JANUARY 9, 1989

Full News Archive

• Headline: Church Groups Address Homelessness Crisis. Impact: After these church groups teamed up to build houses for the homeless, they inadvertently sparked a nationwide movement for affordable housing. Fast forward a few decades, and now they’re inadvertently responsible for the rise of tiny home villages and hipster communes. Who knew a few good intentions could lead to artisanal coffee shops on every corner?. Fact: Fun fact: many of these church groups also secretly compete for the title of 'Best Soup Kitchen.' Spoiler: it’s usually a tie..
• Headline: Seeking Alternatives to Waste Incineration. Impact: The push against incinerators triggered an unexpected revolution in waste management, leading to a global obsession with recycling. Small towns became eco-warriors, and suddenly everyone was wearing hemp and recycling their pizza boxes. Thanks, New Jersey!. Fact: Did you know that 'incinerate' is just a fancy way of saying 'let's burn our trash and hope for the best'?.
• Headline: Artistic Treasures: Private Collections Unveiled. Impact: The urge to display treasured objects led to the rise of social media influencers showcasing their collections. Fast forward, and now we have Instagram accounts dedicated to everything from vintage spoons to taxidermy cats. Thank you, humanity, for your ever-expanding definition of 'treasures.'. Fact: Collecting can be so addicting that even history buffs have been known to hoard dusty old books like they're going out of style—which, ironically, they sometimes do!.
• Headline: Class Ranking Falling From Favor. Impact: As class ranking fell out of favor, it paved the way for a generation of students who believe they should all be awarded participation trophies in life. Spoiler alert: it did not end well for the workforce.. Fact: Did you know class rankings were originally designed to encourage competition? Turns out, they just encouraged a lot of stress-induced breakdowns instead..
• Headline: Barbers Say 1984 Law Makes It Difficult to Do Their Business. Impact: The complaints from barbers about that pesky 1984 law inadvertently led to a new wave of DIY grooming videos online, with everyone and their mother trying to cut hair at home. Thanks for the quarantine content, Richard!. Fact: Fun fact: Barbers have been known to have the best gossip in town. Forget reality TV; just grab a chair at your local barber shop!.
• Headline: Doctor's Practice is Playing Jazz Bass. Impact: When Dr. Lyn Christie traded his stethoscope for a bass guitar, he set off a trend of medical professionals seeking creative outlets. Now, we're one step closer to a world where doctors are also rock stars—and possibly more interesting than their patient histories.. Fact: Fun fact: Many doctors play instruments, but only the ones who secretly want to perform at open mic nights will admit it. The rest just stick to their day jobs..
• Headline: ART; Faces of Nepal: Portrait Photographer in a Far Land. Impact: The art of portrait photography inspired a newfound appreciation for capturing moments, leading to an explosion of selfie culture. Now, everyone thinks they’re a professional photographer with their smartphone. Thanks, technology!. Fact: Did you know that portrait photographers often have to remind clients that 'serious' faces are not just for the DMV? Because apparently, everyone wants to look like a mugshot..
• Headline: MUSIC; Youth Orchestras At Carnegie Hall. Impact: The excitement of youth orchestras at Carnegie Hall set off a chain reaction of musical talent shows and reality competitions, ultimately leading us to the current era of 'musical chairs' where everyone thinks they can be the next pop superstar.. Fact: Fun fact: Carnegie Hall has been hosting performances since 1891. So, no pressure or anything, but it's kind of a big deal!.