JANUARY 8, 2012

Full News Archive

• Headline: Iraq's Controversial Terrorism Confessions. Impact: This spectacle of justice paved the way for reality TV courtroom shows in the future. Imagine if the Kardashians had taken a law degree! Thanks, Iraq, for the inspiration.. Fact: Did you know that parading confessions on TV is not a new phenomenon? It's just like your uncle at family gatherings, revealing all your childhood secrets for a laugh..
• Headline: Drone Strike Pause Boosts Militants in Pakistan. Impact: The lull in drone strikes allowed militants to regroup, leading to a resurgence that would eventually inspire countless action movies, proving that sometimes, 'taking a break' can result in a sequel no one wanted.. Fact: Fun fact: the pause in drone strikes was like giving a toddler a timeout—sometimes it just gives them more time to get into trouble!.
• Headline: Young, Obese and in Surgery. Impact: The rise of surgical interventions for obesity in youth opened a Pandora's box of health debates, leading to a future where every meal is scrutinized as if it's auditioning for 'Survivor: Kitchen Edition'.. Fact: Did you know that Lap-Band surgery is not just a diet plan? It’s also the name of a new trendy band that plays exclusively at weight-loss seminars!.
• Headline: Romney Eludes Rivals’ Attacks at Republican Debate in N.H.. Impact: Romney's ability to dodge attacks gracefully created a template for future politicians, proving that sometimes the best strategy is to just show up and hope no one notices you’re not really saying anything.. Fact: Did you know that political debates are basically the adult version of dodgeball? You just hope to avoid getting hit while pretending to play the game!.