SEPTEMBER 16, 1997

Full News Archive

• Headline: Long-term Benefits of Stimulants for ADHD. Impact: In a twist of fate, the increased use of stimulants in children led to an unexpected surge in future CEOs and tech innovators. Who knew that giving kids Ritalin would create a new generation of hyper-focused entrepreneurs? The world was not ready for the caffeine-fueled tech boom.. Fact: Did you know that Ritalin was originally developed to treat narcolepsy? So, in a way, giving it to hyperactive kids is like trying to solve a riddle with a sledgehammer..
• Headline: Funding for Bird Conservation in New Jersey. Impact: This oil spill money made its way to the birds, who then formed an elite flying club that changed the migratory patterns of avian species forever. Little do humans know, they’re now planning a bird uprising to reclaim the skies.. Fact: Fun fact: Birds can recognize themselves in mirrors. So, while you think they’re just chirping away, they might actually be plotting their next move..
• Headline: Uneximbank's Surprising Market Move. Impact: This bank's about-face became a case study for every financial institution, sparking a trend of 'we'll do the opposite of what you expect' that led to the chaos of the 2008 financial crisis. Thanks, Uneximbank!. Fact: Did you know that banks are often compared to casinos? The house always wins, but at least in a casino, you get free drinks while losing your money..
• Headline: Prison in the Forest; The Itinerant Jailer Is an Adirondack Plan's Best Booster. Impact: The prison in the forest sparked a movement for eco-friendly incarceration, leading to the development of 'green prisons' that double as wildlife reserves. Because nothing says rehabilitation like a side of nature.. Fact: Did you know that the term 'prisoner's dilemma' actually originated from a game theory study? Spoiler: no one wins, especially when the inmates are debating whether to plant trees or plot escapes..
• Headline: Whitman Shifts Focus From Car Insurance to Record on Other Issues. Impact: Whitman's shift led to a bizarre series of political debates that changed campaign strategies forever, eventually resulting in future politicians being more concerned about their Instagram presence than actual policies. Welcome to the 21st century.. Fact: Did you know that most politicians have a team dedicated solely to managing their image? Because nothing says 'trust me' like a perfectly curated Instagram feed..
• Headline: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS: Japanese Economy Follows A Zigzag; Exporters Thrive as Other Sectors Sink. Impact: The zigzagging economy made Japan a poster child for unpredictability, inspiring the phrase 'going Japanese' in negotiations that would ultimately confuse business majors for decades to come. Thanks, economy!. Fact: Did you know that Japan has a 'black cat' superstition? So, maybe their economy just had some bad luck, or perhaps it was all those cats playing with the stock market..
• Headline: Schools Chief Drops His Plan For Majors. Impact: The drop of the majors proposal led to an explosion of students who graduated without any idea what they were doing—setting the stage for a generation of 'professionally undecided' graduates. Major success!. Fact: Fun fact: The term 'liberal arts' comes from the Latin liberales artes, meaning 'the arts of a free person.' Ironically, many graduates feel anything but free after finishing their degree..