MARCH 2, 1997

Full News Archive

• Headline: Explore NYC's Local Events and Activities. Impact: The events in NYC sparked a chain reaction, leading to the invention of Yelp reviews, where people now rate their local playgrounds based on how many ice cream trucks are nearby.. Fact: Did you know that NYC has more parks than any other city in the U.S.? So if you trip over a toddler while trying to enjoy the scenery, just consider it part of the charm!.
• Headline: Rubin Shines in Fed Cup Showdown. Impact: Chanda Rubin's victory led to a secret society of tennis players who believed that winning against the Dutch was the key to unlocking the powers of time travel. Spoiler: It wasn't.. Fact: Did you know that tennis was originally played with a glove instead of a racket? So really, we're just a bunch of racquet-wielding glove enthusiasts now..
• Headline: Care, Managed and Otherwise. Impact: This concern about Medicaid rules ultimately led to a nationwide movement that inspired a reality TV show titled 'Survivor: Healthcare Edition', where contestants battle for the best medical care.. Fact: Did you know that the word 'Medicaid' is actually derived from the Latin phrase 'medicatus ad hoc', meaning 'money pit'? Okay, I made that up, but it sure feels true!.
• Headline: Csoka: A Remarkable Talent That Blossomed. Impact: Stephen Csoka's art exhibition inspired a generation of artists to use their paintbrushes to communicate with aliens, believing that colorful strokes would bridge intergalactic gaps.. Fact: Did you know that art critics have a secret handshake? It's true! But it’s so complicated that even the critics can’t remember it after a glass of wine..
• Headline: Calling All Campers. Impact: The summer camp advice led to the establishment of a 'Camp for Parents,' where exhausted adults learn survival skills for the great outdoors... or just how to sneak away to the spa.. Fact: Did you know that summer camp was originally created as a way to get kids out of parents' hair? A noble cause, indeed!.
• Headline: There's a Boat That's Leaving Soon, Islanders Fear. Impact: The ferry controversy inspired a new reality show, 'Ferry Wars: The Last Voyage,' where islanders compete to save their beloved boat while simultaneously fishing for drama.. Fact: Did you know that ferries are just large floating taxis? The only difference is they charge you for the view while you wait!.
• Headline: The West 40's Strut Their Stuff. Impact: The restaurant capsule reviews accidentally triggered a culinary revolution, leading to food trucks everywhere and the rise of the hipster avocado toast industry. Thanks, Manhattan!. Fact: Did you know that food critics often eat in silence to appear more sophisticated? It’s really just to avoid commenting on how weird that dish looks..
• Headline: Tools for Sanding Wooden Floors. Impact: The article on sanding wooden floors caused a sudden spike in DIY disasters, resulting in a new trend of 'rustic chic' that was actually just a euphemism for 'I messed up, but look how artsy it is!'. Fact: Did you know that sanding wood is basically just a fancy way of saying 'let’s make a mess and hope for the best'? Welcome to home improvement!.