MARCH 14, 2020

Full News Archive

• Headline: Impact of Cuts on Health Departments. Impact: The cuts to health departments led to a domino effect where local communities were less prepared for pandemics, resulting in a global health crisis that forced everyone to learn how to wash their hands properly. Who knew soap would become a luxury item?. Fact: Did you know that handwashing has been around since the dawn of civilization, yet it took a pandemic for some to realize it might be important? Talk about a delayed reaction!.
• Headline: The Hand Sanitizer Stockpile Dilemma. Impact: This hoarding of hand sanitizer created a black market that not only inflated prices but also led to a spike in DIY sanitizer recipes online, resulting in countless kitchen experiments and the birth of new DIY influencers. Cheers to unlicensed chemists!. Fact: Did you know that 17,700 bottles of hand sanitizer could fill a bathtub? Just imagine the bubble bath – a real 'clean' experience!.
• Headline: Reviving America's Love for Dairy Milk. Impact: As Americans turned away from dairy milk, it pushed farmers to innovate, leading to the rise of bizarre milk alternatives like oat, almond, and even pea milk. Who knew we’d end up drinking the essence of legumes?. Fact: Did you know that for every gallon of milk, there are approximately 10 different types of milk alternatives? Because clearly, we were just waiting for a chance to drink our breakfast in liquid form!.
• Headline: A Conservative Agenda Unleashed on the Federal Courts. Impact: Trump's judicial appointments reshaped the legal landscape, creating a long-lasting ripple effect on the interpretation of laws. This has also ensured that the phrase 'judicial activism' remains a hot topic for dinner table debates for generations to come.. Fact: Did you know that the number of judges appointed by a president can impact everything from abortion rights to corporate regulations? It's like a game of chess, but nobody knows the rules!.
• Headline: The Financial Blow of the Coronavirus on Sports. Impact: The financial hit to sports organizations led to a surge in virtual sports events, forever changing how fans engage with their favorite teams. Who would have thought that esports would become the savior of sports fandom?. Fact: Did you know that watching paint dry is considered a sport in some places? Okay, maybe not, but let’s face it, the pandemic made us desperate enough to find entertainment in just about anything!.