MAY 7, 1995

Full News Archive

• Headline: Empowering Young Entrepreneurs. Impact: If only every kid took entrepreneurial advice from a newspaper column. The world might have been graced with 'Gates 2.0' by now, or a million more avocado toast startups that quickly flamed out. Thanks a lot, Don Gann.. Fact: Bill Gates once said, 'Your most unhappy customers are your greatest source of learning.' So, if your kids can learn from unhappy customers, they're going to be excellent entrepreneurs. Or just really good at arguing!.
• Headline: Taste of Home in Wakefield. Impact: The introduction of mangoes and plump papayas in the Bronx set off a chain reaction of tropical fruit cravings, leading to the invention of the smoothie. Smoothie bars and Instagram influencers owe their existence to these two guys and their Chevy van.. Fact: Did you know that the mango is considered the national fruit of India? So technically, your kids might be on the path to international fruit diplomacy!.
• Headline: Two Mansions, Two Eras in Providence. Impact: The restoration of the Nightingale-Brown House inspired a nationwide trend of renovations, leading to the 'Fixer Upper' craze. Who knew a hard hat could spark a home improvement revolution?. Fact: Fun fact: The Nightingale-Brown House is older than the United States itself. It’s practically a historical artifact by now—just like your uncle after a few too many family gatherings!.
• Headline: VOICES: FROM THE DESK OF; How to Pinch Pennies After a Life of Plenty. Impact: This individual’s penny-pinching advice likely resulted in a wave of middle-aged crises, as people realized they had to start budgeting instead of relying on their past spending habits. Thanks for the anxiety, random columnist!. Fact: At 56, one often starts to reflect on their life choices. Let’s hope they’re not reflecting on that avocado toast they bought last week!.
• Headline: Lighten Up, Yorick! You're On!. Impact: The theatrical production at Old Greenwich Elementary School probably ignited a passion for the arts in local children, leading to more dramatic family dinners—complete with monologues about why they won't clean their rooms.. Fact: Did you know that drama classes can improve public speaking skills? So, the next time you hear a child dramatically declare they hate broccoli, just remember they’re practicing for Broadway..
• Headline: HOME CLINIC; Gilding and Gold Leafing, 2 Ways to Restore the Luster of Yore. Impact: The revival of gilding techniques likely led to a resurgence in DIY home projects, resulting in a generation of people with gold leaf on their hands and regrets in their hearts—because who can afford the upkeep?. Fact: Gold leafing was once a sign of royalty in ancient Egypt. So, if you gild a picture frame, you might just be one step closer to being a pharaoh. Or at least a fancy home décor enthusiast..
• Headline: NEIGHBORHOOD REPORT: WAKEFIELD; Back on Graffiti Track at Board 12. Impact: The graffiti on Community Board 12’s walls probably sparked a city-wide debate on art versus vandalism, leading to a plethora of awkward town hall meetings and neighborhood watch groups. Thanks, graffiti artists!. Fact: Graffiti has been used for centuries to make political statements, so really, those tags could be considered the tweets of the past. Just with more spray paint and less character limit..
• Headline: ART REVIEW; Home-Grown Histories of America's Game. Impact: The celebration of baseball history at two museums laid the groundwork for future sports museums, potentially leading to a future where people pay to see the jerseys of mediocre players.. Fact: Baseball is often called America's pastime, but it's really just a fancy term for 'watching people stand around in the sun for three hours.'.