15 YEARS, $5B, 5 GOVERNORS
How Not To Build A Supermall
Chris Christie once called American Dream "the ugliest damn building in New Jersey." Will it ever open?
NO SCARJO HERE
A Slick Recut Trailer For The Original Anime 'Ghost In The Shell'
The original "Ghost in the Shell" is coming back to UK theaters, an announcement that's accompanied by this sick modernized trailer for the 1995 film.
SNIFFING OUT MERLOT QUALITY
Why Amateur Wine Scores Might Be Better Than The Professionals'
Many professional critics have scoffed at the idea that mere amateurs understand, let alone have the ability to rate, wine. But the internet may change that.
GEAR WE DIGG ǀ SPONSORED
This Award-Winning Commuter Bag Is So, So Good
These multi-award winning bags were originally designed for photographers but are ideal for anyone to carry their daily essentials. They’re also the second most crowdfunded company in existence, so you know they’re good. Use the code DIGG and get free expedited shipping so your order will arrive before Christmas!
SOLO FRAMES
The 50 Most Beautiful Shots Of The Star Wars Franchise
From "A New Hope" to "Rogue One," these are the Star Wars cinematic universe’s most perfect frames.
A WELCOME ADDITION TO THE UNIVERSE
What Do The Reviews Have To Say About 'Rogue One,' The New 'Star Wars' Movie?
Nearly a year to the day after "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" arrived in theaters, "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" touches down, to great anticipation. So is it any good?
'GOBBLEDY-GUPTH-TOGETH ORTELLA TRRRRR'
A Sleep Talker Recorded Himself Saying Crazy Shit Every Night For A Year
We're amazed at the variety of accents and nonsense words coming out of this sleeping man's mouth. We're also pretty sure he might be in need of a good exorcism.
...AND LATTÉS?
Watch President Obama's Final Press Conference
In the last press conference of his presidency, President Obama talks about Russian hacking, Aleppo and the media.
THINSPIRATION
The Ninja Cure For Anxiety
The self-medicating effects of extreme-fitness TV.
ATTAINING NEW HEIGHTS OF CRINGE
Jeopardy Contestant Brutally Butchers A Question About '90s Rappers — 'Who Is Two Pack?'
A swing and a monstrously B.I.G. miss.
OIL MONEY CAN DO COOL THINGS
Inside Dubai's Quest To Build The First Hyperloop
In Dubai, the hyperloop has gone from a concept touted by Elon Musk to something realistically achievable within the next five years in a city that is fittingly futuristic, partly because of the government’s push for the system.
READING THE STARS
The Hollywood Medium Has A Secret
Tyler Henry woos stars with the oldest tricks in the book.
AW PUCK
Two Hockey Players Get Hit By The Puck Back-To-Back
After getting obliterated by a direct hit with the puck, San Jose Shark Brent Burns let out an "Aw, fuck!" and then immediately sent said puck into Ottawa Senator Bobby Ryan. You'll never guess what he said.
DECODING THE DIGG FRONTPAGE
Ranking The Most Popular Writers And Media Sites On The Internet
We gave Priceonomics access to all the stories we've posted on the Digg homepage over the last few years, and they went deep on trends, publishers and writers.
CHECK THE 'I DIDN'T READ THESE' BOX
So What's The Deal With Internet Privacy Policies?
The recent saga Evernote faced with its privacy policy proves the document’s necessity. But did you know there’s no single federal law mandating its use?
DIGG PICKS
An 'Oh-Hell-Yeah-This-Gift-Is-Awesome!' Gift Guide
Here are our very favorite picks for literally everyone on your list. Because finding the perfect holiday gift is hard but checking this guide is not.
PUTIN LIVES FOR DRAMA
The FBI Agrees That Russia Hacked The DNC To Help Trump
On Friday, The Washington Post revealed that the CIA has informed senators in a brief that it has concluded that Russian hacks of the DNC were aimed at swaying the election in Donald Trump's favor. Now, leaders are responding. Here's what you need to know.
THE OB-
What The Reviews Have To Say About Netflix's Surprise New Show 'The OA'
Earlier this week, Netflix dropped a trailer for a previously unannounced show, the mysterious — and, frankly, fantastic-looking — The OA. The show is live on Netflix as of today. Does it live up to the trailer?
IT'S A CHRISTMAS MIRACLE
A Star-Studded Carpool Karaoke Christmas Spectacular Is Here, And It's All We Ever Wanted
Jolly James Corden has been lying in wait, plotting this holiday surprise for the last year.
WHAT WE LEARNED THIS WEEK
The Cheapest Way To See The World Is On A Container Ship, And Other Facts
Welcome to What We Learned This Week, a digest of the most curiously important facts from the past few days. This week: Seeing the world on a container ship, what makes things cool and the best sausage you've never had.
ET THE EXTRA TERRIBLE
How The Worst Game Of All Time Was Made
Moral of the story: give your game designers more than five weeks to put a game together.
NOTHING REALLY MATTERS
Jaded Man Doesn't Bat An Eye As Tokyo Subway Pushers Cram Him Into His Train
All around him are familiar faces, worn out places, worn out faces.
THE MAN IN THE MOUNTAIN
New Hampshire Might Have Volcanoes One Day
When it comes to geology, the East Coast is fairly tame. That is except for New Hampshire, where something stirs underneath.
ALL YOUR DRONE ARE BELONG TO US
Chinese Warship Captures American Underwater Drone
A US oceanographic vessel Thursday had its underwater drone stolen by a Chinese warship literally right in front of the eyes of the American crew, a US defense official told CNN Friday.
HE'S NO SAYNT
Will The Man Running A Sex Party Like A Start-Up Leave Anyone Satisfied?
Daniel Saynt isn’t just another rich guy throwing an orgy in his mansion: He’s an entrepreneur who wants to disrupt the nascent sex-positivity movement, and ride it to wealth and fame.
FROM THE DIGG STORE
The 10 Best Gadgets From 2016
We've rounded up our favorite high-tech gear of the year — most of which will arrive before December 25.
GRIN AND BARRETT
Meet The Least Likely Link Between Kanye West And Barack Obama
The strange, inspiring story of Pastor T.L. Barrett, whose 40-year-old recordings suddenly became the hottest thing in music in 2016.
A GREAT AND TERRIBLE IDEA
Easy Access To Your Favorite Goofy Sound Effects With This MacBook Touch Bar App
There's a guy in your office and he's going to abuse this technology.
JUST PUSH A 50/50 RAISE/FIRED BUTTON
So What Kind Of Performance Review Do You Want, Anyway?
Everybody hated the annual review. Now everybody hates the alternative. What’s left?
HUSTLING INTO THE BLACK
I Paid Off $48K In Student Loan Debt In One Year
Determined to pay off his loans, Christopher O’Day started driving for Uber, walking dogs and more.
HE'S NOT JOKING
Al Franken Faces Donald Trump And The Next Four Years
The two-term Democratic senator, who once made a living satirizing politicians, envisions an unfunny future.
NOT TOTALLY LAME YET
Barack Obama Promises Retaliation Against Russia Over Hacking
“I think there is no doubt that when any foreign government tries to impact the integrity of our elections… we need to take action,” Obama said. “And we will – at a time and place of our own choosing.
ALSO, JAMES FRANCO?
Stephen Colbert And REM's Michael Stipe Look Back At 2016, Singing 'It's The End Of The Year As We Know It'
Goodbye, 2016. You won't be missed. Except for maybe you, sweet angel Harambe.
STICK WITH SOCKS OR UNDERWEAR
Gifts You Should Under No Circumstances Get For The Men In Your Life
If you'd like to show the men in your life you put in the extra effort this season, avoid these things (please).
FIXING MORE THAN HEALTH PROBLEMS
20 States Accuse Mylan And Other Drug Companies Of Price Fixing
A civil complaint filed by 20 states accuses the companies of conspiring to artificially inflate prices on an antibiotic and a diabetes drug, with executives coordinating through informal industry gatherings and personal calls and text messages.
ELECTRIC SLIDE
Inside The Turmoil At Tesla Competitor Faraday Future
The electric car startup is heading into a hyped-up reveal of its first production car after a year fraught with financial troubles, employee attrition and lawsuits.
'LEAVE IT THE FUCK ALONE'
Anthony Bourdain Explains The Worst Mistake You Could Make When Cooking Steak
We know you wanna slice right into that meaty goodness, but slow your roll.
FINISH IT
Ghana's Remake Of The 'Mortal Kombat' Movie Is Way Better Than The Original
Ghana's Kumawood scene is know for releasing campy remakes for like zero dollars, and in the case of "Mortal Kombat" their un-self-serious tone makes a lot of sense. Also the fight scenes are just better.
THE FLAWS OF OUR FATHERS
How Do We Learn To Forgive Our Fathers?
Watching our dads grow older is painful, but it can be a step toward reconciliation.
USING SOUL-KILLER APPS
How Middle-Class Chinese Investors Are Funding Brooklyn Gentrification
Middle-class Chinese are using new technology to move their wealth out of the country and into American investments, from San Francisco to New York.
