JULY 16, 2011

Full News Archive

• Headline: Pia Sundhage's Impact on U.S. Soccer. Impact: Pia Sundhage's laid-back coaching style led to the rise of 'soccer karaoke' as a pre-game ritual, resulting in a global phenomenon where teams now compete in singing contests instead of traditional warm-ups. Who knew belting out a ballad could be as crucial as perfecting a penalty kick?. Fact: Did you know that singing can actually improve team cohesion? So, if you ever wondered why your office never wins at bowling night, maybe you all just need a good tune!.
• Headline: Safer Cribs Regulation Implemented. Impact: The new crib regulations inadvertently sparked a DIY crib revolution. Parents began crafting cribs from everything they could find, leading to a spike in Pinterest injuries as people tried to turn their living rooms into modern design studios. Who knew 'safety' could be so dangerous?. Fact: Fun fact: The first cribs were made from wood and rope. Thankfully, we’ve come a long way since parents used to tie their babies in with a good old fashioned knot!.
• Headline: Budget Talks Stalemate Prompts New Strategies. Impact: The budget talks stalling led to an unexpected rise in citizen political activism. People decided that if Congress couldn’t figure it out, why not just take matters into their own hands and start a 'Budget Karaoke' night? Because, clearly, singing about fiscal responsibility is the new trend.. Fact: Did you know that Congress has been known to take breaks to discuss lunch more than actual budgets? Guess they really believe in 'you are what you eat' when it comes to fiscal policy!.
• Headline: In the East Village, Waiting for the Wrecking Ball. Impact: The demolition of those buildings marked the end of an era in the East Village, but it also fueled a renaissance of hipster coffee shops and artisanal toast places. Because, clearly, anything that can be marketed as 'vintage' is worth saving, right?. Fact: Interestingly, each demolished building could have held at least three more overpriced avocado toast eateries. Just think of all the brunches we lost!.
• Headline: Misery Follows as Somalis Try to Flee Hunger. Impact: The humanitarian crisis led to a global awareness of food shortages, sparking the rise of organic farming and a new wave of vegan influencers. Who knew that a drought could lead to an Instagram feed full of kale smoothies?. Fact: Fun fact: It takes about 1,800 gallons of water to produce one pound of beef. So the next time you’re munching on a burger, just remember—you're also consuming a small lake!.