JUNE 2, 1994

Full News Archive

• Headline: Summer Precautions for Outdoor Enjoyment. Impact: If everyone had just used sunscreen from this day forward, the global skincare industry would have skyrocketed, leading to a world where sunburns are a thing of the past, and people would be buying stock in SPF like it's Bitcoin.. Fact: Did you know that sunscreen has been around since ancient Egypt? They used a mix of rice bran oil and jasmine to protect their skin. So, in a way, we owe our sunburn-free summers to long-dead Egyptians and their skincare secrets..
• Headline: Corning Acquires Nichols Institute for Testing. Impact: Corning's acquisition of Nichols Institute paved the way for a future where lab testing became as ubiquitous as fast food. Next stop? A drive-thru lab to get your blood drawn while you grab a latte.. Fact: Fun fact: Corning is best known for its glass products. So, if you ever wondered why your lab results were delivered in a fragile container, now you know!.
• Headline: Artistic Knobs and Handles Exhibition. Impact: The Hubermans' tiny bits of art revolutionized drawer hardware, leading to a future where every kitchen and bathroom looked like an art exhibit. Let’s just say, IKEA's design team had to step up their game.. Fact: Did you know that the world's first known cabinet dates back to ancient Egypt? Apparently, they were the trendsetters of stylish storage long before the Hubermans made it 'artsy'..
• Headline: CURRENTS; New Sparkle For a Museum In London. Impact: The renovation of the Victoria and Albert Museum led to an influx of tourists, transforming London into a cultural hotspot. If it hadn't happened, the museum might still be known as that 'stuffy place' where art goes to die.. Fact: Interestingly, the V&A is home to the world's largest collection of decorative arts. So, if you ever need a conversation starter at a dinner party, just mention the museum's vast collection of 1.2 million objects..
• Headline: CURRENTS; What's New: Playful Furniture With Soul. Impact: The playful furniture trend sparked a revolution in design, leading to a future where your couch might double as a trampoline. Can you imagine the furniture fights that would ensue?. Fact: Did you know that the term 'mid-century modern' was initially used to describe furniture from the 1950s? So, basically, every trendy design you see today is just a recycled idea from your grandparents' living room..