SEPTEMBER 2, 2015

Full News Archive

• Headline: Crude Oil Prices Plummet Following Surge. Impact: The tumble in crude oil prices led to a chain reaction of job cuts and increased unemployment, which ultimately resulted in a surge of 'I can't believe I used to pay that much for gas' memes in the 2020s.. Fact: Did you know that the last time crude oil prices tumbled this much, it was just a sign that the world was about to go on a gas-guzzling binge? Who needs savings when you can fill up your tank for cheap?.
• Headline: Empathy for Ashley Madison Breach Victims. Impact: The Ashley Madison hack not only led to a wave of public empathy but also spawned an unexpected increase in online security measures. Who would have thought infidelity would lead to a tech boom?. Fact: Did you know that the phrase 'What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas' was almost replaced by 'What happens on Ashley Madison stays on the internet forever' after this scandal?.
• Headline: Migrant Crisis Gives Germany Familiar Role in Another European Drama. Impact: Germany's role in the migrant crisis reaffirmed its position as the EU's go-to parent figure, which led to a series of awkward family reunions at the European Union Thanksgiving dinner.. Fact: Did you know that being the 'adult in the room' in EU politics comes with a side of eye rolls and a ton of unsolicited advice from the rest of the members?.
• Headline: Stephen Colbert, the Late Night Hope. Impact: Colbert's takeover of 'The Late Show' not only brought a fresh perspective to late-night television but also set off a wave of comedians trying to revive their careers by announcing their own late-night gigs. Spoiler: most of them didn't make it.. Fact: Did you know that the real reason CBS hired Colbert was to finally find someone who could make politics funny again? Turns out, it's a much harder job than it looks!.