SEPTEMBER 12, 2014

Full News Archive

• Headline: Scotland's Independence and EU Concerns. Impact: If Scotland had gained independence, the butterfly flapping its wings could have sent shockwaves through the UK, leading to a domino effect where Wales and Northern Ireland might have considered their own exits, transforming the UK into a 'United Kingdom of Ex-United Kingdoms'—a real estate venture gone wrong.. Fact: Did you know that the only thing more complicated than the Scottish independence debate is trying to untangle the British accent? Good luck!.
• Headline: Banks Embrace Apple’s Mobile Payment Strategy. Impact: This collaboration between banks and Apple might have set the stage for a future where your toaster could also wire you money—after all, why let just smartphones have all the fun in becoming your new best friend?. Fact: Did you know that mobile payments were originally just a way to make sure you never have to carry cash again? Because who needs pocket change when you can just have your entire life saved on a device that can also double as a paperweight?.
• Headline: Ray Rice Is an Outlier: Most Domestic Abuse Suspects Play On. Impact: The spotlight on Ray Rice could have sparked an awakening in sports leagues, creating a potential timeline where athletes began attending sensitivity training instead of just press conferences, turning locker rooms into therapy sessions and possibly leading to a 'most improved' award for emotional growth.. Fact: Did you know that domestic violence in sports is a longstanding issue? It’s almost like some players think the real game is how to dodge accountability while still scoring points on the field..