MARCH 8, 2004

Full News Archive

• Headline: Ultra Music Festival: Miami's Epic Dance Celebration. Impact: The Ultra Music Festival set off a chain reaction that led to the rise of obnoxious dance music festivals worldwide. Now, every city feels the need to host a 'unique' festival, complete with overpriced water and questionable dance moves. Somewhere, a DJ is still counting his money.. Fact: Did you know that the only thing more intense than the beats at Ultra is the amount of glitter that ends up in your hair? It's like a party that doubles as a craft project!.
• Headline: For a Promising but Poor Girl, A Struggle Over Sex and Goals. Impact: Tabitha's story became a cautionary tale that rippled through countless households, convincing parents everywhere to buy self-help books, even if they had no idea how to apply the advice. Spoiler: they didn't.. Fact: Did you know that this article sparked a whole movement of articles about 'promising but poor' youth, leading to a million 'feel-good' stories that usually ended with the phrase, 'and then they triumphed'? Spoiler: not everyone does..
• Headline: Looking to Add Bit of Glamour To Adelphia Trial. Impact: By bringing in a glamorous actress, the Adelphia trial inspired future court cases to prioritize aesthetics over justice. Who knew courtroom drama could be so... dramatic?. Fact: Did you know that the idea of adding glamour to trials was so successful that it later influenced reality TV? Welcome to the age of 'Law & Order: Celebrity Edition'!.