SEPTEMBER 6, 2004

Full News Archive

• Headline: Agassi and Sargsian: A Unique Friendship. Impact: Agassi and Sargsian’s plane bonding moment set off a chain reaction that led to countless other athletes forming deep friendships at high altitudes. Now, it’s common to see rival tennis players sharing in-flight snacks and debating the best type of string for their rackets.. Fact: Did you know that the only thing that can unite tennis rivals is a really good snack? Who knew carbs could be the great peacemaker?.
• Headline: Products Slide Into More TV Shows, With Help From New Middlemen. Impact: The rise of product placement in TV shows led to a dystopian future where every conversation is sponsored by a brand. The phrase 'How are you?' is now followed by 'Brought to you by Brand X.'. Fact: Did you know that product placement is just a fancy way of saying, 'We couldn't afford a better script?'.
• Headline: A New Museum in Paris Inches Toward Reality. Impact: The creation of the museum not only celebrated indigenous art but also sparked a global trend of 'museum envy' leading to a sudden explosion of pop-up museums showcasing everything from potato chips to celebrity hair.. Fact: Fun fact: The museum is set to feature a special exhibit on the art of waiting in line, which has become an integral part of the museum-going experience!.