AUGUST 1, 2014

Full News Archive

• Headline: OSI Group's Food Safety Scandal in China. Impact: This food safety scandal triggered a global obsession with food transparency, leading to the rise of Instagram influencers who review takeout. If only the OSI Group had known that their scandal would inspire a new generation of food bloggers, they might have reconsidered their life choices.. Fact: Ironically, 'weak links' in the food chain are now the strongest argument for why you should probably learn how to cook instead of relying on others..
• Headline: G.M. Boosts Sales with Discounts. Impact: G.M.'s discounts not only boosted sales but also set off a chain reaction that convinced every other automaker to throw cash at customers like confetti. Now, we know the true meaning of 'driving off the lot.'. Fact: Discounts at G.M. are like diet plans: everyone talks about them, but very few actually follow through..
• Headline: MoneyPak Opens Doors to Criminal Activity. Impact: The rise of MoneyPak cards opened the door to a new era of digital crime, leading to a reality where criminals now have just as many payment options as the average consumer. Who knew convenience would come with a side of criminal enterprise?. Fact: In a world where prepaid cards can fund a crime spree, it’s almost comforting to know that people are still robbing banks with masks on..
• Headline: Alibaba Is Investing Huge Sums in an Array of U.S. Tech Companies. Impact: Alibaba's investments might have seemed innocuous at the time, but they paved the way for the eventual tech war between the U.S. and China. Thanks, Alibaba, for making 'tech rivalry' a household term!. Fact: If you thought e-commerce was just about shopping, you clearly missed the memo on geopolitics and the global tech arms race..
• Headline: Perils of City Driver’s Ed: Pigeons, Taxis and Litigious Pedestrians. Impact: As driving instructors dodge pigeons and taxis, they inadvertently prepared a generation for the unpredictability of urban life. Who knew getting a license would also mean mastering survival skills?. Fact: In East Harlem, your driving test comes with a side of urban wildlife and the constant threat of a lawsuit – just your average day behind the wheel!.