SEPTEMBER 24, 2010

Full News Archive

• Headline: Renewing Best Execution for Investors. Impact: If investors had been protected sooner, we might have missed out on the wild ride of 2008's financial crisis. Imagine a world where people didn't lose their shirts and the phrase 'too big to fail' was just a quirky slogan for a failing laundry service.. Fact: Fun fact: 'Best execution' in trading doesn't actually involve any martial arts moves, though that would certainly make Wall Street more entertaining..
• Headline: Luzhkov's Bold Critique of the Kremlin. Impact: Luzhkov's brave criticism sparked a media frenzy, which ultimately led to a reality show where politicians roast each other. Welcome to 'Kremlin's Got Talent: Political Edition'!. Fact: In Russia, 'poking the Kremlin' is a common sport. It’s usually done with a stick for safety reasons..
• Headline: Political Donations Under Nonprofit Shield. Impact: This nonprofit scandal paved the way for the modern art of political money laundering. Now, you can donate to a charity that’s actually a front for a super PAC while feeling warm and fuzzy inside. It’s like a fundraiser with a hidden agenda!. Fact: The only thing more opaque than political donations is the coffee in the back room of a campaign office..
• Headline: China Is Blocking Minerals, Executives Say. Impact: China's mineral blockade might have led to the rise of a new black market for rare earth elements. There’s probably an underground trade of 'Chinese minerals' happening in your neighbor's garage right now!. Fact: The last time someone blocked minerals, it ended with a bunch of confused geologists and a really awkward geology conference..
• Headline: Different Paths for Two California Republicans. Impact: Whitman and Fiorina's contrasting strategies caused a ripple effect that led to an endless cycle of political makeover shows. 'The Real Politicians of California' is just around the corner!. Fact: In California politics, having a different persona can mean the difference between 'Hello, Governor!' and 'Who are you again?'.