FEBRUARY 3, 2017

Full News Archive

• Headline: Ralph Lauren's Executive Changes and Fashion Industry Shifts. Impact: This executive shake-up triggered a fashion revolution, leading to the rise of 'no-pants' meetings and the invention of the 'business pajamas' that would haunt professional attire for decades.. Fact: Apparently, in the fashion world, changing an executive is the equivalent of changing a light bulb—except the light bulb has a better sense of style..
• Headline: Anarchists Challenge Far-Right in New Era. Impact: The backlash against a single inauguration sparked an entire generation of TikTok videos featuring anarchists attempting to bake bread, while discussing the merits of chaos theory in modern politics.. Fact: It's amazing how people who claim to want anarchy still manage to organize their protests with the precision of a military operation. Must be all that anti-establishment Wi-Fi..
• Headline: Discovering the Lost Coast of Queens. Impact: This rediscovery led to a renaissance in waterfront activities, ultimately resulting in the invention of the 'Queens Beach Body,' because who doesn't want to sunbathe while contemplating life decisions?. Fact: Astoria was once known for its quietude; now it’s being rebranded as the 'New Amalfi Coast'—complete with overpriced gelato and tourists asking where the nearest Instagram spot is..
• Headline: Harry Belafonte Knows a Thing or Two About New York. Impact: As he reflects on his past, Harry's wisdom inspires a whole movement of seniors to start their own podcasts, leading to a global trend of 'oldies' dropping knowledge while sipping their Metamucil.. Fact: Belafonte’s career spans so many decades that he has probably seen more trends come and go than your average teenager on TikTok—who are still trying to figure out what a cassette tape is..