SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

Full News Archive

• Headline: Puerto Rico's Medical Crisis During Disaster. Impact: As Puerto Rico's healthcare system crumbled, it sparked a nationwide debate on disaster preparedness. Fast forward a few years, and every state now has a 'what if' plan involving inflatable hospitals and an abundance of bottled water. Who knew a hurricane could lead to so many PowerPoint presentations?. Fact: Did you know that Puerto Rico's power grid was already on life support before the hurricane? It's almost like they were just waiting for the wind to blow a little too hard..
• Headline: Roy Moore's Controversial Senate Victory. Impact: Roy Moore's victory sent shockwaves through the Republican party, leading to years of infighting and confusion. Who knew that one man's win could turn the GOP into a reality show that nobody wanted to watch?. Fact: Fun fact: 'Moore' is actually a misspelling of 'more'—as in, 'We need more political drama in this country!'.
• Headline: Exploring Memory in ‘The Treasurer’. Impact: This play about memory and loss inadvertently led to a resurgence of family therapy sessions across the nation. Apparently, once people realized they could pay someone to listen to their problems, they jumped at the chance. Thanks, Max Posner!. Fact: Did you know that dementia can sometimes be hereditary? So, if you think your family gatherings are awkward now, just wait until they forget who you are!.
• Headline: U.S. Climate Change Policy: Made in California. Impact: California's climate policy has become the blueprint for other states, turning the Golden State into the rebellious teenager of American politics. Suddenly, every state wants to throw a tantrum about climate change—and it's just as dramatic as you'd think.. Fact: Did you know that California is so ahead of the curve, they might just start charging for carbon credits in their next blockbuster movie? Who doesn't want to pay to save the planet?.
• Headline: Sustainable Travel Can Be Budget-Friendly. Impact: As sustainable travel gained traction, it created an entire industry of eco-friendly vacation options. This led to the rise of 'green guilt'—where travelers now feel bad about not recycling their hotel shampoo bottles.. Fact: Did you know that the travel industry is about as sustainable as a single-use plastic straw? But hey, at least it looks good on Instagram!.