MAY 25, 1965

Full News Archive

• Headline: US Intervenes in San Isidro Air Operations. Impact: Grounding junta planes might have seemed like a good idea, but it inadvertently led to a new air traffic control system - think of it as a precursor to modern-day 'no-fly zones' that somehow always come with a side of chaos.. Fact: Did you know that grounding planes is a surefire way to make enemies? Just ask any teenager trying to sneak out on a Friday night!.
• Headline: Homer Croy: A Literary Legacy. Impact: Homer Croy's passing might have led to a resurgence of interest in biographies, unleashing a flood of mediocre authors who felt inspired to write about their cats' lives. Thanks a lot, Homer!. Fact: Did you know that Homer Croy's books are still read today? That's right; he’s the inspiration behind countless writers who try and fail to capture the magic of Will Rogers and Jesse James. Good luck, everyone!.
• Headline: Many Dead in Clashes; TRUCE IS REACHED IN BOLIVIA STRIFE. Impact: The Bolivia strife and resulting truce might have brought temporary peace, but you know what they say about 'temporary' - it's like a band-aid on a bullet wound. Civil wars have a funny way of popping back up when you least expect them.. Fact: Did you know that the average civil war lasts about ten years? So, if you ever feel like taking a long vacation, maybe avoid Bolivia for a while..
• Headline: GUZMAN IS LINKED TO BANK SCANDAL; Audit Shows Irregularities by Dominican Agency. Impact: Guzman's bank scandal may have seemed like a minor blip, but it secretly opened the floodgates for every conspiracy theorist to claim that banks were actually run by aliens. Thanks for the wild ride, Guzman!. Fact: Did you know that in the world of banking, irregularities are just code for 'we really hope nobody notices'? It's like a game of 'Where's Waldo?' but with money!.
• Headline: MORGAN HUDGINS, 53, M.G.M AIDE ABROAD. Impact: Morgan Hudgins' life may have influenced countless MGM productions, but his passing likely ushered in an era of 'who's that?' for Hollywood wannabes trying to make a name for themselves. Spoiler alert: it wasn't them.. Fact: Did you know that being an aide at MGM is basically the equivalent of being the guy who holds the coffee for the guy holding the coffee? It's a tough gig!.
• Headline: EBAN IS HOPEFUL ON ARAB ATTITUDE; Tells B'nai B'rith Delegates Peace Cry May Spread. Impact: Eban’s hopeful prediction about Arab attitudes probably inspired a slew of diplomats to write optimistic memos that went straight to the trash can. Spoiler: peace didn’t just spread like a rumor at a high school reunion.. Fact: Did you know that 'hopeful predictions' are basically just wishful thinking with a fancy title? I mean, who doesn’t love a good dream that leads to nothing?.
• Headline: A.A.U. and U.S.T.F.F. Fail To Reach Track Agreement. Impact: The failure to reach an agreement between the AAU and the U.S. Track and Field Fed was like a perfect storm of incompetence that would eventually lead to a never-ending saga of sports politics. Who knew running could be so complicated?. Fact: Did you know that track disputes often result in more drama than actual races? It’s like the Olympics, but with less athleticism and more shouting!.