JUNE 19, 2004

Full News Archive

• Headline: New Jersey Highlands Development Controversy. Impact: By limiting development in the Highlands, future generations might just find themselves thriving in a utopia of fresh drinking water and lush landscapes. Or, they could be building the world's largest water park. Either way, New Jersey's real estate market is definitely going to be interesting!. Fact: Did you know that New Jersey is the only state where you can be stuck in a traffic jam while simultaneously enjoying the beauty of nature? Only in the Garden State!.
• Headline: Hybrid Vehicles Make Modest Inroads in Heartland. Impact: The rise of hybrid vehicles could eventually lead to the emergence of self-driving car cults in the heartland, where people worship their vehicles as eco-friendly deities. Who knew saving the planet could turn into a new religion?. Fact: Did you know that hybrid vehicles are like those friends who say they're on a diet but still sneak fries? They only partially commit to saving the environment..
• Headline: Woods Fights Back at US Open. Impact: Tiger Woods' late rally at the US Open could inspire future golfers to believe that procrastination is a viable strategy. 'Why finish first when second place is just as good?' – The new motto of future champions.. Fact: Did you know that Tiger Woods once made a hole-in-one from a helicopter? Just kidding, but wouldn't that be awesome?.
• Headline: Lost Towers, Reflected in a Can. Impact: The redesign of the Chock Full o' Nuts coffee can could inspire future artists to find beauty in minimalism, leading to an art movement that glorifies the absence of iconic skylines. Next up: 'The Blank Canvas' exhibition.. Fact: Did you know that coffee cans have been a canvas for many artistic expressions? Maybe one day, they’ll be considered ‘fine art’—right next to a banana taped to a wall..
• Headline: Piazza Honored, but Cameron Takes Bows. Impact: Mike Piazza's record-breaking home runs could eventually lead to a future where catchers are revered more than presidents, with fans holding them to higher standards than politicians. 'At least they catch things!'. Fact: Did you know that Mike Piazza was once traded for a player who ended up being a total bust? Proof that even in baseball, timing is everything!.