MARCH 6, 2022

Full News Archive

• Headline: Unused Covid Drug Doses Amid High Demand. Impact: The unused doses of the drug led to a conspiracy theory that doctors were secretly hoarding it to sell on the black market, resulting in a new underground economy of 'Covid Cure Black Markets' where people exchanged doses for vintage beanie babies.. Fact: Ironically, the confusion surrounding the drug has led to more people Googling symptoms than ever before. Ever thought you might just have a case of 'too much information'?.
• Headline: NoViolet Bulawayo's Political Allegory. Impact: NoViolet Bulawayo’s allegory sparked a global movement where horses became the new political symbols, leading to the rise of a party dedicated to equine rights and the establishment of 'Horse Day' as a national holiday.. Fact: Horses can’t vote, which is a shame because they would probably be more reliable than some politicians..
• Headline: Fraud Is Flourishing on Zelle. The Banks Say It’s Not Their Problem.. Impact: The rise of fraud on Zelle led to the creation of an underground society known as 'The Zelle Zorro', where people donned masks and capes to fight back against scammers, eventually inspiring a hit superhero movie franchise.. Fact: Banks claim it's not their problem, yet they still manage to send you a bill every month. Classic!.