DECEMBER 13, 1997

Full News Archive

• Headline: Microsoft's Antitrust Ruling Implications. Impact: The ruling against Microsoft set off a chain reaction, leading tech companies to adopt more collaborative cultures. If not for this, we might have had a world where every software came with an instruction manual thicker than the product itself.. Fact: Did you know that Microsoft was once so dominant that they had more power than some countries? Good thing they didn't decide to run for president!.
• Headline: GOP's Climate Strategy Against Al Gore. Impact: The GOP's attempt to weaponize climate agreements led to endless debates about whether a clean planet is worth the price of freedom. Who knew that saving the Earth could be so controversial?. Fact: Fun fact: Al Gore once claimed he invented the internet. Perhaps he should have also claimed he invented the climate crisis debate!.
• Headline: 2 Charged After Girl, 11, Is Found Living in Squalor. Impact: This tragic case brought attention to the plight of children in poverty, triggering new policies that, while imperfect, aimed to improve child welfare. A sad reminder that sometimes it takes the worst stories to spark change.. Fact: In a shocking turn of events, child welfare advocates often find themselves lobbying for basic human rights. Who knew that was still a thing?.
• Headline: Second Opinion on South Bronx Revival; Where the President Did Not Visit, Concerns About Cutbacks. Impact: The South Bronx's revival was overshadowed by government cutbacks, leading to an ongoing cycle of neglect and revitalization efforts. It's like watching a bad soap opera—just when you think it’s getting better, it takes a nosedive.. Fact: Did you know that the South Bronx has been dubbed the 'birthplace of hip-hop'? Talk about a cultural renaissance amid the rubble!.
• Headline: Beliefs. Impact: The Vatican's clear delineation between priests and laity triggered debates that reshaped the role of laypeople in the Church, leading to a slow evolution of modern religious practices. It's a miracle that change is even possible in such a traditional institution.. Fact: Did you know that the Vatican is its own country? They may have a tiny footprint, but their influence is as vast as a Pope's blessing!.
• Headline: If Giants Win, Title Is Theirs. Impact: The Giants' potential victory not only shaped the season but also solidified New York's love affair with football, proving once again that sports can unify a city even amidst chaos. Who needs a superhero when you have a football team?. Fact: Did you know that the New York Giants are one of the oldest teams in the NFL? They’ve been giving fans heart attacks since 1925!.
• Headline: High Court Agrees to Decide Just What Congress Meant When It Said 'Carrying Arms'. Impact: This Supreme Court case opened the floodgates for countless interpretations of gun laws, changing the landscape of American rights like a game of legal Twister. Just when you think you know the rules, someone pulls a muscle.. Fact: Fun fact: The Supreme Court has more power than most governments, yet they still can't agree on what 'use' means. Perhaps they should just consult a dictionary?.
• Headline: A Familiar Face Stands in the Giants' Way. Impact: Mike Nolan's strategic play against the Giants not only impacted the game but also became a classic example of how former allies can turn into fierce rivals. Talk about a plot twist worthy of a sports drama!. Fact: Did you know that in football, the defense is just as important as the offense? But let's be real, nobody ever throws a parade for a great tackle!.