JULY 27, 2013

Full News Archive

• Headline: De Blasio's Call for NYC Focus. Impact: Bill de Blasio's vocalization on city issues sparked a butterfly effect that led to a nationwide trend where every politician, regardless of relevance, felt the need to weigh in on local matters. Suddenly, a congressperson from Nebraska was lecturing New Yorkers on their subway etiquette. Thanks a lot, Bill.. Fact: Bill de Blasio once made headlines for his 'tall guy' status. Turns out, being 6'5" doesn’t necessarily translate to being a good mayor, but it does help in reaching the top shelf for those elusive policy books..
• Headline: Challenges in America's Cup Preparations. Impact: The death of a sailor at the America’s Cup triggered a series of events that led to stricter safety regulations in sailing, which then led to a boom in the 'sailing safety' merchandise market. Who knew life jackets could be so stylish?. Fact: The America’s Cup is the oldest international sporting trophy, yet it remains the only trophy that can actually sink if not handled properly. Talk about adding insult to injury!.
• Headline: A Trail of Masterpieces and a Web of Lies, Leading to Anguish. Impact: The theft of those seven masterpieces set off a chain reaction of art heists that inspired the heist genre in film and literature, ultimately leading to more people thinking they could pull off the perfect crime. Spoiler: They couldn't.. Fact: The criminal genius behind the art theft had a penchant for dramatic flair—he left behind a calling card that read, 'Art is subjective, but theft is an art.'.
• Headline: Quiet Rivalry Over the Next Fed Leader Comes Out of the Shadows. Impact: The public anticipation surrounding the next Fed leader created a wave of political engagement that inadvertently led to a surge in financial literacy among the masses, causing many to wonder why they had ever thought investing in Beanie Babies was a good idea.. Fact: The Federal Reserve is often called the 'Fed'—a name that implies it’s friendly and welcoming, like a neighborhood coffee shop. But in reality, it’s more like a high-stakes poker game where everyone is bluffing and nobody knows the rules..