AUGUST 23, 1995

Full News Archive

• Headline: Atlanta's Olympics Test Event Success. Impact: Atlanta's self-assured optimism after the test run echoed through time, inspiring future Olympic cities to adopt a 'fake it till you make it' approach. This would later lead to the infamous 'Olympic Pomp and Circumstance' where cities hosted grand ceremonies with absolutely no idea what they were doing.. Fact: Did you know that the Olympic motto is 'Citius, Altius, Fortius'? Translation: 'Faster, Higher, Stronger'—or as Atlanta interpreted it, 'Just smile and nod.'.
• Headline: Justin Gimelstob's Tennis Breakthrough. Impact: Justin Gimelstob's meteoric rise in tennis created a timeline where athletes began to take 'serving' literally, leading to a short-lived reality TV show where professional athletes served food instead of tennis balls. Ratings plummeted when viewers realized there were no actual competitions.. Fact: Did you know that Justin's serve at 120 mph is faster than the average speed of a New York taxi in rush hour? Just think about that the next time you're stuck in traffic wondering why you're moving at a snail's pace..
• Headline: Business Travel; In some congested cities, executives are discovering the value of a subway system.. Impact: As executives discovered the subway, it triggered a global movement where every urban dweller began to regard public transport as a luxury experience. This led to the invention of 'Subway Spas' where commuters could enjoy massages during their ride. Naturally, it did not end well.. Fact: Did you know that the average executive spends more time stuck in traffic than actually working? So if you see them reading the latest business report in the back of a cab, just remember—they're technically still on the clock..