AUGUST 25, 2009

Full News Archive

• Headline: China Surges in Solar Market Dominance. Impact: If China hadn't ramped up solar production, we might all still be squinting at candles while waiting for the next oil crisis. Who knew that cheap loans and labor could lead to a world where we actually care about climate change? We can thank those solar panels for preventing a zombie apocalypse by keeping our power on long enough to binge-watch survival shows.. Fact: Did you know that in 2021, solar energy became the cheapest form of electricity in history? Meanwhile, the U.S. was still arguing about whether the Earth was flat..
• Headline: Crowdfunding Revolutionizes Artistic Support. Impact: The rise of crowdfunding for artists was a true turning point; who knew that a few bucks from your couch could lead to the next big blockbuster? In a parallel universe, we might be stuck watching only Hollywood blockbusters instead of indie gems, all because someone decided to chip in five dollars to a weird film about talking cats.. Fact: Fun fact: Kickstarter has funded over 200,000 projects. That's a lot of 'what was I thinking?' moments waiting to happen!.
• Headline: Giuliani Considers Governor Run in 2010. Impact: Giuliani's potential run may have set off a chain reaction of 'why not me?' moments for every disgruntled citizen with a Twitter account. Who knows, his bid could have inspired a future where everyone thinks they can run for office, leading to a reality show called 'Survivor: Political Edition.'. Fact: Did you know that running for office is now a popular pastime? It's like a game of Monopoly, but with real consequences and fewer plastic hotels!.
• Headline: Calm, but Moved to Be Heard on Health Care. Impact: The health care discussions showed us that calm voices can sway opinions. Imagine if every political debate were more like a yoga class—no shouting, just deep breathing and downward-facing dog. We might have all reached enlightenment by now.. Fact: In 2020, a global pandemic made health care discussions a literal matter of life and death. Who knew that 'calm' would suddenly become a superpower?.
• Headline: Obama to Nominate Bernanke to 2nd Term at Fed. Impact: Bernanke's second nomination could be seen as an attempt to stabilize the economy—if only he had a crystal ball to tell us about the next market crash! Instead, he was like the economic version of the cat that always lands on its feet... until it didn't.. Fact: Did you know Bernanke was awarded an honorary degree for his work? Maybe they should hand out degrees for surviving economic crises too!.