AUGUST 28, 1999

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• Headline: Judge Recant's Controversial Courtroom Tactics. Impact: If Judge Recant hadn't handcuffed that defense lawyer, perhaps the entire legal system would have evolved to be more lenient, resulting in a future where courtroom drama takes place in quiet coffee shops instead of stuffy rooms. Who needs order when you can have a cappuccino and a good brawl?. Fact: Did you know that handcuffs are now considered a fashion accessory in some circles? Just wait until they hit the runway!.
• Headline: Dr. J's Paternity Controversy Uncovered. Impact: Julius Erving's denial about fathering a tennis player has created a ripple effect that led to an entire generation of sports figures claiming they have no idea who their children are. This ultimately led to a popular reality show, 'Who’s Your Athlete Dad?'. Fact: In the world of sports, paternity tests are the new MVP awards. Who knew genetics could be so competitive?.
• Headline: Where Does Generation Y Go to Shop?; 70 Million Young Buyers Without a Thing to Wear. Impact: The fashion choices of Generation Y set off a butterfly effect that led to the invention of online shopping. If those teenagers had only wanted to wear something decent, we might all still be stuck in brick-and-mortar stores, fighting over the last pair of jeans.. Fact: Backpacks were originally designed to hold books, but now they also hold the weight of a generation's questionable fashion choices!.