JULY 21, 1982

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• Headline: Nostalgic Phones Revive Vintage Aesthetics. Impact: The introduction of these retro-style phones led to a surge in social gatherings, where people spent hours pretending to have meaningful conversations instead of just scrolling through their devices. Ironically, it made people nostalgic for a time they never actually experienced.. Fact: Did you know that crank phones required actual cranks? Which means if you were lazy, you might as well have just shouted your message to the person on the other end. Talk about an early form of social media!.
• Headline: Libraries of Toys for Disabled Children. Impact: This toy library not only provided joy to disabled children but also sparked a movement among parents to demand more inclusive toys, leading to the eventual rise of toy companies that employ 'diversity consultants' to ensure every child feels represented. Because nothing says inclusion like a plastic action figure with more backstory than a soap opera character.. Fact: Fun fact: Toy libraries are the only place where you can borrow a toy that may have been drooled on by a hundred different kids without anyone raising an eyebrow. Talk about sharing!.
• Headline: PMS Defense in Legal Case. Impact: The use of PMS as a legal defense became a delightful rabbit hole for lawyers, leading to many 'creative' defenses in court. This eventually led to the rise of 'emotional distress' lawsuits that have made courtroom drama more entertaining than any reality TV show.. Fact: Did you know that PMS has been around since the dawn of time? Yet somehow, we still can't figure out how to handle it in a way that doesn't involve lawyers and a courtroom showdown. Progress!.