FEBRUARY 2, 2015

Full News Archive

• Headline: The New Republic's Comeback Story. Impact: The re-emergence of The New Republic led to a surge in political commentary, ultimately resulting in a new genre of literature: 'Angry Tweets to Print.' Who knew the pen could be mightier than the keyboard?. Fact: This magazine has been around since 1914, making it older than a significant portion of your favorite hipster coffee shops..
• Headline: Sex Toy Shops Expect Sales Surge. Impact: The tie-ins caused an explosion of interest in both erotic literature and the sex toy industry, leading to the first-ever 'Fifty Shades of Grey' themed marathon—complete with workshops on how to tie knots and read the fine print on safe words.. Fact: The phrase 'whip it good' took on a whole new meaning after this cultural phenomenon..
• Headline: Murdoch and Bloomberg: Business Meets Politics. Impact: When Murdoch and Bloomberg decided to dabble in politics, it inadvertently paved the way for a new type of reality TV: 'Political Puppets,' where billionaires play at democracy like it’s Monopoly, except someone always flips the board.. Fact: These two could probably fund their own country, if they weren't too busy trying to run the ones they already have..
• Headline: Law Favoring Cuban Arrivals Is Challenged. Impact: The challenge to this law sparked a series of debates that led to a dramatic reshaping of U.S. immigration policy, ultimately resulting in a new sitcom: 'Cuban Arrivals,' where everyone learns that visa issues are funnier than they sound.. Fact: This law was established in the 1960s, proving that some things in the U.S. are as outdated as a rotary phone..