APRIL 12, 1986

Full News Archive

• Headline: Vietnam Vet vs. Miami Street Culture. Impact: If the 'Band of the Hand' had been a blockbuster instead of a cult classic, Miami Vice might have gone on to inspire a series of reality shows about sunbathing criminals. The butterfly effect could have led to the rise of 'Beach Patrol: Miami'—where the only crime was wearing socks with sandals.. Fact: Did you know that the real Miami Vice was just a cover for a secret society that traded in neon and pastel-colored clothing? No? Well, now you do!.
• Headline: Coach Layden's Insights on Weight Management. Impact: Coach Frank Layden's weight wisdom might have sparked a global fitness trend—imagine a world where people are hauling their own rear ends in workout classes. 'Two Trips to Fitness' could have been the next big thing, transforming gyms into travel agencies.. Fact: Fun fact: The only weight problem Frank Layden encountered was the weight of his own hilarious one-liners. They were a lot to carry!.
• Headline: SCOUTING; MAKING THE POINT. Impact: If the baseball team had actually plucked their feathers gently, they might have gone on to win the World Series, triggering a nationwide trend of baseball-themed beauty pageants. 'Miss Stag: The Feathered Edition' could have been a real thing!. Fact: Did you know that 'peacock' is actually a euphemism for overconfident baseball players? Every time you hear it, just picture a player strutting around in a feather boa..
• Headline: SCOUTING; KEEPING ROWING FOR ITS OWN SAKE. Impact: U.C.L.A. rowing might have inspired a global revolution where every sport is done for its own sake. Soon, we'd have competitive napping leagues and extreme procrastination championships. Who knew laziness could be a sport?. Fact: Fun fact: Rowing for its own sake is just a fancy way of saying, 'We forgot to train for the big game.'.