JANUARY 26, 2021

Full News Archive

• Headline: Biden Reverses Transgender Military Ban. Impact: By lifting the ban on transgender service members, Biden inadvertently sparked a global trend. Suddenly, countries from Canada to Bhutan were like, 'Oh, we can be nice too?' Who knew a mere executive order could lead to a worldwide civil rights renaissance? Maybe next, they'll start giving out free hugs.. Fact: The military's ban on transgender service members was initially enforced during a time when the U.S. was also concerned about 'don't ask, don't tell' – a policy that basically told everyone to just mind their own business while serving their country..
• Headline: Watchdog Investigates Justice Dept. and Trump. Impact: The inquiry into the Justice Department's involvement in Trump's election overturn plot led to a dramatic rise in conspiracy theories. Now, every time someone can't find their keys, they suspect a government conspiracy. Thanks, 2021!. Fact: The very act of asking if the Justice Department helped with election fraud is like asking if a cat helped knock over the vase. Spoiler alert: it definitely did!.
• Headline: Telegram, Pro-Democracy Tool, Struggles Over New Fans From Far Right. Impact: Telegram's shift from a pro-democracy tool to a haven for far-right extremists caused a ripple effect. Now, every social media platform is on high alert, trying to figure out how to avoid becoming the next 'crazy uncle' at Thanksgiving.. Fact: Telegram was initially created for privacy, but now it's like that one party where everyone shows up uninvited and brings their wild conspiracy theories. What a twist!.
• Headline: The High-Risk Group Left Out of New York’s Vaccine Rollout. Impact: The exclusion of incarcerated individuals from the vaccine rollout not only sparked outrage but also led to a nationwide discussion on prison reform that was long overdue. It's like realizing you've been sitting on a nail for years and finally deciding to stand up.. Fact: Incarcerated individuals are at a higher risk for health issues, yet it seems the only thing they're getting vaccinated against is being forgotten by society..