MARCH 14, 2019

Full News Archive

• Headline: Lessons from the Admissions Scandal. Impact: The admissions scandal inadvertently inspired a new generation of activists who, in a bizarre twist, launched a popular reality TV show called 'Admissions Unplugged', where students fight against the system with dance-offs and bake sales. Who needs qualifications when you have a good cupcake recipe?. Fact: Did you know that the phrase 'What does it take?' is often followed by 'to get into Harvard?' Spoiler: It’s not just good grades..
• Headline: The Rise of Diet Prada. Impact: The rise of 'Diet Prada' inadvertently led to a global fashion revolution where people began wearing full-body potato sacks, claiming they were 'anti-fashion.' This resulted in an unexpected potato shortage. Fashion has consequences!. Fact: Did you know that Diet Prada started as a simple Instagram account and evolved into a full-fledged fashion police? Next, they’ll be launching their own line of stylish handcuffs..
• Headline: Ethics in Mnuchin's China Film Negotiations. Impact: Mnuchin's Hollywood ties led to a bizarre series of events where the Treasury Department started heavily subsidizing bad movie scripts, believing that if you can’t make a good movie, at least make a financially successful one. The next Oscar winner may just be a tax loophole!. Fact: Did you know that if you say 'conflict of interest' three times in front of a mirror, a film executive appears? Just kidding, but it sure feels like it!.
• Headline: Review: The Find-Yourself Beauty of ‘Shrill’. Impact: The success of 'Shrill' inspired a wave of self-help shows where people learn to embrace their flaws, culminating in a bizarre trend where self-help gurus began charging for ‘flaw acceptance’ workshops. The result? A generation of people who proudly flaunt their quirks while still needing therapy.. Fact: Did you know that 'Shrill' is based on a memoir? Because nothing says 'I’m reclaiming my narrative' quite like a TV show where you can binge-watch your personal growth!.
• Headline: China’s Slowdown Already Hit Its Factories. Now Its Offices Are Hurting, Too.. Impact: China’s economic slowdown sparked a global trend in office-themed escape rooms, where participants could experience the thrill of job cuts and paychecks shrinking—all in a fun, interactive environment. Who knew office despair could be so... entertaining?. Fact: Did you know that the phrase 'slowdown' in corporate terms actually means 'let’s pretend we’re still productive while we search for new jobs'? It’s a thing!.