DECEMBER 25, 1963

Full News Archive

• Headline: Ayub Khan's Election in the Muslim League. Impact: Ayub Khan's rise might have led to a butterfly effect that eventually resulted in a never-ending cycle of political instability in Pakistan. Who knew a single election could create such a mess? It’s like an accidental domino rally, but with more military coups. Fact: Did you know that Ayub Khan's presidency was marked by the introduction of martial law? Because nothing says 'democracy' like a little dictatorial flair!.
• Headline: Idlewild Airport Becomes JFK Airport. Impact: Renaming Idlewild to JFK Airport sparked a trend of airports being named after politicians. Now every time you land, you're reminded of some questionable decision made by a past leader. Thanks, JFK!. Fact: Fun fact: JFK Airport's original name, Idlewild, was so much cooler. Sounds like the name of a laid-back summer camp, not a bustling airport.
• Headline: Ben Hogan Trophy Is Voted To Stunt Man Who Lost Leg. Impact: By awarding a trophy to a stuntman who lost a leg, it ironically inspired a whole genre of films where the hero gets hurt but keeps going. Talk about turning adversity into entertainment!. Fact: Did you know that Ben Hogan was a legendary golfer? Imagine if he had given the trophy to a golfer who lost a leg—now that would have been a headline!.
• Headline: Schools Plan to Test Cement To Be Used in New Buildings. Impact: The scientific testing of cement for new buildings may seem mundane, but it could have saved countless structures from falling apart. So next time you see a well-built building, thank the cement testers!. Fact: Did you know that without proper testing, your local school could have been built on quicksand? That’s a real ‘school of hard knocks’ situation!.
• Headline: Gifts Are Tax Free. Impact: The tax-free gifts scenario for Mrs. Tippitt may have encouraged future generations to get creative with tax loopholes. Who knew gifting could turn into a financial strategy?. Fact: Did you know that the IRS once considered gifts between families a ‘taxable event’? So, enjoy your holiday gifts while they last, because Uncle Sam is always watching!.
• Headline: Woman Sets Up Heart Fund. Impact: Mrs. Ramsay's heart fund set a precedent for future philanthropic efforts. So, if you've ever seen a celebrity start a charity, thank her for paving the way—one heart at a time!. Fact: Fun fact: $55,000 in 1963 is like a million bucks today. Talk about a generous donation; she could have funded a small country with that!.
• Headline: U.S. Vaccine in Nepal. Impact: The arrival of a U.S. vaccine in Nepal might have kickstarted a long-standing relationship between the two nations, but let's be real: it was mostly just a way to boost American PR. Fact: Did you know that vaccines have been around for centuries? But hey, nothing like a little modern medicine to make you feel like a superhero!.
• Headline: JOHNSON UPHELD BY HOUSE ON CREDIT SALES TO REDS; $3 BILLION AID BILL VOTED; SESSION AT DAWN Restriction Killed by 189 to 158--Senate Will Act Monday Convenes at 7 A.M. Fulbright Presses Action Session Is Arranged JOHNSON UPHELD ON WHEAT CREDIT Takes Three Minutes Borrows Some Words. Impact: The U.S. House's decision to approve credit sales to the Reds could have changed the course of Cold War diplomacy. It's like giving your rival a credit card—what could possibly go wrong?. Fact: Did you know that this vote happened at 7 AM? Because nothing says ‘serious business’ like a pre-coffee session discussing billions in aid.