NOVEMBER 12, 2010

Full News Archive

• Headline: New Condos Blend Modern and Historic Design. Impact: The new condos, with their old-timey facades, inspire a resurgence of nostalgia that leads to a global trend of retro-themed coffee shops. Little do they know, this ultimately leads to a world obsessed with artisanal toast and overpriced lattes.. Fact: Did you know that 'old look' can cost three times as much as 'new look'? It's like vintage clothing but for buildings—only with more concrete and fewer hipsters..
• Headline: Chinese Activism and Mental Health Confinements. Impact: The rising number of assertive activists in mental wards creates a ripple effect that leads to the establishment of a 'Mental Health Awareness Day'—ironically, the only day people remember to check on their friends' mental health.. Fact: Did you know that mentally imprisoning assertive individuals tends to backfire? It’s almost like they don’t appreciate being silenced. Crazy, right?.
• Headline: Cultures Unite Amidst Globalization Tensions. Impact: The cultural tug-of-war in Corsica inspires a series of viral videos featuring locals attempting to dance to both traditional and pop music, leading to a global dance craze that confuses everyone and unites them through sheer awkwardness.. Fact: Did you know that separatism is just another form of 'keeping it real'? Because nothing says 'we're different' like wearing the same trendy clothes while arguing about it..
• Headline: Newsweek and Daily Beast Have a Deal. Impact: The partnership between Newsweek and Daily Beast signals the start of an era where print media begins to merge with online news—leading to the creation of some truly bizarre hybrid articles that nobody reads but everyone pretends to care about.. Fact: Did you know that merging two publications is like throwing a party with your ex and your current partner? Awkward, confusing, and somehow, a little tragic..
• Headline: Start-Ups Follow Twitter, and Become Neighbors. Impact: As start-ups flock to the same building as Twitter, it inadvertently creates a bizarre ecosystem where every company feels compelled to tweet their every thought, leading to a future where no one can take a coffee break without being live-tweeted.. Fact: Did you know that co-working spaces are just glorified communal therapy sessions for entrepreneurs? 'I’m not sure if I’m innovating or just really tired of my own ideas.'.