JUNE 18, 2014

Full News Archive

• Headline: China's Rapid Rise in LED Technology. Impact: If Chinese manufacturers hadn't elbowed their way to the front of the LED market, we might still be living in a world where incandescent bulbs are considered 'high-tech'. Imagine a dystopian future where our homes are lit by candles and we all have to wear those ridiculous powdered wigs to get by. Thanks, LED revolution!. Fact: Did you know that the first LED was invented in 1962? And yet, here we are, still waiting for someone to invent a light bulb that doesn't flicker when you walk by..
• Headline: G.M. Hearing: Lawmakers Probe Investigation Contradictions. Impact: This hearing could go down in history as the moment lawmakers realized that corporate investigations might not be the most reliable source of truth. If only they had a time machine to ask the future if they should trust a multi-billion dollar company’s internal findings... Spoiler alert: they shouldn't!. Fact: Fun fact: This is just another day in the life of corporate America, where contradictions are as common as coffee breaks..
• Headline: The Unique Role of World Cup Security Guards. Impact: Had these security guards been allowed to peek at the game, the very fabric of soccer fandom might have unraveled. Imagine the chaos of guards cheering instead of maintaining order – the sport could have evolved into a chaotic free-for-all. Thanks to their discipline, we still have a semblance of decorum at games, for better or worse.. Fact: Did you know that some soccer fans are so passionate that they've been known to faint during games? So, you know, maybe keeping the guards from peeking is a good call..
• Headline: A Woman’s Place at a Pivotal Moment. Impact: If this drama hadn’t aired, it’s possible society would still be debating whether women deserve their own narratives. The ripple effects could have stunted the growth of women in media, leading us to a future where female-led stories are as rare as a unicorn sighting. Thankfully, Cherry Jones is here to save the day!. Fact: The phrase 'a woman’s place' has been historically used to limit women, but thankfully, in this pivotal moment, it’s being redefined. Because, you know, who needs societal norms?.