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Bizarre North Korean Anti-US Propaganda Video Features Call of Duty, Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie
When they’re not busy eating one another, the North Koreans have a real fondness for creating trippy self-promotion videos; it's kind of their thing. They may have outdone themselves with this new one, though, which features a man peacefully dreaming about launching a rocket attack on New York City—complete with graphics straight from 'Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3.'
National Signing Day: 10 Players Who’ll Have an Immediate Impact in 2013
National signing day is an amazing few hours.
Star Recruit Alex Collins’ Mom Reportedly Ran Off With His Letter of Intent
National Signing Day is always full of surprises, but nothing bigger than star running back Alex Collins failing to show up for his signing ceremony because his mom ran off with his letter of intent.
Say Goodbye to Guess Work — This High-Tech Dress Bares All When She’s Turned On
“Is that a see-through dress, or are you just happy to see me?” Much like how clear heels tell us that a woman will most likely give us a lap dance, thanks to one Dutch fashion designer you may never again have to wonder if she’s into you -- this new dress becomes transparent when the wearer’s heart rate rises, making things rather...clear.
Ron Jeremy in Intensive Care After Heart Aneurysm
Porn star Ron Jeremy is reportedly in critical condition and in the Intensive Care Unit of a California hospital after suffering a heart aneurysm.
Attention: We Hereby Challenge This 84-Year-Old Grandpa to a Black Ops Tournament
The internet is rife with memes featuring old people, but some grandpas are just way more awesome than others.
LED Gym Floor Changes to Any Court You Want Except Badminton Because Grow a Pair
While there’s something to be said for the iconic squeak of sneakers on an old, varnished wood gym floor, we might be willing to pass on tradition if we had a high-tech floor like this one. It looks like something out of Tron, and we're into it.
Notre Dame Linebacker Manti Te’o’s Dying Girlfriend Was a Hoax
In early September, Notre Dame linebacker and Heisman Trophy candidate Manti Te’o—just days after learning of the death of his girlfriend—led the Fighting Irish to an emotional upset of then-#10 Michigan State. However, in one of the most bizarre twists we’ve seen in college football, it now appears that the whole story about a dying girlfriend was a hoax.
Everything You Need to Know for the BCS National Championship
Led by the toughest defenses anywhere, two of the most storied programs in college football history face off with the national championship on the line.
Fiesta Bowl 2013: Oregon vs. Kansas State — Everything You Need to Know
It will be a contrast in styles as Oregon’s high-octane offense takes on Heisman finalist Collin Klein and the Wildcats.
Rose Bowl: Stanford vs. Wisconsin — Everything You Need to Know
Stanford rolls into the Granddaddy of Them All after winning four consecutive games over ranked opponents. Wisconsin is appearing in its third consecutive Rose Bowl, but is seeking its first win since back-to-back victories in 1999-2000.
Orange Bowl: Florida State vs. Northern Illinois — Everything You Need to Know
Two of the nation’s top offenses face off, with Northern Illinois looking to prove that it belongs on the big stage and eager to play BCS-buster against one of the nation’s big-name programs.
Johnny Manziel Becomes First Freshman to Win Heisman Trophy
After a record-breaking first season, Texas A&M quarterback Johnny Manziel made history again Saturday night, becoming the first freshman ever to win the Heisman Trophy.
Chizik, Tedford, Dooley and All the Other College Football Coaches Who Got Fired
While many coaches are gearing up for bowl season, it's that time of year when many other underperforming college college coaches get their walking papers. This year, some big names--including the winningest coach in Cal history and a guy who won a national title less than two years ago--headline the list of coaches who have been fired.
College Football 2012 — Week 14 Preview
Sadly, we’ve come to the end: the last week of college football’s regular season. And while many teams are already in the stable waiting to find out their bowl opponents, there is still a lot of action this week with a spot in the national-title game and at least seven conference championships still up in the air.
Here all the highlights from this final week in the top 25:
Maryland Joins Big Ten and Other College Football Notes
Maryland announced Monday that it was accepting an invitation to join the Big Ten conference. Rutgers is expected to make a similar announcement on Tuesday. So, for those keeping track at home, the Big Ten will have 14 teams, the Big 12 has 10, and San Diego State will be in the Big East. Got it?
Here's more on the Big Ten announcement as well as some other news and notes from around college footb
3-Year-Old Hit With $2,500 Fine for Peeing In His Own Front Yard
Little 3-year-old Dillan Warden was recently playing in his front yard when he felt nature call. The toddler is being potty trained and, since he wasn’t close to a bathroom, he did what any young boy in the situation would do —- he unzipped and let it fly. Instead of being rewarded for keeping his big boy pants dry, he found himself slapped with a $2,500 fine for public urination.
College Football 2012 — Week 10 Preview
Last week's showdowns knocked several teams from the ranks of the unbeaten and shook up the rankings. This week, we get two of the biggest games of the season, with Alabama-LSU and Oregon-USC setting the stage for conference- and national-championship runs.
But the excitement doesn't stop there. Here is what to watch for around the top 25:
College Football 2012 – Week Nine Recap
This week’s rankings will look very different when the new AP Poll comes out following a Saturday full of upsets. Four Top Ten teams fell this week and five ranked teams suffered their first losses of the season. Meanwhile, Collin Klein and Manti T’eo boosted their Heisman chances while Alabama, Oregon, Kansas State and Notre Dame continued to make their case for a shot in the national title game.
College Football 2012 — Week Nine Preview
It's always a sad moment when you realize that college football's regular season is more than halfway done, but it should still be a fun week with lots of exciting games on tap. Six of the top 10 teams in the country play ranked opponents, and 13 top 25 teams face challenges on the road.
Here is what to watch this week in college football: