MARCH 21, 1992

Full News Archive

• Headline: Brooklyn's Shabby Lives Captured on Film. Impact: If only Shabby Brooklyn had a better camera, we might have avoided the rise of Instagram influencers. Just imagine a world without avocado toast selfies!. Fact: Did you know that Brooklyn's hipster scene was actually invented by a group of raccoons who wanted to start a thrift store?.
• Headline: Decoding Garment-Care Labels. Impact: The indecision over washing garments led to the creation of the world's most confusing laundry detergent. Thanks, Mad Hatter, for making life even messier!. Fact: Did you know that 'Do not wash' labels were originally meant for garments that were too fabulous to be cleaned? Truly, a fashion statement!.
• Headline: Duke Blue Devils vs. Iowa Press Strategy. Impact: The Blue Devils' strategy meetings sparked a chain reaction leading to the invention of the press conference—a great way for coaches to sound wise while saying absolutely nothing.. Fact: Did you know that the Blue Devils once considered recruiting a literal blue devil? Turns out, they had trouble finding one who could dribble..
• Headline: Heir Apparent at Time Warner Is Out Amid Signs of Dissension. Impact: Nicholas Jr.'s resignation created a power vacuum that led to endless speculation about corporate drama, eventually resulting in every office in America adopting 'Game of Thrones' as a workplace strategy.. Fact: Did you know that Time Warner's board meetings were once so boring they required a juggler to keep everyone awake? Just another Tuesday!.
• Headline: CHRONICLE. Impact: The Duke and Duchess of York's public apology led to a worldwide trend of insincere apologies, ultimately paving the way for social media influencers to master the art of 'I'm sorry but...' posts.. Fact: Did you know that Buckingham Palace has a secret apology department that specializes in drafting the most eloquent 'I'm sorry' notes in history? They even have a royal seal of approval!.
• Headline: CHRONICLE. Impact: The gathering of scientists created a ripple effect that led to the eventual rise of the nerd culture—thank you, Columbia University, for unleashing the ultimate geekdom!. Fact: Did you know that 'the Stork' was actually a secret code name for the world's first science-themed baby shower? It's a real thing!.
• Headline: CHRONICLE. Impact: Heimlich's honor at the dinner inspired countless children to learn the Heimlich maneuver, inadvertently leading to a decade of overly dramatic choking simulations in school health classes.. Fact: Did you know that Dr. Heimlich once attempted to save a choking duck? Spoiler alert: the duck still prefers bread over first aid techniques..