SEPTEMBER 18, 2001

Full News Archive

• Headline: Action Films and Violence Debate. Impact: If only the action stars had dialed down the explosions, maybe we would have had a few less 'inspired' terrorists. Who knew Hollywood could influence world events like a poorly written screenplay?. Fact: Interestingly, the term 'too good' was first coined in the 1800s to describe a rare breed of overly optimistic historians. They were never taken seriously..
• Headline: Strengthening Security Post 9/11. Impact: Ah yes, when technology was weaponized against civil liberties. Who knew that a few extra surveillance cameras could pave the way for reality TV shows featuring government agents? Talk about a plot twist!. Fact: In a shocking turn of events, the phrase 'Big Brother is watching you' was actually a slogan for a failed 1984-themed amusement park..
• Headline: Arts Companies Respond to Crisis. Impact: Who knew that tragedy could lead to a cultural renaissance? Theaters and concert halls became sanctuaries, turning into safe spaces where people could pretend the world wasn’t falling apart—like a sitcom, but with more existential dread.. Fact: Theaters were once the only place you could escape your problems, until Netflix came along and ruined it with binge-watching..
• Headline: Defending Skyscrapers Against Terror. Impact: So we can build structures that can survive everything except a minor inconvenience like fire? Brilliant! It’s like designing a car that can withstand a crash but has no brakes. Good luck with that!. Fact: The World Trade Center was once the tallest building in the world, but no one bothered to ask how tall it would be after a bad day..
• Headline: Stress Will Chase Some Into the Depths of Their Minds. Impact: The psychological aftermath of such disasters is fascinating—like a bad horror movie that keeps playing in your head. Spoiler alert: the happy ending is often just denial wearing a mask.. Fact: Mental health experts say talking about your problems is the best therapy. But if you’re talking to a wall, you might want to rethink your approach..