JULY 30, 2015

Full News Archive

• Headline: Endangered Species Light Show in NYC. Impact: When they projected endangered species on the Empire State Building, it inspired a global movement to save the last remaining unicorns and mermaids, because who doesn’t love a good fantasy mixed with environmentalism?. Fact: Did you know that the Empire State Building once hosted a King Kong film premiere? Apparently, the building has a long history of hosting more fictional creatures than real endangered ones!.
• Headline: Controversial Contractor Connections Uncovered. Impact: This scandal was the butterfly that flapped its wings, leading to a series of 'Who Can Trust Politicians?' memes that went viral, eventually culminating in the invention of a new emoji: the skeptical eyebrow.. Fact: Did you know that in politics, scandals are like cockroaches? You think you've killed them all, but one way or another, they always come back!.
• Headline: Psychologist's Role in Cook County Jail. Impact: Choosing a psychologist to run a jail was a revolutionary development. It sparked debates over whether prisons should be more like therapy retreats or just places where people go to contemplate their life choices while staring at the wall.. Fact: Did you know that the last time a psychologist ran a jail, they ended up giving everyone group therapy sessions? Spoiler: it didn't end well for the guards..
• Headline: U.S. Economy Grew at 2.3% Rate in 2nd Quarter. Impact: The 2.3% growth was like a gentle nudge to the economy, reminding it that slow and steady wins the race—unless you’re in a hurry to buy a house, in which case, good luck with that!. Fact: Did you know that the U.S. economy has grown so slowly, it could probably win a race against a tortoise on a leisurely stroll? But hey, at least it's moving in the right direction!.