FEBRUARY 14, 1959

Full News Archive

• Headline: Cyprus Peace Talks Involving Makarios. Impact: If Makarios had ignored the invitation, the fate of Cyprus could have been a sitcom instead of a geopolitical crisis—think 'Friends' but with more tension and less coffee.. Fact: Did you know that negotiations often go better when you don’t show up to them? Just kidding—who needs peace when you can have drama?.
• Headline: Court Dismisses Baseball Broadcast Suit. Impact: This court case settled the age-old debate on whether kids should be shielded from unwanted media. Spoiler alert: it didn't stop parents from complaining about 'too much screen time'.. Fact: Fun fact: The judge probably thought the kids should just go outside and play instead of worrying about TV—imagine that!.
• Headline: 'Electra'; Sophocles Classic Is at the Rita Allen. Impact: Sophocles' works continue to influence drama and theater today, proving that tragedy really is timeless—just like your grandma's old stories.. Fact: Did you know that 'Electra' has been performed more times than most pop songs? Talk about a classic that refuses to go away!.
• Headline: Concordia Singers Of Minnesota Give Town Hall Concert. Impact: The concert was a resounding success, inspiring future generations to believe that singing in harmony can actually solve problems—if only the world leaders would take notes.. Fact: Did you know that a choir can actually make you feel better? So, the next time life gets tough, just gather your friends and start belting out show tunes!.
• Headline: BARNEY TAVLIN. Impact: Unfortunately, Barney Tavlin's impact on history seems to be lost in the ether—maybe he was a time traveler who forgot to leave a mark.. Fact: Did you know that sometimes people are famous for just existing? Welcome to the club, Barney!.
• Headline: BAYARD C. LAWRENCE. Impact: Bayard C. Lawrence has left us wondering if he was a pioneer in his field or just someone who really liked to write his name in fancy letters.. Fact: Did you know that names like Bayard often make you sound important, even if you just spent your life collecting stamps?.
• Headline: Miss Ruuska Sets Swim Marl. Impact: Miss Ruuska's swim mark might have inspired future athletes to break records, or at least to consider taking a dip in the pool instead of binge-watching TV.. Fact: Did you know that swimming is one of the few sports where you can look like a total goof and still win medals? Just ask any Olympic swimmer!.
• Headline: SELZNICK NAMES LOEW'S IN A SUIT; Asks 50% of Profits From TV and 16-mm, Prints of Films Using His Actors. Impact: Selznick's lawsuit could have led to a revolution in actor profits, paving the way for future stars to demand their cut—because who doesn’t love a good money fight?. Fact: Did you know that Hollywood contracts are thicker than most novels? Spoiler alert: they usually end with someone getting a yacht..