JUNE 15, 2021

Full News Archive

• Headline: Colbert Welcomes Fans Back to Late Show. Impact: Colbert's return ignited a global movement for laughter, leading to a decade of unprecedented stand-up comedy tours and the eventual overthrow of the tyrannical regime of boredom.. Fact: Did you know that before Colbert, late-night TV was just a series of awkward interviews and bad jokes? Thank goodness he returned to save us from the tyranny of monotony!.
• Headline: Trump's Pressure on Justice Dept. Revealed. Impact: Trump's pressure on the Justice Department set off a chain reaction of distrust in the electoral system, resulting in ‘Election Denial Day’ becoming a national holiday in an alternate universe where conspiracy theorists are the new historians.. Fact: Did you know that ‘pressuring’ someone can mean anything from a polite request to full-on arm-twisting? It's a versatile term in the world of politics!.
• Headline: Martin Yan's Culinary Journey Continues. Impact: Martin Yan's resurgence inspired a culinary renaissance, leading to an explosion of wok shops and the invention of the ‘Yan-tastic’ cooking competition show, where contestants must create dishes using only ingredients that rhyme.. Fact: Did you know Martin Yan has been cooking on TV longer than most people have been alive? He’s basically the culinary equivalent of a time lord!.
• Headline: U.S. and E.U. End Aviation Trade Spat and Turn to China’s Rise. Impact: The end of the aviation trade spat allowed for a sudden surge in intercontinental flights, leading to the rise of ‘Airbnb in the Sky’ where travelers could rent out luxury seats for a nominal fee, all while binge-watching obscure European films.. Fact: Did you know that ending trade disputes can sometimes result in happier flights? Who knew international diplomacy could lead to less turbulence for our vacation plans?.
• Headline: MacKenzie Scott Gives Away Another $2.74 Billion Even as Her Wealth Grows. Impact: MacKenzie Scott's generosity sparked a philanthropic frenzy, causing billionaires everywhere to scramble to give away their wealth, resulting in a new social media trend: #BillionaireGuiltChallenge.. Fact: Did you know that MacKenzie Scott gives away more money in a week than some people see in a lifetime? Talk about setting the bar high for charitable giving!.