APRIL 7, 2010

Full News Archive

• Headline: The Power of No in Healthcare. Impact: This whole 'power of no' thing inadvertently led to an entire generation of people saying no to their responsibilities, thus creating a boom in online cat video viewership. Coincidence? I think not.. Fact: Did you know that saying 'no' can actually make you feel empowered? So, to all the health care providers out there—no more unnecessary procedures, like those awkward annual exams nobody really enjoys!.
• Headline: Palestinian Nonviolent Resistance Efforts. Impact: When the Palestinian Authority decided to go nonviolent, it sparked a global trend in peaceful protests—leading to the rise of hipster movements, yoga retreats, and countless Instagram accounts dedicated to 'mindful resistance.'. Fact: Did you know that the phrase 'nonviolent resistance' was actually coined long before it became a trendy hashtag? Thanks for stealing that, social media!.
• Headline: Sharpe James: Mayor to Inmate Transition. Impact: Sharpe James getting off a Greyhound became a metaphor for falling from grace. It inspired countless motivational speeches about resilience—while simultaneously reminding everyone that public transport is still a thing.. Fact: Fun fact: Greyhound buses are the original ride-sharing service. Just without the fancy app or the promise of a clean backseat!.
• Headline: Ensnared by Error on Growing U.S. Watch List. Impact: As watchlists grew, so did the paranoia; leading to a new era where people started to believe that their grocery lists were secretly being monitored—resulting in absurd choices like kale over chocolate.. Fact: Did you know that the term 'watch list' was originally meant for people who owed money? Imagine being on that list for buying too many avocados!.