DECEMBER 26, 2000

Full News Archive

• Headline: Queens Opposes NYC Power Generator Plan. Impact: This power plan sparked an outrage that eventually led to the creation of the 'Queens Power Coalition,' which, in a bizarre twist, became the breeding ground for the city's first competitive hot dog eating contest. Who knew protesting would lead to such delicious outcomes?. Fact: Did you know that New York City has more power outages than it does hot dog stands? Just kidding… or am I?.
• Headline: Rethinking Flight Management at LaGuardia. Impact: The analysis suggesting capitalism could reduce flights led to an outrageous experiment where airline executives tried auctioning off seats on flights like they were rare Beanie Babies. Spoiler alert: it didn't go well.. Fact: Did you know LaGuardia's delays have inspired more conspiracy theories than the moon landing? Seriously, check Reddit..
• Headline: For Lawyers, Is Boom Near In Insolvency?. Impact: The demand for bankruptcy lawyers skyrocketed, creating a bizarre trend where lawyers began to offer 'bankruptcy party kits' including confetti and a 'Sorry For Your Loss' cake, because who doesn’t want to celebrate financial ruin?. Fact: Fun fact: The only thing more tragic than bankruptcy is the fact that there are people who actually enjoy watching courtroom dramas for entertainment..