MAY 22, 2001

Full News Archive

• Headline: Footlights: A Celebration of Public Art. Impact: In a twist of fate, the third Biennial of Public Art at Neuberger Museum inspired a generation of art students to throw paint at walls and call it 'modern expression.' This led to a nationwide movement of 'art' that gets more confusing by the day.. Fact: Fun fact: The term 'public art' really means, 'let's put something weird in a park and hope people take selfies with it.'.
• Headline: Shinjo's Heroics Lead Mets to Victory. Impact: Shinjo's heroics inspired a new generation of baseball fans who think wearing a cap backwards and eating hot dogs counts as athleticism. Thus, the decline of fitness began in the stands, one game at a time.. Fact: Did you know that the Mets have a knack for finding heroes only when they’re in the middle of a crisis? It’s like they’re the soap opera of baseball..
• Headline: Taiwan Leader Greeted in U.S. With Protests And Warmth. Impact: Chen Shui-bian's visit created a rift that would echo through international relations, leading to a decades-long debate on sovereignty. Who knew that a warm welcome could lead to cold tensions?. Fact: Did you know that welcoming a foreign leader can be a bit like inviting your ex to a family reunion? Awkwardness guaranteed!.
• Headline: SENATE DEFLECTS NUMEROUS EFFORTS TO ALTER TAX BILL. Impact: The Senate's stubbornness on the tax bill gave birth to a generation of disgruntled taxpayers who would later become social media warriors. The ripple effect? Endless memes and complaints about taxes that make you question reality.. Fact: Did you know that when politicians say 'tax cuts,' they really mean 'we’re going to argue about this for the next decade'? Welcome to the circus!.