MAY 14, 2010

Full News Archive

• Headline: Banking Crisis Settlement Discussions Heat Up. Impact: The chaos surrounding the banks' potential wrongdoing set off a chain reaction of lawsuits that ultimately led to the formation of a new reality TV show called 'Bankrupt or Bankrolled,' where contestants guess which bank is going belly-up next. Spoiler: They all lose.. Fact: In case you were wondering, legal experts have the same odds of being right as a coin flip. So, good luck with that settlement!.
• Headline: Twice Accused: The Rusty Sabich Trial. Impact: Scott Turow's return of Rusty Sabich sparked a revival in 90s nostalgia, leading to a resurgence of interest in fedoras and bad hairstyles. This ultimately caused a significant uptick in the sales of 'retro' legal thrillers, proving that some things truly never die, even if they should.. Fact: Did you know that 'Presumed Innocent' was actually the first courtroom drama to feature a judge with a questionable haircut? Some say it was prophetic!.
• Headline: Boulder, Colo., a Magnet for High-Tech Start-Ups. Impact: Boulder's rise as a tech haven inspired a series of 'Extreme Start-Up' competitions where entrepreneurs are dropped in the wilderness and must pitch their ideas to bears. Surprisingly, the bears are more receptive than most investors.. Fact: Did you know that Boulder has more sunny days than the average tech start-up's chances of survival? Coincidence? I think not!.
• Headline: Size of Oil Spill Underestimated, Scientists Say. Impact: The underestimated oil spill led to an unexpected spike in the popularity of eco-friendly products, as people furiously Googled 'how to help without actually doing anything.' This ultimately resulted in a new wellness trend called 'Eco-therapeutic Napping,' where people nap guilt-free while dreaming of saving the planet.. Fact: Did you know that scientists have a knack for estimating things incorrectly? It’s almost like they enjoy keeping the public on their toes—or just really love their math errors!.