JANUARY 10, 2013

Full News Archive

• Headline: Chávez's Inauguration Amid Health Crisis. Impact: Chávez's health crisis and sash-led inauguration sent ripples across the Latin American political landscape, leading to a newfound appreciation for sashes as symbols of power. Who knew accessories could be so influential?. Fact: Fun fact: Sashes have been used in politics for centuries, often to cover up who’s really in charge. Spoiler alert: It’s usually the person wearing the sash..
• Headline: From England, Fashion’s Latest Darling. Impact: Rita Ora's rise to fashion stardom caused a ripple effect that sparked a global trend of 'carefree' styles, leading to a decade where people thought wearing pajama pants in public was chic. Thanks, Rita, for lowering the bar!. Fact: Did you know that 'carefree' style is just a nice way of saying 'I woke up like this'? You could be a fashion icon too, if you just stop caring and start wearing!.
• Headline: New York Is Moving Quickly to Enact Tough Curbs on Guns. Impact: New York's tough gun controls became the first domino in a chain reaction of state-level debates, leading to an era where every coffee shop had a 'Gun Control Discussion' corner, complete with free Wi-Fi and heated debates.. Fact: Did you know that New York City has more gun laws than actual guns? Just kidding, but it sure feels that way sometimes. More regulations, less ammo—sounds like a perfect plan!.