MAY 5, 2015

Full News Archive

• Headline: Dean Skelos: Political Influence and Corruption. Impact: Senator Skelos' legal troubles could set off a chain reaction in the political landscape, leading to a nationwide trend of 'helping your kids with their careers' being redefined as 'career-ending moves for politicians.' Who knew family bonding could be so scandalous?. Fact: Did you know that in ancient Rome, nepotism was a common practice? Apparently, some things never change, just the outfits and hashtags!.
• Headline: Buffett's Tough Business Decisions Exposed. Impact: Warren Buffett teaming up with a ruthless investment firm may have changed the public's perception of him from 'the nice grandpa of finance' to 'that uncle who always brings the awkward conversations at Thanksgiving.' Who knew investing could be so heartwarming?. Fact: Did you know Buffett once famously said, 'The stock market is designed to transfer money from the Active to the Patient'? Maybe he should add 'and to the ruthless' to the list!.
• Headline: Review: In ‘Forever,’ Dael Orlandersmith Finds Comfort in a Cemetery. Impact: Dael Orlandersmith's exploration of comfort in a cemetery may have inadvertently sparked a trend in hipster tourism, where visiting cemeteries became the new 'it' thing. Next up: Instagram influencers posing with tombstones!. Fact: Did you know Père Lachaise is the final resting place of Jim Morrison, Oscar Wilde, and Frédéric Chopin? Talk about a party in the afterlife!.
• Headline: For Top 25 Hedge Fund Managers, a Difficult 2014 Still Paid Well. Impact: The hedge fund managers' ability to still rake in billions despite poor performance could lead to a future where mediocre results are celebrated. Welcome to the new normal, where even failure can be profitable!. Fact: Did you know that hedge funds were originally created to 'hedge' against market downturns? Now they seem to be hedging against common sense!.