By: Eli Scott In 2011, the total trade volume between North Korea and China was $5.36 billion, but some researchers contest that one of North Korea’s main exports to China–brides–aren’t included in this figure. Such a quirk in the two countries’ trade…
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The Fried Chicken Frenzy: The Chicken Sandwich Wars and the Fast Food Industry
By: Anu Fawehinmi In 2019, with the intent of usurping Chick-fil-A from their fried chicken throne, Popeyes released their Crispy Chicken Sandwich. This bold declaration of war began the battle for market share turned marketing scheme affectionately known as the Chicken Sandwich Wars of the late 2010s. The battle even made its way to social media, with Chick-fil-A reacting to Popeyes’ recent menu addition and Popeyes responding in jest shortly afterward. Popeyes’ introduction of the Crispy Chicken Sandwich and their marketing campaign that followed revitalized the restaurant chain far beyond the expectations of the company, reestablishing it as a true…
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By: Katie Crow Deep in the northeastern shadows, North Korea lies, literally and figuratively one of the darkest states in the world. Yet small cracks have been growing throughout the country, allowing outside light to shine in. In September, North Korea allowed…
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By: Mark Rush Bring out the cake, party hats, and balloons! Our dear UGA celebrated its birthday this past week. At 229 years old, the Bulldog Nation can be justifiably proud of its university’s legacy and timeworn traditions. However, this occasion has…
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By: Michael Ingram Melissa Plancarte struts around in revealing clothing, leads a lavish lifestyle, and promotes herself fervently on social media. A young woman from the state of Michoacán, she aspires to be the next Latin American pop star and fits the…
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By: Bruce Li n Aug. 9, 1995, the Internet browser startup known as Netscape went public, opening with shares priced at $28 apiece. By the end of the day, one share was $58.25. By the end of the year, it was $174.…
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By: Rob Oldham Campus carry is dead. Students in Georgia will still be unable to carry concealed weapons on college campuses. State House Republicans bowed to the opposition of the Board of Regents and left out the provision in their 2014 reworking…
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By: Kush Patel Donning his blue and red dotted tie and iconic smile, President Reagan, alongside counterpart Soviet General-Secretary Gorbachev, signed a comprehensive treaty in the East Room of the White House. Both had accomplished a goal unimaginable 20 years before; they…
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By: Shalin Jyotishi In April 2013, incoming University of Georgia President Jere Morehead announced the opening of an economic development office in Atlanta to focus on bolstering the state’s economy. Then, in October, UGA was designated an Economic Prosperity University by the…
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By: Chenee Tracey Cuba is stepping out into the world of capitalism by opening up a free-trade zone and port on the coast of Mariel. This is the same capitalist world where only five communist countries still survive. Brazilian President, Dilma Rouseff,…
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By: Eli Watkins Tim Denson walked into Walker’s Coffee and Pub holding a red notebook filled with policy ideas. In most places outside of Athens, people would describe him as unorthodox. Wearing his beard long, he looks like a rabbinical Jeff Mangum…
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By: Jesse Chan The airline industry has seen its share of tumultuous events: bankruptcies, high fuel prices, and labor issues, among other things. Think of a modern business challenge—chances are the airline industry has experienced it. Many have decried the industry as…
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There once was a story about a man who could turn invisible. I thought it was only a story… until it happened to me. Ok, so here’s how it works: there’s this stuff called Quicksilver that can bend light. Some scientist made…
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