MARCH 7, 2012

Full News Archive

• Headline: Metropolitan Opera's L'Elisir d'Amore Revival. Impact: If only that peasant had just texted the soldier instead of showing up for a duel, we could have avoided centuries of epic battles and drama. Imagine a world where they just shared a pint instead!. Fact: Did you know that 'L'Elisir d'Amore' is actually about a love potion? Because nothing says romance like bribing someone with magical elixirs!.
• Headline: Global Movement Against Petty Bribery. Impact: The launch of 'I Paid a Bribe' triggered a global revolution in transparency that ultimately led to the downfall of countless corrupt officials—though some still think hiding cash under the mattress is a safe bet.. Fact: Fun fact: Bribery is like a global game of Monopoly—everyone plays, but nobody wants to admit they’re losing..
• Headline: Dividends Emerge in Pressing Apple Over Working Conditions in China. Impact: The pressure on Apple led to improved working conditions, but also gave birth to a new generation of 'tech-savvy' activists who now spend their weekends debating over which brand of ethically sourced coffee to buy.. Fact: Fun fact: Apple’s original slogan was 'Think Different,' but what they really meant was 'Think about the poor workers first.'.