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A screenshot of one of the harrassing tweets directed at video game critic Anita Sarkeesian.

What is #GamerGate all about?

Media

The new movement calling itself #GamerGate claims it’s fighting political correctness in the gaming media. It accuses gaming reporters and reviewers of cronyism and collusion with game creators. But #GamerGate has become known for intense harassment and intimidation tactics.

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Bird watching for the blind

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Extreme Sandcastles

International Origami Artists Push the Boundaries

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China’s Guan Tianlang Takes Low Amateur Honors at The Masters

Fourteen year old Guan Tianlang of China set the golf world on fire this past weekend at The Masters. The youngster was the only amateur to make the cut at Augusta, and he went on take the Silver Cup given to the best performance by an amateur at the tournament.

Taking the Plunge – Literally – Into the New Year

It happened last night, whether we were ready for it or not: The New Year. And today, on the first day of 2013, some of us are dragging our feet (perhaps with a headache) into the future, but others of us are literally jumping in. Adrienne Adams is one of those people. This afternoon, at […]

Photographer George Steinmetz Paraglides to Capture Deserts

Arts, Culture & Media

George Steinmetz is the photographer behind a new book of aerial photographs called “Desert Air.” Steinmetz took all the shots while riding a motorized paraglider, capturing unique views of desert landscapes from above.

Accusations of Sexism for All-Male Augusta National Golf Club

The 2012 Masters Golf Tournament at the all-male Augusta National Golf Club, which began Thursday, has sparked discussion about sexism and the legal rights of private organizations. Traditionally, the all-male golf club gives membership to the tournament’s corporate sponsors, but for the first time in the club’s history, one those CEOs is a woman.   Gloria […]

Damage Control in Full Swing for Britain’s Tourism

There’s concern that the tourism industry in London could be hurt by the bad publicity surrounding the riots.