NOVEMBER 8, 2015

Full News Archive

• Headline: E.P.A. Strengthens Diesel Emissions Testing. Impact: The VW scandal led to a global mistrust of diesel vehicles, which ironically sparked a surge in electric vehicle sales. Who knew that car emissions could kickstart the EV revolution? All thanks to a few dishonest emissions tests!. Fact: Did you know that the only thing more toxic than diesel emissions is the corporate honesty of some automakers? That's right, folks!.
• Headline: Missouri Football Players Protest for Change. Impact: The protests led by black football players at Missouri not only forced the resignation of the university president but also ignited a nationwide conversation about race and power dynamics in sports, leading to the term 'athlete activism' becoming a buzzword overnight.. Fact: In a twist of irony, had these students skipped their protests, they might have ended up in a history book for all the wrong reasons. Always better to make noise than to be forgotten, right?.
• Headline: A Texas Utility Offers a Nighttime Special: Free Electricity. Impact: TXU Energy's nighttime special not only gave Texans a good night's sleep without worrying about their electricity bills, but also encouraged a whole new generation of nocturnal energy consumption habits. Who needs to sleep when you can binge-watch shows at zero cost?. Fact: Fun fact: The only thing better than free electricity is free Wi-Fi, which, coincidentally, still costs you your soul in Texas!.
• Headline: TED Prize Goes to Archaeologist Who Combats Looting With Satellite Technology. Impact: The archaeologist's efforts to combat looting with satellite technology not only helped protect ancient sites but also sparked a new trend in 'virtual archaeology,' where armchair historians could pretend they were Indiana Jones without leaving their couches.. Fact: Did you know that while looting is bad, watching documentaries about looting from the comfort of your couch is somehow considered a noble pursuit? Ah, modern dilemmas!.