Breakthroughs and everyday innovations from the year.
HEADLINES ON August 4, 2006
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- Headline: Camp Is Their Second Home. Impact: If only summer camps had known they were setting up the trend for future generations of kids to grow up thinking sleeping in cabins is a luxury. Little do they realize, this leads to adulthood aspirations of tiny homes and overpriced glamping.. Fact: Did you know that summer camp is often just a way for parents to get a break from their kids? It’s the original ‘self-care’ retreat!.
- Headline: A Chorus Line Makes Its Broadway Comeback. Impact: The revival of 'A Chorus Line' sparked an entirely new generation of Broadway revivals, leading to a future where every classic musical is brought back, making the original casts question their life choices.. Fact: Did you know that 'A Chorus Line' was originally about a group of dancers auditioning for a chorus line? Who knew they’d inspire thousands of wannabe performers to line up for overpriced tickets instead?.
- Headline: Charges Expected on Options. Impact: The investigation into Comverse Technology’s stock options led to a panic that rippled through the tech industry, giving rise to a generation of employees who now believe ‘stock options’ means anything other than a retirement plan.. Fact: Did you know that stock options have nothing to do with choosing the best stocks? Just like your options at dinner, some are just plain bad!.