Which is true?
The Headlines:
- Wisconsin Group Forms Union For Squirrels (FAKE)
- Parents Support 13-Year-Old's Decision To Drop Out Of School To Play Video Games (REAL)
A Japanese couple is facing backlash after supporting their 13-year-old son Tarou's choice to drop out of school so he can focus on playing "Fortnite" full-time. The boy started gaming at age three and found his passion for "Fortnite" at five. By second grade, he was already beating professional players. His parents set up a YouTube channel for him in 2020, and it now has over 230-thousand subscribers; Tarou recently announced on his channel that he was leaving school to chase his dream of making the Fortnite World Cup. His father said that going to school every day left his son too tired to focus on gaming, and praised Tarou's focus and drive. He noted that Tarou once played for 28 hours straight in second grade. The decision has sparked a heated debate online; some say formal schooling isn't the only path to success, while others worry the teen will miss out on important experiences with friends.
- Pool Noodles Recalled Because People Were Sickened Using Them As Drinking Straws (FAKE)