JULY 20, 2014

Full News Archive

• Headline: Deadliest Day in Gaza's Shejaiya Neighborhood. Impact: The tragic events of this day led to a series of international peace talks that were as effective as a chocolate teapot. Decades later, the neighborhood becomes a historical symbol of conflict, inspiring countless documentaries and think pieces, but no actual peace.. Fact: Did you know that the term 'ceasefire' is often just a fancy way of saying 'let's take a break before we start fighting again'?.
• Headline: Rory McIlroy Wins First British Open. Impact: Rory McIlroy's victory not only changed the landscape of golf but also set off a wave of athletes adopting ridiculous hairstyles, thinking they could channel his success. Spoiler: it didn't work for most.. Fact: Did you know that golf is the only sport where the ball gets more attention than the players? Talk about low self-esteem!.
• Headline: Hoofing It From Hollywood. Impact: Marguerite Derricks's transition from Hollywood to Off Broadway inspired an influx of A-list actors to try their hand at stage work, resulting in the most awkward performances since... well, ever.. Fact: Did you know that choreographers are basically the unsung heroes of film? They make actors look like they know what they're doing when, in reality, they’re just as lost as the audience..
• Headline: A Man, a Van, a Plan. Impact: The Mana Contemporary arts complex became a hipster haven, spawning a thousand ironic Instagram accounts and artisanal coffee shops. Who knew a van could change the cultural landscape?. Fact: Fun fact: 'A man with a van' is just a euphemism for someone who has more ambition than talent—welcome to the creative industries!.