SEPTEMBER 17, 2006

Full News Archive

• Headline: High School Football Under the Spotlight. Impact: The rise of high school football under prime-time lights led to an increase in teenage injuries, which eventually resulted in the invention of bubble wrap for protective gear. Now, every game feels like a glorified game of 'Don't Pop the Player!'. Fact: Did you know that some coaches have started wearing body armor during games? It's true, because nothing says 'team spirit' like being prepared for a tackle from your own players!.
• Headline: Tech Innovation Meets Culinary Convenience. Impact: The obsession with food delivery in the workplace led to corporate retreats where employees now bond over their shared love of takeout and their mutual disdain for healthy snacks. Who knew a pizza party could spark a new era of workplace camaraderie?. Fact: Did you know that the average office worker spends about 30 minutes a day just deciding what to order for lunch? That’s right, they could have been mastering the art of origami in that time!.
• Headline: How 3 G.O.P. Veterans Stalled Bush Detainee Bill. Impact: The stalling of the Bush Detainee Bill created a snowball effect that led to an increased number of conspiracy theories about the government. Now, every time there's a delay in legislation, people suspect it’s a cover-up for alien activity.. Fact: Did you know that in the time it takes for Congress to pass a bill, you could learn how to build a rocket? Just saying, productivity could use a bit of a boost!.
• Headline: U.S. and State Plan to Occupy Freedom Tower. Impact: The decision to occupy the Freedom Tower as anchor tenants gave rise to a new trend in real estate: buildings that are less about freedom and more about long-term leases. Now, people are asking, 'Is liberty really worth the rent?'. Fact: Did you know that the Freedom Tower has more security than a royal wedding? Apparently, freedom comes with a very hefty price tag and a bouncer at the door!.