SEPTEMBER 28, 1995

Full News Archive

• Headline: Understanding Drought's Long-term Impact. Impact: The drought in 1996 led to a radical shift in gardening practices, resulting in a secret society of gardeners who now use ancient techniques involving rain dances and interpretive dance to summon the rain. You won't find that in your local gardening manual.. Fact: Did you know that droughts can actually lead to a rise in plant-based diets? Apparently, if you can't grow it, you might as well eat less of it. Who knew that climate change could be a diet plan?.
• Headline: Mirth Amid Conflict in Chechnya. Impact: The destruction in Chechnya sparked a global campaign for peace that unexpectedly led to the rise of hipster baristas who now use war-torn cities as their branding. 'Café Bombed Out' became the go-to trendy spot for the irony-seeking crowd.. Fact: Did you know that the human spirit is incredibly resilient? It can withstand a lot, including the urge to cry while living in a fire-swept concrete shell. People are strong... or just really good at pretending..
• Headline: Designing the Future of Los Angeles. Impact: After two years of design chaos, the Mayor of Los Angeles, now known as the 'Mayor of Renovation,' inadvertently started a trend where politicians are judged on their interior decorating skills rather than their policies. Welcome to the age of 'Cushion Politics.'. Fact: Did you know that it takes 19 designers to realize that the Mayor's mansion could use a little more feng shui? That's right, folks, politics is just one big home makeover show now..