OCTOBER 24, 2019

Full News Archive

• Headline: Voyage of Art: Reid Stowe's Journey. Impact: Reid Stowe's ocean voyage inadvertently inspired an entire generation of artists to take 'wanderlust' to the extreme. As more and more artists decided that sitting in a studio was 'too mainstream,' boat-based art movements erupted, leading to a bizarre trend of floating galleries and sea shanty exhibitions.. Fact: Did you know that hanging out with Basquiat and Haring can get you a seat on any yacht? Just ask Reid; he probably has the ultimate guest list for any ocean party!.
• Headline: Student Voter Surge and Suppression Tactics. Impact: The surge of student votes led to an avalanche of 'I Voted' stickers being used as fashion statements on campuses nationwide. This sparked a movement where students began using their voting power to influence everything from dorm food choices to which Netflix shows should get canceled next. Talk about democracy in action!. Fact: Did you know that the effort to suppress the student vote is just a really elaborate way of saying, 'We don't want you to ruin our chances of getting elected'? Because nothing says 'freedom' like erecting roadblocks to ballots..
• Headline: A French Wine From China? This $300 Bottle Is the Real Thing. Impact: A French wine from China? This cultural mashup led to a global wine-tasting trend where sommeliers started pairing fine Bordeaux with fortune cookies. The result? A whole new category of 'fusion wines' that left traditionalists either shocked or wildly confused—who knew wine could come with a side of soy sauce?. Fact: Did you know that in 10 years, we might be toasting with 'Chateau Shandong' at fancy parties? Just make sure to bring your best pair of chopsticks to the table!.