NOVEMBER 6, 2011

Full News Archive

• Headline: L.S.U. Holds Off Alabama in Overtime Thriller. Impact: This nail-biting game between L.S.U. and Alabama resulted in a rush of fans taking up knitting as a coping mechanism for their heart rates. The entire state of Alabama subsequently saw an uptick in 'knit and sip' events, leading to a nationwide trend of sports watching paired with artisan tea.. Fact: Fun fact: 3 points is also the average amount of points scored in a game of tic-tac-toe between two experts. So, you know, real nail-biter!.
• Headline: Impact of Thailand Flooding on Industries. Impact: The flooding not only crippled hard-drive suppliers but also sparked a surge in creativity for backup solutions. People started using ancient scrolls and carrier pigeons, leading to a renaissance of old-school communication. If only they had known about cloud storage, right?. Fact: Thailand is known for its beautiful beaches and amazing food, but apparently, it also has the power to bring the tech world to its knees. Who knew that rice paddies could influence silicon chips?.
• Headline: Greek Leaders Reach Deal to Form a New Government. Impact: The agreement to form a new government in Greece led to a series of political memes that would shape the landscape of online humor for years to come. Eventually, these memes inspired a new genre of comedy: 'Political Satire Theatre,' where actors reenact budget crises with interpretive dance.. Fact: Greece has been the birthplace of democracy, philosophy, and now, government deadlocks. If only they could invent a time machine to go back and fix it all!.
• Headline: Hip-Hop Kings, Shorn of Excess. Impact: Jay-Z and Kanye’s minimalist approach caused a global trend of artists ditching their extravagant lifestyles, leading to a brief but intense period where all musicians began performing in sweatpants and flip-flops. This also sparked the 'Hobo Chic' movement in fashion, which took the world by storm... for about a week.. Fact: Kanye and Jay-Z have been known for their grand gestures. Who knew that minimalism was just them trying to save money on wardrobe expenses?.