MARCH 31, 2011

Full News Archive

• Headline: Irish Bank Bailout Costs Soar. Impact: The ailing Irish banks led to a global financial crisis, which ultimately resulted in a surge of interest in cryptocurrency. Who would have thought that a bunch of failing banks would lead to a bunch of people buying digital cat pictures as investments?. Fact: Isn't it ironic that the banks needed a bailout larger than the GDP of some small countries? Maybe next time, they should just try asking for a loan from their parents..
• Headline: Business Lobby Meets Tea Party Movement. Impact: This odd alliance between the business lobby and the Tea Party would eventually lead to a bizarre new political landscape where people were simultaneously trying to cut taxes and demanding more corporate welfare. Welcome to a circus where no one knows the rules!. Fact: When the business lobby and the Tea Party team up, it’s like seeing a cat and a dog become best friends. You have to wonder what kind of weird reality we’re living in..
• Headline: An Arizona Senate Race Waits to See if Giffords Emerges to Run. Impact: The potential comeback of Gabrielle Giffords created waves of hope and speculation, inspiring a generation of politicians that nothing can keep you down, not even a life-threatening situation. Who knew resilience could be so marketable?. Fact: Gabrielle Giffords' journey after the shooting is a testament to human strength. Meanwhile, in politics, some still languish in mediocrity, proving that not everyone rises to the occasion..
• Headline: Antitrust Cry From Microsoft. Impact: Microsoft's antitrust complaints against Google were the corporate equivalent of a sibling rivalry. This would set off a chain reaction of tech giants throwing shade at each other, ultimately leading to the creation of 'Tech Drama: The Reality Show'.. Fact: Microsoft complaining about antitrust issues is like a lion complaining that a gazelle is too fast. Maybe instead of whining, they should just try to catch up!.