the world is pathetic

this story about a girl who committed suicide after her non-friend's parents (and friend?) harassed her online, calling her fat and a slut, is probably one of the most depressing stories i've read in a while. what the hell.

there has also been a subsequent controversy of whether the local newspaper should have released the names of the offending parties (they didn't). i usually side with the course of caution (say no to libel)--especially since, by reporting their names, the paper is also putting a big bullseye on this "family." in any case, bloggers figured it out, and you can send your hatemail after going to this site.