JULY 17, 2003

Full News Archive

• Headline: Honoring Heroes of Spanish Art Preservation. Impact: The art protection committees' bravery during the Spanish Civil War inspired future generations to create 'Protect the Art' organizations around the globe, leading to the establishment of a secret society known for covertly rescuing priceless works from the clutches of bad taste.. Fact: Did you know that the Prado Museum was once mistaken for a fancy restaurant? Patrons were disappointed to find that the only thing on the menu was a side of Goya..
• Headline: Yankees Acquire Benitez from Mets. Impact: The Yankees acquiring Benitez not only affected baseball trades for years to come but also inspired a new trend in sports where players come with increasingly absurd baggage—literally, like a suitcase filled with unfulfilled potential.. Fact: Did you know that Armando Benitez once tried to convince his teammates that wearing mismatched socks would improve their game? Spoiler: it didn't..
• Headline: A Hands-On Boss Will Try To Let an Old Friend Lead. Impact: The relationship between Weill and Prince became a case study in business schools, leading to the term 'corporate bromance' being coined, which now influences how executives choose their golf buddies.. Fact: It’s rumored that Weill and Prince’s friendship grew from a shared love of overpriced coffee and mutual eye-rolling at corporate jargon. Who knew synergy could taste this good?.