MARCH 24, 2020

Full News Archive

• Headline: Trump Weighs Economic Reopening Amid Pandemic. Impact: By reopening the economy too soon, a butterfly flapped its wings, leading to an exponential rise in conspiracy theories about government control. Who knew a sneeze could spark a nationwide debate about liberty, health, and the value of a hair salon?. Fact: Did you know that many people believed the Earth was flat until just a few centuries ago? Sometimes the majority can be wrong, just like the decision to reopen the economy despite expert advice..
• Headline: Nostalgia and Comfort in Crisis. Impact: As more people dove into nostalgic games like Myst during lockdown, a resurgence of retro gaming led to a bizarre trend of 90s-themed therapy sessions. Who knew pixelated puzzles could heal societal woes?. Fact: Did you know that playing video games can improve problem-solving skills? So, if you're stuck at home, just think of it as an intense ‘life coaching’ session from a digital dragon..
• Headline: Explore the World with Google Street View. Impact: Thanks to Google Street View, millions of couch potatoes inadvertently became world travelers—leading to an unexpected rise in virtual tourism, which might just save the planet from over-tourism. Thanks, Google, for letting us see the Eiffel Tower without the long lines!. Fact: Did you know that Google Earth has a feature where you can explore Mars? So, if Earth gets too boring during quarantine, you can always consider a one-way trip to the red planet!.
• Headline: Instead of Tearing It Down, They Rescued It. Impact: By rescuing rather than demolishing the midcentury house, a new trend in sustainable living emerged, prompting a wave of DIY home-renovation shows that led to a national obsession with vintage decor. Who knew saving a house could save humanity's taste in design?. Fact: Did you know that midcentury modern design was originally inspired by the need for affordable housing? Turns out, the real genius was just a bunch of architects trying to make a buck!.