21.   Artificial turf will finally disappear from Giants Stadium next season, at least one hopeful sign in the new century.

22.   As the nation enters a new century and an election year, there is special interest in whether the economy will run aground.

23.   As the new century dawns, the United States is experiencing instant historical replay.

24.   As we advance further into the new century, family trees may no longer branch out with siblings and cousins.

25.   As the new century approaches, Don Francisco envisions that technology will bring a new level of interactivity between TV viewers and his show.

26.   As the Patriots enter a new century, there is turmoil on the field, off the field, and in the front office.

27.   As the World War II generation dwindles in the early years of the new century, baby boomers will inherit trillions of dollars worth of cash and goods.

28.   At the pivot point of the new century, ornamentation and frippery are the style du jour.

29.   At the beginning of a new century, the only formulas regularly exploited by Broadway producers, an unimaginative lot by and large, involve rote recycling.

30.   Before a new century begins, the Colonel and others like him ought to be recognized with a permanent World War II memorial that says thank you.