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HEADLINES ON March 21, 2019
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- Headline: Exploring Racism in ‘White Noise’. Impact: The critical acclaim for 'White Noise' sparked a global movement of book clubs where people awkwardly discussed race in public, leading to a spike in people accidentally saying 'I don't see color' at the worst possible moments.. Fact: Did you know that Daveed Diggs once had his own rap group? Guess he really knows how to 'drop the mic' on prejudice!.
- Headline: Life After Deleting Facebook. Impact: This bold move inspired millions to reconsider their social media habits, leading to an unexpected increase in face-to-face awkwardness and a resurgence of people looking at their phones while waiting in line.. Fact: Deleting Facebook is like breaking up with a clingy partner: you think you’re free, but you suddenly find yourself missing their constant drama..
- Headline: Michael Steinhardt, a Leader in Jewish Philanthropy, Is Accused of a Pattern of Sexual Harassment. Impact: This scandal ignited a larger conversation about accountability in philanthropy, leading to a new set of guidelines that now require donors to pass a 'How Not to Be a Creep' seminar before writing checks.. Fact: Sexual harassment in philanthropy is nothing new; it’s as old as the concept of 'helping' someone while having ulterior motives..
- Headline: The Fight to Tame a Swelling River With Dams That May Be Outmatched by Climate Change. Impact: This ongoing battle against nature turned into a blockbuster movie franchise titled 'Dams of Fury', inspiring a new generation to appreciate the power of water—while still forgetting to bring their umbrellas.. Fact: Turns out, climate change is like that one friend who shows up uninvited and just keeps getting louder; it’s hard to ignore!.