NOVEMBER 13, 2012

Full News Archive

• Headline: Advocates Rally for Marriage Equality Expansion. Impact: If same-sex marriage had been legalized earlier, the butterfly effect could have led to a world where unicorns are recognized as valid pets, and rainbows are declared a national currency. Who knew love could destabilize economies and animal classifications?. Fact: Did you know that in some cultures, same-sex relationships have been celebrated for centuries? Meanwhile, in other cultures, they took a few more centuries to catch up. Good job, time travelers!.
• Headline: Facebook’s Identity Crisis and Trust Issues. Impact: The proliferation of fake accounts on Facebook led to increased skepticism about online identities, which caused a surge in the popularity of catfishing. In a twist, this ultimately resulted in a reality TV show about catfishers falling in love with their victims. Thank you, social media!. Fact: Did you know that Facebook's motto used to be 'Move fast and break things'? Clearly, they took that to heart with their user verification process..
• Headline: Steven Sinofsky Exits Microsoft Windows Team. Impact: Steven Sinofsky's departure from Microsoft set off a chain reaction that led to an explosion of memes about Windows updates taking longer than a waiting line at the DMV. Coincidentally, it also inspired an entire generation of IT professionals to pray for the next version to be less of a disaster.. Fact: Did you know that Windows famously has more versions than most soap operas? And yet, somehow, the drama never quite ends!.
• Headline: Democrats Like a Romney Idea on Income Tax. Impact: When Democrats liked a Romney idea, it sent shockwaves through the political landscape, making future politicians question if they should just start recycling ideas from each other instead of pretending to be original. Imagine the debates: 'So, I propose we do what he said, but with a catch!'. Fact: Did you know that political parties flip-flopping on ideas is as old as politics itself? It’s like watching a dance-off where nobody really knows the steps!.