JANUARY 15, 2002

Full News Archive

• Headline: Domingo's Comprehensive Verdi Tenor Arias Set. Impact: Placido Domingo's four-CD set of Verdi arias inspired countless shower singers to believe they could be the next opera star. This led to a significant increase in karaoke nights, resulting in countless earplugs sold worldwide. A true gift to humanity!. Fact: Did you know that Domingo has performed in over 150 roles? That's more dedication than most people show to their Netflix queues!.
• Headline: Technology Briefing | Europe: Britain: Strong Year-End Spending. Impact: Sainsbury's sales spike led to a national obsession with shopping sprees that has continued to this day. This single event sparked the modern-day 'retail therapy' phenomenon, where the only therapy involved is the one offered by credit card companies.. Fact: Did you know that Sainsbury's was founded in 1869? If only their sales growth could help us time travel back to when shopping wasn't considered a sport!.
• Headline: Giuliani Loosened Ball Clubs' Leases Days Before Exiting. Impact: Giuliani's last-minute lease amendments created a chain reaction of political maneuverings in sports franchises that would eventually lead to teams holding cities hostage. It’s like a game of Monopoly where the only properties left are the ones no one wants.. Fact: Did you know that Giuliani was once Time magazine's Person of the Year in 2001? Guess he had to leave office with a bang, or at least with a new stadium lease!.