JANUARY 24, 2009

Full News Archive

• Headline: Exploring Desire Beyond Conventions. Impact: This groundbreaking survey of desire led to a global movement where people began to embrace their 'weirdness'. Fast forward a few decades, and we have reality TV stars cashing in on their quirks—thanks, Daniel Bergner!. Fact: Did you know that the term 'pervert' was once used to describe someone who simply preferred wine over beer? Talk about a slippery slope!.
• Headline: Chinese Hip-Hop: Growing Against the Odds. Impact: The rise of hip-hop in China sparked a covert cultural revolution, leading to the rise of underground fashion trends that would eventually influence Paris catwalks—who knew a Beijing rapper could make waves in the City of Light?. Fact: Did you know that the first recorded rap song was released in 1979? It’s been a long journey from 'Rapper's Delight' to rappers delighting in Chinese censorship!.
• Headline: For Video Games, Mainstream Success Comes With a Price. Impact: The mainstream acceptance of video games led to the rise of eSports, which eventually turned into a billion-dollar industry—so, the next time someone tells you gaming won't pay the bills, remind them of the 16-year-old millionaire pro-gamer!. Fact: Did you know that the first video game was created in 1958? It was called 'Tennis for Two' and ironically, it was way less addictive than Candy Crush!.