DECEMBER 1, 2021

Full News Archive

• Headline: Rapid Spread of Omicron Variant Worldwide. Impact: The Omicron variant's surprise global tour caused a massive surge in Zoom stock prices, proving that sometimes, the most contagious thing isn't a virus, but our collective need to stay in our pajamas while pretending we're working.. Fact: Did you know Omicron is Greek for 'O', which stands for 'Oh no, not another variant'?.
• Headline: Tragic Michigan School Shooting Incident. Impact: This tragic event sparked a nationwide debate on gun control that led to endless discussions on social media, many of which were as productive as arguing about pineapple on pizza.. Fact: Did you know that the average number of school shootings per year in the U.S. has reached a point where it feels like a tragic lottery no one wants to win?.
• Headline: The Myth of the 'Good War' Explored. Impact: The discussion around the 'Good War' has led to countless historians re-evaluating past conflicts, which means future generations will likely have even more confusing history classes—with more documentaries and less fun.. Fact: Did you know that 'Good War' is a term often used to describe wars that have clear villains, like that one time you had to choose between chocolate or vanilla ice cream?.
• Headline: A Game Designer in Beijing Bought Toy Guns. China Imprisoned Him.. Impact: This incident threw a spotlight on China's strict laws around toy guns, resulting in an underground market for plushy weapons—because nothing says 'I'm a video game designer' like a soft toy bazooka.. Fact: Did you know that in a world where you can buy anything online, the only thing more dangerous than a toy gun is an actual toy without a safety label?.