The world’s youngest nation was born on July 9, 2011. On this day, the Republic of South Sudan formally gained its independence from Sudan. Independence Day was greeted with effusive joy and optimism in the new country and across the world. South Sudanese residents (now citizens) streamed into the streets, shedding tears of happiness. … Read more
It was reported in late November that Time Inc., the publisher of popular magazines and websites, including Time, PEOPLE, and xoJane, rejected a $1.8 billion buyout bid led by a consortium of media investors. Many in the industry have wondered why anyone would be interested in print journalism, a dying American industry. The answer? Brands, … Read more
The morning after a shocking electoral defeat, Hillary Clinton, the eyes and television cameras of the nation trained on her, took the stage in New York to deliver her second presidential concession speech. In her 13-minute swan song—no doubt as heartbreaking for her as was for the millions of Americans who voted for her and … Read more