MAY 14, 2014

Full News Archive

• Headline: Concerns Over Subsys Painkiller Misuse. Impact: When Subsys became the go-to painkiller for, well, everyone, it triggered a nationwide addiction crisis. Who knew that prescribing a drug like candy would lead to an opioid epidemic? Turns out, some folks really can’t handle their pain—or their prescriptions.. Fact: Did you know that prescribing practices can be so twisted that they make even the most bizarre conspiracy theories look reasonable? Welcome to the world of off-label drug use!.
• Headline: McConnell's Strategic Alliance with Elaine Chao. Impact: McConnell enlisting his wife to fight off a female candidate? This set a precedent for the next decade where spouses became the ultimate political sidekicks. Forget Batman and Robin; it’s all about Mitch and Elaine now. Watch out, America!. Fact: Did you know that in politics, sometimes the spouse is the real power player? It's like being in a sitcom where the supporting character steals the show!.
• Headline: Citizens Bank Faces Industry Challenges Alone. Impact: As Citizens Bank faced tough times, this little venture into independence sparked a wave of banks realizing they could actually function without the RBS safety net. Who knew drowning was a great way to learn how to swim in the financial pool?. Fact: Did you know that sometimes banks operate in climates as harsh as the Arctic? And just like the polar bears, they’re trying to adapt—though they’d rather not have to eat their own limbs to survive!.
• Headline: Former Head of Glaxo in China Is Accused of Bribery. Impact: The bribery allegations against Mark Reilly opened a Pandora's box of corporate scandals in China, leading to a crackdown on corruption that made many executives rethink their lunch orders. Because nothing says 'trust' like a side of bribery.. Fact: Did you know that corruption in business can sometimes be more contagious than a bad cold? Once one company gets caught, it’s like a game of ‘who will be next?’.