plunged into darkness ~ oh no!!

Possibly the best Onion article I have ever read.

Quote:

Despite the high potential for danger and decreased visibility, scientists say they are unable to do anything to restore light to the continent at this time.

"Vast gravitational forces have rotated the planet Earth on an axis drawn through its north and south poles," said Dr. Elena Bilkins of the National Weather Service. "The Earth is in actuality spinning uncontrollably through space."

I just know we're next! I better go find some candles just in case...