NOVEMBER 12, 2009

Full News Archive

• Headline: Challenges of the Social Innovation Office. Impact: If only the White House had known that creating a shiny new office would lead to an avalanche of paperwork, they might have just sent a few emails instead. Who knew bureaucracy could be a full-time job?. Fact: Did you know that nonprofits are basically the superheroes of the economy, but without the cool capes? They just get bogged down in red tape instead..
• Headline: Fashion Roots: Men's Styles of the 1890s. Impact: The fashion choices of the 1890s set off a chain reaction that eventually led to skinny jeans and fanny packs. Thanks a lot, late 19th-century gentlemen!. Fact: Fun fact: The bowler hat was once considered revolutionary, which is hilarious because now it just makes you look like you attended a '90s-themed party..
• Headline: Modeling Masterclass: No Easy Strut. Impact: The catwalk training regimen of today could lead to a future where people are judged by their ability to strut rather than their skills or character. Great, just what we need!. Fact: Did you know that walking on a catwalk is the only time tripping over your own feet is considered an art form? Talk about high stakes!.
• Headline: Among Late-Night Writers, Few Women in the Room. Impact: The lack of women in late-night writing rooms means that future generations might miss out on the jokes about cats and wine that could have changed the world. Truly tragic.. Fact: Did you know that statistically, women are funnier than men? Too bad late-night TV hasn't caught up with that data yet. Maybe one day!.
• Headline: As Shipping Slows, Banks and Carriers Fear Loan Defaults. Impact: The slowdown in shipping may very well lead to a future where we all have to rely on carrier pigeons for our deliveries. Talk about a throwback!. Fact: Fun fact: The global shipping industry is like the world's largest game of Jenga, and when one piece falls, it can take the entire tower down with it. Who needs a bank when you’ve got your own personal shipping crisis?.