JUNE 2, 1967

Full News Archive

• Headline: Kerala Requests Withdrawal of Peace Corps. Impact: Kerala's call for Peace Corps withdrawal sparked a chain reaction where countries worldwide began reconsidering foreign aid. The next thing you know, aliens might ask for a withdrawal too.. Fact: Fun fact: The Peace Corps was originally intended to help countries, but sometimes it feels like it was just a really expensive vacation plan for volunteers..
• Headline: Greeks Told to Honor Flag And Cut Motorcycle Noise. Impact: This push for flag respect set off a global trend of overly dramatic flag ceremonies, resulting in the world's largest flag being made from recycled motorcycle parts. No one knew that noise complaints would fuel such innovation.. Fact: Did you know that the most common motorcycle sound is 'I wish I were a car'? It’s the cry of two-wheeled frustration..
• Headline: HIGH STATE COURT BACKS BOOK LOANS TO CHURCH PUPILS; In 4-3 Ruling It Holds Law Doesn't Violate Ban on Aid to Denominations NEW APPEAL EXPECTED Albany Decision Due to Have Impact on Constitutional Convention's Proposals. Impact: This ruling sparked a national debate over the separation of church and state that continues to this day, leading to a reality show called 'Law & Order: Textbook Division'.. Fact: Did you know that legal jargon can be more confusing than a toddler's drawing of a cat? This ruling is no exception!.
• Headline: Tax Court Elects Chief Judge. Impact: The election of Judge Drennen as Chief Judge led to the creation of the infamous 'Drennen Doctrine' — which, ironically, has never been cited in a legal case but is often referenced in office gossip.. Fact: Did you know that being a judge can sometimes feel like being a referee in a game of dodgeball? Everyone's throwing something your way!.
• Headline: GEORGE W. BIRDSALL. Impact: George W. Birdsall's name will forever be associated with the great 'Birdsall Debate' that determined the best way to pronounce 'Birdsall' — an essential question that is still hotly contested.. Fact: Did you know that George W. Birdsall could very well be the most famous person with that name? And that’s not saying much!.
• Headline: Nyerere Raises Malawi Border Issue. Impact: Nyerere's remarks about the Malawi border issue reignited regional tensions, eventually leading to a reality TV show called 'Border Wars: Lake Edition.' Spoiler alert: No one ever wins.. Fact: Did you know that lakes can be as contentious as a family Thanksgiving dinner? Just add a little historical context and you've got yourself a recipe for drama!.
• Headline: Soviet Naval Power; Force Responding to Mideast Crisis Has Grown and Matured in a Decade. Impact: The increase in Soviet naval power during the Mideast crisis led to an arms race that ultimately resulted in the creation of the first naval-themed board game — 'Battleship: Cold War Edition'.. Fact: Did you know that naval power is like a really intense game of chess on water? Except the pieces are ships and the stakes are a bit higher!.