Pasadena, CA
"Talk about embarrassing."
That was the comment from a NASA employee at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory who wished to remain anonymous.
"I don't know how this could have happened," said the employee. "Our probes are extremely sophisticated, but I don't see how Juno could have mislead all of us for five years while it was supposed to be on its way to Jupiter."
The spokesman paused for several minutes as he scratched his head while looking down at the floor.
"You know, I don't think we can rule out the possibility of hacking from somewhere like North Korea or China......or by some twelve year-old kid with a laptop and too much time on his or her hands. At any rate, it appears we won't be getting any new information about Jupiter the planet."
The Jupiter, Florida chamber of commerce playing up the orbiting space probe as a tourist attraction and planning a promotional campaign based on the extraordinary sight of the technologically advanced craft orbiting about 1500 feet above the town.
Calls to the NASA director's office were not returned.
Tuesday, July 5, 2016
Trunk Monkey To Come Standard On Select 2018 Dodge Models
The Trunk Monkey Is making a big comeback. After being discontinued as a vehicle option since 2012, Dodge is bringing it back as an option for select models and as standard equipment for the Durango, Charger, and Challenger models starting in 2018. The Trunk Monkey will also be offered as an option on the remainder of Dodge's model line. The option price has yet to be determined, but a Dodge spokeman told the Whit Satire Report it will likely fall in the $3500 to $5000 range making it the most expensive option in Dodge's history.
"We brought back the Trunk Monkey as a response to the incredible groundswell of requests, especially from customers who had the option on their pre-2012 model Dodge vehicles," said the spokesman. "They told us the Trunk Monkey just can't be beat when it comes to security, mechanical assistance, and companionship."
Dodge will start airing television commercials in the spring of 2017 to promote the re-launch of the Trunk Monkey.
"We brought back the Trunk Monkey as a response to the incredible groundswell of requests, especially from customers who had the option on their pre-2012 model Dodge vehicles," said the spokesman. "They told us the Trunk Monkey just can't be beat when it comes to security, mechanical assistance, and companionship."
Dodge will start airing television commercials in the spring of 2017 to promote the re-launch of the Trunk Monkey.
Sunday, July 3, 2016
Calipari To Be Appointed "Kentucky Sports Tsar" Upon Coaching Retirement
Lexington, KY
The Whit Satire Report recently learned that University of Kentucky Head Basketball Coach John Calipari will be appointed "Director of Sports Marketing for The Commonwealth of Kentucky" upon his retirement from coaching.
A source, who wishes to remain anonymous, told Whit Satire that the only stipulation is Calipari will remain Kentucky's basketball coach for no fewer that fifteen years before retiring.
"People in Kentucky are so paranoid about Cal going back to the NBA or another college they'll do just about anything to keep him around," said the source. "I don't know what kind of compensation package he's going to end up with, but I wouldn't be surprised if he doesn't get offered somewhere in the mid-six figure range to basically show up for some UK home basketball games and have his picture taken with some politicians and fans from time to time."
The source went on to tell us that this position had first been proposed back in former governor Steve Beshear's administration and it gained enough traction to be approved by current governor Matt Bevin.
"I'm sure Bevin will roll this out around re-election time. He's likely going to need all the help he can get to stay in office," said the source as he rolled his eyes.
The Whit Satire Report recently learned that University of Kentucky Head Basketball Coach John Calipari will be appointed "Director of Sports Marketing for The Commonwealth of Kentucky" upon his retirement from coaching.
A source, who wishes to remain anonymous, told Whit Satire that the only stipulation is Calipari will remain Kentucky's basketball coach for no fewer that fifteen years before retiring.
"People in Kentucky are so paranoid about Cal going back to the NBA or another college they'll do just about anything to keep him around," said the source. "I don't know what kind of compensation package he's going to end up with, but I wouldn't be surprised if he doesn't get offered somewhere in the mid-six figure range to basically show up for some UK home basketball games and have his picture taken with some politicians and fans from time to time."
The source went on to tell us that this position had first been proposed back in former governor Steve Beshear's administration and it gained enough traction to be approved by current governor Matt Bevin.
"I'm sure Bevin will roll this out around re-election time. He's likely going to need all the help he can get to stay in office," said the source as he rolled his eyes.
Saturday, July 2, 2016
Breakdown of Christian Laettner's 14 Million Dollar Debt
Charlotte, NC
Creditors of former Duke basketball standout Christian Laettner recently revealed he's in debt to the tune of 14 million smackers. The Whit Satire Report obtained a breakdown of the expenses Mr. Laettner amassed over the past decade that ended up comprising the staggering debt amount.
1. 100,000 Christian Laettner Duke Basketball Jerseys
2. 100,000 Christian Laettner Duke Basketball Sweatshirts
3. 100,000 Christian Laettner Signed Promotional Photographs
4. 50,000 Items Ordered From The McDonald's Dollar Menu
5. 50,000 Copies of Sports Illustrated With Articles Mentioning Christian Laettner
6. 10,000 Pacifiers With Duke Logo
7. 5,000 Signed Promotional Photographs of Coach K
8. 3,000 Copies of Vanity Press Autobiographies
9. 10 Fiat 500 Automobiles in Duke Blue
10. 5 Fluffy Teddy Bears Dressed In Duke Logo Sweatshirts
Creditors of former Duke basketball standout Christian Laettner recently revealed he's in debt to the tune of 14 million smackers. The Whit Satire Report obtained a breakdown of the expenses Mr. Laettner amassed over the past decade that ended up comprising the staggering debt amount.
1. 100,000 Christian Laettner Duke Basketball Jerseys
2. 100,000 Christian Laettner Duke Basketball Sweatshirts
3. 100,000 Christian Laettner Signed Promotional Photographs
4. 50,000 Items Ordered From The McDonald's Dollar Menu
5. 50,000 Copies of Sports Illustrated With Articles Mentioning Christian Laettner
6. 10,000 Pacifiers With Duke Logo
7. 5,000 Signed Promotional Photographs of Coach K
8. 3,000 Copies of Vanity Press Autobiographies
9. 10 Fiat 500 Automobiles in Duke Blue
10. 5 Fluffy Teddy Bears Dressed In Duke Logo Sweatshirts
Rio To Add 'Assault With Deadly Weapon' Event To 2016 Olympic Games
Rio De Janeiro
Due to the prevailing gun violence in and around Rio, the 2016 Olympic Committee has decided to add the first ever 'Assault With a Deadly Weapon' event to the roster of activities associated with the 2016 Olympic Games.
A spokesman for the committee told the Whit Satire Report the event was added at the last minute because of all the world-class gun violence taking place around the city.
"We came to realize what a shame it would be if we didn't highlight the talented gun-handlers, rogues, and thieves who call this part of the world home," said the spokesman who wished to remain unidentified. "Of course, we'll bring in top-notch violent criminals from around the world to give the local thugs a run for their money. We've been in contact with the local and international beer and liquor sponsors who thought it was a great idea to add some legitimate gun violence to the Olympics."
The qualifying events will be held in alleyways and vacant buildings around the city with the culminating championship rounds held in the Olympic stadium on the final day of competition.
Due to the prevailing gun violence in and around Rio, the 2016 Olympic Committee has decided to add the first ever 'Assault With a Deadly Weapon' event to the roster of activities associated with the 2016 Olympic Games.
A spokesman for the committee told the Whit Satire Report the event was added at the last minute because of all the world-class gun violence taking place around the city.
"We came to realize what a shame it would be if we didn't highlight the talented gun-handlers, rogues, and thieves who call this part of the world home," said the spokesman who wished to remain unidentified. "Of course, we'll bring in top-notch violent criminals from around the world to give the local thugs a run for their money. We've been in contact with the local and international beer and liquor sponsors who thought it was a great idea to add some legitimate gun violence to the Olympics."
The qualifying events will be held in alleyways and vacant buildings around the city with the culminating championship rounds held in the Olympic stadium on the final day of competition.
Friday, July 1, 2016
Trump Taps Boris Johnson For Running Mate
Newark, NJ
In an exclusive interview, Donald Trump told the Whit Satire Report he plans to name former London mayor Boris Johnson as his running mate for the 2016 general election.
"You know, Trump could wait till the convention to name his selection for vice-president, but that's just not Trump. Trump does things the Trump way, not the everybody else wrong way," the presumptive republican nominee told Whit Satire.
"I met with Boris the other day, and I gotta tell you, he's the kind of guy Trump likes; he's got bad hair, a kind of bad complexion, and a Trump kind of outlook on life, which means he's got the right stuff to be Trump's guy who has to do all the silly stuff that come with being vice-president of these glorious United States. Oh yeah, he's yuge too. He makes me look pretty trim when I stand next to him."
When asked about the implications of choosing a foreigner for his running mate, Trump was dismissive.
"Look, he was a big part of taking his country back from a bunch of nasty European socialists. That's what we need in this country, somebody who's not afraid to stand up to a bunch of sissy democrats who think they don't want the elites to run the country the way it should be run. I don't care if the guy was born on Neptune, he's what we need."
Kentucky's John Calipari Actively Recruiting Gleam In Eye Of Karl - Anthony Towns
The Whit Satire Report has learned that University of Kentucky head basketball coach John Calipari is close to offering a scholarship to the future male offspring of former Kentucky standout Karl - Anthony Towns. The two recently met at the NBA draft selection in Brooklyn, New York.
"You know, the guy's kinda crazy. He took one look at me and said something like, you're thinking about having a kid aren't you? I told him straight up I didn't have any plans at all concerning children,but he just grinned and told me he might be able to get my firstborn son a scholarship at Kentucky," Mr. Towns said.
This is a continuation of major college basketball programs offering scholarships to ever younger players. Kentucky and other colleges have already offered the 11 year-old son of Lebron James a basketball scholarship.
Mr. Towns went on to say, "I asked coach if he didn't think offering a scholarship to a potential child of mine was maybe a bit premature and he said Kentucky couldn't afford to sit back and relax when it came to recruiting new talent."
"You know, the guy's kinda crazy. He took one look at me and said something like, you're thinking about having a kid aren't you? I told him straight up I didn't have any plans at all concerning children,but he just grinned and told me he might be able to get my firstborn son a scholarship at Kentucky," Mr. Towns said.
This is a continuation of major college basketball programs offering scholarships to ever younger players. Kentucky and other colleges have already offered the 11 year-old son of Lebron James a basketball scholarship.
Mr. Towns went on to say, "I asked coach if he didn't think offering a scholarship to a potential child of mine was maybe a bit premature and he said Kentucky couldn't afford to sit back and relax when it came to recruiting new talent."
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