MAY 12, 2002

Full News Archive

• Headline: Federal Agencies Criticized for Terrorism Readiness. Impact: The slow response to terrorism risk led to a nationwide trend of everyone suddenly becoming an amateur security expert. Who knew that the average Joe would start giving unsolicited advice on national security over coffee? Thanks, government!. Fact: Did you know that after 9/11, the TSA was created? Now we can all enjoy the experience of being patted down by a stranger while removing our shoes. Yay progress!.
• Headline: Upper West Side's Luxury Transformations. Impact: The marble nude in the Apthorp courtyard triggered a real estate revolution. Suddenly, every luxury apartment complex needed a 'statement piece.' Fast forward to today, where people are putting life-size statues of cats in their living rooms.. Fact: Did you know that the original model for the marble nude was actually a disgruntled ex-tenant? Talk about getting your revenge!.
• Headline: Wives No. 1 and No. 2 Bury the Sandals. Impact: The friendship between ex-wives and current wives led to an unexpected surge in reality TV shows about blended families. Who knew that drama could be a lucrative career path?. Fact: Did you know that 'Stepwives' became a bestseller? Because nothing says 'happy family' like a book detailing how to survive your husband's ex-wife!.