DECEMBER 7, 1995

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• Headline: Courageous Journey of Donna Ieronimo. Impact: If Donna hadn't fought through her disability, we might have missed out on a wave of inspirational quotes that now grace every motivational poster in the world. You're welcome, Pinterest.. Fact: Did you know that overcoming obstacles is the new black? Apparently, every self-help guru is just waiting for someone to struggle before they can sell their next book!.
• Headline: Celebrating Hanukkah: Lights of Tradition. Impact: The menorah’s revival sparked a global trend of light-based celebrations, leading to the invention of LED Christmas lights and the subsequent arms race of holiday decorations. Yes, thank the ancient Jews for our electric light bills.. Fact: Fun fact: Hanukkah is often called the 'Festival of Lights' because, unlike most holidays, it requires you to keep your lights on during an energy crisis. Nothing says ‘miracle’ like a hefty electric bill!.
• Headline: Softkey's Bid for Learning Company. Impact: Softkey's acquisition bid for the Learning Company inadvertently led to a series of educational software disasters in the 90s, paving the way for the rise of online learning—where kids now learn math through video game cheat codes instead of actual teachers.. Fact: Did you know that hostile takeover bids are basically corporate breakups, but with more spreadsheets and less crying? Who said business wasn't romantic?.