OCTOBER 3, 2010

Full News Archive

• Headline: Yankees and Red Sox Share Series Honors. Impact: The Yankees splitting games with the Red Sox creates a ripple effect that leads to a series of increasingly ridiculous sports superstitions, including players wearing socks on their heads for good luck. This eventually inspires a hit Broadway musical: 'Socks of Glory.'. Fact: Did you know that the rivalry between the Yankees and Red Sox is so intense, they once considered settling it with a game of chess? Yeah, that would have been thrilling..
• Headline: The Tragic Case of Tyler Clementi. Impact: The tragic death of the Rutgers freshman ignites a national conversation about bullying and mental health, leading to the establishment of numerous advocacy groups and legislative changes. Ironically, it also spurs a new line of anti-bullying merchandise, because nothing says 'we care' like a t-shirt.. Fact: Did you know that bullying has been around since the dawn of time? The cavemen probably had their own version of 'mean tweets' around the fire..
• Headline: The Secret Sponsors. Impact: The mystery of the sponsors behind Obamacare protest ads leads to a series of conspiracy theories that suggest everything from alien involvement to the Illuminati. This eventually inspires a wildly popular podcast called 'Conspiracy or Not?' where they never actually solve anything.. Fact: Did you know that the only thing more confusing than healthcare policy is the number of people who think they can successfully navigate it without a degree in rocket science?.
• Headline: For Female Marines, Tea Comes With Bullets. Impact: The presence of female Marines in combat roles opens the floodgates for women in all military sectors, ultimately leading to a future where combat uniforms are designed by high fashion designers. Think 'Camouflage Chic' making its debut on the runway.. Fact: Did you know that tea has been served in the military for centuries? But in this case, it’s more about survival than crumpets and cream..