JANUARY 2, 2012

Full News Archive

• Headline: The Online Piracy Legislation Debate. Impact: If only Congress had focused on regulating pizza delivery instead of piracy, we might have a thriving pizza economy and no one would ever need to download a movie again. Thanks, Congress.. Fact: Did you know that the first recorded instance of someone getting in trouble for piracy involved a 17th-century pirate named 'Calico Jack'? Spoiler: He didn't make it to the sequel..
• Headline: Euro Zone Faces Austerity Measures Amid Crisis. Impact: Austerity measures across Europe led to an influx of hipster cafes and artisanal bread. Who knew economic collapse would make sourdough so trendy?. Fact: Fun fact: The term 'austerity' comes from the Greek word for 'bitter.' Apparently, they knew something we didn’t about economic policies..
• Headline: Iowa's Crucial Caucus Season. Impact: The Iowa caucuses became the ultimate reality show, turning politics into a circus. Little did they know, this would lead to the rise of influencers who think they can run for public office too.. Fact: Did you know that the Iowa caucus is the first event in the presidential primary season? Talk about putting the 'fun' in dysfunctional politics!.
• Headline: Acting Out War’s Inner Wounds. Impact: Matthew Pennington's acting role could have sparked a new therapeutic trend: Hollywood therapy, where you pretend to be a war hero instead of actually dealing with your problems. Who needs therapy when you can wear a costume?. Fact: Fun fact: The concept of using acting as therapy dates back to ancient Greece. So, Matthew is basically doing what the Greeks did, minus the togas!.