DECEMBER 21, 2017

Full News Archive

• Headline: Presidential Ally Arrested in Graft Scandal. Impact: The arrest of a presidential ally in Mexico created a ripple effect, leading to an unexpected wave of political scandals. This made 'political ally' synonymous with 'possible embezzler' and inspired a generation of politicians to invest in better disguises.. Fact: Did you know that in Mexico, the phrase 'political ally' often means 'someone who knows where the bodies are buried'? Literally..
• Headline: Catalonia Election Gives Separatists New Lift. Impact: Catalonia's election results sent shockwaves through Spain, igniting a passion for independence that inspired other regions. This led to a global trend where localities began holding referendums on whether to be autonomous or just moderately annoying.. Fact: Did you know that the word 'separatist' actually means 'someone who prefers to not share their dessert'?.
• Headline: In an Unforgiving Sport, They Minister to Hearts and Souls. Impact: The introduction of chaplains in professional sports created a paradigm shift, where instead of just physical training, players now had to deal with emotional baggage. This eventually led to coaches hiring therapists, who often charged more than the players’ salaries.. Fact: Did you know that in sports, emotional support from a chaplain is just as vital as that last-minute play? Because who else will listen to your tantrums?.