MAY 5, 2014

Full News Archive

• Headline: Libertarians Challenge Meter Enforcement in Keene. Impact: This little act of meter-reading defiance sparked a wave of anti-government sentiment that led to a global movement where people began leaving notes on parking meters from Keene to Kathmandu. Soon, meter maids became the new villains in every action movie.. Fact: Did you know that in some places, you can actually get a ticket for feeding someone else's expired meter? Talk about a 'Live Free or Else' situation!.
• Headline: Seaver's Historic Double Duty in 1984. Impact: Tom Seaver's epic double duty performance inspired future generations of athletes to push their limits, leading to a world where now, athletes are expected to save the planet while winning championships. No pressure, right?. Fact: Fun fact: Seaver's performance in that game was so legendary that the baseballs used were declared a national treasure. Okay, not really, but they should have been!.
• Headline: David Karp Reflects on Tumblr's Yahoo Sale. Impact: David Karp's seemingly innocent sale of Tumblr to Yahoo sent shockwaves through the tech world, leading to a cascade of questionable acquisitions, culminating in the rise of TikTok as the new social media overlord. Thanks, David!. Fact: Did you know that Karp initially tried to sell Tumblr for a pack of gum? Just kidding, but wouldn't that have been a plot twist?.
• Headline: X Still Marks Sunken Spot, and Gold Awaits. Impact: The treasure from the S.S. Central America sparked not just a treasure hunt, but also the creation of countless pirate-themed parties and 'gold digger' jokes that would echo through generations. Thanks a lot, sunken ship!. Fact: In 1857, gold was worth about $20 an ounce. Today, it’s significantly more, but unfortunately, we still can’t buy happiness with it..