SEPTEMBER 20, 1968

Full News Archive

• Headline: Acquisition by Childhood Productions Inc. Impact: The acquisition of Childhood Productions Inc. set off a chain reaction leading to the creation of a dystopian future where all entertainment is produced by a single corporation. Eventually, this leads to every movie being a sequel or a reboot. Thank you, Butterfly Effect. Fact: Did you know that in the future, people will reminisce about a time when there were original ideas in Hollywood? Yeah, me neither.
• Headline: Exile Group Claims Bombing in Miami. Impact: This bombing incident led to a series of retaliatory attacks that escalated into a global conflict, all because someone misread a postcard. The world learned that diplomacy is key, but apparently, so are airstrikes. Fact: Fun fact: Bombing a building is a great way to ensure that people will not have a peaceful afternoon shopping. Who knew?.
• Headline: A NEW COLD WAR FEARED BY THANT; U.N. Chief, in Speech, Sees Setback in Soviet Invasion of Czechoslovakia A NEW GOLD WAR FEARED BY THANT. Impact: Thant's speech triggered a cascade of Cold War tensions, which ultimately led to countless spy movies and a national obsession with espionage. Thanks to this, we now have more spies than we do actual diplomats. Fact: Fun fact: The Cold War was so popular, it became a theme for countless video games. Who knew geopolitical tension could be so entertaining?.
• Headline: NIXON PROMISES TO HEED DISSENT IN MAKING POLICY; Says He'd Look for Officials of Widely Diverse Views, Including Democrats CONCEPT OF PRESIDENCY Candidate Asserts a Leader Must Direct and Inspire, Not Administer 'Trivia' NIXON PROMISES TO HEED DISSENT. Impact: Nixon's insistence on diverse opinions led to a cabinet filled with people who had wildly different views, resulting in policy meetings that resembled a family Thanksgiving dinner—everyone arguing and nobody really getting anything done. Fact: Did you know Nixon's presidency was basically a masterclass in how to handle dissent? Spoiler alert: It involved a lot of tape and some very questionable decisions.
• Headline: Kennedy Hails Humphrey; Jeers Mar Rally in Boston; KENNEDY HAILS HUMPHREY RACE. Impact: Kennedy's endorsement of Humphrey and the subsequent protests inspired a generation of activists who believed that jeering could change policy. This later became a popular form of political discourse, especially on social media. Fact: Fun fact: Protesting is like the modern-day equivalent of shouting at the TV during a sports game. Everyone feels better, but nothing really changes.
• Headline: Axe Corp. Elects. Impact: G.H. Dolan's election may seem trivial, but it led to a corporate culture that prioritized networking over qualifications, resulting in a future where the most successful leaders were often just the best at schmoozing. Fact: Did you know that in the corporate world, knowing the right people is often more important than knowing the right things? It's like high school, but with more money.
• Headline: The Dance: 'Incubus'; Erika Goodman Lends Poignancy to Role of Insane Child in Work by Arpino. Impact: Erika Goodman's poignant performance in 'Incubus' opened the door for roles that explore the complexities of childhood trauma. This somehow led to an entire genre of films where every character has a tragic backstory. Fact: Fun fact: If you want to make it in Hollywood, just give your character a tragic backstory. Trust me, it works every time.
• Headline: Peace Corps Aids King Fund. Impact: The Peace Corps' contribution to the King Fund was like planting a seed that would grow into a mighty oak of social justice movements. Unfortunately, that oak would also take a lot of watering and patience. Fact: Did you know that the King Fund eventually became a symbol of hope? Because nothing says 'hope' like a group of volunteers pooling their change together.
• Headline: At U.N., Soviet Argument Is Termed Obsolete; Envoys Doubt That Bonn Is a Threat as Nazis Were When the Charter Was Written. Impact: The UN diplomat's remarks sparked a debate that lasted decades, leading to a mistrust of everyone involved and a tendency to throw shade at Bonn. It turns out, diplomatic banter is a lost art. Fact: Fun fact: Diplomacy is basically just a fancy word for 'let's argue politely over tea.' Who knew international relations could be so civilized?.