JULY 17, 2016

Full News Archive

• Headline: Tragic Baton Rouge Shooting Strikes Law Enforcement. Impact: The Baton Rouge shooting didn’t just jolt a nation; it sparked a new trend in police accountability that eventually led to the invention of body cameras — because nothing says 'trust us' like a camera strapped to your chest.. Fact: Did you know that the first police body cameras were introduced in the UK in 2005? Seems like they were just ahead of the curve on making sure officers didn't have a 'who, me?' moment..
• Headline: Erdogan Triumphs After Coup Attempt, but Turkey’s Fate Is Unclear. Impact: Erdogan's triumph after the coup created a power vacuum that led to a series of increasingly bizarre political dramas in Turkey, including a reality TV show titled 'Survivor: Turkish Politics Edition.' Who knew coups could be so entertaining?. Fact: Did you know that Turkey has had more than a dozen coup attempts since 1960? At this point, it's practically a national sport..
• Headline: Henrik Stenson Beats Phil Mickelson in British Open Duel. Impact: Stenson's win not only put Sweden on the golf map, but it also ignited a national obsession with golf that led to an unexpected rise in Swedish golf-themed cafes, where the only menu item is a 'Birdie Burger.'. Fact: Did you know that golf is the only sport where you can yell 'fore!' and still be polite? Imagine trying that in a football game. 'Fore! Oh, sorry about the concussion!'.