MARCH 18, 2012

Full News Archive

• Headline: Debate on Confronting Iran Intensifies. Impact: This debate over Iran led to an unexpected surge in 'How to Make Friends and Influence People' seminars among politicians, proving that sometimes all it takes to avoid conflict is a well-timed compliment and a good pastry.. Fact: Did you know that the word 'hawk' comes from a time when people literally believed birds of prey were the best negotiators? Spoiler: They weren't..
• Headline: The Rise of Hunger Games Hype. Impact: The marketing success of 'Hunger Games' led to an explosion of dystopian films, which eventually caused a shortage of feel-good movies. Thanks to this, we now live in a world where laughter is considered a rare commodity.. Fact: Did you know that 'Hunger Games' was almost titled 'Let’s Just Make It Really Awkward'? Because who doesn’t love a little cringe with their entertainment?.
• Headline: A Wave of Military Memoirs With You-Are-There Appeal. Impact: These military memoirs sparked a renaissance of people pretending to have heroic backstories, resulting in a wave of motivational quotes that now clutter every social media platform. Thank you, brave soldiers, for inspiring the average Joe to flex their imaginary muscles.. Fact: Did you know that the most heroic act some military memoir authors have performed is successfully avoiding writing a sequel? A true testament to their bravery!.
• Headline: You Need a Rubens? Sorry, Sold. Impact: The high-profile sale of art at fairs like Maastricht inadvertently led to a global increase in people claiming their child's finger paintings are 'masterpieces.' The art world now struggles to distinguish between true genius and, well, a toddler with a crayon.. Fact: Did you know that Rubens painted over 400 works? At that rate, he must have had the art equivalent of a coffee addiction, because who needs sleep when you can create masterpieces?.