MARCH 27, 1993

Full News Archive

• Headline: Behind the Screens: A Waiter's Journey. Impact: This charming film about a waiter in a Chinese restaurant inspired countless future directors to think, 'Hey, maybe I should make a movie about a guy who works at a deli!' Thus, the genre of workplace comedies was born, leading to 'The Office' and a million cringeworthy memes.. Fact: Did you know that the real behind-the-scenes drama in restaurants is often more riveting than the movies? Spoiler: It involves a lot of burnt garlic and misplaced orders..
• Headline: Romantic Challenges: The Flat Tire Story. Impact: That flat tire? It inadvertently led to the invention of roadside assistance services, which have since evolved into a multi-billion dollar industry. All thanks to one unlucky couple who thought they could just change a tire themselves. Thanks, romance!. Fact: Flat tires have been a romantic killer since the dawn of the automobile. Next time you get a flat, just remember: it could lead to a great story about how you met your mechanic..
• Headline: CAVEAT EMPTOR; The Airline Ticket Settlement: Don't Expect Big Benefits. Impact: The airline ticket settlement resulted in consumers receiving discount certificates, which led to a temporary boom in travel. Little did they know, this would eventually morph into the current nightmare of hidden fees and 'baggage' charges. Thanks for that, airlines!. Fact: Did you know that airlines are like that friend who promises to pay you back but always 'forgets'? You'll just have to keep carrying that emotional baggage..
• Headline: Financing a Business: Places to Look. Impact: Beverly Johansen's home-health-care business became a model for countless entrepreneurs. In a twist of fate, her story inspired a surge of home-care startups, which then contributed to the rise of gig economy work. So, thank you, Beverly, for making it trendy to care for the elderly... and for yourself.. Fact: Fun fact: The term 'home health care' sounds warm and fuzzy, but it also means 'I hope you like the smell of antiseptic.'.