MARCH 1, 2008

Full News Archive

• Headline: Yao Ming's Career-Defining Decision. Impact: Yao Ming risking his career had a butterfly effect that led to the rise of countless sports psychologists. Who knew a giant from China could single-handedly create an entire industry focused on managing athletic stress and injuries?. Fact: Did you know that Yao Ming is so tall that he could probably reach the top shelf in any grocery store? No wonder he’s risking it all on the court!.
• Headline: Jets Trade Vilma, Acquire Jenkins. Impact: The Jets trading Vilma led to a series of questionable trades across the NFL, ultimately resulting in fantasy football leagues becoming more popular than actual games. Thanks for that, Jets!. Fact: Did you know that the Jets have been trading players since before time itself? Well, at least it feels that way!.
• Headline: Commander’s Testimony on Sean Bell Incident. Impact: The testimony of the commander in this tragic case led to a renewed focus on police accountability, which sparked nationwide conversations about gun violence and policing. So, thanks for that, Commander; you really brought the mood down.. Fact: Did you know that Sean Bell's tragic death sparked protests that made some people reconsider their Saturday night plans? Because who doesn’t love a good debate about gun control during cocktail hour?.
• Headline: U.S.-Europe Team Beats Out Boeing on Big Contract. Impact: The U.S.-Europe team beating Boeing led to a dramatic shift in international defense contracts, paving the way for more foreign companies to get cozy with Uncle Sam. Cue the conspiracy theories about who’s really protecting us!. Fact: Did you know that Boeing was once synonymous with 'American pride'? Now they're just synonymous with 'whoops, maybe we should've seen this coming.'.
• Headline: Driver Says Man Couldn’t Care for Baby Girl. Impact: The driver's revelation about the man leaving the baby girl sparked a series of heartwarming yet confusing stories about abandoned babies, leading to a spike in adoption rates and a resurgence of 'Baby on Board' signs. Thanks for making it trendy!. Fact: Did you know that leaving a baby behind is a surefire way to earn a spot on the evening news? Not that we recommend it, of course..