JULY 15, 2017

Full News Archive

• Headline: Historic Presidential Visit to U.S. Women's Open. Impact: President Trump attending the U.S. Women’s Open sparked a series of events where golf became the new diplomatic tool. Future presidents began scheduling golf outings with world leaders instead of summits, leading to a global increase in golf course construction and a sharp decline in actual diplomacy. Who needs treaties when you have birdies?. Fact: Did you know that this marked the first time a sitting president attended a golf tournament? Who knew golf could be so presidential? Next thing you know, they'll start playing poker in the Oval Office..
• Headline: Columbia Student Wins Harassment Settlement. Impact: This settlement set off a trend where universities began re-evaluating how they handle sexual assault cases. In a shocking twist, this eventually led to the rise of ‘mattress art’ as a medium for protest, and before you know it, art schools were flooded with mattress-themed exhibits. Who knew bedding could be so political?. Fact: Fun fact: Mattress art became a controversial staple in discussions about sexual assault awareness. Who would have thought that a piece of foam could stir up such a heated debate?.
• Headline: Bill Maher and Fran Lebowitz: Comedy Unplugged. Impact: Bill Maher and Fran Lebowitz's conversation on political correctness triggered a nationwide debate that led to the rise of 'offensive humor' clubs. Comedians everywhere began testing the limits of 'funny'—which somehow resulted in a reality show where they just argue for an hour. Truly, the pinnacle of entertainment.. Fact: Did you know that political correctness in comedy is often seen as a threat? It’s almost like comedians are allergic to the idea of being held accountable for their words. Who knew laughter could be so controversial?.
• Headline: The Lawyer, the Addict. Impact: The death of the attorney ignited a wave of exposés on substance abuse in high-powered professions, which inadvertently led to a new trend where lawyers started bringing therapy dogs to court. Because nothing says 'justice' like a Labrador retriever by your side.. Fact: Did you know that the legal profession has one of the highest rates of substance abuse? Apparently, the pressure of defending criminals can make one feel like they need a little 'liquid courage.'.