SEPTEMBER 20, 2007

Full News Archive

• Headline: Dan Rather's Legal Battle with CBS. Impact: Dan Rather's lawsuit against CBS led to a series of events that would eventually result in network news being more sensational than ever. Who knew a complaint about airtime would set off the era of 'If it bleeds, it leads'?. Fact: Did you know that Dan Rather's departure was so dramatic that it inspired a new genre of reality TV called 'Network Survivor'? Just kidding, but wouldn’t that be entertaining?.
• Headline: Exploring Digital Nomad Culture. Impact: The concept of 'surfing the World Wide Couch' gave birth to a generation of remote controls that were used more than actual legs. The butterfly effect? A world of couch potatoes and endless snack consumption. Fact: Did you know that 'couch surfing' was so popular it led to the invention of the 'Snack-a-lanche', a phenomenon where snacks disappear faster than you can say 'I’ll just have one more'?.
• Headline: M.T.A. Makes Deal for Cellphones in Stations. Impact: The M.T.A. wiring subway stations for cellphones sparked a new era of subway etiquette. Now, instead of reading a book, everyone is glued to their screens, completely ignoring the fact that they’re surrounded by strangers. Thanks, technology!. Fact: Did you know that before cellphones, New Yorkers had to communicate via interpretive dance while waiting for the train? That’s right, the subway was basically a Broadway show before the Wi-Fi came along.
• Headline: Refeathering the Empty Nest. Impact: Remodeling rooms after kids leave for college became the ultimate coping mechanism for parents, leading to the rise of 'Empty Nest' home makeover shows. Because nothing says 'I miss you' like a brand-new guest room!. Fact: Did you know that some parents go so far as to turn their child's room into a shrine of sorts? Welcome to the 'I Can't Let Go' museum, where every old toy is treated like a priceless artifact!.