DECEMBER 3, 2007

Full News Archive

• Headline: Lessons from Rosie O'Donnell's Conflict. Impact: Judith Regan's civil suit created a ripple effect that inspired countless other lawsuits against media companies, eventually leading to the establishment of a new holiday: 'Sue Your Publisher Day'. It's now celebrated by writers everywhere, though no one has ever actually won anything.. Fact: Fun fact: This whole saga could have been avoided if everyone just agreed to communicate via carrier pigeon. Much less litigation involved!.
• Headline: Brad Pitt Commissions Designs for New Orleans. Impact: Brad Pitt's efforts to rebuild New Orleans resulted in a bizarre trend where Hollywood stars began adopting whole neighborhoods, leading to a reality TV show called 'Celebrities in Your Community' that nobody asked for, but everyone secretly watched.. Fact: Did you know that before this, Brad Pitt was just one of many actors trying to save the world, but now he's essentially the 'Batman' of urban renewal? Cape and all!.
• Headline: Vivendi to Acquire Activision. Impact: Vivendi's acquisition of Activision set off a chain reaction of mergers that ultimately resulted in video game companies creating a 'Super Game' that no one could actually play, but everyone pretended to enjoy discussing at parties.. Fact: Fun fact: The only thing more complicated than the gaming industry mergers is trying to explain to your grandma why you’re not working in a 'real job' when you're making a living off video games..