APRIL 10, 1960

Full News Archive

• Headline: Philadelphia Unveils New Aquarium Project. Impact: The construction of the aquarium sparked a wave of aquatic-themed parks across the nation. By the 1980s, families were vacationing in 'Fishlandia,' a popular destination that featured talking fish and a water slide into a shark tank. Spoiler alert: the fish didn't talk.. Fact: Did you know that the first aquarium was built in 1853? It was less about fun and more about scientific curiosity – and significantly less likely to feature a dolphin wearing sunglasses..
• Headline: Alabama's Volunteer Law Forces Amid Unrest. Impact: The formation of these racial posses served as a historical precedent for what would later become the neighborhood watch – except instead of community safety, it was all about who could scream the loudest about their lawn.. Fact: Fun fact: Alabama has a rich history of race relations, mostly revolving around who gets to be in charge of the chaos..
• Headline: John L. Loeb Jr. Weds Nina Suhdby. Impact: The marriage of John L. Loeb Jr. and Nina Suhdby was the beginning of a long line of questionable reality TV shows about wealthy couples whose only real issues were deciding which yacht to take out for the weekend.. Fact: Did you know that weddings in Sweden can last for days? Or as they call it, 'a good excuse to avoid doing chores.'.
• Headline: VIOLENCE ON TV; Despite Warnings, Autumn's Shows May Have as Much Crime As Ever. Impact: The continued portrayal of violence on TV led to a cascade of increasingly ridiculous reality shows where people competed in absurd challenges, proving that even in the face of crime, nothing beats the ratings.. Fact: Did you know that the TV show 'Cops' has been running since 1989? Talk about a long-running endorsement for questionable life choices..
• Headline: STEWART DIFFERS ON COURT BURDEN; At Yale, He Says Tribunal's Case Load Is Heavy One -- Notes Douglas View. Impact: Justice Stewart's comments on the court's burden led to the creation of the iconic phrase 'too many cases, not enough coffee,' which revolutionized the legal office coffee culture forever.. Fact: Fun fact: Yale Law School students are known for their intense workload and caffeine dependency, which makes them practically indistinguishable from your average college student..
• Headline: THE DANCE: IRANIAN; City Ballet Spectacle Sponsored by Shah. Impact: The Shah's sponsorship of the ballet created a butterfly effect that resulted in 'ballet-inspired' fashion trends, including the infamous tutu jeans of the 1980s. Yes, they really happened.. Fact: Did you know that G. Balanchine is often credited with revolutionizing ballet? He'd probably be amazed to see it paired with hip-hop in today's dance competitions..
• Headline: F.D.R 'S SHAGGY DOG STORY. Impact: FDR's anecdotes about his dog Fala were the original 'dog influencer' moments, culminating in a world where pets have their own Instagram accounts and 'paw-tastic' merchandise.. Fact: Fun fact: Fala was so beloved that he had his own Secret Service agents. Sorry humans, but it seems dogs really do run the world..
• Headline: Bad Day At A Broker's. Impact: The market slump's depiction in media set the stage for future generations to treat stock market crashes like reality TV episodes, complete with dramatic music and cliffhangers.. Fact: Did you know that during market downturns, the phrase 'buy the dip' means something entirely different than a fun day at the pool?.
• Headline: New Best Man for May Nuptials Selected by Margaret's Fiance; Doctor Will Replace Friend of Armstrong-Jones Who Pleaded Poor Health. Impact: Margaret's new choice of best man led to a series of unfortunate events that eventually resulted in a sitcom plot where the best man falls in love with the bride – because why not?. Fact: Did you know that choosing a best man can be a more political process than selecting a president? Just ask any groom who's had to navigate friendships..