SEPTEMBER 4, 2014

Full News Archive

• Headline: Bloomberg Returns to Business Leadership. Impact: Bloomberg's return initiated a butterfly effect that led to countless coffee shop discussions about the return of 'The Mayor'—who, rumor has it, was also considering a side gig as a barista.. Fact: Did you know that Bloomberg once said he’d rather be a soda than a bottle of water? Clearly, he was aiming for a refreshing comeback!.
• Headline: Investment Firms Transform Ferguson's Housing Market. Impact: The influx of outside firms into Ferguson not only transformed the local housing market but also inspired a new reality TV show called 'House Flippers: The Distressed Edition.'. Fact: Did you know that 'buying distressed homes' is just a fancy way of saying 'let’s profit off other people's misfortunes'?.
• Headline: Impact of W.H.O. Cuts on Ebola Response. Impact: The W.H.O.'s cuts led to a worldwide panic, triggering a surge in DIY home remedies that ranged from the absurd to the downright dangerous—because who needs medical expertise when you can mix turmeric and hope?. Fact: Did you know that Ebola outbreaks can be traced back to bats? So next time you’re out for a midnight snack, maybe skip the bat wings?.
• Headline: Escaping Death in Northern Iraq. Impact: Ali Hussein Kadhim's narrow escape not only saved his life but also sparked a subgenre of military thrillers that made 'escaping death' a must-have plot twist.. Fact: Did you know that the predicament of soldiers in conflict zones often leads to heroic tales that inspire movies? Just don’t expect a happy ending every time..
• Headline: Vice Lands 2nd Investment, to Fuel Expansion. Impact: Vice's second investment was the spark that ignited a thousand think pieces about the 'future of media', most of which were read only by people already working in media.. Fact: Did you know that Vice's motto is 'We’re not afraid to offend'? Because nothing says 'quality journalism' like a healthy dose of controversy and questionable taste!.