JULY 12, 1989

Full News Archive

• Headline: Harry and Sally: A New York Romance. Impact: Rob Reiner's take on New York romance not only solidified the fake orgasm as a comedic staple, but also led to a dramatic increase in coffee shop awkwardness across the city. The butterfly effect? A surge in awkward first dates, and a sudden rise in 'I’ll have what she’s having' t-shirts.. Fact: Did you know that after this film, countless men have attempted to recreate the ‘fake orgasm’ scene, only to be met with bewildered looks? The real tragedy? They were probably better off just ordering the same meal..
• Headline: Boxing Legacy: A Son and His Mother. Impact: When Egerton Marcus sparred with his mother, it sparked an underground movement of family boxing matches. This ultimately led to a rise in family therapy sessions, as everyone realized that sometimes it’s better to just talk things out rather than throw punches.. Fact: Did you know that mother-son boxing matches are now a popular reality show concept? Tune in for the drama, emotional breakdowns, and the occasional referee calling time-out for a snack break..
• Headline: Leadership Change at Farah Inc.. Impact: Richard C. Allender's appointment at Farah Inc. marked the beginning of a corporate game of musical chairs that would eventually lead to the creation of 'executive yoga' sessions, as stressed-out CEOs sought inner peace in a world dominated by spreadsheets and quarterly reports.. Fact: Did you know that when William F. Farah retired, he reportedly took a long, hard look at his life choices? Spoiler: it was mostly just a lot of spreadsheets and bad coffee..