MAY 13, 1991

Full News Archive

• Headline: Co-Ownership: A Smart Home Solution. Impact: This moment marked the dawn of the 'Roommate Revolution,' leading to a future where people would end up cohabitating with 17 cats instead of roommates, just to avoid buying property alone.. Fact: Did you know that sharing real estate can sometimes lead to sharing a Netflix account? Welcome to modern adulthood!.
• Headline: Celebrating Women's Voices in Art. Impact: Celebrating women's voices led to an explosion of art movements that eventually inspired future generations to start painting with their toes and calling it 'abstract.'. Fact: Fun fact: The only thing more colorful than the art displayed was the debate over who should pay for the wine at the opening gala..
• Headline: Centenarian Fire Marshal's Unyielding Dedication. Impact: Jim Grote's relentless dedication inspired countless future fire marshals, leading to a dramatic increase in 'firefighter' as a popular Halloween costume.. Fact: Despite his age, Jim's secret to longevity might just be that he keeps running away from the flames!.
• Headline: FORUM; Unlock American Energy Policy. Impact: This debate over energy policy set the stage for a future where Americans would start to obsess over solar panels like they were the latest iPhone.. Fact: Critics howling for more regulations is just Washington's version of a toddler throwing a tantrum over not getting dessert..
• Headline: DANCE; Mixing the Historic and the Brand-New. Impact: This blending of dance styles paved the way for future performances where modern dancers would interpret the grocery store checkout line as high art.. Fact: In modern dance, 'mixing historic and brand-new' usually means wearing leggings and calling it a costume..