren, Awesome Animator

This week, we’re spending a little time learning all about you and the awesome and unexpectedly cool jobs you do. Each one of these profiles was culled from you, dear Frisky readers, and we’re amazed by the incredible jobs you have. This is our attempt to learn more about what you do for a living.

After the jump, read all about Frisky reader lovely Lauren’s job as an on-point animator. Keep reading »

How Do You Get Yourself Out Of A Crap Mood?

I’m not gonna lie — the last two weeks have been a blur of crapitude. Cavities, a bad cold, emotional dramz and more have left me both physically and psychologically drained. I’ve spent way too much time on my couch but can’t foresee any reason NOT to be there either. Usually, I’m pretty good about calling a friend, or getting proactive when things get me down, but this particular perfect storm of physical and emotional pain has rendered me totally useless. I have watched so much “Law & Order: SVU” this week that I’m on the verge of writing Stabler and Benson fan-fic.

We all feel like total poop sometimes, but not all of us cope with it in the same ways. What are your secret tips and tricks for getting through a rough time? Keep reading »