Posts Tagged ‘one eleven’
In which we talk more about Obama’s endorsement
It’s late. You’re up. In case you’ve had Facebook on SelfControl for the past twenty-four hours, Obama came out in support of same-sex marriage today. Here is an attempt to capture the myriad of different Internet reactions.
On campus, political groups have largely spoken in favor of Obama’s endorsement. Columbia Queer Alliance put it this way:
Though we wish he had been one of our public figures willing to be a leader and not a follower on this issue, we are very happy that our president has finally joined the majority of Americans in supporting same-sex marriage.
Unable to contain his/her enthusiasm, some person on the interweb decided to make a whole tumblr in reaction to the statement! “When Obama Endorsed Same-Sex Marriage … Michelle was like “I TOLD YOU SO.” More »
Various things to entertain you
It’s late. You’re up. It’s finals week so instead of the news let’s just do various things to entertain you.
Dinosaur comics: If you don’t read this series already, you are missing out. Here’s the latest installment.
RIP, Maurice Sendak
Where the Wild Things Are is one of the first stories I remember having read to me at bedtime as a child. It was amazing. Yesterday, its author, Maurice Sendak, died at 83. Here is some “man on the street” reaction, courtesy of The Onion. More »
Some people have to go through 20 finals weeks before graduation
It’s late. You’re up. You have a hectic week ahead of you, and those annoying kids on your floor who are done with finals are already celebrating. It’s okay, The One Eleven gets it—and it’s right here by your side to help your get through this all-nighter.
Actual News:
Did you know that Metrocard swipe sellers are a thing? Neither did I, but apparently they exist and are a fairly serious problem for the MTA.
Democratic Representative Charlie Rangel (of, according to me at least, “three spare apartments” fame) returned to Capitol Hill today after a three-month break, vowing to win another term in November. More »
Commercial airliners lack bedside manners, apparently
It’s late, you’re up. On this Friday night, the only shots you want to do are espresso shots. Also, you wish it were possible to absorb information from textbooks by sleeping on them.
News:
Unemployment: The job market is not growing as fast as it has in previous years, but economists say not to flip out yet.
China: This Economist article explains the impact blind activist Chen Guangcheng will have on the way China is run in the future. More »
Stuff to look at instead of preparing for your 9 a.m. final
It’s late. You’re up. Orgo night has come and gone, and all that lays before us are finals. To all those who have 9 a.m. finals in several hours (myself included), good luck! I won’t even bother telling you to go to bed—I probably won’t. Now, some diversions.
Actual News
Russia: Russia’s top military official, Nikolai Makarov, announced today that if the United States goes ahead with a plan to build a missile shield, Russia will start a pre-emptive strike on NATO missile defense facilities in Eastern Europe.
Gingrich: Even though he suspended his campagin on Wednesday, Newt Gingrich is still insisting that Romney was not truthful during the primaries. However, he says he will still support him as the Republican candidate since he is the best option. More »
Things to do before your big test on Monday and some news
It’s late, you’re up. I hope your first day of reading week was a good one.
Actual news:
Protests: Occupy Wall Street protesters were active downtown on May Day. More »
This is your brain on ‘reading week’
It’s late. You’re up. Summer is only a few short days away, but unfortunately this is only the beginning of the end.
Actual News:
Today is May Day: …which means civil unrest all throughout the city. If you were just wondering how you would fit joining the good fight with Occupy Wall Street into your study schedule, look no further—here is a comprehensive list of all the planned events throughout NYC.
Money, Money, Money: The Columbia Journalism School just scored $2 million in funding for new research in digital journalism.
Obama vs. Romney: Last year’s Osama Bin Laden raid has recently become a talking point in this year’s election, with Romney maintaining that “even Jimmy Carter” would have followed the same steps as President Obama. More »
‘Hot girls we have problems too. We’re just like you, except we’re hot.’
It’s late, you’re up. Before we get to a great video and some news from Princeton, let’s read some real news.
Actual News
Election update: Mitt Romney effectively secured the Republican nomination by winning all five presidential primaries on Tuesday.
Student loans: President Obama highlighted his own experiences with paying back student loans as he looked to garner support from young voters. More »
When a ‘sex symbol’ becomes a mother
It’s late. You’re up. My brain is foggy and the snark isn’t coming easily, so let’s just get down to business.
Actual News:
NYC’s bike share program is so, so close to reality. Yesterday the Department of Transportation offered a preview of where some of the West Side kiosks will be located.
In a really heartfelt and courageous gesture, Iowa’s Sioux City Journal dedicated the entire front page of Sunday’s journal to an anti-bullying editorial about a local gay teen who committed suicide. More »