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HEADLINES ON March 18, 2021
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- Headline: Biden and Xi's Strategic Diplomatic Actions. Impact: As Biden and Xi tiptoe around each other like awkward teenagers at a dance, their policies inadvertently lead to a global obsession with synchronized swimming. Who knew foreign relations could influence Olympic sports so dramatically?. Fact: Did you know that the last time the U.S. and China had a 'careful dance', it involved a lot more foot-stomping and fewer diplomatic niceties? Ah, the good old days..
- Headline: Tragedy and Resilience: Asian-American Voices. Impact: The fear stemming from anti-Asian incidents in Georgia triggers an international movement for better cultural understanding. Ironically, it leads to a global shortage of soy sauce as everyone suddenly decides they need to learn how to cook Asian cuisine to 'bridge the gap'.. Fact: Did you know that in 2020, Asian-Americans were the fastest-growing racial group in the U.S.? Too bad growth doesn’t come with a safety manual..
- Headline: Atlanta Spa Attacks: Eight Charged with Murder. Impact: The charged suspect's actions catalyze a nationwide dialogue on gun control and racial violence that somehow leads to the invention of a new safety device: the Emotional Support Bulletproof Vest. Fashionable and functional!. Fact: Did you know that Atlanta is known for its rich history in civil rights? It’s almost poetic that in a city so pivotal for progress, such tragedies still occur..
- Headline: Will Cuomo’s Scandals Pave the Way for New York’s First Female Mayor?. Impact: Cuomo's scandals become the catalyst for a political reality show called 'Who Will Lead New York?'. Spoiler alert: it’s just a lot of shouting and a surprise twist involving a pizza chef.. Fact: Did you know that New York has had 109 mayors? Maybe it's time we just let a cat run for office—at least the fur would be less messy than the political drama..