APRIL 11, 2012

Full News Archive

• Headline: The Politics Behind Tax Code Decisions. Impact: This headline sparked a chain reaction leading to countless hours of taxpayers arguing over receipts, while accountants everywhere celebrated with 'I told you so' parties. Eventually, it led to the rise of online tax filing services, where you can now procrastinate your taxes right from your couch.. Fact: Did you know that the tax code is so complicated it could probably be used as a torture device? Just try explaining it to someone who’s never seen a W-2..
• Headline: Santorum Exits Race, Romney Advances. Impact: Rick's exit may have seemed trivial at the time, but it sent shockwaves through the GOP, leading to the emergence of endless debates over whether a moderate can truly be a Republican. Spoiler alert: they can't.. Fact: Did you know that Santorum’s campaign was the political equivalent of a participation trophy? He got to run, but no one really cared about the outcome..
• Headline: Lenders Target Risky Borrowers Again. Impact: Lenders flirting with risky clients brought back the age-old ‘let's make the same mistakes again’ game. This eventually led to the 2008 financial crisis sequel no one asked for, proving that history is just one big loop of bad decisions.. Fact: Did you know that lending to risky clients is like dating someone who has 'issues'? It’s all fun and games until they take your heart— and your money— with them..
• Headline: Facebook Plays Offense and Defense in a Single Deal. Impact: This deal was the starting gun for Silicon Valley’s wild shopping spree, where startups became the new collectible action figures. It’s like the tech equivalent of Pokémon: gotta catch 'em all, even if it bankrupts you.. Fact: Did you know that in Silicon Valley, buying a startup is just as common as buying coffee? Except the coffee is more reliable and doesn’t require an exit strategy..