AUGUST 10, 1992

Full News Archive

• Headline: Hidden Pond Polo Center Grand Opening. Impact: The Hidden Pond Polo Center made polo accessible to the masses. Today, it's the birthplace of the trend where everyone thinks they can play sports while sipping champagne. Thanks, polo!. Fact: Polo is known as the 'Sport of Kings,' which is ironic because most of us can’t afford the horse, let alone the uniform. But hey, at least the spectators get to dress up!.
• Headline: Battle Against Marine Debris in New York Harbor. Impact: Captain Aballo's efforts against floating debris led to an unexpected rise in environmental awareness. Who would’ve thought that trash collecting would inspire future generations to recycle? Go figure!. Fact: Floating debris is not just a nuisance; it’s basically the ocean’s way of showing us how much we love to pollute. Thanks, humans!.
• Headline: Your Own Account; Business Cycles as a Board Game. Impact: Brian Wiersema's board game led to an explosion of economic-themed games, giving families a new reason to argue over Monopoly. Welcome to game night, where investments are as fun as watching paint dry!. Fact: Who knew that teaching kids about economics could lead to tears and tantrums? Maybe next, we can create a game about taxes—everyone loves April 15th!.
• Headline: FILM; Mike Newell Lightens Up. Impact: Mike Newell's refusal to do 'happy' movies inadvertently paved the way for a resurgence in sad indie films. Thank you, Mike, for making us all cry into our popcorn!. Fact: Newell famously said he doesn't do 'happy,' which explains why every time he’s involved, we leave the theater with a sense of existential dread..
• Headline: ART REVIEW; Mother of Pan Am 103 Victim Creates a Passionate Tableau. Impact: Suse Lowenstein's artwork not only memorialized tragedy but also inspired countless artists to use their craft as a means of healing. Art truly has the power to transcend time and pain.. Fact: Art inspired by tragedy often serves as a reminder that beauty can emerge from the darkest of events—a powerful testament to the human spirit..
• Headline: Thailand's Still-Unspoiled Isle. Impact: Samui’s crossroads moment led to the island becoming a hotspot for tourists, resulting in both economic boom and the inevitable invasion of souvenir shops. Thank you, mass tourism!. Fact: Samui's beauty is so captivating that it has become a cliché destination. If only its beaches could talk, they'd probably complain about the tourists taking all the selfies!.
• Headline: Towns to Vie for Share of Bond Issue. Impact: Governor Cuomo's bond act sparked a frenzy of local governments competing for funds, leading to the age-old tradition of politicians promising the moon but delivering a rock. Classic politics!. Fact: Local governments fighting over bonds is like kids arguing over who gets the biggest slice of cake, while the cake itself is made of paperwork and red tape..
• Headline: FILM; What's Up With Chuck Jones? Lissen, Doc, and He'll Tell You. Impact: Chuck Jones’ legacy in animation inspired generations of cartoonists, leading to an entire industry built on making us laugh, cry, and question our sanity. Thanks, Chuck!. Fact: Chuck Jones is basically the godfather of cartoon chaos. Without him, we might never have realized how much we enjoy watching cartoon characters get hurt in the most ridiculous ways!.
• Headline: UP AND COMING: Carl Franklin; A 'False Move' That Paid Off. Impact: Carl Franklin’s success showed aspiring directors that breaking the mold is possible—if you’re willing to take risks. Now everyone thinks they can be the next big thing in Hollywood!. Fact: Carl Franklin’s 'One False Move' was so good that it made people forget all the other false moves made by Hollywood. Seriously, that’s some serious redemption!.