JULY 14, 2022

Full News Archive

• Headline: Surge in U.S. Electric Car Sales. Impact: The rise in electric car sales led to a sudden obsession with sustainability, causing a butterfly effect that inspired a new generation of eco-warriors. These warriors then demanded more trees, leading to a worldwide 'Plant a Tree' day where people ironically posted pictures of trees on social media rather than planting them.. Fact: Did you know that electric cars were initially invented in the 1830s? Fast forward to now, and we still can't make enough batteries without a global shortage. Progress!.
• Headline: The Magic of Early Work Friendships. Impact: The 'magic' of work friends created a ripple that led to an entire generation being more comfortable discussing their emotions over Slack than in person. This phenomenon eventually birthed a new genre of motivational posters: 'Your feelings matter, even in a Zoom meeting!'. Fact: Fun fact: The term 'work friends' was originally coined in a dystopian novel about office plants gaining sentience. True story..
• Headline: Navigating Abortion Access in NYC. Impact: Roxanne's experience underscored the dire need for accessible healthcare, prompting a global 'Accessibility Revolution.' Unfortunately, this revolution was largely overshadowed by the latest TikTok dance craze.. Fact: Abortion access has been a contentious issue for decades, but did you know that it wasn't until the 1970s that it became a hot topic in American politics? Talk about a late arrival to the party!.
• Headline: Young Voters Are Fed Up With Their (Much) Older Leaders. Impact: The frustrations of young voters created a chain reaction, resulting in a nationwide search for candidates who actually understand TikTok. This obsession with youth led to politicians in their 70s attempting viral dance challenges, which, spoiler alert, did not end well.. Fact: Did you know that the average age of U.S. presidents has steadily increased? At this rate, by 2050, we might have a candidate who remembers the Great Depression as a 'fun time.'.
• Headline: The Housing Shortage Isn’t Just a Coastal Crisis Anymore. Impact: The housing shortage became so pronounced that it sparked a new trend: 'micro-living' where families of four suddenly found themselves sharing a 200-square-foot apartment. This eventually led to a nationwide art movement featuring minimalist IKEA furniture.. Fact: Did you know that in the 1950s, the average American home was about 983 square feet? Now, people are fighting over closets. Progress!.