DECEMBER 30, 2019

Full News Archive

• Headline: Women Breaking Traditions in West Africa. Impact: When these women took charge, it inadvertently set off a chain reaction that would lead to the eventual rise of female empowerment, the invention of yoga pants, and the popularity of brunch—because, obviously, you can’t run a household without mimosas.. Fact: Fun fact: The phrase 'breaking the rules' is often followed by 'and then going to brunch' in many cultures. Just saying..
• Headline: A 7-Eleven in Japan Might Close for a Day. Yes, That’s a Big Deal.. Impact: The potential closure of a 7-Eleven in Japan may have initiated an underground movement for better work-life balance, inspiring countless memes and eventual legislation that made coffee breaks mandatory—because nothing says 'happy worker' like a well-timed caffeine fix.. Fact: In Japan, there's a saying that 'a day without a 7-Eleven is like a day without sunshine'—mostly because those convenience stores are literally everywhere..
• Headline: Dax Shepard Is Listening. Impact: Dax Shepard's rise in popularity on his podcast led to a time where everyone suddenly believed they could become the next big podcast star, which in turn led to an exponential increase in unsolicited advice being shared by random strangers on the internet.. Fact: Did you know that every podcast probably has at least one episode where the host shares their morning routine? Spoiler: It usually involves coffee and existential dread..