SEPTEMBER 30, 2012

Full News Archive

• Headline: Xi Jinping's Early Political maneuvers. Impact: Xi Jinping's early political maneuvers in rural China set off a chain reaction leading to a global fascination with Chinese leadership styles, which ultimately resulted in countless articles and memes about how to effectively rule a nation with an iron fist while wearing a tailored suit.. Fact: Did you know that Xi Jinping's favorite pastimes include hiking and reading? The latter probably helps him come up with new ways to 'inspire' the masses!.
• Headline: Romney's Energy Policy Shift Explained. Impact: Romney's pivot to the right on energy was like a pebble tossed into a pond—suddenly, it made waves that reached all the way to his presidential campaign, affecting the way candidates approach environmental issues to this day. Who knew oil drilling could be such a slippery slope?. Fact: Did you know that Mitt Romney once owned a car elevator? Clearly, that was his way of saying he was above the rest of us—literally and figuratively!.
• Headline: Reintegration of Disabled Citizens in Georgia. Impact: The reintegration of disabled citizens in Georgia marked a turning point that rippled through the decades, eventually leading to the rise of disability rights movements worldwide. Who knew that advocating for basic human rights could take so long?. Fact: Did you know that over 60% of disabled people in the U.S. are unemployed? Maybe they should just start a job placement service for politicians—clearly, they could use the help!.
• Headline: Greek-Spanish Pension Split Illustrates Europe’s Dilemma. Impact: Greece's pension cuts and Spain's payouts created a soap opera of economic dilemmas that continues to unfold, with each episode leaving viewers on the edge of their seats wondering if Europe will ever get its act together. Spoiler alert: it won't.. Fact: Did you know that the only thing crazier than European pension politics is trying to explain it to someone who doesn't follow the news? It's like trying to teach a cat to fetch..
• Headline: Turning Up the Volume on Global Poverty. Impact: The Global Citizen Festival sparked a movement where concerts became a vehicle for social change, proving that you can fight poverty with a guitar riff and a catchy chorus. Who would have thought rock stars could be so... philanthropic?. Fact: Did you know that Neil Young has been known to fight for environmental causes? Clearly, he's living proof that rock 'n' roll and saving the planet can go hand in hand—just as long as you don't ask him to play 'Heart of Gold' for the millionth time!.