JANUARY 5, 2017

Full News Archive

• Headline: Record Vehicle Sales Raise Industry Concerns. Impact: The surge in auto sales in 2016 led to an unprecedented production boom, which in turn prompted a nationwide obsession with car culture. This obsession eventually spiraled into a reality TV show where participants raced across America in their cars while trying to avoid potholes and traffic jams. The winner? A guy named Gary who just wanted to find the best taco truck.. Fact: Did you know that the average American spends about 38 hours a year stuck in traffic? That's practically a vacation in some parts of the world!.
• Headline: Trump and Assange Join Forces on Hacking Claims. Impact: The unlikely alliance between Trump and Assange reshaped the landscape of political discourse. It sparked a trend where conspiracy theories became the new currency in politics, leading to the rise of 'alternative fact' influencers, who now have more followers than cat videos. Congratulations, society!. Fact: Did you know that Julian Assange once said he'd release evidence of aliens if he got bored? Spoiler: He’s still bored..
• Headline: Republicans’ Plan to Repeal ACA. Impact: The Republican plan to repeal the Affordable Care Act ignited a national debate that would eventually lead to more 'healthcare plan' memes than actual plans. It also paved the way for the rise of DIY health insurance schemes, where people traded goats for check-ups. Welcome to modern healthcare, folks!. Fact: Did you know that the Affordable Care Act was nicknamed 'Obamacare'? Because nothing says 'I care about your health' like a political nickname!.
• Headline: Falcons, Drones, Data: A Winery Battles Climate Change. Impact: As wineries began battling climate change with drones and falcons, they inadvertently kickstarted a trend in 'eco-friendly' winemaking that led to the first-ever 'Wine-lympics.' Events include grape stomping and falcon flying, where the champions are celebrated with organic vegan cheese platters.. Fact: Did you know that drones are now more common in vineyards than actual vineyard workers? Next, they'll be serving the wine too!.
• Headline: Review: Debbie Reynolds and Carrie Fisher, at Home in ‘Bright Lights’. Impact: The documentary on Debbie Reynolds and Carrie Fisher reignited a global appreciation for family dynamics in Hollywood, leading to a surge in overly emotional family reunion films. Soon, everyone was trying to cash in on their own family drama, but with less talent and more awkwardness. Thanks, HBO!. Fact: Did you know that Carrie Fisher was a script doctor? She could fix your script while simultaneously telling you why it's a disaster. Talk about multitasking!.