RantCrush Top 5: August 14, 2017

Tensions are worsening between North Korea and the U.S., but last night John Oliver came up with an idea that could help lighten the mood a bit. Oliver hypothesized that North Koreans really like accordions–he provided photos of Kim Jong Un admiring one as evidence. In order to win over North Korea, he invited famous song parody creator Weird Al Yankovic to play his accordion and perform the new hit song “Please don’t nuke us, North Korea!” Check the song out–after all, laughter is the best medicine!

Emma Von Zeipel

Emma Von Zeipel is a staff writer at Law Street Media. She is originally from one of the islands of Stockholm, Sweden. After working for Democratic Voice of Burma in Thailand, she ended up in New York City. She has a BA in journalism from Stockholm University and is passionate about human rights, good books, horses, and European chocolate. Contact Emma at EVonZeipel@LawStreetMedia.com.