JULY 21, 2014

Full News Archive

• Headline: Alibaba’s I.P.O. and Chinese Elite Ties. Impact: The scions of Chinese leaders cashing in on Alibaba's I.P.O. inadvertently fueled a tech bubble that led to a global financial crisis in 2031, all because someone thought 'we're rich enough already' was a great business strategy.. Fact: Did you know that the term 'scion' is just a fancy way to say 'trust fund baby' in historical context? Welcome to the elite club!.
• Headline: Cable Networks Navigate Challenges from Giants. Impact: The survival tactics of smaller cable networks led to the rise of streaming services, which in turn caused a worldwide obsession with binge-watching—thank you, AMC, for making couch potatoes a global phenomenon.. Fact: Did you know that before streaming, people actually had to wait a week to see what happened next? Can't imagine that level of commitment in our instant gratification world!.
• Headline: Missouri's Unique Stance on Drug Database. Impact: Missouri’s refusal to implement a prescription drug database not only contributed to a local opioid crisis but also inspired a new reality show: 'Missouri's Drug Roulette'—where every day is a mystery.. Fact: Did you know that in the 1800s, people used to prescribe cocaine for just about everything? So, Missouri’s just keeping it old school!.
• Headline: Microsoft’s Top Lawyer Is the Tech World’s Envoy. Impact: Bradford L. Smith's advocacy for tech policies led to the creation of 'Tech Law 101' classes in schools, which kids now use as an excuse to avoid actual work. Thanks, Microsoft!. Fact: Did you know that being a general counsel is just a fancy way of saying 'professional adult babysitter'? You're welcome, tech world!.
• Headline: Seeing Reasons for Mets’ Optimism, by Squinting. Impact: The Mets’ rollercoaster performance sparked a fan-led movement for emotional support animals at games, leading to a spike in therapy dog sales—who knew losing could be so lucrative?. Fact: Did you know that the Mets have a 50% chance of winning? And a 100% chance of making their fans question their life choices!.