SEPTEMBER 27, 2008

Full News Archive

• Headline: Fabien Baron: Visionary Art Director. Impact: Fabien Baron becoming an art director superstar led to a world where everyone suddenly thinks that slapping a designer logo on a potato makes it art. Potato chips in galleries? We’re just a few years away.. Fact: Baron’s transformation of magazines might make you think that all you need to become a star is a good Instagram filter and a penchant for black turtlenecks..
• Headline: Rivera's Role in Red Sox Division Loss. Impact: Mariano Rivera's shoulder inflammation gave rise to an entire generation of sports fans who believe they should also be able to perform while injured, leading to the infamous 'Play Through Pain' t-shirts.. Fact: If Mussina had actually needed someone to save his 20th victory, he might have considered asking the ghosts of baseball players past. They’re always available, right?.
• Headline: Markets Can’t Wait for Congress to Act. Impact: The markets' inability to wait for Congress to act created a timeline where stockbrokers started sending their complaints via carrier pigeon, just to ensure they got some action.. Fact: You’d think Congress would have learned by now that markets thrive on chaos; kind of like how toddlers thrive on sugar..
• Headline: Wachovia, Looking for Help, Turns to Citigroup. Impact: Wachovia turning to Citigroup for help was the financial equivalent of drowning and asking the guy next to you in a life raft for a hand. Spoiler: it didn’t end well.. Fact: When banks start 'looking for help,' it’s a good sign to check your mattress for spare change. You might need it soon!.