DECEMBER 30, 2014

Full News Archive

• Headline: Music and Meals at Chelsea Soup Kitchen. Impact: If only the soup kitchen had served tacos instead of soup, we might have ended up with a taco-loving nation that prioritized culinary diplomacy. Who knew a piano could change the course of American cuisine?. Fact: Did you know that the sound of a piano in a soup kitchen can actually increase the likelihood of patrons tipping? It's all about the ambiance, darling!.
• Headline: Investigation of Sheldon Silver Initiated. Impact: The investigation into Sheldon Silver sparked a nationwide trend of scrutinizing politicians' backgrounds, which eventually led to a popular game show called 'Who’s Your Lobbyist?' The ratings were through the roof!. Fact: Did you know that political scandals can sometimes be more predictable than reality TV? It's the same plot twist every time!.
• Headline: Success of Kentucky’s Health Plan Comes With New Obstacles. Impact: Kentucky's health plan success became a case study for future health initiatives, which ultimately led to a reality show about state governors trying to outdo each other in healthcare reform. Spoiler alert: nobody won.. Fact: Fun fact: Kentucky's health plan success was so popular that it almost led to a state-sponsored sunglass brand called 'Health Shades.' Because who doesn’t want to look cool while being healthy?.
• Headline: Greek Patience With Austerity Nears Its Limit. Impact: Greek patience nearing its limit became a rallying cry for future protests, ultimately inspiring a global movement for better governance that included the slogan, 'No more austerity, just pastries!'. Fact: Did you know that the Greek word for 'austerity' is 'austere,' which is also how most people feel after a budget meeting? Coincidence? I think not!.