Christina Douglass 2014 Review

  • Ebola Outbreak

    Ebola Outbreak
    o The largest Ebola outbreak is the history of America. It all began in West Africa.
    o This is important because it eventually started to spread to different countries. Ebola could eventually kill everyone so it is important to start research early.
  • Sochi Winter Olympics final farewel

    Sochi Winter Olympics final farewel
    o This article looks at all the work it took to host the Olympics. It highlights the major things that Sochi did well.
    o This is important because it also hints at how past places where the Olympics take place have gone downhill. This predicts that Sochi will too.
  • o Spring-summer 2014 fashion trends are all about confidence and power

    o	Spring-summer 2014 fashion trends are all about confidence and power
    o This article discusses what is predicted to be the best fashion choices for spring. Some of the choices include tribal and artsy.
    o This is important because if clothing stores don’t change their clothes then they could go downhill. This could overall mean the rise of a new store.
  • US sanctions against Russia

    US sanctions against Russia
    o There is a Ukraine uprising by the Russian government. The US sanctions against some of the members of the government.
    o This is important because this will cause more tension. This could ultimately lead to war.
  • How “Frozen” took over the world

    How “Frozen” took over the world
    o Frozen was declared the 5th highest engrossing film of all time. The film’s success was because of how relatable Elsa was.
    o People will most likely begin to try to repeat thus success. They will probably fail because nothing can compare to Disney’s Frozen.
  • Midwest business activity slows in September

    Midwest business activity slows in September
    o The Midwest business activity slowed down more than predicted in September. The business barometer dropped over 2.
    o This could foreshadow that the Midwest’s expansion of the regional economy could drop. This would overall be bad for the Midwest.
  • How technology is changing disaster relief

    How technology is changing disaster relief
    o This article discusses how technology is changing when there is a disaster. One of the major things that needs to be discovered it how to communicate on mobile devices without a network.
    o This is important because it could change the world. It would provide a great way to help people in a disaster quicker.
  • o Flight MH370 Spiraled Into Sea When Fuel Ran Out: ATSB Report

    o	Flight MH370 Spiraled Into Sea When Fuel Ran Out: ATSB Report
    o Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 crashes into the Indian Ocean. People are unsure where the aircraft is now.
    o This is important because where the plane was thought to have crashed, it wasn’t found. This could mean that pilots could be capable of killing many people.
  • And the world’s best city for business is…

    And the world’s best city for business is…
    o London has been declared the bet city for business in the world. This is partially determined by what business leaders think is the best.
    o This will make businesses unaware of this information become interested in London. If London can’t keep up, another city might take its’ place.
  • o Minimum Wage Rises in 21 States

    o	Minimum Wage Rises in 21 States
    o 2.4 million workers’ hourly wage is going to increase. This means that 60% of the US will be getting paid above the federal minimum wage.
    o This could eventually lead to an increase of prices in items. It would happen because companies would have to make up for what they are paying their employees.