It seems inescapable. Every street corner, local landmark, and public park seems overrun. I've never known my friends to like walking this much -- in fact, they hate it. Pokémon Go has even found its way into public conversation on the news because people are currently using it more than Facebook and Snapchat. I went to the Santa Monica Pier and while watching the concert, you can see the screens ahead of you filming and taking photos of the performers on stage. Imagine my surprise when I looked towards the front and saw people with raised phones trying to connect to Pokémon Go. Although I am all for trying new trends; I also believe in a healthy amount of reality. So here are 10 things you missed this week because of Pokémon Go.
1. The Sidewalk Curb
Okay, so the first curb trip was a surprise, but the third time you tripped it felt more like the ground was out to get you. Don't give up though on these Pokémon; just look up more frequently or go in a herd.
2. The Nation Turkey Almost Looses Its Head
Turkey is currently facing tumultuous times due to an attempted military coup. Military coups have occurred before in the history of Turkey, but for this particular attempt martial law has been declared. President Erdogan's hold on the country remains in precarious balance (New York Times).
3. A New British Prime Minister
As of July 13th 2016, Theresa May is the new British Prime Minister. Her current struggle stems from Brexit, which occurred under former Prime Minister David Cameron. She has currently chosen a few cabinet members of her own, but it is much too soon to decide anything about her Prime Minister leadership style (CNN).
4. Tesla Crash Raises Questions
This week has certainly been a busy time for Tesla. A customer recently claimed that their car crashed while on autopilot, but the company has strictly denounced such claims. Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla even took to Twitter to dispel the accusation (CNN).
5. Isis Attack Fails: Muslim Man Saves Lives
Above is the picture of Najih Shaker Al-Baldawi, a hero in the truest form. He sacrificed his life to save others from an Isis suicide bomber. Al-Baldawi hugged the bomber and saved countless lives by exposing himself to the blast. His quick thinking and act of bravery helped to shield others and lessen the intended outcome of the bomber. A hero against one of the most dangerous groups in our current history, it took only one man to ruin their attack. This is a story that should definitely have more attention, especially in mainstream media. A true man of his religion who made a statement against Isis. Thank you Najih Shaker Al-Baldaw and may your bravery be remembered (India Times).
6. One Winning Ticket For Mega Millions Lottery
There was only one winning ticket (so far), sold in Indiana for over $540 million dollars. The ticket was for the Mega Millions jackpot. Congratulations whoever you are and I hope that you kept your ticket (NBC)!
7. Terrorist Attack In France
A truck was used to kill over a dozen people in Nice, France. The rental truck killed and injured many unsuspecting victims, with a main connecting factor that they were all present in Nice for a day of celebration. France has already suffered severe losses from terrorist attacks this year (New York Times).
8. Rio 2016 Reveals 13 Posters
As we draw closer to the 2016 summer Olympic Games, more artwork and preparations are becoming unveiled to the public. Unlike the usual, there are multiple posters that showcase a variety of Brazilian (and one Columbian) artists (Paste).
9. Warren Buffet Donates Billions To Charities
Warren Buffet, the American investor as well as philanthropist, has just donated more than a billion dollars to charity. In fact he has donated over two billion dollars worth of stock. He is part of an effort where billionaires pledge to give away most of their money/wealth before they die or within their will (CNN).
10. The Front Door
Either due to reading this article, checking an email, or Pokémon Go, you probably just walked into a glass door. If anything you tried to pull when it said push. Have a good time, but not at the expense of common knowledge.
