NOVEMBER 16, 2009

Full News Archive

• Headline: Challenges in Hasan's Legal Defense. Impact: The defense of Major Hasan led to countless lawyers thinking they could handle any case, ultimately resulting in one man deciding to represent a cat in a custody battle, which became a viral sensation.. Fact: Did you know that defending a high-profile case can actually boost your career? Or, you know, ruin it completely. It's like playing poker with your reputation on the line!.
• Headline: Oscars: A Night of Hollywood Revelry. Impact: The Hollywood dinner where the Oscars were discussed marked the beginning of a trend where celebrities thought they could just eat their way to awards. This has led to an increase in gourmet food-themed awards shows.. Fact: Did you know that the only thing harder than getting an Oscar is getting a reservation at the restaurant where they host the dinner? Clearly, priorities matter!.
• Headline: Art Prices (and Mood) Inch Back Up. Impact: The slight uptick in art prices and mood eventually led to everyone believing they were an art connoisseur, resulting in a dramatic increase in 'art' made from macaroni and glitter at local craft fairs.. Fact: Did you know that the term 'modern art' can mean literally anything? Just throw some paint on a canvas and you might end up in a museum, or at least someone's living room!.
• Headline: MSNBC Presses Obama on Campaign Promises. Impact: MSNBC pressing Obama on his campaign promises became a hallmark of political journalism, leading to a future where politicians fear microphones more than they fear the voting public.. Fact: Did you know that campaign promises are like New Year's resolutions? They often sound good at the time, but by February, everyone's forgotten about them!.