JANUARY 21, 2015

Full News Archive

• Headline: NHTSA Reinspects Ford Truck Recall. Impact: The intense scrutiny of Ford's recall led to an unexpected surge in DIY auto repairs across the nation, resulting in a hidden generation of backyard mechanics. Who knew a safety review could spark a renaissance of wrench-wielding weekend warriors?. Fact: Did you know that the NHTSA's reviews are like a reality show for cars? Drama, suspense, and the occasional plot twist—it's riveting!.
• Headline: Obama's Ambitious State of the Union Address. Impact: Obama's ambitious State of the Union speech inspired a wave of 'bold' plans in future administrations, leading to a chronic case of 'over-promising' in politics. This effectively made 'hope and change' the political equivalent of that one friend who always suggests a trip but never books the tickets.. Fact: Did you know that the State of the Union is the only annual event where politicians pretend to care about each other's opinions? It’s like Thanksgiving dinner but with more scripted applause!.
• Headline: N.F.L. Coaching Diversity: Progress and Challenges. Impact: The push for diversity in the NFL coaching ranks sparked a nationwide trend of 'diversity tick boxes' in various industries, leading to a generation of underqualified but well-intentioned hires. Thanks, Todd Bowles, for the new standard of 'Diversity Lite'!. Fact: Did you know that the NFL's diversity rules are basically a coaching version of 'you miss 100% of the shots you don’t take'? So, let’s just keep taking shots, even if they miss spectacularly!.
• Headline: U.S. Outpost in Cuba to Step Out of the Shadows. Impact: The reopening of the U.S. outpost in Cuba set off a chain reaction of diplomatic breakthroughs, leading to future negotiations that were equal parts awkward and cringe-worthy. Who knew that one building could be the catalyst for so many diplomatic facepalms?. Fact: Did you know that the U.S. outpost in Cuba was basically the world's longest-running game of hide-and-seek? Spoiler alert: The U.S. is really bad at seeking..
• Headline: An Uneasy Rapport. Impact: The dynamics explored in 'I’m Gonna Pray for You So Hard' led to a boom in familial therapy sessions, as playwrights everywhere realized that their family dramas could be monetized. Expect a wave of new therapy-themed plays starring awkward Thanksgiving dinners!. Fact: Did you know that playwrights are the original family therapists? They just charge for the privilege of airing dirty laundry on stage!.