JUNE 30, 2016

Full News Archive

• Headline: The E.U. and Perceptions of Democracy. Impact: The E.U. being democratic but feeling like a bureaucracy nightmare sparked a wave of memes across Europe, with citizens jokingly suggesting they could vote for a new favorite cheese instead of politicians. This ultimately led to the rise of cheese-themed political parties, which somehow gained traction in the 2020 elections.. Fact: In a 2017 survey, more people trusted their local barista over their national government. Coffee: the true ruler of the people..
• Headline: Turkey Faces ISIS Retaliation Threat. Impact: Turkey's dual role as a shopping hub and a battleground led to an unexpected rise in demand for tactical gear at local bazaar stalls, where ISIS merchandise became a bizarre tourist attraction, much to the chagrin of local artisans.. Fact: The term 'conduit' was originally used to describe plumbing systems, but it seems it has now found a more sinister application in the world of global conflict..
• Headline: Siege on ISIS Stronghold in Libya. Impact: The siege on ISIS in Libya distracted the world from the fact that local wildlife was staging its own coup. Reports of organized meerkat protests emerged, demanding rights to their habitats, proving that nature too can have a sense of timing.. Fact: Libya is home to the world's largest desert, the Sahara, which is a great reminder that when it comes to conflict, geography really doesn't care about your plans..
• Headline: The Trio to Rio. Impact: The Luik sisters qualifying for the Olympics led to a sudden spike in triplet-themed competitions across the globe, where siblings attempted to outdo each other in absurd challenges, such as synchronized napping and three-legged races.. Fact: One in every 100 births results in triplets, which explains why family reunions can sometimes feel like a scene out of a sitcom..
• Headline: Refugees Encounter a Foreign Word: Welcome. Impact: The warm Canadian welcome for Syrian refugees inadvertently initiated a new trend of 'Welcome Parties' where communities began throwing elaborate celebrations for every new arrival, leading to a shortage of balloons and a spike in cake consumption.. Fact: Canada's commitment to welcoming refugees has made it the only country where you can be greeted at the airport with both a warm hug and a slice of homemade pie..