MAY 9, 2000

Full News Archive

• Headline: Cardinal O'Connor's Historic Funeral. Impact: If Cardinal O'Connor had not passed, New York might now be a much more pious place—like a never-ending Thanksgiving dinner, where everyone pretends they love each other while secretly eyeing the exit.. Fact: Cardinal O'Connor was known for his outspoken views, making him both a beloved and controversial figure. It turns out, praying for peace and having opinions can really stir the pot..
• Headline: Beethoven's Echoes at Mauthausen Camp. Impact: This concert not only honored the memory of those lost but also sparked a global movement of artists performing in unexpected places to raise awareness—who knew that playing Beethoven in a death camp could lead to a renaissance of socially conscious performances?. Fact: Sir Simon Rattle conducted this performance at Mauthausen, a former Nazi camp, reminding us that music can be a powerful weapon against silence, even in the darkest of places..
• Headline: Republicans Debate Gently In Senate Race. Impact: If only these candidates had debated as passionately as they debated gently, we might have a Senate full of rockstars instead of politicians who look like they just woke up from a nap during a lecture on tax codes.. Fact: In New Jersey, the debates often have more drama than a reality TV show—only with less crying and more awkward pauses. Who knew politics could be this entertaining?.