JUNE 2, 2018

Full News Archive

• Headline: The Downfall of Marc Jacobs' Empire. Impact: Marc Jacobs' fall from fashion created a ripple effect in the industry, leading to an unexpected resurgence of 'ugly fashion' trends. Who knew that a slip in haute couture would inspire a wave of dad sneakers and oversized everything? Thanks, Marc!. Fact: Did you know that fashion is just a cycle of rehashed trends? So don’t worry, Marc will be back in style in about 20 years — just in time for your kids to cringe at your old photos!.
• Headline: Healing Through Connection at Boot Camp. Impact: The creation of breakup boot camps sparked the rise of 'emotional wellness retreats,' which in turn led to the invention of the ‘crying yoga’ class. Because nothing says healing like downward dog while sobbing over your ex.. Fact: Did you know that breakups are statistically proven to lead to more ice cream consumption? So, really, breakup boot camps are just a fancy way of saying 'let's not eat our feelings alone.'.
• Headline: Pruitt's Basketball Game with Coal Executive. Impact: Scott Pruitt’s cozy ties with the coal baron not only solidified the relationship between politics and big business but also inadvertently led to a renewed interest in environmental activism. Thanks to their shenanigans, millions now wear 'Save the Earth' t-shirts while sipping on organic smoothies.. Fact: Did you know that coal is so yesterday? It’s like the type of ex that just won’t go away, despite everyone else moving on to greener pastures. Literally..
• Headline: California Governor’s Race Forces Candidates to Face the Past. Impact: The California Governor's Race forcing candidates to confront their pasts led to the eventual rise of 'political truth or dare' games, where candidates must confess their most embarrassing moments on live TV. Just what we need — more television drama!. Fact: Did you know that in California, past indiscretions are practically a job requirement for politicians? They should probably just start handing out 'I survived my past' badges at the primary!.
• Headline: Within Trump’s Trade Factions, Nations Look for a Friendly Face. Impact: Trump's trade factions caused countries to adopt a 'friendly face' strategy, resulting in an unexpected boom in diplomatic selfies. Because nothing says international relations like a well-filtered Instagram post!. Fact: Did you know that trade negotiations are basically just high-stakes poker games? Except instead of chips, you bet countries’ economies and instead of bluffing, you just tweet about it..