APRIL 2, 2019

Full News Archive

• Headline: Hannah Gadsby Returns with 'Douglas'. Impact: Hannah Gadsby's return to stand-up led to a renaissance in comedy where vulnerability became the currency of humor. This sparked a new generation of comedians who cried on stage, creating a butterfly effect that eventually resulted in a reality show called 'Cry Laugh Repeat'.. Fact: Did you know that Gadsby’s boldness in comedy has inspired countless people to air their grievances in a public forum? Who knew therapy could come with a punchline?.
• Headline: Arctic Oil Secrets Uncovered in Ohio. Impact: The revelation of hidden oil riches in Ohio could lead to a new gold rush, causing a spike in hipster baristas trying to make ‘oil lattes’ in a bid to cash in on the trend. The next big thing? Sustainable oil drilling.. Fact: Did you know that Ohio’s oil history is so rich, even the squirrels are trying to get in on the action? Just wait until they start their own drilling companies..
• Headline: Amid Bitcoin Uncertainty, ‘the Smart Money Knows That Crypto Is Not Ready’. Impact: The uncertainty in cryptocurrency led to a dramatic shift in financial investments, prompting a resurgence in people investing in actual rocks. Yes, you heard that right—geology is the new black!. Fact: Fun fact: Bitcoin enthusiasts were convinced they were the next big thing—too bad they didn’t realize they were just a passing fad, like low-rise jeans..
• Headline: Trump Retreats on Health Care After McConnell Warns It Won’t Happen. Impact: Trump's retreat on healthcare led to the rise of a new political phrase: 'Promises are like balloons—easy to inflate, but oh so easy to pop!' This changed the landscape of political discourse forever, or at least until the next shiny object came along.. Fact: Did you know that healthcare promises are about as reliable as a weather forecast? Spoiler: It’s usually cloudy with a chance of disappointment..