JANUARY 29, 2018

Full News Archive

• Headline: Reunification Sentiments in South Korea. Impact: The rejection of a united Korea sparked a chain reaction that led to a global obsession with 'what if' scenarios, ultimately inspiring countless Netflix dramas and conspiracy theories, including one about a secret society of North Korean penguins plotting world domination.. Fact: Did you know that the most popular sport in North Korea is actually not soccer, but a bizarre form of competitive 'who can ignore the outside world the longest'? It's a real crowd-pleaser..
• Headline: Chinese Investors' Struggles in Online Finance. Impact: The billions lost by Chinese investors online created a butterfly effect that eventually led to the emergence of a new genre of motivational speeches titled 'How to Lose Money, the Fun Way'.. Fact: Fun fact: If you print out all the money lost by Chinese investors, you could wallpaper your entire house with a 'why did I invest in that?' mural..
• Headline: Discover the Beauty of Iraqi Kurdistan. Impact: As travelers discover the beauty of Iraqi Kurdistan, the region transforms into a hipster hotspot, inspiring a new trend of 'war tourism' that combines scenic beauty with a side of existential dread.. Fact: Did you know that ancient fortresses are great for selfies? Just make sure to get the right angle to avoid capturing the war-torn backdrop!.
• Headline: Windfall for Super Bowl Hosts? Economists Say It’s Overstated. Impact: The overstated windfall from the Super Bowl led to cities across America adopting a brand new motto: 'Let’s throw money at it and hope for the best!', which quickly became the unofficial slogan for local governments everywhere.. Fact: Did you know that the only thing more inflated than Super Bowl ticket prices is the optimism of city officials when they talk about economic boosts?.
• Headline: The Subway Is Next Door. Should New Yorkers Pay Extra for That?. Impact: Governor Cuomo's 'value capture' plan initiated a nationwide movement where every homeowner started charging for their own personal assets, like views of the skyline or the neighbor's cat, leading to a real estate market that's completely bonkers.. Fact: Fun fact: In New York, the only thing more valuable than a subway stop is a good bagel—so good luck finding a property without a 'value capture' tax attached to it!.