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HEADLINES ON December 15, 2023
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- Headline: Santa Role Canceled Over Israel-Hamas Dispute. Impact: If only Ken Dorph had stuck to discussing the weather, perhaps he would have become the Santa that united families for generations. Instead, his beard might now be a symbol of the ongoing debate over holiday appropriateness in a politically charged climate.. Fact: Did you know that Santa originally wore a green suit before Coca-Cola decided he should be red? Imagine if Ken had just stuck to festive cheer instead of geopolitical discussions!.
- Headline: Tommy DeVito: New Jersey's Football Sensation. Impact: Tommy DeVito’s rise to fame could have inspired a legion of Italian-American quarterbacks, leading to a renaissance of pasta-fueled touchdowns and Sunday family dinners becoming mandatory at NFL games. Who knew carbs could be so influential?. Fact: Fun fact: Tommy is actually a distant cousin of the famous mobster, which makes the term 'Passing Paisan' sound a little more intimidating, don’t you think?.
- Headline: The Breakout Stars of 2023. Impact: The breakout stars of 2023 might lead to a society where people are famous for simply existing, making the term 'celebrity' as meaningless as a soggy piece of toast. Enjoy your 15 seconds, folks!. Fact: Did you know that the term 'breakout star' was first used to describe an overcooked soufflé? Sounds about right for some of these performers!.
- Headline: Behind the Scenes at the Dismantling of Roe v. Wade. Impact: The dismantling of Roe v. Wade might just lead to a new wave of underground abortion clinics, reminiscent of the Prohibition era. Who knew the fight for reproductive rights would turn into the next thrilling episode of 'The Handmaid's Tale'?. Fact: Did you know that Roe v. Wade was named after a woman who wanted to keep her identity secret? If only she had known how her name would be plastered across headlines for decades!.