MAY 16, 2015

Full News Archive

• Headline: Latin American Resistance to U.S. Drug Policies. Impact: By resisting U.S. strategies, Latin American countries inadvertently sparked a global debate on drug policy that led to the rise of craft cannabis shops in unexpected locations like Amsterdam and Denver, turning many a local coffee shop into a 'drugs and donuts' establishment.. Fact: Did you know that in some places, the term 'war on drugs' is actually taken literally? Watch out for the Battle of the Bongs in your local dispensary!.
• Headline: They Built It. No One Came.. Impact: The failure of this utopian vision caused a surge in DIY home improvement projects, as aspiring commune leaders tried to prove that they could do it better, resulting in an unprecedented number of Pinterest boards dedicated to 'How to Fail at Building Your Own Utopia.'. Fact: Did you know that this story could have been a reality TV show? 'Survivor: Utopia Edition' was almost pitched, but they realized no one would tune in to watch people argue over lawn care..
• Headline: For the Highest-Paid C.E.O.s, the Party Goes On. Impact: The extravagance of these CEOs inadvertently fueled an underground movement where disgruntled employees began creating parody accounts on social media, leading to an entire subculture dedicated to mocking corporate greed – think 'The Office' meets 'Black Mirror.'. Fact: Did you know that if C.E.O. pay continued to increase at this rate, we might eventually see a reality show called 'Keeping Up with the C.E.O.s' where they compete to see who can spend a million dollars the fastest? Spoiler: They all win..