JULY 6, 2021

Full News Archive

• Headline: MGM's Revival Under Amazon Ownership. Impact: Amazon's acquisition of MGM triggered an unexpected resurgence in 80s nostalgia, leading to a bizarre trend where people started dressing like characters from 'The Breakfast Club' while binging on classic movies. This eventually led to a revival of VHS tapes as 'vintage' collectibles.. Fact: Did you know that MGM once had a mascot named Leo the Lion? If only they had brought him back, maybe he could have roared some sense into their modern-day decisions..
• Headline: Start-Ups Innovation for Hybrid Work. Impact: The hybrid work start-up boom caused an unexpected uptick in the demand for 'office-in-a-box' products, leading to a new trend where people began converting their closets into mini-offices. The ensuing chaos resulted in more lost socks than ever before.. Fact: Did you know that working from home was once seen as a perk? Now it's just a reminder of how much we miss the smell of bad coffee and the sound of awkward small talk at the office..
• Headline: ‘Should We Sell?’ After Collapse, Hot Florida Market Faces Uncertainty.. Impact: The collapse of the Champlain Towers South not only shook the real estate market but also led to a nationwide obsession with condo safety inspections. This resulted in a boom of 'safety consultants' who claimed they could smell structural weaknesses from a mile away.. Fact: Did you know that building collapses have been a plot device in movies for decades? Maybe Hollywood should consider a film titled 'Condo of Cards'—it could be a real hit..