NOVEMBER 30, 2015

Full News Archive

• Headline: Economic Chill Amid Tensions With Russia. Impact: If Turkey's economy had thrived instead of chilling, they might have become the next Silicon Valley, and instead of tech startups, we’d be seeing 'Bureaucracy Startups' springing up everywhere, where innovation is just a fancy word for ‘more paperwork’.. Fact: Did you know that Turkey's economy has faced more ups and downs than a toddler on a sugar high? Just when you think it’s stable, boom! A new crisis!.
• Headline: Senators Question Museums' Tax Benefits. Impact: Senators questioning museum tax statuses could lead to a future where museums have to charge admission fees based on how entertaining their exhibits are, possibly resulting in a ‘Reality TV Museum’ where you pay to watch historical figures bicker.. Fact: Fun fact: Museums are basically the original social media, where you can scroll through history without any cat memes… unless you visit the Ancient Egypt section, where cats were basically royalty..
• Headline: Islamic State's Revenue Generation Tactics. Impact: The financial success of the Islamic State might lead to a future where crime pays so well that it becomes a legitimate career option, inspiring motivational speakers to brand it as ‘disruptive entrepreneurship’.. Fact: Did you know that the Islamic State raked in so much cash that they could probably fund a small country's economy? Who knew crime could be so lucrative… if only they'd opted for a less violent business model!.
• Headline: Hope for Nefertiti’s Tomb, and Egypt’s Economy. Impact: If Nefertiti's tomb is discovered, it could trigger a tourism boom in Egypt, leading to a future where everyone suddenly decides they want to be an archaeologist, resulting in the world’s largest ‘dig’ party – complete with drinks and sandcastles.. Fact: Did you know that Nefertiti’s tomb has been the ultimate game of hide-and-seek for decades? At this point, she could really use a GPS to help people find her!.