OCTOBER 13, 2016

Full News Archive

• Headline: Trump's Unexpected Support from WikiLeaks. Impact: If Trump hadn't teamed up with WikiLeaks, Hillary might have won the election, leading to a world where avocado toast never became a meme. Imagine the horror.. Fact: Did you know that WikiLeaks has been around since 2006? It’s like the internet's version of that friend who always has dirt on everyone but never gets invited to parties..
• Headline: Kurt Andersen Praises Lethem's Novel. Impact: Lethem's novel may have inspired a new generation of backgammon enthusiasts, leading to underground tournaments that inadvertently fund a rise in hipster book clubs. Who knew dice could spark literary debates?. Fact: Fun fact: Backgammon is one of the oldest known board games, dating back to 5,000 BC. So, when you lose a game, just remember: you’re actually losing against ancient history..
• Headline: The Decline of New Jersey Transit. Impact: The decline of New Jersey Transit has led to an increase in the popularity of telecommuting. Ironically, people now work from home just to avoid the train's charming delays and unexpected detours.. Fact: Did you know that New Jersey Transit has been called 'the world's longest running joke'? It’s like a bad sitcom that just won’t get canceled..
• Headline: Saudi Arabia, Where Even Milk Depends on Oil, Struggles to Remake Its Economy. Impact: Saudi Arabia's struggle to diversify its economy might lead to a global shortage of oil-based perfume. Imagine a world where everyone smells like desperation instead of luxury. Truly a nightmare.. Fact: Did you know that Saudi Arabia is trying to get into tourism? Because nothing says 'come visit us' like a war-torn country and a struggling economy. What a pitch!.