MAY 21, 2012

Full News Archive

• Headline: Revolutionizing Work with Asana. Impact: Asana's creation led to a corporate revolution, where employees began using to-do lists instead of actual communication, resulting in the rise of the phrase 'let's circle back' being used so often it became a universal language.. Fact: Did you know that Asana is the Sanskrit word for 'seat'? Because that's exactly where you'll find most of its users—sitting on their butts, procrastinating..
• Headline: Theme Park Rivalry Heats Up. Impact: The theme park rivalry escalated to such an extent that it resulted in the creation of a new subculture: Theme Park Enthusiasts who now have stronger opinions on roller coasters than on the economy.. Fact: Did you know that the last time Universal and Disney fought, it ended with a water balloon fight and a lot of soggy costumes? No? Well, that’s probably because it didn’t happen, but wouldn't it be fun?.
• Headline: Men Occupying Female-Dominated Jobs Rise. Impact: This shift had such a profound historical impact that it caused a timeline where men in nursing uniforms became the new fashion statement, leading to an unexpected rise in medical drama TV shows featuring male nurses as heartthrobs.. Fact: Did you know that before this trend, the only ‘he-men’ in nursing were in soap operas? At least now they have actual jobs!.
• Headline: A Stranger in Beckett Land. Impact: The play's themes of loneliness and connection inspired a generation of existential philosophers who now spend their days pondering the meaning of life in coffee shops instead of getting real jobs.. Fact: Did you know that 'Beckettian' is now a term used to describe anyone who spends too much time staring blankly at their coffee? Welcome to the club!.
• Headline: Deal Expands Chinese Influence on Hollywood. Impact: Wanda Group's acquisition of AMC set off a chain reaction that made popcorn prices skyrocket, leading to the great 'Popcorn Wars' of the 2020s, where cinema-goers were forced to choose between their wallets and their snack cravings.. Fact: Did you know that with this deal, AMC's new motto became 'We take your money, and then we take your money again'? Catchy, right?.