APRIL 22, 1997

Full News Archive

• Headline: Chiropractors' Insurance Fraud Scheme Exposed. Impact: When these chiropractors decided to commit insurance fraud, little did they know they’d pave the way for future scams. Now, every time someone pretends to be hurt, the insurance industry gets a little more paranoid and a little more creative with their loopholes. Thanks, guys!. Fact: Chiropractors can manipulate your spine, but they can’t seem to manipulate their ethics. Who knew?.
• Headline: Honoring Trailblazers in Sports History. Impact: Ira Berkow’s column brought attention to the legends of sports, but it also inadvertently sparked countless bar debates over who truly deserves the title of 'greatest athlete.' Spoiler: It’s still a tie between your uncle who played high school football and that guy who runs marathons for fun.. Fact: Jackie Robinson was not only a baseball player but also a pioneer for civil rights. Meanwhile, most people still struggle to break the color barrier in bowling alleys..
• Headline: Clinton's Sanctions on Myanmar Explained. Impact: Clinton's sanctions on Myanmar might have seemed like a small political move, but they eventually became a talking point for every politician who wanted to look tough on human rights without actually doing anything. It's the 'talk big, act small' strategy.. Fact: Sanctions are like a timeout for countries; they don’t really solve the problem but sure make you feel like you did something..
• Headline: Boston Proves a Rough Road for Champions. Impact: The Boston Marathon winners of this year wouldn’t just run; they’d inspire future generations of runners who think they can outrun their problems. Spoiler alert: They can’t.. Fact: Fatuma Roba won the women's division while running so fast she probably outran her own shadow..
• Headline: AT&T Profit Down; Weak 2d Quarter Seen, Too. Impact: AT&T's profit drop was like a harbinger of doom for the telecommunications industry, leading to more ridiculous fees and 'limited time' offers that never seem to end. Thanks, AT&T, for making us all experts in deciphering fine print.. Fact: AT&T’s idea of a ‘weak quarter’ is still more money than most people will make in a lifetime. Must be nice!.
• Headline: A Stage for All the World of Asian-Americans. Impact: With Tisa Chang's efforts, the stage for Asian-American actors was set, and it eventually led to a surge of representation that made Hollywood realize there’s more to life than just a whitewashed cast. Who knew diversity could be so...diverse?. Fact: Pan Asian Repertory Theater: where the only thing more diverse than the cast is the talent..
• Headline: Court Won't Reconsider Tax Ruling in Favor Of Texaco. Impact: Texaco dodging a billion-dollar tax bill was like a masterclass in corporate shenanigans. This event sent ripples through the business world, where now every corporation thinks they can just pull a Houdini on their taxes and get away with it.. Fact: Texaco's tax strategy is so good it might just inspire a new reality TV show called 'Tax Avoidance: The Game.'.
• Headline: Sergeant's Lawyers Start Case By Accusing 2 of His Accusers. Impact: The defense strategy in Sergeant Simpson's case would set a precedent for future court cases where the blame game becomes an Olympic sport. It’s like they’re all auditioning for a new reality show: 'Survivor: Courtroom Edition.'. Fact: In a surprising twist, accusing the accuser is now a common tactic, proving that even in court, drama reigns supreme..
• Headline: Mets Likely to Make Changes After Loss That Looks Familiar. Impact: The Mets’ familiar loss sends shockwaves of déjà vu through their fanbase, leading to a collective sigh that echoes through time and space. This loss is now officially a part of their legacy, like a family heirloom...that nobody wants.. Fact: The Mets’ ability to lose in familiar ways is so impressive it could probably win an award for 'Best Supporting Role in a Tragic Comedy.'.