Amethyst Tate graduated summa cum laude from Middlebury College with a B.A. in Sociology/Anthropology. During her time at IBT, her articles have been sourced by various publications including The New York Times, Huffington Post, Buzzfeed, and Drudgereport. Amethyst previously interned at CBS, The Christian Science Monitor, and ABC.
Islam's Most Sacred Site Sparks Curiosity
What is the cube-shaped structure that Muslim pilgrims pray around in Mecca? Everything to know about the Kaaba.
Nick Cannon Removes 'Mariah' Tattoo Amid Divorce Drama
Nick Cannon has gotten rid of his massive "Mariah" tattoo that he got in honor of his now-estranged wife back in 2008.
Joan Rivers' Daughter Suing Late Comedian's Doctor
Melissa Rivers plans to sue Joan Rivers' personal physician, Dr. Gwen Korovin, following the death of the comedian last month.
Homemade Gas Masks Worn By Hong Kong Demonstrators
Hong Kong demonstrators are now handing out homemade gas masks after police used tear gas and pepper spray on protesters.
Rob Kardashian Names Sister Khloé His 'WCW'
Rob Kardashian took awkward to another level, posting a sexy photo of sister Khloé and making her his "Woman Crush Wednesday."
80 People Came Into Contact With Dallas Ebola Patient
Four family members who had contact with Duncan were ordered this week by Texas health officials to stay home.
Kanye West, Kim Kardashian Fight Over The Fappening?
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West reportedly fought over the nude photos of her that were leaked last month.
Porsha Williams Fired From 'RHOA'?
Porsha Williams may no longer be a cast member on “Real Housewives of Atlanta.”
New York Times Will Eliminate About 100 Newsroom Jobs
The New York Times announced on Wednesday a plan to eliminate about 100 newsroom jobs to "control our costs."
What You Need To Know About Ebola In America
The first case of Ebola was recorded in the U.S. this week, after a man visiting Liberia contracted the deadly virus. Is the U.S. ready?
Wiz Khalifa Reportedly Cheated With Twins
Wiz Khalifa reportedly cheated on wife Amber Rose with twins, says Hot 97 New York City radio host Peter Rosenberg.
Netflix 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon' Deal: 'Napoleon Dynamite,' 'Mean Girls' And Other Sequels We Want
Netflix is exclusively premiering "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" next year. But we also want a new "Mean Girls" movie.
Bruce Jenner Elevates Sex Change Rumors
Bruce Jenner is not helping squash rumors that he is on a quest to become a woman.
Chris Brown Responds To Video Of Him Shoving Girl
Chris Brown called TMZ founder Harvey Levin the devil after he posted a video of Brown shoving a woman who tried to kiss him.
Who Is Amal Alamuddin? George Clooney's New Wife Is A Top British Attorney
Amaluddin is fluent in English, Arabic and French.
Chris Brown Shoved Woman Who Tried To Kiss Him
Chris Brown pleaded guilty earlier this month for assaulting a man in Washington, D.C., in October 2013.
Beheading Suspect's Mom: 'My Son Was A Good Kid'
Jah'Keem Yisreal has been identified as the Oklahoma beheading suspect. His Facebook page includes photos of grenade launchers and more.
Rihanna The Next Bond Girl?
Rihanna may be on the big screen in 2015. The singer is reportedly making a cameo in the next James Bond film.
Amber Rose Wiz Khalifa Paternity Scandal
Amber Rose is accused of cheating on Wiz Khalifa with her driver, and he's rumored to be the actual father of her son, Sebastian.
North West Sheer Outfit: Too Much?
Did Kim Kardashian go overboard by dressing North West in a sheer outfit for the Givenchy show in Paris over the weekend?
