MAY 25, 1998

Full News Archive

• Headline: Mets Triumph Over Brewers at Shea Stadium. Impact: The Mets' victory not only boosted their fans' spirits but also inadvertently inspired a new generation of baseball-themed motivational posters. Fast forward to today, and you won't believe the number of 'Believe in the Mets' mugs that are collecting dust in attics across the nation.. Fact: Did you know that Shea Stadium was so famous for hot dogs that it had its own fan club? Yes, the life of a hot dog in the '80s was more glamorous than most of us will ever know..
• Headline: Democratic Party Loves Vallone, but He's Mostly Unknown Upstate. Impact: Peter Vallone’s candidacy was like throwing a pebble into a political pond, causing ripples that would eventually lead to an explosion of campaign slogans. Now, every candidate feels the need to have a catchy catchphrase, and we have Vallone to thank for it.. Fact: Did you know that being a favorite of the Democratic Party is like being voted 'Most Likely to Succeed' in high school? It looks good on paper, but we all know how that often turns out..
• Headline: It's a Struggle for Cone But Not for the Yankees. Impact: The Yankees' dominance over the Red Sox not only fueled rivalries but also directly led to the invention of the stress ball. Who knew a baseball game could lead to a nationwide therapy trend?. Fact: Did you know that Fenway Park has seen so many epic games that it's basically the grandparent of all sports venues? It has more stories than your favorite uncle at Thanksgiving..
• Headline: Workers Challenge Casinos' Role as a Haven for Smokers. Impact: The lawsuit by nonsmoking casino workers sparked a nationwide reevaluation of smoking laws, leading to smoke-free establishments. It’s almost like they were trying to breathe without feeling like they were in a chimney!. Fact: Did you know that casinos are basically the only places where you can lose your money while suffocating on second-hand smoke? Talk about a double whammy!.
• Headline: Frank C. Montero, Racial Pioneer, Dies at 89. Impact: Frank C. Montero’s legacy as a racial pioneer helped pave the way for countless discussions on race, ultimately leading to the infamous 'Race Card' debates we see today. Thank you, Frank, for this delightful mess.. Fact: Did you know that being a racial pioneer means you probably faced more challenges than a contestant on a reality show? Spoiler: it was never about the drama..
• Headline: Dr. Mark Tarail, 87, Adviser and Expert On Mental Health. Impact: Dr. Mark Tarail's contributions to mental health influenced generations of therapists, who now have to deal with the ramifications of their clients' Netflix binges. Thanks, Mark, for making therapy a real thing.. Fact: Did you know that mental health experts are often just as confused by their clients as the clients are by themselves? It's like a never-ending game of emotional charades..
• Headline: Technology; 'Baby Softs'? Envisioning A Breakup Of Microsoft. Impact: The antitrust suits against Microsoft led to the rise of countless tech startups, many of which were created in a garage by someone who probably also invented the next big social media platform. Who needs a business plan when you have ambition?. Fact: Did you know that 'breaking up Microsoft' was once a popular dinner party topic? Because nothing says 'fun evening' like discussing monopoly laws over a plate of nachos..