FEBRUARY 10, 1992

Full News Archive

• Headline: Wintering Adventures in the White Mountains. Impact: The staff member's morning ritual of banging on pots led to an international trend of waking people with kitchenware. This eventually caused a global shortage of aluminum kettles, leading to a rise in alternative alarm clocks, and sparking a fierce debate over the merits of 'gentle' versus 'aggressive' wake-up calls.. Fact: Did you know that waking up to pots and pans can actually increase your chance of being late? It’s a scientific fact that the sound of clanging metal is an excellent way to start your day off in a panic!.
• Headline: Discover the Savoy Project's Ambitious Journey. Impact: The Savoy Project inspired a new generation of amateur operas, leading to a nationwide shortage of bowler hats and canes as everyone decided they could take on Gilbert and Sullivan. Years later, this would result in a bizarre fashion trend where people wore opera costumes to grocery stores.. Fact: Did you know that Gilbert and Sullivan operas have been performed in over 100 countries? You might want to check your closet for a top hat before your next trip to the supermarket!.
• Headline: UP AND COMING: Julianne Moore; Nanny's Nemesis. Impact: The movie's portrayal of nannies led to a nationwide witch hunt for rogue caregivers, resulting in an explosion of 'Nanny Regulation Boards' that made hiring help more complicated than figuring out the plot of 'Inception.'. Fact: Did you know that in the movie world, nannies are either deranged or impossibly perfect? It’s like they’re either trying to kill your kids or auditioning for a reality show about parenting!.
• Headline: Prostitutes and Crack Plague Suffolk Blacks. Impact: The community's response to the drug plague inadvertently led to the rise of a new genre of music: 'Cocaine Blues,' which became so popular that it made the drug trade seem like a misunderstood art form, instead of the crisis it really is.. Fact: Did you know that drug problems in communities often lead to heartfelt ballads? Because nothing says 'we're in crisis' quite like a catchy tune about addiction and despair!.
• Headline: Foreclosures (and Their Pain) at a Record Rate. Impact: The spike in foreclosures led to a new reality TV craze, where people would compete to avoid losing their homes by pulling off increasingly absurd stunts. The winner would receive a year of free rent and the title of 'Foreclosure Survivor.'. Fact: Did you know that the reality show 'Foreclosure Survivor' was a flop? Apparently, watching people struggle with their financial lives isn't as entertaining as watching people eat bugs..
• Headline: Parents Become Partners in Running Schools. Impact: The partnership model in schools set off a chain reaction across the nation, leading to parents becoming so involved that they started demanding to be included in the grading process. This resulted in the first-ever 'Parent-Teacher-Student Showdown.'. Fact: Did you know that parents getting involved in school decisions has led to a new profession: 'Professional Parent Consultant'? Because apparently, everyone needs a side hustle these days!.