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- Headline: Prince Harry's Modern Royal Wedding. Impact: Harry's decision to marry Meghan Markle not only reshaped the royal family's future but also sparked a global trend of 'normal' people marrying into royalty. Soon, we may even see a barista become the King of England. Hold onto your lattes!. Fact: Did you know that marrying a commoner is a royal tradition? It started with King Henry VIII, who famously swapped his crown for a few wives who were decidedly less than royal..
- Headline: Meredith Sale Triggers Employee Concerns. Impact: Time Inc.'s sale to Meredith, backed by Koch Industries, set off a chain reaction in media consolidation. Soon, your local paper might be run by an alien corporation, and you’ll have to subscribe to 'Space News' to stay informed.. Fact: Fun fact: The merger meant that the same company that owns Time also owns the 'smutty' tabloids. So, if you want breaking news, just check the latest celebrity gossip!.
- Headline: Prince's Arrest Shakes Saudi Business Landscape. Impact: The arrest of Prince Alwaleed bin Talal created such a stir that it led to a new wave of investment caution in Saudi Arabia. Soon, investors will be Googling 'Saudi Arabia' before committing, just like you do before a first date.. Fact: Prince Alwaleed is often referred to as the 'Warren Buffett of the Middle East.' But unlike Buffett, he may not be able to invest from a prison cell. Talk about a bad day at the office!.
- Headline: Review: In ‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,’ a Comic Asks, Take My Strife, Please. Impact: The success of 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel' led to a renaissance of female-driven comedy, causing a surge in women taking the stage—some of whom might even end up telling jokes about men’s inability to ask for directions. Who knew comedy could be this powerful?. Fact: Did you know that the show has been praised for its authentic portrayal of 1950s New York? But it's really just an excuse for the writers to use a lot of fancy vintage outfits and call it research..
- Headline: Grammy Nominations 2018: Jay-Z and Kendrick Lamar Lead the Way. Impact: Jay-Z and Kendrick Lamar leading Grammy nominations triggered a major shift in the music industry, leading to a flood of hip-hop artists trying to one-up each other. Soon, we might see rappers trading verses with philosophers. Who's ready for 'Wisdom Beats'?. Fact: Fun fact: The Grammy Awards are notorious for snubbing artists, so Jay-Z and Kendrick might want to invest in a good trophy case just in case they're left empty-handed again!.