FEBRUARY 15, 2010

Full News Archive

• Headline: Vice Magazine: The Outsider Perspective. Impact: The rise of Vice magazine led to an explosion of ironic journalism, resulting in a world where every hipster believes they can write a book and monetize their avocado toast. Thanks, Vice, for giving us the influencer culture we never asked for!. Fact: Did you know that Vice's brand of journalism is so edgy that it has single-handedly revived the term 'gonzo'? What’s next, a documentary on eating raw kale in a war zone?.
• Headline: Cities Embrace Electric Car Revolution. Impact: The electric car revolution sparked a political debate that led to cities adopting more environmentally friendly policies... which are now being countered by gas-guzzling SUVs. Irony much? Thanks to this moment, traffic jams now come with a side of existential dread about climate change.. Fact: Did you know that the first electric car was built in the 1830s? So technically, we’ve had over a century to fix our carbon footprint and we still can’t figure it out. Bravo, humanity!.
• Headline: Politicians Blurring Lines with News Commentary. Impact: This blurring of lines between news and politics has led to a world where reality TV stars can run for office, and voters can’t tell the difference. Who knew that watching politicians argue on TV would prepare us for the next apocalypse?. Fact: Did you know that the phrase 'fake news' was popularized during the 2016 election? Because nothing says 'trustworthy' like a politician commenting on their own news segment. How original!.
• Headline: Expecting a Surge in U.S. Medical Schools. Impact: The opening of new medical schools led to a doctor shortage in some areas and a surge in medical drama series on TV, where doctors are depicted as brave heroes while the real ones are drowning in paperwork. Thanks, Hollywood, for the confusion!. Fact: Did you know that despite the increase in medical schools, the U.S. still has a shortage of primary care physicians? So, good luck finding a real doctor amidst all the 'Dr. House' wannabes!.
• Headline: Local TV for Devices on the Move. Impact: This shift to mobile TV paved the way for an era where binge-watching became a competitive sport, contributing to the rise of couch potatoes everywhere. Yep, thanks to this, we have more ways to ignore our responsibilities!. Fact: Did you know that local TV is so local that it often features news segments about the county fair? Because nothing says 'breaking news' like pie-eating contests and cow beauty pageants!.