FEBRUARY 7, 1967

Full News Archive

• Headline: Liu and Teng Ousted Amidst Political Turmoil. Impact: The ousting of Liu and Teng set off a chain reaction in China that led to a series of power struggles. This, of course, made for some riveting soap operas later on, as politics became more dramatic than daytime TV!. Fact: Did you know that the political climate in China during this time was so tense it could give a pressure cooker a run for its money?.
• Headline: KOSYGIN ARRIVES FOR LONDON VISIT AND SPEEDS TALKS; Russian Has Private Session With Wilson Stresses 'Urgent' World Issues VIETNAM IS A KEY TOPIC Premier Sees 'Serious Stage' of Developments and Calls for Easing of Tension KOSYGIN ARRIVES FOR LONDON VISIT. Impact: Kosygin's visit to London had everyone on edge, leading to a brief fashion craze where people wore ties with peace symbols. Because nothing says 'let's ease tension' like a dapper bowtie!. Fact: Fun fact: The term 'urgent world issues' was actually coined when someone realized talking about them was more exciting than discussing the weather..
• Headline: OUTPUT OF STEEL ALMOST STEADY; Total Edges Up by 0.10% to 2,372,000 Tons. Impact: The slight increase in steel output led to a national obsession with building things, which ultimately resulted in the rise of DIY culture. Thanks, steel, for helping us all become amateur carpenters!. Fact: Did you know that steel was once considered the hip material of the 20th century? Now it's just a backdrop for hipster coffee shops..
• Headline: High School Work Is Called Too Hard. Impact: The complaints about high school work being too hard triggered a nationwide reevaluation of education systems. This led to the creation of 'easy A' classes. Ah, the sweet sound of mediocrity!. Fact: Did you know that 'too hard' is just a euphemism for 'I’d rather be binge-watching my favorite show'?.
• Headline: O'CONNOR FAVORS $1 CAMPAIGN AID; Gifts to Parties Would Be Part of State Tax Returns. Impact: O'Connor's idea of a $1 campaign aid check-off sparked a trend of tax return gimmicks that still exists today, where everyone pretends their tiny donations make a difference. Spoiler alert: they don’t.. Fact: Did you know that the idea of giving a dollar to political campaigns is just like throwing pennies in a well? You might as well make a wish!.
• Headline: SPACE AGENCY PICKS A MISSION DIRECTOR. Impact: NASA’s appointment of a mission director led to a series of ambitious space missions, eventually culminating in the rise of sci-fi as a legitimate career path. Who knew a General could lead us to the stars?. Fact: Did you know that NASA's budget for space missions is often compared to the GDP of small nations? Talk about aiming for the stars!.
• Headline: BAN ON DRINKING IN CARS IS SOUGHT; But State Senator Puts Bill Aside to Close Loopholes. Impact: The debate over drinking in cars ultimately resulted in a nationwide love affair with drive-thrus and takeout. Who knew the fight against drunken driving would lead to fast food becoming the savior of road trips?. Fact: Did you know that drinking in cars was once seen as a casual pastime? Now it’s just a ticket to a night in the slammer!.