MARCH 6, 1970

Full News Archive

• Headline: Du Pre Stars with Philharmonic Orchestra. Impact: Du Pre's performance inspired a generation of musicians, triggering the eventual rise of the air guitar phenomenon. Yes, folks, it all started with some serious cello skills.. Fact: Jacqueline du Pré's playing was so powerful, it could’ve probably made a rock concert jealous. And no, I’m not talking about the literal rocks..
• Headline: Soviet Halts Voznesensky Play Found Ideologically Unsound. Impact: The cancellation of Voznesensky's play led to a secret underground movement of playwrights who started writing in code. This eventually birthed the modern-day 'play within a play' trope, which nobody really understands.. Fact: Ideological shortcomings? Sounds like the Soviet Union's version of a bad Yelp review for a restaurant—'The food was great, but the chef's opinions were too spicy!'.
• Headline: MANHATTAN PLAN FOR SCHOOL ZONES VOIDED BY COURT. Impact: The voiding of the Manhattan school zoning plan led to a decade of educational chaos, ultimately inspiring the creation of the 'School Choice' movement. Thanks, court, for letting the kids decide their fate!. Fact: You know what they say, 'If you want to hear God laugh, tell him your zoning plans.' It's just unfortunate that the kids had to suffer through the punchline..
• Headline: Anthony Eden Recovering After Surgery in Boston. Impact: Eden's recovery sparked a renewed interest in political health, leading to the rise of wellness retreats for leaders. Because nothing says 'I care about my constituents' like a week-long yoga retreat.. Fact: Anthony Eden's surgery was so high-profile, it probably had more media coverage than a Kardashian wedding. Just imagine the tabloid headlines!.