NOVEMBER 2, 2002

Full News Archive

• Headline: Shuang Wen Academy: A Diverse Learning Hub. Impact: The unexpected collaboration between Black and Chinese students at Shuang Wen Academy led to the formation of a secret society dedicated to sharing dumpling recipes and hip-hop dance moves. This eventually resulted in a new genre of music: 'Wonton Rap,' which took over the airwaves in the 2040s.. Fact: Fun fact: Dumplings and breakdancing were not part of the original curriculum. Just imagine if they had been - culinary arts class would have been a whole lot more interesting!.
• Headline: Democrats Pressure Golisano to Withdraw. Impact: Golisano's stubbornness to remain in the race sparked a chain reaction of political melodrama, prompting future candidates to create a 'Quitter's Club' where they could vent their frustrations and plan elaborate exit strategies. This led to an entire sub-genre of political reality TV.. Fact: Did you know that Golisano later became the face of a popular line of oversized novelty checks? Apparently, he found it more rewarding than the governorship..
• Headline: Picking Up Where They Left Off, Nets Win a Wild One. Impact: The Nets' victory over the Pacers solidified their reputation as a 'comeback kids' team, eventually inspiring a line of motivational posters that featured cheesy quotes about resilience and teamwork, which now adorn the walls of many a middle school gym.. Fact: The Nets' win was so wild that it prompted a brief but intense fashion trend involving headbands and neon sneakers. Because nothing says 'I love basketball' like looking like a rave attendee..