JANUARY 16, 1992

Full News Archive

• Headline: Exploring the Gullah Legacy in Cinema. Impact: The film 'Daughters Of the Dust' sparked a newfound appreciation for Gullah culture, leading to a modern-day Gullah revival, which coincidentally caused a surge in demand for sweetgrass baskets—who knew weaving could be a trendsetter?. Fact: Did you know that the Gullah language has preserved many African words and phrases? So technically, if you were to try and pretend you know a second language, you could just say 'Gullah' and impress no one..
• Headline: Germany's Economic Slowdown of 1991. Impact: Germany's economic cooling in '91 set off a chain reaction that led to the eventual rise of hipster coffee shops in Berlin, because nothing says economic recovery like overpriced lattes and a side of irony.. Fact: Did you know that economic recessions can be great for creativity? Just ask the artists who need to drown their sorrows in paint—or debt..
• Headline: 1992 Horatio Alger Awards Ceremony. Impact: The 1992 Horatio Alger Awards highlighted the successes of those who overcame adversity, indirectly inspiring countless motivational posters featuring kittens and the phrase 'Hang in there!' which have since graced the walls of cubicles everywhere.. Fact: Did you know that the Horatio Alger Awards are named after a 19th-century author? So, yes, you can credit a guy who wrote children's novels for the rise of motivational speakers and self-help books—thanks a lot, Horatio!.
• Headline: Papier-Mache Care: Sun Is Its Ungluing. Impact: The fascination with papier-mâché in the 19th century led to a boom in DIY projects, sparking a future where people would awkwardly gift each other homemade crafts that looked suspiciously like they were made in kindergarten.. Fact: Did you know that papier-mâché literally means 'chewed paper'? So next time you admire a sculpture, just remember it's basically a fancy version of what your dog might do to a newspaper..