Articles by Laura Rosenfeld
Netflix November 2014: Catch these movies and TV shows before they leave Instant Streaming
November is almost here, and that means new additions to Netflix Instant Streaming. But that also means a ton of movies and TV shows will be leaving at the start of the month.
Why do we think the 'Ouija' movie and other toys in horror are so evil?
The movie 'Ouija,' based on the board game of the same name, hit theaters Oct. 24. Why are this game and other toys able to creep us out so much?
Microsoft tweets joke about raises, and no one is laughing
Two weeks after Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella made some unfortunate comments about women asking for raises, the Microsoft Developers Twitter account decided to joke about raises. Spoiler alert: It wasn't funny.
Ewan McGregor says he hasn't met any real 'Star Wars' fans
You would think that genuine 'Star Wars' fans would be clamoring to meet the actor who played the younger version of Obi-Wan Kenobi. However, that apparently hasn't been the case.
#Dyegate may be the iPhone 6's latest problem
Some iPhone 6 owners report that the dye from their jeans is turning the white strips on the gold iPhone 6 model blue. Apple just can't catch a break, can it?
Hubble captures Comet Siding Spring as it has a close encounter with Mars
The Hubble Space Telescope snapped an image of Comet Siding Spring coming close to Mars. Now that's a close encounter of the awesome kind, now isn't it?
Even Stephen Hawking couldn't resist joining Facebook
World-renowned astrophysicist Stephen Hawking wrote his first Facebook post on Oct. 24. Does this mean the social network won't be filled with mindless status updates any longer?
Ebola in NYC: People respond to the news on Twitter as only New Yorkers would
New York has its first case of Ebola, which has yet again reignited paranoia over contracting the disease. But New Yorkers are much too cool and tough to take the news lying down.
Aaron Paul has the best response to Toys 'R' Us pulling 'Breaking Bad' toys
After a successful online petition to get Toys 'R' Us to remove 'Breaking Bad' action figures from its shelves, the show's star Aaron Paul has some thoughts about it. And they are perfect.
Uber cancels sexist promotion featuring 'hot chick' drivers
After announcing a partnership with an app and website to provide 'hot chick' drivers, Uber announced it would be canceling the promotion. Amen to that.
Here are the top 10 most ridiculous excuses for calling in sick to work
Job website CareerBuilder just released its annual list of 'The Most Unbelievable Excuses for Calling in Sick.' They are so creative, you'll be impressed that someone thought them up in the first place.
It's iPod 13th anniversary: Here are 10 hit songs you probably had on your first-generation iPod
Apple introduced the first-generation iPod on Oct. 23, 2001. Here are some of the most popular songs you probably had on your iPod during the first year of its release.
What’s the right way to behave in a museum? This Tumblr takes a satirical look at how people view art
Have you ever thought about what you looked like while viewing a piece of art in a museum? This Tumblr gives a satirical take on what you should and shouldn't do.
Netflix: 31 Halloween-themed TV episodes to stream right now
Halloween is just around the corner. Get into the spooky spirit by watching these Halloween-themed episodes of your favorite TV shows currently streaming on Netflix.
In a bad mood? Blame the season you were born in
A new study has found that the season you were born in can have an impact on how you feel. Just another reason to dislike the winter.
Lena Dunham, Natasha Lyonne and Tavi Gevinson lip-sync for women's rights
Many famous ladies have come together to lip-sync to Lesley Gore's 'You Don't Own Me' in support of women's rights. There's never been a better reason to do karaoke.
Wearable tech isn't catching on as much as you think
It seems like every company these days is releasing some hot, new wearable piece of tech. However, that doesn't mean the general public is so into it.
Watch little girls drop the F-word for gender equality
It's a commonly-held belief that little girls aren't supposed to say bad words. However, these young women want to remind us that there are worse words out there that don't begin with the letter 'F.'
Why we dress up on Halloween: The evolution of the Halloween costume
Every year on Oct. 31, we celebrate Halloween by dressing up in our scariest, skimpiest and silliest outfits. But how did that tradition come to be what it is today?
How do the top Pandora stations in San Francisco compare to New York City?
We got some data from Pandora on the top stations in San Franciso. How do they compare to the music preferences of people on the opposite coast in New York?
Here's why the first Mission to Mars should have an all-female crew
Space missions tend to have more diverse crews these days. However, it might actually be more economical to have a women-only team go on the mission to Mars. Certain calculations show that a spacecraft with a crew of just women could launch at half the payload cost.
Fish play for fun just like other animals, study says
A new study in the journal 'Ethology' finds that some fish just want to have fun. This is the first study documenting play among the cichlid fish species.
This 'invisible umbrella' keeps you dry by shooting air at the rain
A Kickstarter campaign launched recently for the Air Umbrella, which keeps the rain off you by shooting air at it. But will it be worth the money?
Disney unveils first concept art for 'Moana,' hitting theaters in 2016
Walt Disney Animation Studios released a first look at its upcoming feature-length film 'Moana.' The new animated movie promises to be a fantastical sea-faring adventure featuring a female protagonist.
Taylor Swift previews new song 'Welcome to New York.' Here's 5 other songs about New York you should listen to
Taylor Swift released a sneak peek of her new song 'Welcome to New York' on Oct. 20. Will it be able to reach the iconic status of these classic songs about the city?
Stephen Colbert thinks Reddit has become overrun by memes
Stephen Colbert used to be a big fan of checking Reddit as part of his daily news routine. However, now he has a bone or two to pick with the 'front page of the Internet.'
'Doctor Who' pays homage to Banksy in latest episode
The beloved British TV show 'Doctor Who' often incorporates real-life famous figures into the series. This time, the show paid homage to famous street artist Banksy.
Disney's new animated short 'Feast' will fill you up with love
Disney recently released the teaser trailer for its upcoming animated short 'Feast.' The sure-to-be Oscar contender will premiere before "Big Hero 6" in theaters Nov. 7.
'Star Wars' director George Lucas reveals more details on his Chicago museum
George Lucas revealed in June his future plans to open a museum in Chicago. Now the 'Star Wars' director is giving us even more of a sneak peek of what we can expect.
HealthPrize is an app that rewards you for taking your medication
It is not always fun to take your medication. However, a free mobile app called HealthPrize could motivate you to take your medication with some tantalizing rewards.
