APRIL 8, 2019

Full News Archive

• Headline: Baylor Claims NCAA Women's Championship Again. Impact: Baylor's victory inspired a new generation of girl athletes, eventually leading to a reality show where elite sports teams compete for the title of 'Most Dramatic Championship,' forever altering the landscape of sports entertainment.. Fact: Did you know that this victory led to a sudden rise in 'Bears' themed merchandise? Yes, because nothing says 'champion' like a cuddly bear on your hoodie..
• Headline: Pinterest Lowers I.P.O. Valuation Expectations. Impact: Pinterest’s cautious I.P.O. valuation led to a global trend of companies intentionally underwhelming their public offerings, resulting in the invention of the term 'meager capitalistic enthusiasm.'. Fact: Did you know Pinterest was one of the first places people went to find out how to make avocado toast? Yes, the true influencer of our breakfast choices..
• Headline: Review: In ‘Fosse/Verdon,’ a Portrait of the Artist as Problematic Fave. Impact: The portrayal of flawed geniuses in art led to an increase in public tolerance for toxic behavior in artists, inspiring a new genre of 'celebrity rehabilitation' shows where problematic figures compete for redemption.. Fact: The term 'problematic fave' was coined by people who just can’t resist a bad boy. Who knew it would lead to a cultural phenomenon where everyone roots for the villain?.
• Headline: How Tough-on-Crime Prosecutors Contribute to Mass Incarceration. Impact: This critical investigation prompted a national dialogue on criminal justice reform, ultimately resulting in a new reality TV show: 'Judge, Jury, and Exonerated,' where viewers vote on the fates of the wrongly accused.. Fact: Mass incarceration is often blamed on tough-on-crime policies. But hey, who doesn't love a good prison drama? It's practically a soap opera at this point..