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In an unprecedented turn of events, the state of Hawaii experienced what some are calling a “miraculous surge” in productivity. This phenomenon occurred after popular streaming service Hulu accidentally geo-blocked the entire state for 24 hours. The sudden disappearance of binge-watching options led to Hawaiians discovering a world outside their screens, resulting in a spontaneous burst of productivity.
Local businesses reported record sales, public parks were filled with families and friends engaging in outdoor activities, and the islands’ notorious traffic jams were mysteriously absent. “I didn’t know what to do, so I started finishing all my pending work,” said Honolulu resident Kalea Johnson. “Turns out, I can be quite efficient without my daily dose of sitcoms.”
Governor Ikaika Anderson, in a lighthearted press conference, joked about declaring a state holiday in honor of what he termed “The Great Hulu Blackout.” He lauded the citizens for their resilience in the face of entertainment adversity and suggested an annual day without streaming services to boost productivity.