Las Vegas Cybertruck explosion suspect was ‘No Labels’ voter, no 'animosity' towards Trump

Las Vegas Cybertruck explosion suspect was ‘No Labels’ voter, no 'animosity' towards Trump
US
4 Jan 25

Acidly: A decorated Army soldier, Matthew Livelsberger, turned a Tesla Cybertruck into fireworks at Trump Hotel Vegas—fueling speculation and confusion. He shot himself before detonating the vehicle, and, surprise, authorities confirmed he harbored zero animosity toward President Trump. Let’s commend the “No Labels” party for their dedication to common sense while we’re at it. PTSD? Nah, let’s fixate on voter registrations instead. Just another tragic reminder that even PTSD can't outshine explosive Instagram reveals.

South Korea’s Political Drama Plays Out in a Day of Dueling Protests

South Korea’s Political Drama Plays Out in a Day of Dueling Protests
World
4 Jan 25

Acidly: In South Korea, chaos reigns as President Yoon Suk Yeol's supporters camp out near his home, cheering like rabid fans of a fading rock band. After a brief uprising resulted in Yoon’s martial law backtrack and impeachment, the masses have returned, now trapped in a face-off. Law enforcement tried, but against the sea of Yoon’s loyalists, their warrant for questioning was as effective as a wet napkin. Ah, democracy—where two sides shout and no one wins. What a delightful spectacle of incompetence.

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Jimmy Butler trade request: Heat suspend star forward for seven games, will listen to offers

Jimmy Butler trade request: Heat suspend star forward for seven games, will listen to offers
Sport
4 Jan 25

Acidly: Jimmy Butler has officially ghosted the Miami Heat, requesting a trade and then taking a seven-game timeout courtesy of the team. Surprise, surprise: he’s unhappy. After a press conference that sounded more like a breakup announcement, Butler made it clear he was just “standing in the corner” and healing his spirit, not playing basketball. Miami’s statement basically said, “Thanks for the memories, but we’d like to keep our sanity.” So now, it’s a game of “Who Wants A Drama Queen?” Let the bidding begin.

Nikki Glaser on Hosting the 2025 Golden Globes, Learning From Jo Koy Bombing and Roasting ‘Emilia Pérez’: ‘I Don’t Even Know What I Was Watching’

Nikki Glaser on Hosting the 2025 Golden Globes, Learning From Jo Koy Bombing and Roasting ‘Emilia Pérez’: ‘I Don’t Even Know What I Was Watching’
Fun
4 Jan 25

Acidly: Nikki Glaser, the queen of self-deprecation and awkward charm, is gearing up to host the 2025 Golden Globes. After roasting Tom Brady with surgical precision, she’s ready to face Hollywood's elite and their over-inflated egos. Glaser's mantra? “This is not the Nobel Prize, folks.” While she's eager to poke fun at the absurdities of nominated duds like "The Bear," she's tiptoeing around sensitive topics like a deer in headlights. Will the audience laugh? Who knows—but at least she doesn’t take herself too seriously.

Dinosaur Footprints Found in England by Quarry Workers

Dinosaur Footprints Found in England by Quarry Workers
Science
4 Jan 25

Acidly: In a shocking twist of prehistoric fate, quarry workers in Oxfordshire stumbled upon some 30-foot-long dinosaur footprints. Who knew mud squelching was a sign of history? The site, dubbed the "dinosaur highway," is more popular than a modern mall, attracting fossil fanatics like moths to a flame. Emma Nicholls insists there’s more to unearth, as if they've just discovered the flip side of Jurassic Park’s greatest hits. Kudos to the quarry crew for turning a clay mishap into a paleontological jackpot.

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Biden Blocks Takeover Bid of U.S. Steel by Japan’s Nippon

Biden Blocks Takeover Bid of U.S. Steel by Japan’s Nippon
Business
4 Jan 25

Acidly: In an astonishing last-minute act of executive power, President Biden has decided to block Nippon Steel's $14 billion takeover of U.S. Steel, citing "national security." It seems protecting homegrown incompetence is more pressing than foreign investment, who knew? This move could scare foreign investors off and rattle U.S.-Japan relations—the irony of a democracy shielding its own ineptitude is almost poetic. So much for the land of opportunity; apparently, we’d rather have mediocrity at home than collaboration abroad.

How Much Alcohol Does It Take to Raise Your Cancer Risk?

How Much Alcohol Does It Take to Raise Your Cancer Risk?
Health
4 Jan 25

Acidly: Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy just shattered your happy hour dreams, revealing any amount of booze can ratchet up your cancer risk. Who knew that toasting your mediocre life could lead to mouth, throat, and breast cancers? Apparently, 741,300 people bought the farm due to alcohol in 2020 alone, but hey, only 45% of Americans believe it’s a problem. So keep chugging that “light” wine, you misguided celebrants! Remember, there’s no safe sip when cancer is in the mix. Cheers to ignorance!

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