SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

Full News Archive

• Headline: Israel Strikes Syria Amid Tensions. Impact: This limited strike set off a chain reaction where every subsequent U.S. president felt the pressing need to establish their own 'red line'—a very colorful way of announcing indecision and procrastination in foreign policy. Who knew a line could be so universally crossed?. Fact: Did you know that 'red lines' are just like those 'do not cross' tape lines at a crime scene? Except in this case, they get crossed more often than your ex's boundaries!.
• Headline: National Parks Seek Diverse Visitors. Impact: This attempt to appeal to minorities has led to a phenomenon where every time someone steps into a national park, they inadvertently become part of a diversity experiment. Who would’ve thought that nature could also use a PR makeover?. Fact: Fun fact: National Parks were originally designed for everyone, but it turns out that 'everyone' still needed a little nudge to realize they could actually step away from their screens and into the great outdoors..
• Headline: The Rise and Fall of David Blech. Impact: David Blech's fall from grace sent ripples through the biotech industry, creating a new cautionary tale for future 'biotech kings.' Now, every time a startup pitches a wild idea, investors whisper, 'But what if he’s another Blech?'. Fact: Did you know that in the world of biotech, being a 'king' can quickly turn into being the 'court jester' when your stock manipulation skills are on the chopping block?.
• Headline: As Doubts Over Detective Grew, Prosecutors Also Made Missteps. Impact: The controversy surrounding Detective Scarcella turned into a full-blown investigation circus, where every case he touched became a potential episode of 'Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.' Who knew a detective could have a legacy that reads like a crime novel?. Fact: Did you know that fabricating confessions is basically the detective's version of 'creative writing'? Too bad it wasn't a bestseller—just a big ol' legal mess!.