MARCH 30, 2018

Full News Archive

• Headline: ABC's Heartland Strategy and 'Roseanne' Return. Impact: The revival of ‘Roseanne’ not only sparked a sitcom renaissance but also led to a rise in plaid shirts and homemade casseroles across the Midwest. Who knew America's comfort food would include nostalgia-fueled ratings?. Fact: Did you know that ‘Roseanne’ was a pioneer in showcasing working-class life on television? And by ‘pioneer,’ I mean it prepared us for the reality of having to explain our Netflix subscriptions to our parents..
• Headline: Pecker's Saudi Ambitions and Trump's Alliance. Impact: David Pecker's dinner with Trump not only solidified media mogul connections but also inadvertently inspired a new reality show: 'The Apprentice: Tabloid Edition,' where contestants battle for the best scandal.. Fact: Did you know that ‘The National Enquirer’ once claimed Elvis was alive and living in a trailer park? Clearly, the truth is subjective when tabloids are involved..
• Headline: Glenda Jackson's Triumphant Return to Theater. Impact: Glenda Jackson’s return to the stage created a time loop of theatrical excellence, inspiring young actors to pursue careers in drama—because who wouldn’t want to take on the weight of a Shakespearean tragedy?. Fact: Did you know that Glenda Jackson served as a Member of Parliament? Because when your acting career peaks, why not try your hand at politics? It’s basically the same emotional range!.
• Headline: Redemption of a Lost Prodigy. Impact: The redemption story of the lost prodigy led to the creation of a new genre of inspirational films about people finding themselves in obscure places, sparking a trend where every boatyard becomes a metaphorical refuge.. Fact: Did you know that violinists are often said to have a ‘string’ attached to their past? In this case, it was just a really bad pun waiting to happen..
• Headline: Silicon Valley Warms to Trump After a Chilly Start. Impact: Silicon Valley's warming to Trump led to a new era of tech CEOs becoming accidental political advisors, proving that sometimes, the best advice comes from people who can barely turn a computer on.. Fact: Did you know that tech companies have more lobbyists than you have friends on Facebook? Just a reminder that social media can’t fix everything, including political relationships..