MAY 9, 2017

Full News Archive

• Headline: N.Y.P.D. Revamps Community Safety Feedback System. Impact: By asking New Yorkers how they're doing, the N.Y.P.D. inadvertently set off a nationwide trend where every organization started conducting surveys on their effectiveness. Fast forward to 2042, and companies are sending out daily 'How are we doing?' texts that cause mass existential crises.. Fact: Surveys are just like horoscopes—everyone seems to think they know what they mean, but in the end, it's all about the interpretation..
• Headline: Sinclair's Tribune Acquisition Raises Concerns. Impact: Sinclair acquiring Tribune was the moment when conspiracy theorists collectively gasped, leading to an uptick in homemade tinfoil hats. This ultimately resulted in a spike in the market for headwear that protects against mind control.. Fact: The real power of media mergers isn't in the content, but in the ability to convince millions that pineapple on pizza is an acceptable choice..
• Headline: Sally Yates Tells Senators She Warned Trump About Michael Flynn. Impact: Sally Yates' warning about Flynn was like the canary in the coal mine, but instead of saving lives, it led to a series of unfortunate events in U.S. politics that somehow made reality TV seem even more appealing. Welcome to the circus!. Fact: In the world of politics, a warning is about as effective as a fire drill in a burning building—everyone knows what they should do, but panic usually ensues anyway..