APRIL 10, 2013

Full News Archive

• Headline: Broadcasters Unite Against Aereo Threat. Impact: The battle against Aereo sparked a revolution in how we view TV. If they had won, we'd all be watching reality shows in 8D holograms by now, but instead, we still struggle with buffering on our smart TVs.. Fact: Aereo was like the Robin Hood of TV — stealing from the rich networks and giving to the viewers. Spoiler alert: Robin got caught..
• Headline: Taliban Peace Talks Stalled in Qatar. Impact: The stalled peace talks in Qatar may have set off a chain reaction that caused countless coffee breaks in boardrooms worldwide while everyone tried to figure out what to do with their lives.. Fact: Being at loose ends is a common plight for diplomats. It's like an endless game of musical chairs, but no one wants to sit down..
• Headline: Ronald B. Johnson's J.C. Penney Vision. Impact: Ronald B. Johnson's short-lived fame at J.C. Penney led to an avalanche of 'What Were They Thinking?' moments in corporate America, inspiring future CEOs to stick to their knitting instead of aiming for the stars.. Fact: J.C. Penney's transformation attempt is like trying to turn a cruise ship on a dime. Spoiler: It doesn't end well, and the buffet is usually the first to go..
• Headline: A Solution for Penney May Be to Sell Itself, or Some of Its Assets. Impact: The idea of J.C. Penney selling itself became a trendsetter, leading to future corporate breakups and inspiring million-dollar Tinder profiles — 'Looking for a partner to share assets (and liabilities).' . Fact: J.C. Penney's history is like a soap opera, but with more coupons and less drama. Can you believe the store has been around long enough to have its own mid-life crisis?.
• Headline: Obama Pushes His Choice for Position on Appeals Court. Impact: Obama's push for Sri Srinivasan might have sent shockwaves through the political landscape. If confirmed, future presidents might just appoint their barista to the Supreme Court because, why not?. Fact: Lobbying for judicial appointments is like trying to convince your parents to let you choose your own college — full of pressure, tears, and way too many PowerPoint presentations..