SEPTEMBER 6, 1999

Full News Archive

• Headline: Art in Everyday Life: A Photographer's Journey. Impact: The photographer's work sparked a revolution in street art appreciation, leading to a bizarre trend where people began framing graffiti and calling it 'urban chic.' This ultimately resulted in a global shortage of spray paint, forcing artists to switch to watercolors, which, believe it or not, made them even more pretentious.. Fact: Did you know that the mundane markings on the streets can be worth more than your average piece of art? Yeah, that’s right, a simple coffee stain can now cost more than your student loans!.
• Headline: A Familiar Chant Greets Grand Slam By New Met. Impact: Darryl Hamilton's grand slam became the stuff of legend, leading to a series of increasingly ridiculous celebrations, including a dance-off between players and fans that eventually ended in a bizarre reality show called 'Baseball Boogie.'. Fact: Did you know that a grand slam in baseball is not an invitation to a fancy dinner? Though, after a game, it might feel like one if you’re in the right ballpark!.
• Headline: A Major League Player's Life Of Isolation and Secret Fear. Impact: Billy Bean's story has inspired countless athletes to come out, leading to a world where sports teams now have 'Pride Nights' that are more popular than Taco Tuesdays. Who knew that being authentic could score more points than a home run?. Fact: Fun fact: The only thing harder than hitting a home run is getting a professional athlete to open up about their feelings. But hey, at least the food is good at those restaurant openings!.