AUGUST 17, 2012

Full News Archive

• Headline: Co-Chief of Restoration Hardware Resigns. Impact: This scandal opened the floodgates for workplaces everywhere to introduce 'no dating your boss' policies, leading to a whole new genre of HR training videos filled with awkward scenarios.. Fact: Did you know that workplace romances have been around since the dawn of time? It’s a wonder the dinosaurs didn’t have a 'no dating your fellow T-Rex' policy..
• Headline: New York Democrats Abandon Convention Plans. Impact: By skipping the convention, these Democrats inadvertently opened the door for new campaign strategies—like social media influencers endorsing them. Now we have politicians taking selfies with puppies and calling it 'grassroots engagement.'. Fact: Did you know that skipping conventions is just another form of political strategy? It’s like saying, 'I’m too cool for this party, but please still vote for me!'.
• Headline: Romney Says He Paid at Least 13% in Income Taxes. Impact: Romney's tax comments sparked a national obsession with celebrity tax returns, leading to a bizarre trend where Americans began filing their taxes like they were auditioning for a reality show.. Fact: Did you know that politicians and their taxes are like a bad magic trick? You think you know what's happening, but it’s all just smoke and mirrors—'Now you see my tax return, now you don't!'.
• Headline: U.S. Reliance on Oil From Saudi Arabia Is Growing Again. Impact: The growing reliance on Saudi oil propelled the U.S. into a decades-long relationship filled with awkward diplomatic dinners and an increasing number of memes about oil dependency.. Fact: Did you know that the U.S. has been in this oil tango with Saudi Arabia for so long that they probably have a joint Netflix account? 'Oil and Chill' should be their new slogan!.