JULY 9, 2000

Full News Archive

• Headline: Shopping with Natasha Lyonne. Impact: Natasha Lyonne's shopping spree inspired a generation of actresses to take up shopping as a legitimate form of acting. Now, we have a reality show called 'Shopaholics Anonymous,' where they try to convince us that buying shoes is a character arc.. Fact: Did you know that 'But I'm a Cheerleader' was almost called 'But I'm a Shoppaholic'? The plot twist was just too much for audiences..
• Headline: Family Connections Through a Quilt. Impact: Marilyn Webb’s quilt-making kicked off a family rivalry that would lead to an annual 'Quilt-Off' where families compete for bragging rights. This eventually evolved into a global championship that now has its own Olympic event.. Fact: Quilting is the only sport where you can simultaneously watch TV, sip tea, and yell at your relatives without breaking a sweat..
• Headline: Sports of The Times; With One Pitch, A Day Goes Sour. Impact: Roger Clemens hitting Mike Piazza was the start of a series of unfortunate events leading to the creation of the 'Crosstown Rivalry' that has inspired countless sitcoms and a bad band named 'Pitch Slap.' Who knew a single pitch could launch a thousand jokes?. Fact: Did you know that the incident led to a spike in baseball helmet sales? Apparently, players thought, 'If I can’t dodge a pitch, I might as well look good while being hit.'.
• Headline: BEHIND THE WHEEL/2001 Mazda Tribute; A Small S.U.V. Fills a Yawning Gap. Impact: The introduction of the Mazda Tribute led to an explosion of small SUVs that all claimed to fill a 'yawning gap' in the market. Now, we have an entire generation of drivers who can't decide whether they want to be adventurous or just look good in a parking lot.. Fact: Despite being a small SUV, the Mazda Tribute has been known to carry the emotional baggage of all its owners, along with several stuffed animals and half-empty coffee cups..