NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Full News Archive

• Headline: Media's Transformation Amid Election Dynamics. Impact: The downfall of traditional media led to an explosion of TikTok news sources, where influencers now explain complex political concepts through dance challenges. So, thanks to Trump, we've traded in our news anchors for 15-second viral videos.. Fact: Fun fact: The media was once seen as the fourth estate, but now it's just the 'fourth screen' competing for your attention right after your phone, tablet, and that one random cat video you can’t stop watching..
• Headline: Athletes' Growth During Pandemic Disruptions. Impact: These athletes' unexpected journeys inspired a new wave of motivational quotes, which in turn led to the invention of the 'Pandemic Pause' yoga class. Millions now do downward dog while contemplating their life choices, thanks to a virus.. Fact: Did you know that Sunisa Lee was inspired to take up gymnastics after watching the Olympics? Imagine if she had decided to take up knitting instead—what a different world we’d be in!.
• Headline: In Hunt for Virus Source, W.H.O. Let China Take Charge. Impact: WHO's cozy relationship with China led to a conspiracy theory explosion, resulting in an entire generation convinced that viruses can be ordered from online retailers like pizza. Thanks to this event, we now have a new breed of 'virus hunters' who think they can track down pathogens like they're tracking their lost Amazon packages.. Fact: The WHO once had a slogan 'Health for All.' Now it's more like 'Health for Some, but Definitely Not for Those Who Don’t Have a VPN.'.
• Headline: What to Expect From Facebook, Twitter and YouTube on Election Day. Impact: The strategies of these tech giants on Election Day inadvertently paved the way for a future where every single tweet becomes a potential news story, and hashtags become more important than actual facts. Welcome to the age of misinformation, folks!. Fact: Did you know that social media platforms were originally created to connect friends? Now they're primarily used to argue about politics and post pictures of food. Progress!.