JULY 16, 1932

Full News Archive

• Headline: Dearing's Historic Return to Peru. Impact: Little did anyone know that Dearing's return would spark a national obsession with avocado toast, leading to a global avocado crisis by 2023. Who knew he was the trendsetter for brunch culture?. Fact: Did you know that Peru is home to over 4,000 varieties of potatoes? That's right, enough spuds to fuel a carb-lovers' dream for centuries!.
• Headline: Madden Seeks Parole from Sing Sing. Impact: Madden's plea for parole sent shockwaves through the justice system, leading to the invention of the 'parole plea latte' - a coffee made specifically for those desperate enough to think they can charm their way out of prison.. Fact: Fun fact: Sing Sing has housed some of the most notorious criminals in history, proving that sometimes, you really can get a good night's sleep in a terrible neighborhood..
• Headline: Scorching Heatwave Claims 18 Lives. Impact: The heatwave of '21 led to the widespread adoption of air conditioning, which eventually became a significant factor in global energy consumption. Thanks, 18 victims, for paving the way for your descendants to sweat in style.. Fact: Extreme heat kills more people than hurricanes, tornadoes, and floods combined. It's the silent killer, and it doesn't even need a dramatic weather report to get attention..
• Headline: MORRISSEY PARTY REACHES GREENLAND; Captain Bartlett Makes Trip From New York With Peary Monument in 29 Days. KING NEPTUNE VISITS SHIP Sons of Explorer Receive the Usual Attentions of the Monarch of the Sea.. Impact: The arrival of Morrissey in Greenland marked the beginning of a long-standing rivalry between sea explorers and beachgoers over who could claim the title of 'Most Adventurous Life.' Spoiler alert: neither won.. Fact: King Neptune is often depicted as a god of the sea, but did you know he also had a side gig as a mermaid's therapist? Talk about multitasking!.
• Headline: TOPICS OF THE TIMES.. Impact: The fascination with eclipses led to the creation of 'Eclipse Day'—a day where people stare at the sun and make wild claims about their future, leading to a spike in astrology apps.. Fact: Eclipses can be seen as cosmic drama queens. They’re often referred to as celestial events, but honestly, they just want the spotlight every once in a while..
• Headline: PLANES TO BE USED TO STUDY ECLIPSE; Balloons Also Are to Be Pressed Into Service by Scientists in New England on Aug. 31. VISIBLE IN LIMITED AREA Expeditions From All Parts of the Nation Plan to Set Up Instruments In Maine and New Hampshire.. Impact: The 'Eclipse Expedition' sparked a nationwide obsession with ballooning, leading to a balloon festival in every state. Because nothing says 'science' like a brightly colored balloon floating away into the ether.. Fact: Balloons were originally made from animal bladders. So next time you celebrate a birthday with helium balloons, just remember—you could have been celebrating with... something less festive..
• Headline: Exchange Rate Costly to Toronto.. Impact: The unfavorable exchange rates led to an unexpected surge in Canadian-themed merchandise, allowing 'I Heart Toronto' t-shirts to become an international sensation. Sorry, not sorry, Maple Leaf fans.. Fact: The Canadian dollar has been known to fluctuate more than a teenager's mood, which is pretty impressive given the number of poutine-related decisions involved..
• Headline: Knoedler Show to Continue.. Impact: The persistence of the Knoedler Show sparked a series of art scams that led to the rise of the 'brilliant forgeries' market, where art thieves became the new modern artists. Who knew theft could be so avant-garde?. Fact: Knoedler & Company was one of the oldest art galleries in the U.S., but it closed its doors in 2011 after being embroiled in scandal. Talk about going out with a bang – or maybe a brushstroke..
• Headline: Bragg, Physicist, in Buenos Aires.. Impact: Bragg's visit to Buenos Aires inadvertently set off a series of international physics conferences that confused more people than they enlightened. Physics: the only subject that can make even the smartest people feel like they're taking a physics test every day.. Fact: Bragg was one of the few physicists to win a Nobel Prize for his work on X-ray crystallography, proving that sometimes, shining a light on things can really pay off!.