Charlotte Mckinney has blown up in the past year, quickly becoming one of our favorite models in 2014. A lot of people liken her success to that of Kate Upton, but we see more differences than similarities.

It wasn’t easy to pick out Charlotte’s 22 hottest photos to show you since she pretty much hits home runs every time she steps to the plate, but we managed to pull together the best selection possible. Hopefully this time next year we’ll have so many new photos that we’ll be forced to make another gallery.

Until then, here’s the best of what Charlotte Mckinney’s ever given us.

Company holiday “parties” can be kind of a bore, but it looks like the Australian business Flight Centre in Brisbane knows how to give zero “f*cks.” Look at the massive slip and slide they made inside in their office!

Even better is that it looks like costumes were encouraged.

According to an unreliable source, one person apparently knocked themselves out, at which point the party was shut down. Only in Australia could people be so reckless.

Update: Someone’s already uploaded a “trailer breakdown” that we’ve embedded at the bottom of this post. It talks about all sorts of possibilities and rumors.

The official trailer for Call of Duty Advanced Warfare “Exo Zombies” mode came out today, and we learned that it will include voice acting from famed actors John Malkovich, Bill Paxton, Rose McGowan, and Jon Bernthal.

The new trailer leads us to believe that Malkovich and company will play four Atlas employees trying to survive a new horror.

All four of these actors have played roles in zombie-esque movies, making this decision even more awesome. John Malkovich was in Warm Bodies, Bill Paxton was in The Colony, Rose McGowan Planet Terror, and Jon Bernthal in Walking Dead.

While we’re sorry to see Tank, Nikolai, Takeo, and Edward leave, these new four characters give us something interesting to look forward to.

“Exo Zombies” will come out with the new Havoc DLC, scheduled to be released in January 2015.

They can’t let a Fall Quarter end at UCLA without having an Undie Run–and the last Undie Run of 2014 was a beautiful thing. Of course, it won’t seem so beautiful to the parents who are paying the tuitions that qualify their kid to run around in their underwear while it’s a frigid 64 degrees outside.

We still think it shows a lot of initiative for these kids to go out with no clothes on in that kind of weather–which is damn cold by Los Angeles standards. These underwear warriors deserve a lot of respect. It’s a real Rainbow Coalition, too, which reminds us of why UCLA has one of the hottest campuses around.

Check out the pictures below, but let’s also take this chance to look back at other greatUndie Runs of 2014.  Our cup ranneth over with hot pics after ASU’s display of sexy girl Undie Runners back in May. That’s around the same time that Chapman University proved size doesn’t matter when the small college gave us a big collection of hot pics from their own Undie Run. Don’t forget some of the best Undie Runs of last year, either.

So enjoy this winter wonderland out of UCLA, and scroll on down for some awesome UCLA Undie Run video, too. You’ll be chasing some of these students right into 2015…

The new Get Hard trailers has struggling dad Kevin Hart helping convicted rich guy Will Ferrell get ready for jail–even though Kevin Hart’s character has never really been to prison. Will Ferrell’s ignorant rich guy just makes an assumption about his employee. That’s all we need for some merry comic hijinks, though.

We’re thinking this one is going to do a lot better than Rob Schneider’s Big Stan, which went direct-to-video with a similar plot back in 2007. For one thing, Get Hard is actually playing theaters. That’s how it ended up as one of our Most Anticipated Movies of 2015. Take a look and see if you’re still anticipating Get Hard as much as we are. Which kind of sounds weird. This just isn’t going to be an easy movie to talk about…

In a new video titled, “This Is Our Shield,” the Toronto Raptors revealed this image in the final few seconds, prompting everyone to safely assume that it will be their new logo.

The Toronto Raptors haven’t been shy in telling the world that they’re aiming for a complete rebrand. Earlier this week on “Drake Night” the rapper and Toronto native did exactly that, explaining “I think people are going to be floored with what we have in store for next season.”

The Raptors then took it even a step further and uploaded this image to their Facebook page, before taking it down a few minutes after. You can see that it’s got some added red.

We’re excited to see what the new uniforms will look like. For what it’s worth, I’m really digging the shredded look.

Last night was Wilhemina Modeling’s 2014 Holiday Party, and guess who was spotted rocking a V-cut dress that left little to imagination? If you guessed Charlotte Mckinney, you’re reading far too many words. This post is all about the imagery.

See Charlotte Mckinney’s hottest photos

Special thanks to the beatiful Oksana Rykova (@oksana_rykova) for uploading the photo. We’ve also gone ahead and uploaded some non-Charlotte Mckinney photos from the same holiday party, just because we thought you’d appreciate it.

Netflix has made a lot of money this year, but all we’re getting for Christmas is a video that has cast members from Orange is the New Black parodying “The 12 Days of Christmas.” Actually, that turns out to be a really cool present. They kind of got lazy by cutting to the final round, but that’s better than being cut in other ways, right? Check out the video, and check out the nose on that snowman–and scroll on down for a GIF of a gift…

Yeah, we’re really happy to see this one being so GIF-worthy–by which we mean Natasha Lyonne looking great. We remember when she was a troubled young actress, and now she’s doing really well in prison. So to speak. We know that Orange is the New Black has given us hot cast members like Taryn Manning, Rachel Brosnahan, and Emmalyn Anderson, but we can just watch this for a while….

Chapman University out in California has impressed us with their Undie Runs in the past–but we really like how the ladies of Chapman U got into the Yuletime spirit for Winter Undie Run 2014. As we noted with UCLA, things can still get chilly on a California night. The good news is that our hearts are very warmed by Chapman’s student body taking their bodies out for a scantily-clad stroll. We can’t think of a better way to wrap up a Fall quarter.

Don’t forget that the fine femmes of Chapman University had a great Underwear Run this past May, too. We’re also still wild about the May ASU Underwear Run, and UCLA’s own Underwear Run this week. Let’s not neglect the best Undie Runs of last year, either. Now take a look at these pics and get to falling yourself…

As you are running out to buy the last of your Christmas gifts, or lighting another candle for Hanukkah, undoubtedly the most important item in your hand will be the booze that is keeping you sane! This week’s beer review is on a beer that’s perfect for all celebrations. This weekend Deschutes Brewery’s Jubelale is What’s on Tap!

Located in one of the great American craft beer states, Oregon, Deschutes is currently one of the few breweries that rarely bottles, or kegs, a bad brew, and Jubelale is no exception. What I love about this winter ale is the subtle flavor combination that fills both the beer’s aroma and taste. Jubeale has a great smell of sweet caramel and toffee but the hint of the fruity and slightly earthy characteristics is what I enjoy most. With each sip comes the distinct earthy and chicory flavor.

The chicory pairs very nicely with the malt qualities of the beer and intermingled is the fruits – I am guessing figs, raisins? Also throughout each sip is the typical winter spices, ginger, nutmeg, allspice; but these are very subtle so they compliment, not overpower. One the backend of the beer is the hoppy finish that some winter ales lack; but it is perfect for Jubelale!

From the chicory to the malt to the fruits and spices and finishing with the hops there nothing to not like about this winter warmer. And because of its complex flavor profile it can go well with almost any meal but tonight I am pairing Jubelale with my mom’s homemade lasagna. The cheese and the meat will combine nicely with the fruit and winter spices of the brew. So this weekend and throughout next week enjoy one of the finest winter brews!

Cheers!

Beer Stats

Style: Winter Warmer / Strong Ale
Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6.7%
Bitterness (IBUs): 60
Color: Almost a deep brown / deep red
Malt: Pale, Crystal, Extra Special, Carapils, Roasted Barley
Hops: Nugget, Cascade, Willamette, Styrian, Tettnang, East Kent Goldings

Beer Review Stats

Beer Advocate: 89 and 98
Rate Beer: 96

Welcome to the last actual weekend of 201–barring any interference to the calendar by from North Korean hackers. We know that another one will crop up in seven days, but that Friday-to-Sunday period lands smack in the merriness between Christmas and New Year’s Eve. There’s be so much room for activities, but expect them to be swept up in holiday madness.

As a result–except for all that shopping you haven’t done yet–consider the three days ahead one last shot at having a levelheaded good time. Whether you head out to a show, hit a sports bar to catch a game (or ten), or just crash at home to enjoy holiday TV specials, start easing back and moving into the Yuletide tempest that awaits on the other side….

Nets at Cavaliers

(December 19)

When the Nets met the Cavaliers last month, the Prince and Princess of Wales made it out to Brooklyn to catch the game. Not much chance of any foreign royalty dropping by Cleveland tonight–but there is, of course, King James on his home court and all that.

Mr. Magoo’s Christmas Carol

(December 19)

The CW busts out this holiday chestnut that’s been beguiling audiences since 1962. Cantankerous old (and legally blind) Mr. Magoo stars as Scrooge, while Tiny Tim is portrayed by cult cartoon character Gerald McBoing-Boing. The songs may not be as familiar as the ones on Rudolph and other specials, but they’re unique enough to keep you singing them well into the new year.

“Dee Snider’s Rock & Roll Christmas Tale”

(December 19–January 4)

Presently previewing in Chicago before potential Broadway and national touring runs, “Dee Snider’s Rock & Roll Christmas Tale” stars the Twisted Sister frontman and features plenty of plenty of power-caroling. Dee narrates the musical, which concerns a failing rock group selling their souls to a comical Satan for Christmastime success. You can be sure it ends with an encore of “We’re Not Gonna Take It.”

The Multiversity: Thunderworld #1

(December 19)

D.C.’s new Multiversity comic book series takes on Captain Marvel of Shazam! comics fame via writer Grant Morrison, artist Cameron, and colorist Nathan Fairbairn. It’s being hailed as an old-fashioned charmer that also manages to launch one of D.C.’s most perplexing characters forward. “Shazam!” to that, indeed.

NFL Saturday

(December 20)

As Christmas looms, the NFL weekend doubles up with the Chargers at the 49ers and the Eagles visiting the Redskins. San Diego hasn’t played San Fran since back in 2010–when the Chargers routed the Niners. Philly, of course, just beat D.C. back in September. It looks to be a fine day of football all around.

Christmas Icetastrophe on SyFy

(December 20)

The holidays look to be a literal disaster in Christmas Icetastrophe–SyFy’s new original movie of merry mayhem. There’s a meteor heading toward earth that flash-freezes and crystallizes everything in its path well before impact. That includes trucks, helicopters, an angry store Santa, and–potentially–an entire town of plucky heroes who band together to keep their holiday hearths burning.

Keys N Krates

(December 20)

Toronto electronic trio Keys N Krates plug into the @2720 Performing Arts Center in St. Louis, riding high on last summer’s EDM smash “Are We Faded” and their recent Every Nite EP. Expect to see the mighty St. Louis Arch swaying in time to the beats.

Saturday Night Live with Amy Adams

(December 20)

With her movie Big Eyes slated to open on Christmas Day, five-time Oscar nominee Amy Adams hosts Saturday Night Live for the second time. Also putting in their second SNL appearance: musical guests One Direction. Keep your finger on your remote’s volume button to drown out the screams of teenage girls.

The Skeleton Twins on Blu-ray

(December 20)

SNL vets Bill Hader and Kristen Wiig scored an indie hit last summer as twin siblings who reunite after years of estrangement. The movie is funny without veering into comedy, and the two stars show off real acting chops when it comes to the serious moments. See it before the Academy Award nominations get announced.

Santa Claus (1959)/New Year’s Evil (1981): TCM Underground

(December 20)

TCM Underground is the cable channel’s wee-hour Saturday night showcase for bizarre cult cinema–much of which isn’t on DVD. For this holiday edition, the double feature is the eye-popping, Mexican-made 1959 kiddie holiday blowout Santa Claus (in which Jolly Old Saint Nick battles an amazing red devil from Hell), and the deliciously sleazy 1981 new wave slasher flick New Year’s Evil.

Coyotes at Kings

(December 20)

Arizona’s Coyotes 11-16 skate into Los Angeles to take on the 16-11 Kings. Neither squad is lighting the ice on fire this season, but Christmastime hockey among teams from places where it never snows is a sportily fun holiday treat.

NFL Sunday

(December 21)

Week 16 packs all the shocks and wallops any sane football fan should expect this time of year. Fantasy players are advised to keep plenty of heavily-spiked eggnog handy. Big games include Vikings at Miami, Packers at Buccaneers, Colts at Cowboys, and Lions at Bears.

We can’t think of anything that’ll rev you up for the last (non-holiday) weekend of 2014 like the daily COED Instagram feed–especially when it’s giving us double-vision with the titanic pairing of Valeria Orsini & Chantel Zales. The incredibly hot picture above couldn’t have been a bigger distraction on a frantic Friday.

Then things got only harder (so to speak) with a flurry of more hot femmes heating us up from our frigid settings. We’re talking about amazing Instagram models like Sara Jean Underwood, Brittny Ward, Ashlyn Coray, and even more of the sexiest ladies who’ve ever shaken up the end of a work week. Check out these pics and feel like it’s already Christmas…

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Even More Sexy Instagram Pics…

On a recent episode of Australia’s version of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire a woman named Whitney Beseler was asked, “Which of these is not a piece of jewelry commonly worn to symbolize a relationship between two people?” She chose “anniversary ring” instead of “burger ring.” To watch the clip, go visit our friends over at The Huffington Post.

And here are some more interesting links to kick off your Friday morning…

5 movie series that started terrible and ended awesome [Cracked]

Here’s the best of Jerry Jones partying [Busted Coverage]

Hate working out? Pay someone else to do it for you [College Candy]

Selena Gomez posts another sexy pic to her Instagram [Popoholic]

Alessandra Ambrosio poses topless [The Superficial]

So it was the final episode of The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson last night, and it was okay. Not really a big spectacle on the level of The Colbert Report wrapping up–although Ferguson wisely had his all-star romp (with different celebs rocking out to Dead Man Fall’s “Bang Your Drum”) at the start of the show. It was always kind of a tradition for Ferguson to wrap up the Late Late Show on a subdued note.

Actually, the entire episode was pretty subdued. Final guest Jay Leno was fun, and those two really do have a nice rapport. Jay and Craig should have their own show together. You can watch the whole thing below–but get a little baffled at the big finish that seems exceptionally lazy. People have been goofing on how different shows should end their final episodes with parodies of the classic Newhart finale for decades now. Craig Ferguson went ahead and did it, and that wrapped things up on a tired note. Not that Craig cares. His work is done…

It won’t be long before we’re celebrating the Women Who’ve Won the Week who went on to pretty much win the year. As we start to wrap up 2014, though, we’d like to celebrate a few underseen beauties who’ve won in small ways. That includes the rockin’ international beauty Rita Pereira–who we were very happy to see sitting at the top of Reddit with a hot GIF of a guy who couldn’t resist the lure of her cleavage. [photo via…]

To be fair, this guy is kind of a boss. He’s fully aware of the camera, and yet still has to look. Furthermore, he has a great excuse. He’s able to check out Rita Pereira just as she’s purposely drawing attention to her arm that just happens to be positioned by that plunging neckline….

Yeah, there’s your own excuse to keep staring at that. We’ve never needed an excuse to start appreciating the Portuguese beauty–who’s always been on our radar, courtesy of her appearance in the very sexy Sans Elle… back in 2003. That helped launch the career that’s seen Rita becoming a popular actress, model, and television personality.

Rita also looked set to break out big with a role in the Canadian television series Living in Your Car back in 2011. Sadly, Rita has stayed a secret, but we’re very happy to see a new generation discovering the irresistible allure of this telenovela star for themselves. This gal is still young enough to rally up some Western exposure–and if she didn’t win the week yet, we’re hoping for the best after her rallying up Reddit…

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Women Who’ve Won Their Weeks!

Need another reason to be embarrassed for Sony yanking The Interview over North Korean threats? Check out this commercial for the brave Bavaria Beer brand–which didn’t seem that impressive when it was released a few weeks ago. We get the joke. Grab some stock footage, get a funny celebrity endorsement, and also admit that all advertising is propaganda. That all seems a lot more daring now, though–courtesy of the doctored stock footage featuring Kim Jong-un. So good for Bavaria Beer. Not that we’d want to have a beer with this guy…

Happy National Sangria Day–the annual occasion to honor the fruity alcoholic concoction the name of which means, in Spanish and Portugese alike,”bloodletting.” With that kind of linguistic lineage, perhaps National Sangria Day should be closer to Halloween than it is to Christmas but, hey, any excuse to drink a highly intoxicating fruit soup will do. [photo: Jasper Juinen/Getty]

Sangria typically consists of wine (almost always red), brandy or liquer, a sweetener such as honey or syrup, and as much chopped fruit as can fit in the pitcher, with the most popular selections being oranges, cherries, grapes, limes, peaches, and pineapple. Occasionally the heady brew also gets bubbled up with club soda or 7up. The more we write about all this sugar-infused boozy deliciousness, actually, the more sangria does sound like a perfect pre-Christmas liquid indulgence.

And if you’re wondering how Sangria took off back in the ’70s, check out this inspiring commercial…

So while others partake in eggnog or hot toddies at holiday bashes this evening, be the suave Santa who gives the gift of sangria. It takes a while to mix a batch, so start now, and enjoy later. Here are five killer sangria recipes for National Sangria Day…

Holiday Sangria
1 bottle (750ml) Moscato Wine
2 diet cranberry juice
1 cup pomegranate
½ cup orange juice
3 oz simple syrup
1 apple, unpeeled, cored, quartered & sliced thin (I used Honey Crisp)
1 orange, halved, sliced thin
1 lemon, halved and sliced thin
1 red bartlett pear, halved and sliced thin
½ cup of fresh cranberries
¼ cup of pomegranate seeds

Mix all of the ingredients in a large pitcher, stir well. Chill at least 4 hours or overnight. Stir before serving

White Christmas Sangria

1 Granny Smith Apple
1 Braeburn Apple
1 heaping cup fresh cranberries
1 large sprig rosemary
1 bottle pinot grigio
½ cup white crape juice
¼ cup sugar (more, for garnish)
1 can club soda or 7up

Mix all of the ingredients in a large pitcher, stir well until the sugar dissolves. Chill at least 4 hours or overnight. Stir before serving

Winter Sangria

1 cup fresh satsuma orange juice
1 cup satsuma orange sections
1/3 cup Triple Sec
1/4 cup sugar
2 whole cloves
1 cinnamon stick
1 lemon, cut into 8 wedges
1 lime, cut into 8 wedges
1 (750-milliliter) bottle fruity red wine

Combine all ingredients in a pitcher, stirring until sugar dissolves. Cover and refrigerate 4 hours or overnight

Pomegranate Sangria

1 bottle fruity red wine
2 cups pomegranate juice
1/2 cup brandy
1/2 cup Triple Sec
1/4 cup simple syrup (equal amounts sugar and water, heated until sugar dissolves, cooled)
1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
1 large orange, halved and thinly sliced
1 green apple, cored, halved and thinly sliced
1 cup red grapes, sliced in 1/2

Combine all ingredients in a pitcher, cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to 48 hours before serving. Serve over ice

Festive Sangria

1 pomegranate, seeded
1 cup fresh cranberries
2 pears
1/2 cup apple vodka or apple brandy (optional)
2 small apples — one red, one green
1 1/2 bottles red wine (Cabernet or Red Zinfandel work well)
2 cups ginger ale
1-inch chunk fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 large pitcher/medium bowl (for serving)

Combine all ingredients in a pitcher, cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to 48 hours before serving. Add ginger ale just before serving. Serve over ice

New York City is in turmoil right now after the shooting of two NYPD officers in Brooklyn. Both of them were sitting in their patrol car before being ambushed by a single shooter. The strangest twist to this tragedy is that the gunman–who reportedly committed suicide shortly after the shootings–is said to have chronicled his rampage on Instagram under the handle @dontrunup.

We were on the site when the Instagram page was shut down, which makes all of this more believable. The above Instagram post was posted prior to the shooting, and the post below might have been part of the aftermath of the earlier shooting of the gunman’s girlfriend (see UPDATE below). The shoe seems to match a picture of the gunman’s body as his corpse was removed from a subway station. As you can also see, outraged citizens were able to comment on the posts before Instagram closed the account. We keep hoping for good news about the gunman’s victims as this story continues to unfold.

[UPDATE: Saddened to report that both officers have died–gunman now identified as Ismaaiyl Brinsley, and confirmed as owner of the @dontrunup Instagram account. Also reported to have earlier shot his girlfriend in Baltimore. She’s expected to survive. Gallery of the shooter added below…]

Dr. Evil interrupted the Saturday Night Live cold open last night–or maybe he was interrupting the SNL sketch about A Very Somber Christmas with Sam Smith. We’re not sure. We’re pretty sure, however, that Mike Myers called up Lorne Michaels and said, ‘Hey, how about I make an appearance on SNL as Dr. Evil and rant about how North Korea is giving evil a bad name by going after Sony and The Interview?” Lorne took one look at somebody’s lame pitch for a Sam Smith sketch and said, “Great–but please write it yourself.”

And so we get the return of Austin Powers’ nemesis, and you know that SNL had to go downhill from there. In the cold light of day, though, there aren’t exactly any great gags in Myer’s guest appearance. There are a few tired jokes, though. This is still a fun Christmas present from SNL–although they haven’t posted the video to their official Youtube channel yet. We’ll keep watching for that. Until then, choose from two evil pirated versions…

It’s a Wonderful Life debuted in theaters 68 years ago today on December 21, 1946, and it somewhat famously flopped big time. Audiences and critics, of course, eventually rediscovered and fell in love with director Frank Capra’s Christmas Eve redemption saga of suicidal George Bailey (Jimmy Stewart) who gets saved after the angel Clarence Odbody (Henry Travers) shows him how dire things would be had George never been born.

In the ensuing decades, It’s a Wonderful Life became an integral a part of the holiday season on par with Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Also like A Christmas Carol, It’s a Wonderful Life has provided a endless wellspring for other movies and TV shows to parody at Christmastime. Here are five favorites that’ll provide a nice chaser after you indulge in the original. At least, you should. It’s a good movie…

Saturday Night Live (1986)

“It’s A Wonderful Life: The Lost Ending” Capping an all-time classic episode hosted by William Shatner, SNL imagined an different denouement for It’s a Wonderful Life in which George Bailey (Dana Carvey) leads a mob of Bedford Falls residents to exact violent revenge on miserly local tyrant Mr. Potter (Jon Lovitz).

That ’70s Show (2001)

“It’s a Wonderful Life” Eric (Topher Grace) dreams of how things might have changed had he never kissed Donna (Laura Prepon)–as revealed by a hard-nosed, sarcastic angel played by Wayne Knight (aka Newman from Seinfeld).

 Married… With Children (1989)

“It’s a Bundyful Life” Screaming shock comic Sam Kinison appears as Heaven’s most unholy-loud angel to perk up put-upon shoe salesman Al Bundy. Adjust your volume controls accordingly.

 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1987)

“Shredderville” Michelangelo, Leonardo, Donatello, and Raphael go to sleep thinking that maybe the world would just be better off without any Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Their shared dreams then depicts what New York City would be like under the rule of their enemy, Shredder, if the boys hadn’t been there to keep everything in check. So when you wonder about the profound drop in New York City crime since the ’80s, now you know how to thank.

 Tiny Toon Adventures (1992)

“It’s a Wonderful Tiny Toons Christmas Special” The actual final episode of this ultra-early-’90s cartoon follows Buster Bunny as he tries to mount a Christmas pageant with Babs Bunny, Plucky Duck, Hamton Pig, and all the gang. When all goes wrong, Buster wishes he had never joined up with the Tiny Toons and he gets a glimpse of what that would have meant for Acme Acres.