APRIL 9, 2010

Full News Archive

• Headline: Harlem Art School's Financial Downfall. Impact: The Harlem School of the Arts closing prompted a series of unfortunate events, leading to a wave of artists discovering that starving in their studios was way cheaper than paying rent. Thus, the modern art movement was born—thank you, tax files!. Fact: Did you know that the Harlem School of the Arts was once a thriving hub for creativity? Now it's a cautionary tale in the annals of 'How to Ruin an Arts Institution 101.'.
• Headline: Glenn Tilton's Airline Merger Strategy. Impact: The futile attempts of Glenn F. Tilton to save his airline led to the rise of low-cost carriers. If only he had thought to just sell snacks instead of flights, he might have found success in the food industry!. Fact: Did you know that airline executives have the highest rates of stress-related illnesses? Well, when your job is trying to keep a sinking ship afloat, who wouldn't be stressed?.
• Headline: No Survivors Found After West Virginia Mine Disaster. Impact: The West Virginia mine disaster led to stricter safety regulations in mining. Ironically, this meant miners would have to be more cautious while digging their own graves—just not the literal ones.. Fact: Did you know that this disaster was one of the deadliest in U.S. history? It's a stark reminder that the price of coal is not just measured in dollars but in lives..
• Headline: A Frisky Korean Colt in the Pony Car Corral. Impact: The Hyundai Genesis Coupe's popularity among young people led to a spike in caffeine consumption, as they took on extra jobs to afford their dream car. This, in turn, fueled the coffee shop boom across the nation.. Fact: Did you know that the Hyundai Genesis Coupe was marketed as a 'frisky' car? I guess they were trying to attract the 'wild' demographic—because nothing says 'adventure' like a car payment!.