SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

Full News Archive

• Headline: Trump's Controversial Comments on Fallen Soldiers. Impact: If soldiers are 'losers', then perhaps in a parallel universe, we're all just living in a giant reality show where compassion has been replaced by ratings. Future leaders might just skip the 'thank you for your service' part in their speeches.. Fact: Did you know that in a world where words don’t mean anything, people still argue over which fast food chain has the best fries? Priorities, folks!.
• Headline: Impact of Pandemic on Student Dropouts. Impact: This mass exodus from higher education could lead to a future where the next generation of thinkers and doers are replaced by TikTok influencers who can’t even spell 'degree'. Imagine the chaos.. Fact: Fun fact: If you stack all the student debt from those who dropped out, you could almost buy a small country. Maybe not a nice one, but still!.
• Headline: Oracle's TikTok Deal and Trump Ties. Impact: Imagine a future where tech companies are run by former reality stars and their biggest decision is whether to sell your data to the highest bidder or just post dance videos. The line between politics and entertainment blurs further.. Fact: Did you know that Oracle’s big embrace of Trump could mean that in the future, you might need to sign an NDA just to watch cat videos online? Welcome to the new normal!.
• Headline: ‘Mulan’ 1998: A Moment of Joy and Anxiety for Asian-American Viewers. Impact: This animated classic might have inspired a generation to embrace their heritage, but in a world where every Disney remake is a cash grab, one wonders if authenticity has been put on the shelf next to the VHS tapes.. Fact: Interestingly, Mulan was one of the first Disney films to feature a strong female lead, which is ironic considering they still can’t manage to get a decent representation in some of their live-action remakes..
• Headline: Spectators Are Not Allowed at the U.S. Open. Except These Lucky Few.. Impact: When you allow a select few to attend while the rest watch on TV, you create a future where sports could be replaced by exclusive virtual reality experiences for the elite. Sportsmanship? More like sports-privilege.. Fact: Did you know that in a world where the average Joe can’t attend, the real champions are those court attendants who can munch popcorn while watching the matches? Who needs tennis stars when you have snack stars!.