JANUARY 5, 2005

Full News Archive

• Headline: Bush Administration's Torture Legal Ruling. Impact: The legal gymnastics performed by the Bush administration regarding torture set a precedent that somehow led to endless debates about what constitutes acceptable interrogation. This has ultimately confused future generations about how to ask for a simple cup of coffee.. Fact: Did you know that the term 'extreme interrogation' sounds like a bad reality show? Get ready for 'Survivor: Legal Edition!'.
• Headline: U.S. Says Man Shined Laser at Aircraft. Impact: David Banach’s laser antics not only landed him in hot water with the law but also inspired future generations to think that shining lasers at aircraft is the next great American pastime—right up there with baseball and hot dogs.. Fact: Did you know that shining a laser at an aircraft is not only illegal but also really bad for your health? Who knew aviation safety could ruin your laser light show?.
• Headline: For the Digerati, the Only Place to Be. Impact: The Consumer Electronics Show’s explosion in attendance paved the way for a future where people camp outside for the latest smartphone, leading to a cultural phenomenon of waiting in line that rivals the excitement of Black Friday—because who doesn’t love a good queue?. Fact: Did you know that the Consumer Electronics Show is essentially a techie’s version of a carnival? Just swap out cotton candy for overpriced gadgets and you've got yourself a party!.