APRIL 4, 2022

Full News Archive

• Headline: Racial Harmony in 'Paradise Square'. Impact: If only the characters in 'Paradise Square' had thought to host a karaoke night instead of getting involved in a Civil War riot! Who knew that strife over musical notes could lead to actual notes of discord? This event caused a ripple effect, leading to future musicals that would have to tackle race relations in a much more melodramatic way—which is saying something!. Fact: Did you know that the Civil War had a pretty significant impact on musical theater? In fact, it inspired more songs than a bad karaoke night after a breakup!.
• Headline: How the Recoil From Russian Gas Is Scrambling World Markets. Impact: The scramble for gas supplies sent the world into a frenzy that led to more 'energy independence' slogans than ever before. Who knew that a shortage would make everyone rethink their life choices over a cup of herbal tea?. Fact: Did you know that natural gas is often referred to as 'the bridge fuel'? That’s right, because nothing says 'let’s transition to renewables' like scrambling for gas in the middle of a crisis!.
• Headline: Bristling Against the West, China Rallies Domestic Sympathy for Russia. Impact: China's ideological rallying cry for Russia ironically inspired a surge of global memes depicting pandas in military gear. Because nothing says 'we stand with you' like an adorable panda ready for battle!. Fact: Did you know that the Communist Party of China has a history of using propaganda? They’ve been at it longer than most of us have been alive, perfecting the art of spin far beyond what any PR firm could dream of!.