Saudi journalist’s tweets yield death threats

Hamza Kashgari’s pretend conversation with Islam’s holy figure led to his arrest.

On Feb 10, 2012 by Fernando Alfonso III

The best possible reaction to the Weeknd’s Echoes of Silence

Meet the man behind Aziz Ansari’s favorite YouTube reaction video. 

On Dec 28, 2011 by Fernando Alfonso III

How a Twitter user potentially caused a mistrial for a death-row inmate

The Arkansas Supreme Court has called for a mistrial after a juror reportedly tweeted four times during the trial. 

On Dec 12, 2011 by Fernando Alfonso III

Marcel the shell returns to YouTube

After landing its creators a book publishing deal, Marcel the shell takes care of business once more on YouTube. 

On Nov 15, 2011 by Fernando Alfonso III

99 Percent creator is passionate about the cause

The Daily Dot speaks to the creator of the 99 Percent blog. He discusses the need for it as well as his critics.

On Oct 25, 2011 by Fernando Alfonso III

Hard times for the other 99 percent

People are turning to a new Tumblr to share their stories about hard times, including unemployment, homelessness and job loss. And they also support each other. 

On Oct 5, 2011 by Fernando Alfonso III

Has Google gone to the dogs?

Google doesn’t just allow dogs in the office—it declares itself a “dog company.” Take that, cats!

On Sep 22, 2011 by Fernando Alfonso III

These kids try to pull the tablecloth from under you

Was someone hurt making this video– or was it all just an act. 

On Sep 9, 2011 by Fernando Alfonso III

Purrfect savior

A redditor saves a kitten and posts about the rescue. Everyone thanks him, right? Think again. This is Reddit.

On Aug 18, 2011 by Fernando Alfonso III

Zac Gorman’s video-game dreams

Growing up in Michigan, an artist learned the power of sharing his work online early.

On Aug 4, 2011 by Fernando Alfonso III