MARCH 28, 2010

Full News Archive

• Headline: Obama's Strategic Appointment Tactics. Impact: By bypassing the Senate, Obama inadvertently sparked a series of events leading to the rise of increasingly bold executive actions. Fast forward a few years, and we have a reality show host claiming the presidency while tweeting at 3 AM. Thanks, Obama!. Fact: Did you know that the Senate process can often feel like a group project where one person does all the work while the others take credit? Yeah, it's that dysfunctional..
• Headline: West Virginia's Historic Final Four Return. Impact: West Virginia's leap into the Final Four sent shockwaves through the sports world, inspiring countless underdogs to believe anything is possible. Little did they know, this would lead to more reality TV shows featuring 'everyday heroes'.. Fact: Fun fact: Jerry West, the legendary player from 1959, is the logo of the NBA. So, if you ever wondered who designed the perfect silhouette for basketball, you're looking at West’s legacy...and probably his hair..
• Headline: Obama's 2010 Afghan Trip on Graft Issues. Impact: Obama's insistence on addressing corruption in Afghanistan might have helped to pave the way for the ultimate 'war on corruption' that led to more memes about politicians taking bribes. Because nothing says 'change' like a meme.. Fact: Did you know that Afghan corruption is often compared to the weather? Everyone talks about it, but it never seems to change. Quite the metaphorical climate..
• Headline: Broadway’s Unlikely Hit Gives Hope to the Bold. Impact: The success of 'Next to Normal' paved the way for a new breed of musicals that dare to tackle mental health issues. Who knew that Broadway would become the next therapy session for those who can't afford one?. Fact: Did you know that musicals can actually generate more emotional responses than therapy? So if you can't afford a therapist, just belt out some show tunes in your shower. It's practically the same thing..
• Headline: Invigorated by Challenges, an Eager Symphony Steps Up. Impact: The San Francisco Symphony's success under Michael Tilson Thomas showed that when you mix a little bit of chaos with ambition, you get a masterpiece. This has since inspired countless orchestras to attempt to replicate the 'chaotic genius' model—often with disastrous results.. Fact: Fun fact: Orchestras are like a really dysfunctional family; they often need a firm hand to keep the chaos from turning into a full-blown battle of the instruments. Who knew violins could be so temperamental?.