JUNE 23, 2018

Full News Archive

• Headline: The Migrant Crisis at the U.S. Border. Impact: This mass trek of families to the U.S. border created a ripple effect where international parenting forums now include 'how to escape danger with children' as a top topic. Meanwhile, parenting books have started including chapters on 'What to Do When the Government Says No.'. Fact: Did you know that the journey to the U.S. border can often be more treacherous than a family road trip? At least there are no fights over the last bag of chips..
• Headline: 2002 World Cup Inspiration for Teams. Impact: The 2002 South Korean team inspired nations to believe that sheer will can overcome the odds. Coincidentally, it also led to an increase in 'underdog' stories in sports movies, where the real winner is, of course, Hollywood.. Fact: Fun fact: The 2002 World Cup was so inspiring that it inadvertently sparked a global wave of 'dad-bod' soccer players trying to relive their glory days..
• Headline: Amazon's Private Label Strategy Uncovered. Impact: As Amazon's private labels dominate, it has inspired a new generation of entrepreneurs to create their own knock-off brands. This has led to a world where 'generic' is the new 'trendy', and hipsters are now swarming to buy the latest in 'unbranded chic'.. Fact: Did you know that shopping on Amazon is like trying to find a needle in a haystack? Except the haystack is on fire, and the needle is a product that isn't actually made by Amazon..
• Headline: When an Iowa Family Doctor Takes On the Opioid Epidemic. Impact: Dr. Nicole Gastala's brave fight against the opioid epidemic has likely inspired more primary care doctors to take a stand, leading to a future where 'Doctor of the Year' awards could actually mean something, instead of being just another participation trophy.. Fact: Did you know that prescribing buprenorphine is like being in a high-stakes poker game? You have to know when to hold 'em and when to fold 'em, but the stakes are people's lives..
• Headline: Growing Up Getty. Impact: The Getty family’s pushback against their portrayals has opened the door for a slew of celebrities to demand better representation, leading to the creation of 'Reality Check' shows where the real stories are told—often in sitcom format.. Fact: Fun fact: If you think Hollywood embellishes stories, you should see the family Christmas cards from the Gettys. They make the Kardashians look like homebodies!.