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HEADLINES ON July 23, 2017
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- Headline: Grace's Record-Breaking Day at the Open. Impact: Branden Grace's 62 was so shocking that it caused a surge in golf club sales worldwide, leading to a future where everyone thought they could become a pro. Spoiler: they couldn't.. Fact: Fun fact: Most people think shooting a 62 means you should become a professional golfer, but in reality, it just means you need to buy a better driver..
- Headline: White House Signals Acceptance of Russia Sanctions Bill. Impact: Trump's anger over the sanctions bill led to a new genre of political memes, which in turn inspired a group of teenagers who later became influential political activists. They still can't get over how 'adulting' is just a series of angry tweets.. Fact: Did you know that the best way to feel powerful is to tweet angrily? It’s like flexing but for your thumbs..
- Headline: ‘The Big Sick,’ South Asian Identity and Me. Impact: The discussion around 'The Big Sick' sparked a newfound interest in South Asian narratives, leading to a future where all film festivals feature at least one movie about food and family dynamics. Spoiler: it's always a hit.. Fact: Did you know that movies about food and family always do well? Because deep down, we all just want to be invited to dinner..