APRIL 11, 2013

Full News Archive

• Headline: Celebrity Swatting Incidents Explained. Impact: This ‘swatting’ phenomenon led to the creation of a whole new genre of online security measures, making future pranksters realize they could also be ‘swatted’ right back... into jail. Who knew a bad joke could result in a full-blown police response?. Fact: Did you know that swatting is so serious it can lead to felony charges? So, next time you think about pranking someone, remember: the joke's on you if you end up in handcuffs!.
• Headline: Rift Over GMOs in Nutrition Panel Debate. Impact: The rift over food labeling sparked debates that made people question everything they eat, leading to a generation of label readers who can pronounce ‘quinoa’ but still can’t find their way out of a supermarket.. Fact: Did you know that the word 'quinoa' is actually derived from the Incan word for 'mother grain'? Too bad it won't help you in the grocery store aisle!.
• Headline: Gold, Long a Secure Investment, Loses Its Luster. Impact: Gold’s value drop sent panic through investors, leading to a frantic rush for cryptocurrencies, which in turn caused a new wave of 'experts' who thought they could predict the next Bitcoin rise based on their astrological signs.. Fact: Did you know that gold was once considered so valuable that it was literally used as currency? Now it just sits there, glimmering, like a forgotten trophy on a dusty shelf..
• Headline: Sometimes, Riders Find a Cabby Worth Praising. Impact: The rare praise for cabbies likely inspired a wave of ‘good driver’ stickers, which ultimately led to a reality show where the best cab drivers compete for the title of ‘King of the Cabbies’—because who doesn’t want to watch that?. Fact: Did you know that in New York City, taxi drivers have to pass a test that includes a section on landmarks? It’s like a mini version of ‘The Amazing Race’ but with more honking!.