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HEADLINES ON June 17, 2014
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- Headline: Truckers Challenge Sleep Safety Regulations. Impact: The resistance of truckers to sleep rules led to a nationwide shortage of coffee, as everyone suddenly realized that drowsy driving wasn't just a trucker issue but a societal one. Thanks, Tracy Morgan, for awakening the world to the dangers of sleep deprivation—now we can all drive with one eye open!. Fact: Drowsy driving is just like driving while texting, except the only thing you’ll hit is your snooze button if you’re lucky!.
- Headline: Sunnis and Kurds on Sidelines of Iraqi Leader’s Military Plans. Impact: Al-Maliki’s refusal to collaborate with Sunnis and Kurds not only deepened divisions but also inspired a generation of political science students to write their dissertations on what NOT to do as a leader. Talk about a masterclass in alienation!. Fact: In case you were wondering, ignoring entire segments of your population is not a great strategy for national unity. Who knew?.