OCTOBER 13, 2012

Full News Archive

• Headline: Stephanie Cutter's Bold Campaign Strategy. Impact: Stephanie Cutter's rise to prominence led to a world where political campaigns became increasingly reliant on attack ads, making it impossible to watch TV without feeling like you were in a battlefield. Ironically, her approach became the blueprint for future political messengers—who might as well be armed with a sniper rifle instead of talking points.. Fact: Did you know that if you took a shot every time a political ad aired, you'd either be a drunk or a political junkie? Either way, you'd have a great time — just not a great candidate!.
• Headline: Yankees Clinch ALCS Spot Over Orioles. Impact: The Yankees' victory contributed to the ongoing rivalry with the Tigers, which inadvertently sparked a series of increasingly extravagant baseball-themed reality shows. Yes, if the Yankees hadn't won, we might've avoided 'Real Baseball Wives of the Bronx'.. Fact: Did you know that C. C. Sabathia, despite being an ace pitcher, also has a knack for making pizza? Guess he can serve up slices on and off the field!.
• Headline: Armstrong Aide Talks of Doping and Price Paid. Impact: Emma O'Reilly's revelations about doping practices led to a greater scrutiny of not just cycling, but all sports, resulting in the birth of an entire generation of conspiracy theorists convinced that even chess players are secretly using performance enhancers.. Fact: Did you know the only thing more complex than the Tour de France routes are the lies cyclists tell about their training regimens? Spoiler: They involve a lot of pizza and questionable supplements..
• Headline: Ex-Workers at Firm Tied to Pharmacy Had Safety Fears. Impact: The meningitis outbreak prompted stricter regulations in the pharmaceutical industry, resulting in a world where pharmacists are now more likely to wear lab coats than lab rats. Who knew safety could be the mother of innovation?. Fact: Did you know that the only thing more contagious than meningitis is the paranoia that follows a public health scare? It's like a game of telephone, but with less fun and more lawsuits..