JUNE 17, 2010

Full News Archive

• Headline: Niger Delta's Ongoing Oil Spill Crisis. Impact: The oil spills in the Niger Delta became a catalyst for environmental activism worldwide. Little did they know, the rise of social media in the 21st century would lead to people tweeting about their avocado toast while ignoring the plight of those affected by pollution. So, thanks, oil spills, for making us all feel guilty while we scroll!. Fact: Did you know that oil spills can sometimes lead to the creation of entire new ecosystems? Just kidding—it's mostly just a toxic wasteland..
• Headline: Debate Over Sexual Desire Pill Intensifies. Impact: This debate on sexual desire sparked a revolution where women began to demand more from their partners. Fast forward a few decades, and now we have the 'Netflix and Chill' generation, who are still trying to figure out what 'chill' really means. Talk about a slippery slope!. Fact: Did you know that the most marketed pill for sexual desire is just a fancy way of saying, 'We have a pill for everything, including your lack of interest in me'?.
• Headline: Housing Market Faces Increased Buyer Resistance. Impact: The picky buyers in the housing market inadvertently triggered a nationwide obsession with DIY home improvement shows. Now, everyone thinks they can turn a fixer-upper into a palace—until they realize they can't even hang a picture straight. Thanks, picky buyers!. Fact: Did you know that the only thing slower than the housing market is a snail trying to cross the street? At least one is cute..
• Headline: Redoing Those ’80s ’Dos. Impact: The resurgence of ‘80s hairstyles led to a trend of ironic fashion where people began to embrace their cringe-worthy pasts. Who knew that mullets and neon scrunchies would come back to haunt us like a bad '80s sitcom? Thanks, barbers!. Fact: Did you know that if you wear an '80s hairstyle long enough, it eventually becomes vintage? Just like the bad decisions we made back then!.
• Headline: In China, Labor Movement Enabled by Technology. Impact: The labor movement in China, aided by technology, sparked a global reconsideration of workers' rights. This ripple effect has led to more memes about 'working hard or hardly working' than we ever needed. Thank you, technology, for giving us both empowerment and distractions!. Fact: Did you know that the term 'labor movement' has nothing to do with dancing? If it did, at least it would be more entertaining!.