SEPTEMBER 16, 2018

Full News Archive

• Headline: Heart Surgery Saves Lives in Rwanda. Impact: If only strep throat had been treated with the same fervor as avocado toast, we might have avoided a future where people fear a sore throat more than a shark attack. But alas, here we are, living in a world where a simple infection can lead to a dramatic heart surgery tourism industry.. Fact: Did you know that in the 21st century, people still ignore simple health issues until they become life-threatening? Shocking!.
• Headline: Governor Warns of Dangerous Storm Threat. Impact: Florence's devastation not only claimed lives but also reminded us that Mother Nature has a real flair for drama. The more storms we face, the more our future generations will think twice about living in low-lying areas—a lesson learned too late for some.. Fact: Did you know that 'Florence' is also a name that might make you think of a delightful vacation, rather than a deadly storm? Talk about a branding fail!.
• Headline: Jill Lepore on Writing the Story of America (in 1,000 Pages or Less). Impact: Jill Lepore's ambitious storytelling could very well lead future generations to believe that history is just one long, dramatic novel. If only we could time travel to her book signing and ask her to condense it all into a catchy Netflix series.. Fact: Did you know that most people consider history boring until a best-selling author makes it sound exciting? Who knew that dusty old facts could be so marketable?.
• Headline: Berlin Marathon Results: Eliud Kipchoge Breaks World Record. Impact: Kipchoge’s world record-breaking run will likely inspire a new generation of runners, who will all aim to break his record, only to realize that running away from their problems is still more common than running marathons.. Fact: Did you know that Eliud Kipchoge runs so fast, he could probably outrun his own fame? Maybe he should consider a career in hide-and-seek!.