What happened on December 17, 1996?

Headlines from December 17, 1996

• ♟️ Russian Chess Championship – The Russian Championship featured 52 entrants, including 34 grandmasters, highlighting the shift in tournament formats.
• ⚾ Yankees Near Deal – The New York Yankees are close to signing pitcher David Wells after losing Jimmy Key to the Orioles.
• 💊 Ritalin Use Declines – A study reveals Ritalin prescriptions are lower than previously thought, with usage only 2.5 times higher than in 1990.
• 🖼️ Museum Strike Planned – Employees at the Museum of Modern Art voted to strike, protesting conditions affecting curators and staff.
• 🧥 Fashion Influencer Emerges – Designer Ennio Capasa is recognized for shaping 1990s men's fashion, influencing major brands like Calvin Klein.
• ✈️ Boeing's Global Impact – Boeing's acquisition of McDonnell Douglas positions it as a key player in U.S. foreign policy and global aviation.
• 📚 Soros Redefines Charity – Billionaire George Soros challenges thinkers to help him spend more on philanthropy than the Ford Foundation.
• ⚖️ Supreme Court Ruling – The Supreme Court ruled that poor individuals cannot be denied the right to appeal parental rights termination.
• 🏥 Ontario Doctors Agreement – Doctors in Ontario reached a tentative agreement with the government, ending a month-long protest affecting care.
• 🏆 North Carolina Soccer Wins – North Carolina's women's soccer team captures its 14th title in 16 years, showcasing a dynasty in college sports.