MARCH 1, 2017

Full News Archive

• Headline: Sexual Bias Allegations Against Sterling Jewelers. Impact: After this scandal, jewelers everywhere began requiring sensitivity training for their employees. As a result, the once-popular phrase 'diamonds are a girl's best friend' was replaced with 'make sure you ask for consent first.'. Fact: Did you know that the jewelry industry is often more about sparkles than ethics? Who knew that a diamond could be both a symbol of love and a manifestation of workplace harassment?.
• Headline: Jewish Community Threats Spark Federal Investigation. Impact: The climate of fear during this era resulted in a surge of community solidarity initiatives among American Jews, which unexpectedly led to the creation of a popular street food festival called 'Bagels Against Hate.'. Fact: It’s interesting how threats can sometimes unify communities. But let’s be real: who knew a bagel could be a symbol of resistance? Delicious!.
• Headline: Review: In ‘The Skin of Our Teeth,’ the End of the World as We Know It. Impact: This revival sparked a global trend of apocalyptic-themed theater productions. By 2025, every major city had at least one play featuring climate change, leading to the emergence of a new genre: 'Doomsday Dramas.'. Fact: Did you know that Thornton Wilder originally wrote this play in 1941? Apparently, people have been fretting about the end of the world long before climate change became a trending topic!.
• Headline: Ever a Showman, Donald Trump Keeps Washington Guessing. Impact: Trump's unexpected speech created a ripple effect that inspired other politicians to ditch their prepared speeches in favor of off-the-cuff remarks, leading to a new era of 'political improv' that left constituents both baffled and entertained.. Fact: Did you ever think you'd see the day when political speeches were reminiscent of stand-up comedy? Next thing you know, politicians will be battling it out on a reality show called 'The Real Housemates of Capitol Hill!'.