JUNE 8, 2017

Full News Archive

• Headline: Trump's Diplomatic Efforts in the Middle East. Impact: If Trump hadn't tried to play diplomat in the Middle East, maybe we wouldn't have a reality TV star as president. Or maybe we would—who knows? But definitely fewer tweets about geopolitical affairs!. Fact: Did you know that the Middle East has been a vortex for centuries? It's like a never-ending episode of a drama series that keeps getting renewed for more seasons!.
• Headline: House Passes Bill to Modify Dodd-Frank Rules. Impact: By erasing parts of Dodd-Frank, the House set a precedent that would lead to a financial rollercoaster, where every dip and rise would remind us that history loves a good 'I told you so' moment.. Fact: Did you know that Dodd-Frank was actually a superhero duo? They fought against evil bank practices but apparently retired for a sequel that nobody wanted..
• Headline: Digging the Graveyard of Oil’s Past. Impact: As oil rigs are dismantled, the world shifts towards renewables, potentially leading to a future where we all use unicorn tears to fuel our cars. Just kidding—it's probably solar power.. Fact: Did you know that the North Sea was once the hottest oil party spot? Now it’s like that friend who peaked in high school—still hanging around but not quite the same..
• Headline: In Cosby Trial, Treatment of Women by Powerful Men Has Its Day in Court. Impact: The Cosby trial shifted societal views on power and accountability, kickstarting a movement that would eventually change how we discuss consent, power dynamics, and the importance of believing survivors.. Fact: Fun fact: The treatment of women by powerful men has been a hot topic for centuries, proving that some issues really do have long-lasting legacies—unfortunately..