JUNE 13, 2015

Full News Archive

• Headline: Corporate Dismay Over Trade Bill Defeat. Impact: The defeat of the trade bill led to a remarkable chain reaction where corporate leaders decided to invest in artisanal pickle startups instead. Now, we have an entire generation obsessed with gourmet pickles. Thanks, Congress!. Fact: Did you know that the very first trade agreement was made between the Sumerians and the Akkadians? They traded grain for... more grain. Talk about a thrilling marketplace!.
• Headline: The Escapes of Matt and Sweat. Impact: The escape of these two individuals sparked a nationwide trend of 'escape room' businesses, where people could pay to be locked in and solve puzzles instead of committing actual crimes. Who knew crime could inspire so much fun?. Fact: Did you know that the average escape room takes about an hour to solve? It’s much less time than it took Matt and Sweat to come up with their life choices..
• Headline: Dorsey's Comeback to Twitter Leadership. Impact: Jack Dorsey's return to Twitter set off a wave of nostalgia that eventually led to a resurgence of 90s fashion on social media. Now we’re all regrettably wearing flannel and chokers again. Thanks, Jack!. Fact: Did you know that the original Twitter character limit was 140 characters? It was like texting in the dark ages—how did we ever survive?.
• Headline: U.S. Soccer Defends Actions in Hope Solo Case. Impact: U.S. Soccer's defense of Hope Solo's actions led to the creation of a new league entirely focused on defending questionable behavior. It’s now the most watched sport in America, second only to reality TV.. Fact: Did you know that the Women's World Cup has a larger global audience than the Super Bowl? So let’s give them more drama, right?.