1. A wide set of class-A drugs, including magic mushrooms, ecstasy, and crystal meth, were accidentally legalized in Ireland after a section of the Misuse of Drugs Act of 1977 was ruled as unconstitutional. On Wednesday, lawmakers called for an emergency legislation and subsequently closed the loophole. (CNN)
48 hours ago, it seemed like all was possible for Ireland citizens. Whoops!
2. Palcohol, or “powdered alcohol,” has now been federally approved and could potentially be open to the market for purchase. However, controversy is still on the rise. The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax Trade Bureau continues to go back and forth with approving the substances and several states, such as Alaska, Louisiana and Michigan, are being criticized with banning Palcohol no matter if it’s approved or not. (MSN)
It’s simple alcohol when mixed with water. As a 21-year-old, it’s absurd that the only criticism that is being given to this product is that it’s something new that makes you drunk. That’s kind of the point of alcohol, right? But when there’s a new flavor of Mike’s Hard Lemonade or Samuel Adams, it brings in excitement. What’s the difference if alcohol is in solid or liquid form? Either way, it’s a newer way to prepare for summertime.
3. As time grows nearer for Jon Stewart’s retiring from the successful political comedy, “The Daily Show,” questions about who will be replacing him are being noticed nationally. According to the Quinnipiac University National Poll, 19 percent of voters across the nation want Tina Fey as the next host for the show. Other competitors to host include Dennis Miller, Chelsea Handler, John Oliver, Craig Ferguson and Brian Williams. (MSN)
Due to her performance as Sarah Palin in “Saturday Night Live,” Palin could make a legit candidate as a host. She’s already maintained a good reputation of being a comedian, so who’s not to say that she could make politics interesting?
4. Mountain Dew will be launching a new soda product called “DewShine,” that will be made with natural cane sugar rather than corn syrup. It’s labeled as a “craft soda” and will be on shelves to purchase in late March. (USA Today)
This is basically a non-alcoholic beverage designed to look like one. The physical look of the new soda is a cross between a bottle of beer and a mason jar of moonshine. The new formula looks as clear as moonshine and the label is a new way of advertising a true redneck drink. However, this “craft soda” could bring in a new kind of market and have other sodas compete for the best natural, craft soda.
5. The United States Secret Service continues to embarrass itself after two agents crashed a car into the security barriers after coming from a drinking party. The pair could face charges of driving under the influence and taint the reputation of President Obama’s protection team once again. (ABC)
If they can’t protect themselves, how can they possibly protect the President?
