JULY 8, 2021

Full News Archive

• Headline: Eric Adams' Rise in New York Politics. Impact: Adams' rise to power sparked a series of 'outsider' politicians across the globe, leading to an era where everyone claims to be a regular Joe, including billionaires in hoodies. Ultimately, this culminated in the first billionaire mayor who insists he still buys his own coffee.. Fact: Did you know that New York City has more millionaires than any other city in the world? Apparently, they too want to hear from someone who understands their struggles—like choosing between a Tesla and a Maserati..
• Headline: Ireland's Tax Haven Era Under Threat. Impact: As Ireland grapples with its tax haven status, the sudden pressure leads to a global exodus of corporations. They all collectively decide to settle in a newly discovered island named 'Tax-Free Land,' where the only currency is sunshine and good vibes.. Fact: Ireland is known for its lush landscapes and Guinness, but did you know it’s also home to a lot of companies that are just pretending to be Irish? 'Top o' the mornin' to ya, tax loopholes!'.
• Headline: TikTok's Young Men's Fashion Revolution. Impact: The Young Men's Style Council on TikTok inspires a new generation of 'fashion boys' who believe they can wear anything as long as they self-declare it as 'vintage.' In the future, this leads to a fashion revolution where every thrift store is a runway.. Fact: Did you know that TikTok was originally a lip-syncing app? Now it's a place where young men can discuss fashion trends and simultaneously forget how to talk about their feelings..
• Headline: ‘How Do I Become Happy?’ Advice From a Professional Fool. Impact: Sherman's advice on happiness inadvertently leads to the creation of a new profession: 'Professional Fools' who thrive by giving questionable life advice while wearing leather masks. This trend peaks when the first masked life coach runs for president.. Fact: Did you know that laughter is supposedly the best medicine? But if your therapist is a 'Professional Fool,' you might end up getting prescribed a joke and a punchline instead..
• Headline: Mark Zuckerberg and Sheryl Sandberg’s Partnership Did Not Survive Trump. Impact: The downfall of Zuckerberg and Sandberg's partnership leads to a tech renaissance, where every former employee of Facebook decides to form their own tech company, leading to an explosion of startup culture—most of which revolve around cat videos and avocado toast.. Fact: Did you know that Mark Zuckerberg once claimed he wanted to connect the world? And yet, here we are, more disconnected than ever, arguing over which emoji to use in a text..