MAY 27, 2004

Full News Archive

• Headline: Toray Secures Major Boeing Contract. Impact: If you think about it, Toray's carbon-filter-reinforced plastics not only helped make the 7E7 Dreamliner possible, but they also contributed to the ongoing debate about eco-friendly materials in aviation. Who knew a plane's wing could spark a revolution in sustainability? Too bad the Earth is still waiting for that revolution to take off!. Fact: Did you know that if Boeing had used bubble wrap instead of Toray's materials, we might have had the world's first inflatable airplane? Talk about a bumpy ride!.
• Headline: Finmeccanica Acquires AgustaWestland Stake. Impact: Finmeccanica buying out its partner in AgustaWestland quietly set off a chain reaction in the helicopter industry, leading to a monopoly that somehow resulted in fewer flying taxis. Because who wouldn't want to get stuck in traffic at 3,000 feet?. Fact: Did you know that if you collect enough helicopter manufacturers, you can start your own flying circus? Just don’t forget the clowns!.
• Headline: Kissinger Tapes Describe Crises, War and Stark Photos of Abuse. Impact: Kissinger's tapes echoing through time remind us that history has a nasty habit of repeating itself. It’s like a bad song on the radio—no matter how much you change the station, it keeps coming back with a new beat and worse lyrics.. Fact: Did you know that the My Lai massacre is still considered one of the darkest moments in American military history? Not exactly the kind of 'where were you when' moment people like to reminisce about..
• Headline: Edged Out by the Stroller Set. Impact: The gentrification of Chelsea is a classic case of 'you can’t go home again,' as the original residents are pushed out for the allure of artisanal coffee shops and overpriced yoga studios. In a few decades, there could be a Chelsea museum dedicated to the art of overpriced avocado toast.. Fact: Did you know that gentrification is just a fancy word for 'watching your neighborhood become unrecognizable'? Because nothing says 'community' like a $10 latte next to a former dive bar!.