MAY 11, 2003

Full News Archive

• Headline: Clemens Achieves Milestone Victory 298. Impact: After this game, Clemens decided to pitch for another decade. This led to the invention of the 'age-defying athlete' trend, inspiring the creation of anti-aging creams marketed to all sports. Who knew a pitcher could change the skincare industry?. Fact: Did you know that Clemens has a better chance of pitching a perfect game than most people have of figuring out their own taxes? Just saying..
• Headline: Barry Gibb: Finance and Family Dynamics. Impact: Barry Gibb's financial woes led to the rise of the 'financial advisor for musicians' industry. Now every pop star has a CPA on speed dial, preventing another Gibb family feud over tax returns.. Fact: Isn't it ironic that the Bee Gees sang about staying alive, while their finances had them singing a different tune? Who knew money could be so discordant?.
• Headline: Ayatollah Returns, Backs Islamic Law. Impact: This call for Islamic law set off a series of events leading to the rise of various factions and a never-ending cycle of conflict, ultimately inspiring countless movies, documentaries, and a few too many conspiracy theories about oil.. Fact: The push for Islamic law in Iraq was a pivotal moment. It’s almost as if asking for a cup of sugar resulted in a global debate on democracy and cultural identity..
• Headline: POWELL IN MIDEAST ASKING QUICK STEPS FOR CONCILIATION. Impact: Colin Powell's visit became a footnote in the saga of Middle Eastern diplomacy, proving that asking for quick steps is like asking a cat to walk on a leash: it rarely goes as planned.. Fact: Fun fact: Powell’s attempt at quick diplomacy is still used as a teaching moment in political science classes. 'Quick steps' are now synonymous with 'this is probably going to take forever.'.