NOVEMBER 10, 1998

Full News Archive

• Headline: DNA Confirms Jefferson-Hemings Connection. Impact: This revelation set off a chain reaction where every family dinner in America turned into a genealogical debate. Now, everyone’s asking, 'Who was your great-great-grandfather?' instead of discussing the weather.. Fact: Thomas Jefferson had a thing for secrecy—too bad his family tree was more tangled than a soap opera..
• Headline: Tragic Shooting Incident in Harlem. Impact: This tragic incident led to an endless stream of memes and public service announcements on gun safety, reminding everyone that guns and playtime should never mix. Thanks, Mark, for the cautionary tale.. Fact: In a shocking twist, studies show that chocolate is still safer than playing with guns. Who knew?.
• Headline: Lord Hunt, 88, Everest Trek Leader, Dies. Impact: Lord Hunt's passing brought an end to an era of heroic exploration. The next generation of climbers realized they might actually have to do the work instead of just following the footsteps of giants.. Fact: Lord Hunt once said, 'If you’re not climbing Everest, you’re just walking uphill.' Wise words, but I prefer my uphill walks with a coffee in hand..
• Headline: G.M. Signs 10-Year Pact to Buy Aluminum From Alcan. Impact: This deal allowed GM to keep their aluminum costs from spiraling out of control—because nothing says 'innovation' like a long-term contract to avoid volatility.. Fact: GM's secret? They actually thought about using paper for their cars, but aluminum was just shinier..
• Headline: Political Briefing; Arizona Sets Record For a Year of Women. Impact: The election of women to top offices in Arizona was like a political game of Jenga—one wrong move and the whole tower could come crashing down. But it also inspired women everywhere to try their hand at politics, leading to a nationwide trend of 'time to break the glass ceiling'.. Fact: Fun fact: In Arizona, the phrase 'woman in charge' is now synonymous with 'please hold my beer while I take care of this.'.
• Headline: Political Briefing; 'None of the Above' Places 3d in Nevada.