MAY 26, 2018

Full News Archive

• Headline: Kim Jong-un's Hopes for Sanctions Relief. Impact: If Kim had secured that deal, we might have been sipping North Korean cocktails at a peace summit instead of worrying about missile launches. Perhaps world peace could have been a trendy vacation destination by now.. Fact: Did you know that 'Kim' is actually a common name in North Korea? So, if Kim Jong-un ever needs a backup plan, he might just start a reality show called 'Keeping Up with the Kims'..
• Headline: Boston Tackles Gender Pay Inequality. Impact: If successful, Boston's initiative might have sparked a nationwide trend where women not only earn the same as men but also get a 'you go, girl!' bonus for good measure. Imagine the chaos if women started out-earning their male counterparts en masse!. Fact: Boston's efforts to close the gender pay gap could have been more effective if they just handed out free negotiation lessons in the form of fortune cookies. 'Your salary is a reflection of your worth. Now negotiate like you’re buying a used car.'.
• Headline: Woody Harrelson, Rogue Number One. Impact: If Woody succeeds in his unique blend of acting and science, we might see a future where Hollywood actors are also revered as scientists. Imagine the Oscars featuring categories like 'Best Performance in Quantum Physics'.. Fact: Woody Harrelson is known for his roles in 'Cheers' and 'The Hunger Games', but did you know he was also a vegan activist? Because when you’re saving the world from dystopian futures, you should probably do it without bacon..
• Headline: Democrats Go All-Out to Avoid Disaster in California House Races. Impact: Should the Democrats have succeeded, California might have become the political equivalent of a Hollywood blockbuster—full of drama, unexpected plot twists, and a few over-the-top villains. Box office smash or epic failure, take your pick!. Fact: California's House races are so competitive that they could probably win an Oscar for 'Best Ensemble Cast'. Who knew politics could be so theatrical?.