FEBRUARY 21, 2006

Full News Archive

• Headline: Limiting Eminent Domain Across America. Impact: The legislation limiting the government's power of eminent domain inadvertently sparked a nationwide movement for more backyard barbecues, as suddenly everyone felt a fierce need to protect their precious grill space from encroaching politicians. The butterfly effect: from housing security to BBQ supremacy!. Fact: Did you know that 'eminent domain' sounds much cooler than it is? It’s actually just a fancy way of saying, 'We’re taking your stuff, and you can’t do a thing about it.'.
• Headline: Sasha Cohen's Olympic Journey in 2006. Impact: Sasha Cohen's sparse presence at the Olympics turned out to be the catalyst for the creation of Olympic-themed reality shows, where athletes compete not just for medals but for who can avoid the cameras the best. A world where athletes embrace their inner hermits began right here!. Fact: Did you know that Sasha Cohen is like a mythical creature at the Olympics? Everyone knows she exists, but seeing her is as rare as spotting Bigfoot at a Starbucks..
• Headline: Germany Weighs if It Played Role in Seizure by U.S.. Impact: Germany's scrutiny of the U.S. role in the abduction case sparked a long-term diplomatic tension that eventually led to the establishment of a new international 'No Taking Our People' club, complete with a secret handshake and lots of awkward small talk.. Fact: Did you know that international abduction debates are like coffee shop conversations? Everyone pretends to care, but really, they just want to order their lattes and go home..