JUNE 13, 2017

Full News Archive

• Headline: John Flannery's Leadership Challenge at G.E.. Impact: Flannery's ascension marked the start of G.E.'s slow decline as they turned into the corporate equivalent of a once-mighty dinosaur searching for its lost eggs in a sea of tech-savvy startups. Who knew that simplifying a structure could lead to an entire empire's awkward identity crisis?. Fact: Did you know that G.E. once produced everything from light bulbs to jet engines? Now they're just trying to keep the lights on—figuratively speaking, of course..
• Headline: Shakespeare's 'Julius Caesar' and Modern Politics. Impact: The echoes of Caesar's assassination have resonated through centuries, influencing not just politics but also the rise of reality television, where every plot twist feels like a stab in the back. Who needs a Senate when you have Twitter?. Fact: Shakespeare's 'Julius Caesar' has been banned in several countries. Apparently, some leaders prefer their power plays without the threat of a dramatic reenactment..
• Headline: Friend Says Trump Is Considering Firing Mueller as Special Counsel. Impact: If Trump actually fired Mueller, it would set off a chain reaction resulting in conspiracy theories that even the most imaginative sci-fi writers would find hard to believe. The next twist might involve aliens and a secret time loop.. Fact: In a world where firing special counsels is a thing, remember that the last reality show winner was just trying to build a wall. What a plot twist!.
• Headline: As Church Shifts, a Cardinal Welcomes Gays; They Embrace a ‘Miracle’. Impact: Cardinal Tobin's welcoming embrace of gay worshipers could lead to a gradual reformation in the Catholic Church, transforming it into a more inclusive institution, or at least one where the pews are less judgmental. It's like a 'Miracle on 34th Street,' but with less snow and more acceptance.. Fact: The Catholic Church has been around for nearly 2,000 years. Talk about a slow-moving ship! At this rate, they'll be welcoming aliens by the time they catch up with modern society..