NOVEMBER 7, 2005

Full News Archive

• Headline: Jets Fall Short Against Chargers. Impact: If the Jets had completed that 3-yard dash, the collective confidence boost would have inspired a slew of motivational speeches, leading to the rise of a new self-help industry focused on 'Yards to Victory' – a bestseller that would ironically lead to even more heartbreak for fans in the future.. Fact: Did you know that the Jets have perfected the art of coming just short of victory? It's a talent that makes them the Shakespearean tragic heroes of the NFL..
• Headline: A Marathon Turns Into a Sprint, and a Kenyan Wins It by Just a Step. Impact: Had the marathon turned into a leisurely stroll instead, it would have sparked the 'Couch-to-5K' trend a decade earlier, leading to a fitness craze that involved more sitting than actual running—a true testament to human ingenuity.. Fact: Fun fact: Paul Tergat and Hendrick Ramaala’s sprint finish was so close that it inspired the phrase, 'When in doubt, just run faster!' It’s pretty much the motto of every procrastinator..
• Headline: Many Suitors, and Pitfalls,as AOL Seeks a Partner. Impact: AOL's search for a partner led to a series of disastrous mergers, ultimately birthing the 'Internet Dating for Corporations' app, where companies swiped right on potential partnerships based solely on their stock price.. Fact: Did you know that at one point, AOL's strategy included sending out free CDs to get people online? It’s like offering free WiFi today, but somehow, with more plastic waste..