APRIL 6, 2013

Full News Archive

• Headline: Giulio Cesare Reimagined at The Met. Impact: Had the opera not cast Romans as British imperialists, it might have sparked a global movement to interpret all historical figures through the lens of modern fashion trends, resulting in a world where Julius Caesar is remembered more for his sense of style than his political maneuvers.. Fact: You know, because the Romans definitely had a thing for jodhpurs. Who knew that fashion could change the course of history?.
• Headline: U.S. Pushes China on North Korea Actions. Impact: This moment was the first domino in a chain reaction that ultimately led to an increase in U.S. military presence in Asia, which somehow became a reality show competition to see who could build the most impressive military base. Spoiler alert: it’s still ongoing.. Fact: Fun fact: 'Please do something about North Korea or we'll bring our military to your backyard' was actually a failed tagline for a sitcom in the early 2000s..
• Headline: Tragedy Strikes at Aintree Racecourse. Impact: The tragic deaths at the Grand National led to increased scrutiny of horse racing safety, sparking a movement that ultimately resulted in rigorous safety standards. Ironically, this made horse racing much safer, while simultaneously increasing the likelihood that humans would continue to make poor choices in thrill-seeking activities.. Fact: Not to be morbid, but horses are actually quite resilient. They just choose to throw themselves over fences that look like they belong in a horror movie..
• Headline: Video Reviews Can Be Accidental Game Changers. Impact: This revelation about video reviews changed the dynamics of basketball games and led to the invention of the 'strategic timeout', which is now a staple in the playbook of every coach who’s ever run out of ideas.. Fact: Did you know that the first time a review was introduced, it was just an elaborate excuse for coaches to catch their breath and check their Twitter feeds?.
• Headline: In Connecticut, New Firearms Limits Faced Uphill Fight. Impact: The aftermath of Sandy Hook ignited a national debate on gun control that became a continuous loop of political back-and-forth, resulting in a new sport: watching lawmakers dodge meaningful change like it's dodgeball.. Fact: Despite the uphill fight, Connecticut legislators still managed to produce more press releases than actual legislation. It's truly an art form..