AUGUST 19, 2000

Full News Archive

• Headline: Datek Online's Major Investor Buyout. Impact: The buyout sparked a frenzy of online trading, leading to the creation of millions of 'day traders' who thought they could get rich overnight. Spoiler: they didn't.. Fact: Did you know that if every online broker had a dollar for every bad investment made by a day trader, we'd probably have a new currency? 'Dumb Bucks' could be the next big thing..
• Headline: Dedric Ward Steps Up for Jets. Impact: Dedric Ward's rise led to a surge in wide receiver performances, inspiring a whole generation of kids to believe they could also make it to the NFL. Some even skipped their homework to practice, leading to a nationwide decline in math skills.. Fact: Fun fact: The Jets have a history of trading players like they’re Pokémon cards. Gotta catch 'em all, right?.
• Headline: Bush Critiques Gore's Convention Speech. Impact: Bush's chiding of Gore set the stage for a future of political mudslinging that escalated to the point where debates became more about personal attacks than policies. Welcome to America, where insults are the new currency!. Fact: Did you know that if political debates were a reality show, it would be called 'Survivor: Washington D.C.'? Contestants get voted off every election season!.
• Headline: Skakel Judge Bound by Laws Never Intended For Adult Case. Impact: The case involving Skakel served as a reminder of how legal systems can be manipulated, leading to future cases where rich people thought they could buy their way out of trouble. Spoiler: it usually doesn’t end well.. Fact: Fun fact: This case is a prime example of what happens when you mix wealth with questionable decisions—a recipe for courtroom drama that rivals any soap opera..