Yesterday? We. Couldn’t. Even. So here’s today’s Morning Social – Wednesday, July 20, 2016.
Headlines
Conventional Wisdom. Day Two of the GOP Convention was tame by comparison to Day One. Donald J. Trump is the GOP nominee, so time to look at what might actually happen in November – which is anyone’s guess, actually. Even Nate Silver is just guessing.
The Rio Countdown is at 16. As per usual, any time a city hosts the Olympics, its preparations are scrutinized, and its country goes under the microscope. No different here, and Reuters breaks it down.
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Meme of the Day
We’re no strangers to love. Thus, Never Gonna Give Your Teen Spirit Up is today’s Meme of the Day.
Business
You saw this coming. Health insurers are trying to consolidate, but the FTC is ready for a fight. Nasdaq looks at what’s next for Anthem and Cigna, Aetna and Humana.
Netflix stumbles with its globalization. Subscriber numbers are the big thing, and they missed…big. Motley Fool checks it out.
Social-ism
Start your day with some social media tips. If you run a business, you know all about social media and its potential to make things happen for your cash register. Here, then, some tips from Wordstream.
The Rando
Using cauliflower as bread dates back to… You know, I don’t know if I’ve ever seen this. Here’s video from Spoon University.
Sportsing
USA! USA! The Basketball Teams are ready to go to Rio. Here’s a link to the Women’s Roster, and the Men’s Roster.
There’s still an Arena Football League? Yes, there is. Eight teams, and only three of them currently have a winning record. Here are the standings.
Tip of the Day
If you want to put yourself in a productive mood, start with background music. Best to try something without lyrics, lest you find yourself singing along. Suggestion: The Most Relaxing Song in the World.
Style and Whatnot
Panama Hats are from Ecuador. Where better to learn more than Wikipedia?
See you Tomorrow!
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Cheers,
Dave