MARCH 22, 2021

Full News Archive

• Headline: Anne Geddes: Pioneer of Baby Photography. Impact: If Anne Geddes hadn't captured those adorable babies in whimsical settings, we might have never ended up with influencers showcasing avocado toast in their kitchens. Thank you, Anne, for the societal spiral into curated perfectionism.. Fact: Did you know that around the same time Anne was photographing babies, people were still using film? Imagine the struggles of getting the perfect shot without the instant gratification of likes!.
• Headline: Unveiling the Shigir Idol's Significance. Impact: The Shigir Idol's revelation set off a chain reaction, leading to a global frenzy for ancient artifacts. Next thing you know, everyone was digging in their backyards, hoping to strike gold... or wood, in this case.. Fact: This wooden sculpture is not just a pretty face; it’s a 12,500-year-old relic that makes most of us feel incredibly inadequate about our own artistic endeavors, having made a mockery of modern art in a single, ancient swoop..
• Headline: Decolonizing the Hunt for Fossils. Impact: As younger paleontologists decolonize the hunt for dinosaurs, they inadvertently open the door for future generations to examine fossils of today's influencers. Who knew that the path from T-Rex to TikTok would be so smooth?. Fact: Paleontology and influencer culture may seem worlds apart, but both involve digging up the past to make sense of the present—just one involves more dirt and the other involves more filters..
• Headline: The Subway Needs Riders to Save It. Will They?. Impact: The subway's desperate plea for riders could very well lead to the rise of hoverboards in urban transport. Just wait until someone decides that flying cars are the answer to ridership woes.. Fact: Fun fact: The subway has been around so long that even the rats are starting to charge rent! Who knew they were such shrewd negotiators?.
• Headline: First Covid, Then Psychosis: ‘The Most Terrifying Thing I’ve Ever Experienced’. Impact: Ivan Agerton's experience might have inadvertently inspired a new genre of horror films about the aftermath of Covid. Who knew a pandemic would serve as the breeding ground for psychosis-themed blockbusters?. Fact: While Ivan's terrifying experience was unique, did you know that the only thing scarier than psychosis is navigating the healthcare system post-Covid? It's like a horror movie that never ends!.