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HEADLINES ON April 23, 2014
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- Headline: Revolutionizing Dairy Farming with Robotics. Impact: Thanks to farm robotics, cows now have the upper hoof in the milk production game. As they decide when to be milked, we could see a future where cows demand better working conditions, leading to a bovine-led revolution. 'Milk us when we want to be milked!' will be their battle cry.. Fact: Did you know that cows can actually produce more milk when they feel relaxed? So, if you see a cow chilling with a spa day, it’s not just for show—it’s for the milk!.
- Headline: A Cold War Casualty, Hot for Freedom (and Heels). Impact: With 'Hedwig and the Angry Inch' hitting Broadway, the future saw a surge in mainstream acceptance of gender fluidity. Little did they know, this would lead to a chain reaction of other musicals about unconventional stories, making Broadway the most inclusive platform since... well, ever.. Fact: Did you know that 'Hedwig and the Angry Inch' was inspired by a true story of a German transgender singer? Who knew a punk rock musical could bring so many societal issues to light while also being super catchy?.
- Headline: Amid Politics, Obama Drifted Away From Kin. Impact: Obama's complicated family ties became a microcosm of how many of us manage familial relationships, leading to thousands of self-help books about navigating family drama. Who knew that one aunt's passing could spark a trend in family therapy sessions across America?. Fact: Did you know that Malik Obama once ran for office in Kenya? Guess keeping it in the family really does mean running for office, no matter how distant the relation!.