JUNE 18, 1960

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• Headline: New Members Sworn in for NYC Hospitals Board. Impact: Rusk and Heyman's swearing-in ignited a lasting feud over hospital snack choices, ultimately resulting in a black market for overpriced vending machine items.. Fact: Did you know that hospital vending machines have better snacks than the cafeteria? Too bad they also charge prices that could fund a small country!.
• Headline: HOUSE APPROVES FOREIGN AID BILL, INCREASING FUNDS; Republicans Form Coalition With Liberal Democrats in 258-124 Vote HOUSE APPROVES FOREIGN AID BILL. Impact: The foreign aid bill approval led to an unexpected rise in international diplomacy brunches, where politicians discovered that discussing aid over mimosas is much more productive.. Fact: The last time politicians voted on brunch options, it resulted in a bipartisan agreement on bottomless mimosas. Who knew foreign aid could be so bubbly?.
• Headline: PROXMIRE SHIFTS STAND; Absolves Mueller's Son but Criticizes Furniture Deal. Impact: Proxmire's shift in stance led to a bizarre trend in political apologies where public figures began offering 'I’m sorry' gifts, sparking a boom in the apology gift basket industry.. Fact: Thanks to Proxmire, you can now send a fruit basket to apologize for your political faux pas. It's the thought that counts, right?.
• Headline: CHILDREN IN SIT-IN; Negroes 10 to 14 Protest at Rock Hill, S.C., Store. Impact: The Rock Hill sit-in inspired a new generation of peaceful protests, leading to a popular reality show where kids compete to see who can sit the longest in uncomfortable places.. Fact: Who knew that protesting could become a competitive sport? Next season: 'Extreme Sit-Ins: The Show Where You Sit and Wait for Change!'.
• Headline: MOVIE IS PLANNED ON LIFE OF GANDHI; Receipt of Rights Reported by Lloyd Young -- Films for Canada Fete Listed. Impact: The planned movie on Gandhi's life inadvertently led to a boom in yoga studios and organic food co-ops, turning spirituality into a profitable business model.. Fact: Thanks to Gandhi, we now have yoga retreats that cost more than your rent. Who knew inner peace could come with a price tag?.
• Headline: LEGION INVITES BOY TO EXPLAIN ON PRIZE. Impact: The Legion's invitation to the boy turned into an annual event where kids explain their hobbies, ultimately leading to the rise of TED Talks for children.. Fact: Ever thought your kid's obsession with dinosaurs could be a TED Talk? Thanks to the Legion, your child could be the next big thing in 'Kids Explaining Stuff'!.