JUNE 18, 2020

Full News Archive

• Headline: States Face Pandemic Challenges Alone. Impact: Without a clear guidance from the federal government, state leaders began to invent their own pandemic responses, thus sparking a nationwide trend of governors becoming accidental celebrity chefs, TikTok stars, and local meme fodder. Who knew a health crisis could turn into a reality show?. Fact: Despite the chaos, the term 'mixed messages' became the official slogan for all future political communications. It's a hit!.
• Headline: New Yorkers Defy Pandemic Protocols. Impact: New Yorkers ignoring health guidelines led to a fashion trend of wearing masks as accessories, inspiring the next generation of designers to create haute couture face coverings. Little did they know, they'd also be the next generation’s cosplay starter pack.. Fact: New York City is the only place where ignoring social distancing rules is considered a rite of passage. If you can dodge a pigeon, you can dodge a virus..
• Headline: Racial Bias in Banking Experiences Revealed. Impact: The persistent issues of racial profiling in banking not only led to reforms in financial institutions but also sparked a viral social media hashtag campaign that caused more banks to rethink their policies—eventually culminating in the invention of 'banking ninja' training programs. Because who doesn’t want to learn how to dodge prejudice?. Fact: It's ironic that banks are supposed to be a safe space for money, but seem to be more dangerous for people. Who knew cash could be so controversial?.
• Headline: Apple Rejects Facebook’s Gaming App, for at Least the Fifth Time. Impact: This repeated rejection triggered a new wave of tech rivalry that launched countless memes about Apple being the gatekeeper of fun. Meanwhile, Facebook's gaming app is now rumored to be developing its own line of ‘forbidden fruit’ merchandise. Because why not?. Fact: The real winner here? Graphic designers everywhere who are having the time of their lives creating 'rejected' app logos. It's the ultimate badge of honor!.