JUNE 13, 2007

Full News Archive

• Headline: Civil Strife in Palestinian Territories. Impact: The escalation of conflict between Hamas and Fatah might have inadvertently led to a worldwide surge in hashtag activism. Who knew that fighting for power could inspire so many social media warriors to type furiously from their couches?. Fact: Despite the chaos, the only thing that seems to unify groups in conflict is their ability to produce an endless stream of speeches and press releases. Clearly, the pen is mightier than the sword... or at least more persistent..
• Headline: Spurs on Verge of Fourth NBA Championship. Impact: Had the Cavaliers clinched that victory, it could have triggered a sports renaissance in Cleveland, leading to the city becoming the next major hub for athletic talent. Or at least a better excuse for their fans to drink more beer.. Fact: The only thing more surprising than the Cavaliers letting this opportunity slip was the fact that the Spurs didn’t just turn into a basketball dynasty but also a profitable wine brand. Spurs fans are now sipping chardonnay while reminiscing about championships..
• Headline: Attention, Web Surfers: The Following Film Trailer May Be Racy or Graphic. Impact: This change in the rating system could have sparked a revolution in online content, leading to a future where film trailers become more popular than the movies themselves. Get ready for 'Trailer Oscars'!. Fact: Did you know that the term 'racy' was originally used to describe horse races? Now it refers to film trailers, proving that language evolves almost as quickly as our attention spans!.