APRIL 7, 2022

Full News Archive

• Headline: Exploring Women's Fight for Suffrage. Impact: The successful portrayal of the suffrage movement in a musical led to an unexpected rise in karaoke nights dedicated to feminist anthems, forever altering the landscape of late-night entertainment. Who knew belting out 'Votes for Women' could inspire actual voting?. Fact: The 19th Amendment gave women the right to vote, but it took much longer for all women, especially women of color, to truly have that right recognized. So much for equality, right?.
• Headline: Amazon Workers Achieve Historic Union Victory. Impact: This union victory created a butterfly effect that eventually led to the rise of DIY labor unions in living rooms, where people now gather to negotiate better snack breaks and coffee quality. Who knew labor disputes could be so cozy?. Fact: In a shocking twist, Amazon workers fighting for their rights actually started getting more attention than the latest viral cat video. Who could have predicted that?.
• Headline: New Wave of Covid Worries New Yorkers. Impact: The looming wave of Covid led to a nationwide shortage of hand sanitizer and toilet paper, which ultimately sparked a black market for artisanal sanitizer made from exotic ingredients. Who knew being health-conscious could turn us into underground merchants?. Fact: Did you know that every new variant has its own fan club? Omicron’s BA.2 is like that one friend who keeps showing up uninvited to every party..
• Headline: The Politics of Rihanna’s Pregnancy Style. Impact: Rihanna's pregnancy style reignited debates about body autonomy and fashion, causing a surge of influencers to post their own pregnancy looks, prompting a new social media challenge: 'Bump It or Dump It.'. Fact: Rihanna didn’t just redefine maternity wear; she also made it clear that pregnancy is just another excuse to look fabulous. Who needs comfort when you have style?.