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HEADLINES ON August 7, 2017
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- Headline: Sprint Considers Partnerships for Growth. Impact: If Sprint had successfully merged with T-Mobile, we might have seen the rise of a techno-giant that invented a phone that could actually make calls without dropping. Alas, the world continues to suffer from poor reception and awkward conversations.. Fact: Did you know that Sprint once claimed it was 'the fastest network'? Turns out, they were just really good at running away from competition..
- Headline: Support Network for NFL Wives Emerges. Impact: The emotional support and advice exchanged among N.F.L. wives could potentially lead to the establishment of a new profession: Professional Athlete Spouses' Counselors. Imagine a future filled with therapists trained specifically in dealing with the egos of millionaires.. Fact: Did you know that being a spouse of an N.F.L. player comes with its own set of anxieties? It's like being married to a celebrity, but with more injuries and fewer red carpets..
- Headline: Review: Anna Netrebko Sings Her First ‘Aida’ in Salzburg. Impact: Anna Netrebko's performance could usher in a new era of opera where every production is required to have a 'coolly impersonal' vibe. Imagine the day when all operas are performed in a corporate boardroom setting—truly a dream come true for the avant-garde.. Fact: Did you know that 'Aida' is often described as a love story? But let's be real; it's mostly about people shouting and wearing fabulous costumes while looking dramatically distressed..