AUGUST 2, 1964

Full News Archive

• Headline: Kenyan Farmers Reconsider Expulsion of Whites. Impact: By canceling the expulsion of white farmers, Kenyan farmers inadvertently set the stage for the world's first reality show about farming disputes. Who knew that 'Keeping Up with the Farmers' would lead to a global phenomenon?. Fact: Did you know that in Kenya, maize is such a staple that some farmers have been known to talk to their crops? Sadly, they haven't mastered the art of negotiation yet..
• Headline: Argentina's Oil Crisis: State Control Consequences. Impact: The oil shortage triggered by the state takeover led to a mass exodus of 'gas station philosophers' who used to argue about fuel prices. Now, they just argue about whether or not to walk instead.. Fact: In Argentina, they say 'oil and water don't mix'—but apparently, bureaucratic incompetence does!.
• Headline: WIDER COOPERATION IN PHYSICS IS URGED. Impact: The call for international cooperation in physics led to scientists from around the world bonding over their shared love of particle accelerators, eventually resulting in the world's first 'Nerd Olympics.'. Fact: Did you know that physicists have been known to party harder than rock stars? They just prefer to call it 'testing hypotheses' instead of 'getting lit.'.
• Headline: SMILING MINSTRELS; Folk Nonet Strums Lucrative Chord In Happy, Uncomplicated Songs. Impact: The rise of the Folk Nonet's lucrative chord set off a bizarre chain reaction that led to the invention of the ukulele. Thanks, guys, for making music even more annoying!. Fact: Funny enough, the New Christy Minstrels were actually named after a dog. Guess the pup didn't have much competition in the music scene!.
• Headline: THE CHURCHILL SPIRIT—IN HIS OWN WORDS. Impact: The Churchill quotes collection inspired a new trend of motivational posters that now litter every office and high school classroom, proving that wisdom can be commercialized to the point of absurdity.. Fact: Did you know Churchill was known for his fondness for cigars? Maybe he knew that the best way to lead is with a puff of smoke and a memorable quote!.
• Headline: 2 STATE SENATORS FIGHT TERM RULING. Impact: The state senators fighting the term ruling unwittingly sparked a new wave of political memes. Their struggle for re-election became the stuff of internet legend—because who doesn't love a good political drama?. Fact: Did you know that political bickering often leads to more memes than actual legislation? It's like Congress operates on a meme economy!.
• Headline: SURINAM ANIMALS MENACED BY DAM; Expedition Will Try to Save Them From Rising take. Impact: The expedition to save animals from the dam made headlines, but little did they know it would inspire a reality show about animal rescuers that would go on to win multiple awards. Nature and drama—who could resist?. Fact: Surinam's animals are so resilient that some have even taken to social media to voice their complaints about human interference. Ever thought you'd see a parrot tweet?.
• Headline: SPEAKING OF BOOKS. Impact: J.D. Adams' exploration of journalism and literature led to an influx of authors who decided to write while drinking coffee, thus creating the modern-day stereotype of the 'writer.' Thanks, J.D.!. Fact: Did you know that coffee is considered the lifeblood of writers? Without it, we might have never had the joy of reading a single bad novel!.