SEPTEMBER 11, 2011

Full News Archive

• Headline: Djokovic's Epic Comeback Against Federer. Impact: If Djokovic hadn't rallied back, Federer might have retired early, and tennis would have been a less dramatic soap opera than it is today. Imagine a world where we never had to witness Federer’s bewildered expressions or Djokovic's post-match antics.. Fact: Did you know that tennis balls were originally white? But hey, who needs visible balls when you can have a confusing rainbow of neon colors?.
• Headline: Williams Returns to Grand Slam Final Joyfully. Impact: Serena’s joyful advance to the final not only solidified her status as a tennis legend but also sparked a global movement for 'joyful tennis'—which has yet to yield any actual results, but at least it sounds nice.. Fact: Fun fact: Serena Williams has more Grand Slam titles than most countries have Olympic medals. Talk about winning at life!.
• Headline: Ten Years Since 9/11: Remembering Together. Impact: The remembrance of 9/11 has turned into a global ritual, where every anniversary, we collectively remember to be cautious of our own governments. A classic case of 'never forget' becoming a bureaucratic slogan.. Fact: Did you know that the 9/11 memorial includes two reflecting pools that mark the footprints of the Twin Towers? It's a poignant reminder that sometimes, the biggest impact comes from the spaces left empty..
• Headline: A Journey of Heroism That Led to the Towers. Impact: The opera 'Heart of a Soldier' tried to weave a narrative around heroism and tragedy, but it also inadvertently gave rise to a billion dramatic interpretations of soldier stories in pop culture. Thank you, opera, for the excessive melodrama!. Fact: Did you know that opera singers can hit notes high enough to shatter glass? That’s right, they can literally bring down the house—just not always in a good way..