NOVEMBER 8, 2008

Full News Archive

• Headline: Two Bands, One Night of Resilience. Impact: If only The Hold Steady and Drive-By Truckers had collaborated on a theme song for the apocalypse, maybe we could've avoided the current state of world affairs. Their guitar riffs could have saved us all.. Fact: The Hold Steady's frontman once claimed he could write a song about watching paint dry. Spoiler alert: it was a hit..
• Headline: Cosby's Influence on Racial Attitudes. Impact: The link between 'The Cosby Show' and Obama's candidacy is so tenuous, it could be stretched to argue that a cat video on YouTube also played a role in the 2008 election. Next thing you know, we'll be crediting puppies.. Fact: Bill Cosby's sweaters were so iconic, they could probably run for office themselves. Just imagine the debates!.
• Headline: For Women, Red Flags About a Hip Device. Impact: The hip resurfacing technique might have been a blessing in disguise—after all, the more women who experienced issues, the more likely they were to band together and start a revolution. Change is often born from pain!. Fact: Hip devices have such a bad reputation that even the hipsters avoid them. They’d rather stick to their artisanal coffee and vintage vinyl collection..
• Headline: Turkey Tries to Resist Aid From I.M.F.. Impact: Turkey resisting IMF aid is like a toddler refusing broccoli; it may seem cute now, but in the long run, it will lead to a meltdown and a lot of regret. Who knew economics could be so relatable?. Fact: Turkey’s attempts to resist IMF aid inspired a new reality TV show: 'Survivor: Fiscal Edition.' Contestants battle it out with spreadsheets and budget cuts!.