NOVEMBER 15, 1960

Full News Archive

• Headline: Kennedy and Nixon's Cordial Meeting. Impact: If Kennedy and Nixon had formed that 'Constructive Opposition' party, America might have ended up with a bipartisan ice cream flavor called 'Compromise Crunch'—who wouldn’t want that political dessert?. Fact: Did you know that cordiality in politics is often just a fancy word for 'we're pretending to like each other for the cameras'?.
• Headline: Historic Mid-Air Catch of Space Capsule. Impact: The successful mid-air catch of the capsule could have inspired a new Olympic sport: Extreme Capsule Catching. Imagine the ratings!. Fact: Did you know that this was only the second time a space capsule was caught like a wayward Frisbee? NASA should've hired more skilled catchers!.
• Headline: USSR Triumphs in Men's Volleyball Championship. Impact: The USSR’s volleyball victory might have led to a secret Soviet training program where players trained by spiking political debates—imagine the rallies!. Fact: Did you know that volleyball was initially played with a net made of old political debates? It really raised the stakes!.
• Headline: KEY LATIN ROLE SEEN IN COMMUNIST FIGHT. Impact: Frondizi's warm welcome to Latin America's role in the communist fight could have sparked a series of awkward family reunions between communists and capitalists in the region.. Fact: Did you know that Latin America has been the stage for more political drama than a soap opera? Pass the popcorn!.
• Headline: Staflex Corp. Formed. Impact: The formation of Staflex Corp. might have led to a future where all companies had 'Corp' in their name, making corporate restructuring a game of corporate Scrabble.. Fact: Did you know that naming a company with 'Corp' is just a fancy way to say 'we're serious about our business... or at least we pretend to be'?.
• Headline: AIR CRASH KILLS 6; ADMIRAL IS VICTIM; U.S. Plane Hits Mountain in Philippines -- Chief of Navy Forces in Area Dead. Impact: The tragic plane crash that took Admiral Arth Spring could have inadvertently inspired a series of naval safety regulations that saved countless lives—proof that tragedy can sometimes lead to progress.. Fact: In the wake of such tragedies, the military often implements stricter safety protocols. It's a bittersweet reminder that safety regulations sometimes come at a heavy cost..
• Headline: NASSAU PROPOSES 16C TAX RATE RISE; Record 1961 Budget Filed With Supervisors Calls for Spending $78,824,610 492 POSITIONS ADDED No General Wage Increase, but County Will Pay 5% of Employe Retirement. Impact: Nassau's proposed tax increase could have inadvertently led to a new mayoral campaign slogan: 'Taxation is the only constant in life!'.. Fact: Did you know that politicians often propose tax increases right before an election? It's like a magician pulling a rabbit out of a hat, except the rabbit is your wallet!.
• Headline: Transition Is Discussed By Clifford and Persons; Succession of Administrations Discussed by Clifford, Persons. Impact: The discussions about the transition of administrations could have led to a reality show called 'Survivor: Political Edition,' where candidates faced off on the issues.. Fact: Did you know that political transitions are often messier than a toddler's birthday party? Cake everywhere, and someone always cries!.
• Headline: BERING DAM HELD DISASTROUS PLAN; Soviet Scientist Opposes Countryman's Proposal of Project on Strait. Impact: Drogaytsev's opposition to the Bering Dam could have altered climate discussions globally, making environmentalists the cool kids at every party.. Fact: Did you know that proposals to build dams often come with a side of environmental disaster? Just add water for a recipe to ruin a perfectly good ecosystem!.
• Headline: Health Department to Require Flues for All Gas Refrigerators. Impact: Requiring flues for gas refrigerators could have sparked a trend of overly complicated household appliances that require more permits than a small country.. Fact: Did you know that gas refrigerators without flues are like politicians without a platform—dangerous and likely to cause a meltdown?.