Mainly his own one from nearly a year ago
Spoiler, there was no break. Not only did he keep posting on that topic but did so on other topics that day. His posts lessened a bit sure but there never was a true break from the forums. He even posted yesterday when looking at his activity and i havent even checked the US forums.
It is as you say, an attention grab just like a year ago and boy did he get attention! He didnt need to announce it then nor now if he actually thought he needed a break or quit but he cant help himself.