MARCH 23, 2018

Full News Archive

• Headline: Disney's Frozen Makes Broadway Debut. Impact: The success of 'Frozen' on Broadway led to the rise of countless other animated movie adaptations, resulting in a theater culture where you can't swing a cat without hitting a musical based on a talking animal. Spoiler alert: the cat usually doesn't sing.. Fact: Did you know that 'Frozen' was originally titled 'The Snow Queen'? Guess they figured snowflakes are more marketable than a vengeful queen. Who knew?.
• Headline: Irish Rap: A Cultural Awakening. Impact: The emergence of Irish rap led to an unexpected cultural mash-up where traditional Irish folk tunes and rap battles created a new genre: 'Shamrock Beats'. Soon, you'll see leprechauns spitting bars in the streets.. Fact: Fun fact: the first Irish rap was probably just someone trying to rhyme 'potato' with 'Limerick'. It took them a whole decade to get past that..
• Headline: Challenges for First-Time Home Buyers in 2018. Impact: The struggles of first-time buyers in 2018 inadvertently sparked a wave of DIY home improvement shows. Suddenly, everyone thought they could build a house with just a YouTube tutorial and some duct tape. Spoiler: they couldn't.. Fact: Did you know that the average age of first-time homebuyers continues to rise? At this rate, they'll need a time machine just to afford a down payment..
• Headline: #MeToo Called for an Overhaul. Are Workplaces Really Changing?. Impact: The #MeToo movement catalyzed changes in workplace policies, leading to a world where corporate retreats now feature mandatory yoga and 'feelings sharing' sessions. Because nothing says 'professional' like a group hug.. Fact: Did you know the term 'workplace harassment' was often treated like a mythical creature? Now it’s more like a dragon that companies are trying to slay with policies instead of swords..