DECEMBER 21, 1965

Full News Archive

• Headline: Johnson Talks India’s Food Crisis. Impact: Johnson's discussion on India's food plight indirectly led to the rise of organic farming in the U.S., where hipsters decided to grow kale instead of potatoes, convinced it was a revolutionary act against famine.. Fact: Did you know that talking about food shortages in one part of the world can lead to an avocado toast craze in another? Yeah, no pressure on farmers..
• Headline: U.S. Forces Authorized to Enter Cambodia. Impact: The U.S. decision to enter Cambodia in 'self-defense' created a paradox where future historians would endlessly argue whether it was self-defense or self-sabotage, which to this day fuels many a conspiracy theory.. Fact: Fun fact: When you say 'self-defense,' you can actually do whatever you want. Just ask any overzealous parent at a PTA meeting..
• Headline: Lindsay's New Human Resources Department Initiative. Impact: Lindsay's plan to develop human resources inadvertently led to the creation of countless job titles that no one understands—like 'Chief Happiness Officer.'. Fact: Did you know that forming a new department is often just a way to give more people the chance to hold meetings that could have been emails? Classic!.
• Headline: B'NAI B'RITH CHIEFS TALK WITH ERHARD. Impact: B’nai B’rith's discussions with Erhard may have set the stage for future diplomatic dinners where everyone politely pretends to care about compensation policies while secretly eyeing the dessert.. Fact: Fun fact: B’nai B’rith has been chatting with leaders for over a century. Apparently, it’s tough to get the last word in when you’re dealing with politicians..
• Headline: Jimmy Brown Named Player of Year. Impact: Jimmy Brown being named Player of the Year sparked a chain reaction that led to the invention of the sports highlight reel, which now consumes hours of our lives each week—thanks, Jimmy.. Fact: Did you know Jimmy Brown was so good, they actually considered renaming the NFL MVP award after him? But then they realized that would make the other players feel bad..
• Headline: Big Year for Chicago. Impact: Chicago's trade show boom set the stage for future conventions where people would gather to discuss how to be more productive while being completely unproductive.. Fact: Fun fact: If you ever wanted to find the most over-caffeinated crowd, just crash a trade show in Chicago. You'll find ideas flying faster than the coffee can be brewed..
• Headline: 9 Children and 3 Adults Killed in Fire At Yonkers Jewish Community Center; 12 KILLED IN FIRE IN JEWISH CENTER. Impact: The tragic fire at the Yonkers Jewish Community Center led to stricter fire codes and safety regulations, which ironically made future community events much safer but way less fun—no one can dance like they used to.. Fact: In the aftermath of tragedies, it's often said that safety regulations can feel like an overreaction. But hey, at least we get to keep our eyebrows intact!.
• Headline: BRITONS TO BE TRIED IN PENNINE MURDERS. Impact: The trial of Brady and Hindley for the Pennine murders became a case study for criminology students, highlighting the dark side of fame and the twisted nature of celebrity culture, even in crime.. Fact: Did you know that infamous criminals often end up with more fan clubs than some pop stars? Apparently, the line between fame and infamy is thinner than we think..