AUGUST 17, 2001

Full News Archive

• Headline: Schenectady Police Scandal Exposed. Impact: The Schenectady police department's shenanigans led to a nationwide crackdown on police pranks, resulting in a dramatic increase in the popularity of 'Cop Watch' YouTube channels. Who knew bad behavior could be so entertaining?. Fact: Did you know that the term 'bad apples' was originally coined to describe police officers? I guess it’s true that you can’t judge a book by its cover, unless that book is a police report..
• Headline: Automakers Embrace LGBTQ+ Marketing Trends. Impact: The automotive industry's embrace of gay marketing led to a surge in rainbow bumper stickers and the birth of the 'Pride Parade' car wash — where every wash comes with a free glitter spray. The world will never be the same.. Fact: Fun fact: Saab was the first automaker to market specifically to the LGBTQ+ community. They figured if they could make a car that survived a Swedish winter, they could handle anything!.
• Headline: A Mandolin Is a Weapon in a Laid-Back War. Impact: The film adaptation's failure led to a backlash against wooden acting, inspiring a generation of actors to pursue careers in mime, thus causing a significant drop in movie ticket sales. The world was left with a lot more silent films... and awkward moments.. Fact: Fun fact: The mandolin is often considered the world's most misunderstood instrument. It’s like the middle child of the music family — always trying to get attention but never getting the right role in a film!.