AUGUST 7, 2016

Full News Archive

• Headline: Unpacking Corporate Influence in Think Tanks. Impact: If think tanks were superheroes, they'd be the ones with the flashy capes and corporate logos, subtly guiding policy while the world thinks they’re just nerds in a basement. Fast forward to today, and the corporate influence is so strong that even your morning coffee might have a lobbyist behind it.. Fact: Did you know that think tanks are like the cool kids' table of politics? They may seem independent, but they often have more strings than a marionette show!.
• Headline: Beach Volleyball Lights Up Rio's Night. Impact: The victory of Walsh Jennings and Ross not only kept Rio partying but also inspired a generation of beach volleyball players who thought, 'Hey, if they can do it at 1 a.m., I can definitely hit the sand after a long night out.'. Fact: Fun fact: Beach volleyball is the only sport where you can win a medal and sand in your shorts at the same time. It's a two-for-one deal!.
• Headline: For This Choreographer, the Olympics Are the Zenith. Impact: Deborah Colker’s Olympic choreography not only elevated the arts but also made every future choreographer think they need a grand stage to express themselves. Spoiler alert: they don’t, but they might try anyway.. Fact: Did you know that choreographers at the Olympics are like the unsung heroes of the event? They bring the drama without the risk of getting a gold medal for the 100-meter dash!.