The Year of 2015
by Ella Donley
Biggest Stories
The Eurasian Union is formed
The Eurasian Union (EAU) is a political and economic union consisting of Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia and Kyrgyzstan which creates a single economic market of 171 million people and a gross domestic product of US$3 trillion. It was officially established in January of 2015.
The first self-regulating artificial heart
In 2013 French Professor Alain Carpentier created a self-regulating heart with electronic sensors and microprocessors and by 2015, after a period of clinical trials, it is available within the European Union.
Three Coordinated Attacks by ISIS Kill Dozens in Paris
ISIS launches three coordinated attacks in Paris, killing 129 people and wounding hundreds on November 13th 2015.
All Military Combat Roles Now Open for Women
The Pentagon announces that all combat jobs will be open to women on December 3rd 2015.
Supreme Court Rules for Same-Sex Marriage
The Court rules in Obergefell v. Hodges that same-sex couples have the fundamental right to marry and that states cannot say that marriage is reserved for heterosexual couples on June 26th 2015.
Companies that Marketed themselves best
Beats by Dr. Dre
Beats marketed themselves well in 2015 by stylishly showing the bonds between music and sports. Beats’ headphones grew because of word of mouth, influencers like LeBron James, and co-marketing deals with phone makers, car makers, and others.
Lego
Lego created the movie The Lego Movie which was a huge success, becoming a $468 million global hit. Lego also released a continuous onslaught of content online at Lego.com, clever licensing deals (including Guardians of the Galaxy) and plans for Lego Movie 2.
Best Products
Apple MacBook Air 13-Inch
The 13-inch Apple Macbook Air is the best midrange ultraporable laptop of 2015. It has a battery life of 17.5 hours, lightweight design, and quick performance.
Apple iPhone 6s
The iPhone 6s has the fastest mobile processor, the best third-party apps, terrific LTE network support, a pressure-sensitive screen that could enable new gaming and creativity apps, and has the best size at 4.7 inches.
Worst Products
Hoverboards
Hoverboards run on battery power and can be directed by leaning forward or back, or by putting your weight on one foot to turn. They're stabilized by gyroscopes that keep you upright.
Google Glass
Google Glass owners could use their specs' specs to: remind the wearer of appointments and calendar events, alert the wearer to social networking activity or text messages, give turn-by-turn directions, and many other features.
Top Movies
Star Wars
The marketers of Star Wars marketed the movie by producing many different commercials and billboards and products promoting the movie. Another factor that increased crowds was how they included some of the original characters that everyone loved.
Pitch Perfect 2
To promote this movie the marketers released some of the music from the movie as well as having the cast members go on shows to advertise the movie. They also created many commercials and billboards.
Top Musical Artists
Adele
In 2015 Adele dropped a new album and the song "Hello" became an instant hit. She marketed her music by releasing it to the radio along with iTunes and other music companies and performing at concerts and events.
Justin Bieber
Justin Bieber once again went to the top of the charts with his new album "Purpose". He marketed his music by performing at concerts and events and going on talk shows to promote his music.
Most Influential People
Kim Kardashian West
In 2015 Kim had over 31 million followers on Twitter and 29 million on Instagram. She influenced the population through social media and her television show Keeping up with the Kardashians.
Angela Merkel
She became the first female chancellor of Germany and helped Germany to reach diplomatic decisions in dealing with many counties including Ukraine and Russia.
Pope Francis
Pope Francis instilled a new sense of human-centerdness in the papacy, and has announced that the church has nonjudgmental views on issues such as sexual orientation and divorce. Because of his actions he brought hope to millions of Roman Catholics throughout the world.
Jerry Brown
Brown is a medical director of the Eternal Love Winning Africa Hospital, and through his work in treating Ebola patients and search for a cure he has given hope to all of those effected with the virus.
Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift writes her music herself and speaks from the heart about how people should be happy with who they are. Her music brings hope to many and she speaks to kids about growing up.
New Years Resolutions
This year I will try to start each day more positively and convey a more positive attitude throughout the day. I will also focus on spending more time with my family and friends instead of going on my phone. In school I will pay more attention in class and not procrastinate on my homework.
Works Cited
- http://www.futuretimeline.net/21stcentury/2015.htm#electric-cars-trend-2015
- http://www.infoplease.com/news/2015/current-events/world_nov.html
- http://www.fastcompany.com/3041640/most-innovative-companies-2015/the-worlds-top-10-most-innovative-companies-of-2015-in-advert
- http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2494762,00.asp
- http://electronics.howstuffworks.com/gadgets/other-gadgets/project-glass2.htm
- http://time.com/collection/2015-time-100/