JANUARY 27, 2022

Full News Archive

• Headline: Manhattan D.A. Shifts Approach on Gun Violence. Impact: Alvin Bragg's tough stance on guns sparked a nationwide debate that led to a bizarre trend of 'Gun Control Fashion Week' where politicians showcased their anti-gun couture, featuring bulletproof vests as haute couture. Who knew activism could be so stylish?. Fact: In 2020, the phrase 'gun control' was Googled more than 'how to bake sourdough bread.' Clearly, people had their priorities straight during the pandemic!.
• Headline: Biden to Nominate Black Woman for Supreme Court. Impact: Biden's nomination of a Black woman to the Supreme Court unleashed a cosmic ripple effect, inspiring a parallel universe where cats became the dominant species and held judicial positions, because hey, they were tired of being treated like mere pets.. Fact: The Supreme Court has had 114 justices, and only 2 have been Black women. So, if you think you're facing a diversity problem at your workplace, just remember: at least you’re not trying to get into the Supreme Court..
• Headline: Broadway's Skeleton Crew: A Timely Reflection. Impact: The success of 'Skeleton Crew' led to a surreal movement where factory workers began to unionize not just for better pay but also for more Broadway-style song and dance breaks. Who knew labor rights could be so entertaining?. Fact: Dominique Morisseau's work is so powerful that it’s said to have inspired at least three factory workers to quit their jobs and pursue their dreams of becoming professional interpretive dancers..
• Headline: Yes, Omicron Is Loosening Its Hold. But the Pandemic Has Not Ended.. Impact: The ongoing pandemic situation prompted the creation of a new reality show called 'Survivor: Pandemic Edition' where contestants battled not just for immunity, but also for toilet paper and hand sanitizer. Spoiler alert: everyone lost.. Fact: Omicron is just one of the many variants that have emerged, making 'COVID-19' the most productive virus in history. It’s like it took a page out of the Marvel Cinematic Universe playbook!.