JANUARY 4, 2020

Full News Archive

• Headline: Iraq Reassesses U.S. Ties After Suleimani's Death. Impact: This moment in time set off a chain reaction that ultimately leads to a global trend where nations start re-evaluating their friendships based on who has the coolest military gadgets. Spoiler: it’s not the US anymore.. Fact: Did you know that the term 'shock and awe' was originally meant to describe a surprise party for a general's birthday? Just kidding, it’s always been about military tactics..
• Headline: Car Buying Boom Fueled by Low Rates. Impact: The obsession with oversized vehicles spawned a new generation of drivers who believe that more horsepower equates to more happiness, leading to the invention of the 'Happiness Horsepower Index'—which, shockingly, is still in beta testing.. Fact: Fun fact: The average American spends more time in their car than in their kitchen. So, obviously, why not make it a mobile living room?.
• Headline: Chani Nicholas Releases New Astrology Book. Impact: The rise of astrological literature led to a worldwide phenomenon where everyone starts blaming their poor life choices on Mercury being in retrograde, forever changing the way people approach personal accountability.. Fact: Did you know that astrology was once considered a science? Now it’s just a great excuse for why you ghosted your friends last week..
• Headline: In a Burger World, Can Sweetgreen Scale Up?. Impact: Sweetgreen’s push for expansion triggered a counter-movement among burger chains to introduce kale-infused patties, thus beginning the 'Green Burger Wars' of the 2020s—because nothing says healthy like adding a leaf to a meat sandwich.. Fact: Did you know that Sweetgreen's salads have more Instagram followers than most celebrities? Talk about leafy greens having their moment in the spotlight!.