MAY 11, 2015

Full News Archive

• Headline: Kris Bryant: The Ideal Hitter Emerges. Impact: If Kris Bryant hadn't been molded by his father's obsession with Ted Williams, we might have ended up with a generation of players trying to imitate, say, a rubber chicken instead. Just imagine the chaos in baseball parks across America.. Fact: Did you know that Ted Williams once hit .406 in a season? Meanwhile, I can barely hit 406 calories on a treadmill without passing out..
• Headline: Changing Dynamics of U.S. Television. Impact: The success of 'Jane the Virgin' was like a pebble thrown into a pond, creating ripples that led to a flood of diverse programming. Soon, we might even see a reality show featuring actual Jane Doe – you know, just to keep things interesting.. Fact: Fun fact: 'Jane the Virgin' was based on a Venezuelan telenovela. So, if you think your life is dramatic, just remember, it's probably not dramatic enough to warrant a telenovela adaptation..
• Headline: Tony Rodham’s Ties Invite Scrutiny for Hillary and Bill Clinton. Impact: Tony Rodham's connections could very well be the catalyst for future political dynasties. Move over, Kennedy family! The Rodham dynasty is on its way, assuming they can figure out how to not trip over their own ties.. Fact: Hillary Clinton once had a 24-hour news cycle devoted to her pantsuits. So, next time you think your outfit is getting too much attention, just remember: it could be worse..
• Headline: King Salman Upends Status Quo in Region and the Royal Family. Impact: King Salman’s shake-up might just be the first domino in a chain reaction that leads to an entirely new order in Middle Eastern politics. Expect a future where political alliances are as stable as a game of Jenga played by toddlers.. Fact: Did you know that the Saudi royal family has more than 15,000 members? So, good luck trying to remember all their names at Thanksgiving dinner..