JUNE 27, 2009

Full News Archive

• Headline: Queens Farm: A Historic Urban Oasis. Impact: If that farm hadn't decided to keep its colonial roots while surrounded by skyscrapers, who knows? We might have ended up with goat-themed skyscrapers instead of just a quaint farm. Imagine the architectural possibilities!. Fact: Did you know that goats are actually great at yoga? No wonder they keep coming back to this farm—they're just there to stretch!.
• Headline: James Frey's New Young Adult Novel Series. Impact: Had Frey not ventured into the world of young adult literature, we might never have seen an explosion of teenage angst novels that lead to an entire generation of readers who just want to escape reality. Thanks, James!. Fact: Did you know that 'I Am Number Four' is not just a title but also a reminder of how many times James Frey has had to reinvent himself?.
• Headline: Albany's Political Stagnation Explained. Impact: The inertia of Albany's legislature could very well be the reason we now have entire generations who believe voting is just a fancy way to pick the least offensive option. So, thank you, Albany, for the apathy!. Fact: Did you know that Albany's motto could easily be 'Why bother?' If only they put as much effort into governance as they do into avoiding accountability!.
• Headline: In Chelsea, Art Intersects With Reality of Iranian Conflict. Impact: This art exhibit might just be the catalyst for a future where more people understand the complexities of Iranian culture, leading to fewer geopolitical misunderstandings. Or it might just lead to more hipsters discussing the meaning of art over overpriced coffee.. Fact: Did you know that art and reality often intersect at coffee shops? It's where the real discussions happen—like how to properly pronounce 'Iran.'.
• Headline: Tiger Woods, Sporadic Gamer. Impact: If Tiger Woods had embraced his inner gamer full-time, we might be living in a world where professional gaming is seen as a legitimate career, and golf courses are replaced with eSports arenas. The future is now!. Fact: Did you know that 'sporadic gamer' is just a fancy way of saying Tiger plays video games between rounds of golf? Perhaps he's just trying to unlock the secret level of parenthood!.