MAY 23, 2000

Full News Archive

• Headline: New York Assembly's Turbulent Coup Attempt. Impact: The failed coup in New York Assembly set a precedent for political drama that would lead to reality TV shows based on legislative sessions. Hence, 'Real Politicians of New York' was born, captivating audiences for decades.. Fact: Sheldon Silver's ability to survive political skirmishes is rivaled only by cockroaches and the unshakeable belief in the existence of Bigfoot..
• Headline: An MTV Prankster Gets (Mostly) Serious About His Cancer. Impact: Tom Green's candidness about cancer changed the landscape of celebrity health discussions, leading to a future where influencers are more literal than ever, and their health updates dominate social media feeds.. Fact: Tom Green's humor was so effective that it actually convinced a generation that laughter could cure cancer. Spoiler: it can't, but it sure is a lot more fun than crying about it..
• Headline: Thunder From the Pit For Bluebeard. Impact: The success of Bartok's 'Bluebeard's Castle' sparked a renaissance in avant-garde opera, leading to a future where operatic performances are held in places like laundromats and grocery stores, forever changing the meaning of 'performing arts.'. Fact: Attending an opera can be more dramatic than the plots themselves. If only the audience could throw tomatoes like in the old days!.