JUNE 17, 1996

Full News Archive

• Headline: Lessons from Dad's Retail Experience. Impact: Little did anyone know that Syd's Camera Shop would spark a wave of small business nostalgia, leading to the hipster coffee shop boom of the 2000s. Thanks, Dad, for the artisanal lattes!. Fact: The original cameras sold there were made with more metal than your average car today. Ah, the good ol' days of photography!.
• Headline: City Government's Lame Duck Era Begins. Impact: The term limits led to a chain reaction of political ineptitude that sparked an entire generation of memes about 'lame ducks' — literally. Who knew that birds could be so politically relevant?. Fact: A 'lame duck' is not just a bad politician; it’s also a great excuse for not getting your work done. 'Sorry boss, I’m just a lame duck!'.
• Headline: Two Worlds of Navajo-Choate Exchange. Impact: Pamela's experience at Choate would eventually lead to a crop of overly confident Ivy League graduates who think they can solve world problems with a single tweet.. Fact: Choate Rosemary Hall has produced more future politicians than any other school. Guess they’re really good at training future 'public servants'!.
• Headline: You Can Look, But Ask First. Impact: The search for hidden London gems resulted in an explosion of underground tour guides, who now charge tourists exorbitant fees to find 'secret' spots they could have Googled.. Fact: Buckingham Palace's secret rooms? Just as mythical as the Loch Ness Monster. But good luck convincing a tourist of that!.
• Headline: SOAPBOX;Shopping With Mother. Impact: This $500 dress purchase set off a chain reaction where women everywhere began to justify expensive purchases with 'It's a special occasion!' — leading to the rise of the 'special occasion' dress code.. Fact: In the Depression, a dollar could buy a loaf of bread. Now, it barely covers the tip at a fancy restaurant. Progress, right?.
• Headline: VOICES: VIEWPOINT;Beneficial Capitalism, R.I.P.. Impact: The return to power of a regime that was once overthrown led to a cycle of political déjà vu in Russia, reminding everyone that history loves to repeat itself — like a really bad pop song.. Fact: The only thing more predictable than Russian politics is the fact that someone will always complain about it on the internet!.
• Headline: NEIGHBORHOOD REPORT: DOWNTOWN BROOKLYN/BROOKLYN HEIGHTS -- UPDATE;Safe Landing for Thunderbird. Impact: The Thunderbird's relocation spurred a massive interest in public art, leading to a wave of obscure installations that no one understands but everyone pretends to appreciate.. Fact: The Thunderbird is not just a bird; it’s a symbol! And just like all symbols, it can mean whatever you want it to mean. Art is subjective, right?.
• Headline: Only the Best And Hippest Will Do. Impact: The adoption of hip-hop style led to the rise of the 'streetwear' industry, where people pay top dollar to look like they just rolled out of bed. Fashion is truly a wild ride!. Fact: Baggy pants were originally designed for comfort, but now they’re also a great way to hide snacks. Fashion meets practicality!.
• Headline: MAKING IT WORK;Greenpoint's Endangered Hampton. Impact: The struggles of Greenpoint’s river access highlighted urban decay, leading to a city-wide obsession with gentrification, where the only thing more endangered than the Hampton is the local culture.. Fact: Getting to the river in Greenpoint used to involve more obstacles than a reality TV show obstacle course. Who knew nature had a security system?.