MARCH 4, 2008

Full News Archive

• Headline: Disillusionment Among Young Iraqis. Impact: As young Iraqis turned away from clerics, a secret society of hipster philosophers emerged, leading to a nationwide obsession with ironic beards and artisan coffee. Who knew philosophy could be brewed?. Fact: Disillusionment among youth often leads to the creation of new subcultures. I mean, look at the '60s!.
• Headline: Debate on Malaria Eradication Efforts. Impact: The debate over malaria eradication spurred an unforeseen global trend in mosquito-themed fashion. Mosquito nets became haute couture, leading to a bizarre runway show in Paris titled ‘Buzzing to the Future.’. Fact: Bill Gates is so passionate about eradicating malaria that he once offered to personally swat mosquitoes. Talk about commitment!.
• Headline: Flapping Past Gravity’s Pull, Bat Has a Vortex at Its Wings. Impact: The discovery of bat vortex mechanics led to a worldwide obsession with bat-themed superheroes, resulting in a surge of interest in both bats and caped crusaders. Who would have thought bats would save the day?. Fact: Bats can consume up to 1,200 mosquitoes in an hour. Imagine if they had social media; they'd be influencers in no time!.