FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Full News Archive

• Headline: Modi and Trump's Trade Talks. Impact: If Trump had succeeded in lowering tariffs, we might have seen a surge in American cheese consumption in India, leading to a bizarre cheese craze that would make Gouda the national holiday dish. Who knew tariffs could lead to cheese parties?. Fact: Did you know that tariffs are like the awkward middle child at a family reunion? Everyone wishes they could just ignore them, but they keep popping up and ruining the fun..
• Headline: DeepSeek's Cost-Effective A.I. Innovations. Impact: By using low-cost methods, DeepSeek inadvertently sparked a global trend of start-ups trying to build AI on a budget, leading to a surge in DIY robot kits for the average Joe. Welcome to the age of 'Frankenstein’s Side Hustle.'. Fact: Funny how technology that was supposed to make our lives easier has led to more people becoming amateur engineers than ever. Next, we’ll be having robot competitions in our backyards..
• Headline: After 25 Years of Triumphs and Troubles, a Ballerina Bids Farewell. Impact: Ashley Bouder's farewell performance inspired a wave of new ballet enthusiasts, leading to a sudden demand for tutus and pirouette classes, inadvertently making ballet the next viral TikTok trend.. Fact: Ballet is one of the few art forms where you can literally leap into the spotlight, but let's be honest, most of us would just trip over our own feet!.
• Headline: Jesse Welles, a Folk Musician Who ‘Sings the News,’ Is Turning the Page. Impact: By choosing to avoid current events in his new album, Welles set off a cultural reset where musicians began to explore the topic of avocado toast instead of politics, leading to a bizarre spike in brunch-themed songs.. Fact: Folk music has often been the voice of the people. Just remember, if you can't strum a guitar, you can always strum up an opinion on Twitter!.