OCTOBER 19, 2010

Full News Archive

• Headline: Kansas Energy Shift: Patriotism Meets Conservation. Impact: This moment sparked a covert alliance between climate skeptics and eco-warriors, leading to the creation of the first 'patriotic solar panel'—which, rumor has it, also has a secret compartment for American flags.. Fact: Kansas might be known for tornadoes, but who knew it would be the birthplace of energy-saving patriotism? Next, they'll be selling energy-efficient windmills shaped like eagles..
• Headline: Women's Hedge Fund Controversy Uncovered. Impact: This hedge fund debacle caused a ripple effect in the financial world, inspiring a new trend of men claiming to be women to impress investors—next up, a hedge fund led by 'unicorns' and 'time travelers'.. Fact: This situation raises the age-old question: if a hedge fund is run by women but financed by a man, is it still a feminist victory or just a really weird episode of 'The Apprentice'?.
• Headline: Half-Dozen N.Y. Races May Help G.O.P. Win House. Impact: The GOP's hope to win House seats during this time set off a chain reaction of political strategizing that eventually led to the invention of the 'spin doctor'—a highly trained professional in the art of making the unpalatable sound delicious.. Fact: Who knew that the fate of the House could hinge on the popularity of a president? It’s like betting on who will win a game of musical chairs, only the chairs are made of ego..
• Headline: Officials Push to Bolster Law on Wiretapping. Impact: This push for stronger wiretapping laws dropped a pebble into the pond of privacy rights, eventually leading to the creation of smart devices that listen to your every word—thank you, officials, for making eavesdropping a household pastime!. Fact: Telecommunications upgrades are just corporate jargon for 'we're making it harder for you to figure out how we invade your privacy'. Next, they’ll be selling tickets to listen in on your conversations..