MARCH 31, 2008

Full News Archive

• Headline: Controversial Defense of Sean Bell Case. Impact: Had Ricco not defended those detectives, we might have seen a significant decline in the popularity of detective-themed shows. Just imagine a world without 'CSI'—the horror!. Fact: Defending someone in a controversial case is like trying to eat soup with a fork—messy and not very effective!.
• Headline: Unveiling the Truth About Trash. Impact: The reluctance to understand garbage led to the rise of the minimalist movement. If we’d embraced our trash sooner, we might have avoided a hipster renaissance of living in tiny houses with no furniture.. Fact: In some cultures, garbage is considered a delicacy. Just kidding! But wouldn’t that make for an interesting dinner party?.
• Headline: McCain's Challenge for Donor Support. Impact: If McCain had wooed those elite donors more effectively, we might have had a very different political landscape—perhaps even a reality show featuring Senate debates. Who wouldn’t tune in for that?. Fact: Political fundraising is like dating: if you don’t show enough interest, you might end up single, or worse, with a terrible match!.
• Headline: Citizen Huff. Impact: The success of The Huffington Post led to an explosion of citizen journalism, paving the way for people to express opinions on everything from cat videos to global politics. Thanks, Arianna!. Fact: The Huffington Post was like the overachieving kid in school—everyone loved it, but secretly wished it would just chill out for a second..
• Headline: Tracking a Marine Lost at Home. Impact: The search for the veteran highlighted the often-overlooked struggles of returning soldiers, leading to increased awareness and advocacy for veteran care—because they definitely need more than just a 'Welcome Home' banner.. Fact: The phrase 'home sweet home' can take on a whole new meaning when you realize it’s a battlefield for some veterans adjusting to civilian life..