MARCH 7, 2000

Full News Archive

• Headline: Sydney Brenner's Impact on Genomics. Impact: Dr. Sydney Brenner's work on genetic code has led to the bizarre trend of people genetically modifying their pets. Who would have thought that a simple discovery could result in a cat with a mustache and a dog that thinks it’s a dolphin?. Fact: Fun fact: Sydney Brenner once asked a question so profound that it caused a room full of scientists to pause, then promptly resume their coffee break. Priorities, right?.
• Headline: What Would Atheists Do? Join the Choir?. Impact: The embrace of Christianity by presidential candidates could have led to an alternate timeline where atheists formed their own political party, focusing solely on issues like 'Free Wi-Fi for Everyone' and 'All You Can Eat Pizza Nights'.. Fact: Did you know that some atheists actually believe in unicorns? Not the mythical creatures, but the concept of a perfect world without political debates? They’re still waiting for that one to happen..
• Headline: THREE ARE GUILTY OF COVER-UP PLOT IN LOUIMA ATTACK. Impact: The conviction in the Louima case marked a significant turning point in police accountability. Had it not happened, we might be living in a dystopian reality where police wear capes instead of badges, claiming they’re above the law.. Fact: In a shocking twist, the Louima case highlighted that not all cover-ups involve a superhero. Sometimes, it’s just poor choices and bad decisions made by people who should know better..