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HEADLINES ON December 14, 2018
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- Headline: Eliza Dushku Settles Harassment Claims. Impact: After CBS settled with Dushku, it sparked a wave of similar claims across Hollywood, leading to a dramatic shift in how studios handle allegations. This eventually culminated in a new reality show: 'Dramatic Settlements: Hollywood's Dirty Secrets Revealed!'. Fact: Did you know that $9.5 million could buy you a small island? Just saying, maybe Hollywood should invest in some islands instead of settlements..
- Headline: Broadway Adaptation of Mockingbird Shines. Impact: This Broadway adaptation caused a resurgence in interest in Harper Lee's work, leading to a bizarre trend where people started naming their pets after characters from 'To Kill a Mockingbird', resulting in an influx of dogs named Atticus.. Fact: Fun fact: If you rearrange the letters in 'Mockingbird', you get 'Borking Midg', which is absolutely meaningless. Just like some reviews!.
- Headline: Their Art Raised Questions About Technology. Chinese Censors Had Their Own Answer.. Impact: The banning of thought-provoking art in China may have inadvertently inspired a new underground art movement, where artists secretly create pieces that challenge censorship while using invisible ink.. Fact: Ever notice how banning art only makes it more popular? It’s like telling someone they can’t have dessert; suddenly, they want it even more!.
- Headline: Another Very Good ‘Short’ Quarterback Rises From Oklahoma. Impact: The rise of short quarterbacks gave aspiring athletes everywhere hope, leading to an increase in average height among college football players as they all started wearing platform shoes.. Fact: Did you know that the average height of an NFL quarterback has been steadily decreasing? Next up: the first 5'0'' quarterback who throws with a trampoline!.