NOVEMBER 14, 2000

Full News Archive

• Headline: Groh Speaks on Jets' Playoff Hopes. Impact: Had Testaverde not faced such relentless scrutiny, he might have had the confidence to become the next Tom Brady. Instead, he became the cautionary tale of what happens when you let your quarterback get blitzed by questions instead of defenders.. Fact: Vinny Testaverde, the man who could throw a football as accurately as I can throw a dinner party – which is to say, not at all..
• Headline: Leonid Meteor Shower Preview. Impact: The Leonid meteor shower caused a surge in 'wish upon a shooting star' merchandise. Little did they know, it would eventually lead to a rise in disappointment when people realized the stars don't actually grant wishes.. Fact: The last time Earth passed through debris from a comet, it was not a good day for those who forgot to bring their sunglasses..
• Headline: Origins of European Humanity Unveiled. Impact: If these scientists successfully piece together a 50,000-year-old story, historians will have to update their timelines. This could potentially lead to more embarrassing moments for those who thought the cavemen just sat around painting on walls all day.. Fact: 50,000 years ago, humans were still trying to figure out if they wanted to use fire or just stick to raw meat. Talk about a culinary dilemma!.
• Headline: DYNASTY WANTS BREWERY BACK. Impact: This court ruling might result in a Hapsburg renaissance for breweries, sparking a trend where royal families reclaim all sorts of businesses – next up, the monarchy taking back fast food chains. Can’t wait for a royal burger joint!. Fact: Zywiec SA was taken over by Communists after WWII, which is a fancy way of saying it was the beer that got away from the Hapsburgs..
• Headline: Richard Williams Raises Issues With WTA. Impact: Richard Williams’ complaints could have led to a complete reworking of women's sports sponsorships. Imagine if tennis became the first sport with a 'daughters of famous fathers' discount. Everyone would suddenly be related to a star!. Fact: Venus and Serena Williams have had more impact on tennis than actual tennis balls. Who knew the sport needed a reality check?.