JULY 1, 2013

Full News Archive

• Headline: Detroit's Tech Transformation in Auto Industry. Impact: The sudden demand for app builders in Detroit led to a tech boom, which ultimately resulted in self-driving cars that are capable of arguing with their passengers about the best route to take. Navigating traffic is now a philosophical debate!. Fact: Did you know that the first car was invented in 1886? And yet, here we are over a century later, still figuring out how to make them not kill us while we argue about directions..
• Headline: Neymar and Brazil Rout Spain and Live Up to Their Billing. Impact: Brazil's rout of Spain not only boosted Neymar's career but also created an entire generation of soccer fans who now believe that they can kick a ball like him. Spoiler alert: they can't.. Fact: Did you know that Brazil has won the FIFA World Cup five times? So, really, beating Spain is just another day in the life of a Brazilian soccer team. No pressure!.
• Headline: From Texas Statehouse to YouTube, a Filibuster Is a Hit. Impact: Wendy Davis's viral filibuster ignited a new form of political activism that paved the way for more politicians to realize that going viral is the ultimate power move. Forget policies, just get some good lighting!. Fact: Did you know that filibusters date back to the 19th century? Apparently, some folks have been stalling political processes long before YouTube was a thing. Old habits die hard!.