AUGUST 1, 2018

Full News Archive

• Headline: Empathetic Harmony in Central Park’s Twelfth Night. Impact: This delightful production of 'Twelfth Night' led to a sudden surge in empathy across the globe, causing multiple political leaders to awkwardly attempt to understand their constituents. Spoiler alert: it didn't go well.. Fact: Shakespeare probably never imagined his comedies would be performed in Central Park, where the only confusion is whether to bring a picnic or a sense of dignity..
• Headline: China's Soft Power Through Leisure Projects. Impact: China's ski slopes and spas inadvertently inspired a worldwide trend of luxury relaxation. Suddenly, 'influencing friends' turned into yoga retreats, and world leaders began negotiating peace over green smoothies.. Fact: Turns out, building a spa was the secret ingredient to winning hearts—and possibly a few wallets—over making roads. Who knew geopolitics could be so... cozy?.
• Headline: A Rock Band Flirts With German Taboos, and Finds a Huge Following. Impact: Frei.Wild's rise to fame encouraged other bands to embrace taboos, which inadvertently led to an annual festival where all the problematic lyrics are celebrated in a bizarre yet oddly popular event called 'TabooFest.'. Fact: Who knew that flirting with taboos could launch a band to fame? Take note, aspiring musicians: maybe your next hit should involve some questionable sentiments and a catchy beat!.