Didn't see anyone mention this, and it may be a long shot, but possible connection?
What if "The shot heard around the world" was a literal gunshot? Things seem to be heating up in multiple ways indicating we're building to a peak (audits + virus situation + DWAC and GME + etc). Now there's a big story involving someone VERY well known in Hollywood accidentally shooting someone? It obviously wasn't accidental.
Maybe Alec will be the first arrest too!