MARCH 15, 1972

Full News Archive

• Headline: Students Avoid School Amid Safety Concerns. Impact: This fear of chaos in schools led to the rise of online education; little did they know that in 2020, students would be begging for a return to those chaotic classrooms.. Fact: Fear is an effective teacher, but maybe not as effective as actual teachers..
• Headline: Judge Warns O'Dwyer in Berrigan Case. Impact: The courtroom drama inspired a new genre of legal thrillers, proving that sometimes the best entertainment is watching lawyers argue about their own incompetence.. Fact: Contempt of court is a fancy term for 'I can't believe you just said that.'.
• Headline: Hughes Meets Somoza Before Departure. Impact: Hughes's departure from Nicaragua was like the last episode of a soap opera; it left viewers wondering what drama would unfold next in Central America.. Fact: The only thing more dramatic than a political envoy’s visit is the inevitable cliffhanger that follows..
• Headline: McGraw‐Hill Editor Demoted Over ‘Gift or Loan’ by Authors. Impact: This scandal led to a slew of 'no gifts' policies in publishing, resulting in a generation of authors who had to think twice about their holiday presents.. Fact: Turns out, the price of a coffee can be the difference between a promotion and a demotion..
• Headline: Democratic Race Widens; Muskie Concedes Setback. Impact: Muskie's defeat taught future candidates that the early bird might get the worm, but sometimes it's just a decoy worm.. Fact: Campaigning for a year and losing means you’ve officially achieved the title of 'perennial underdog.'.
• Headline: HUSSEIN REPORTED PROPOSING STATE FOR PALESTINIANS. Impact: Hussein’s proposal set the stage for decades of complex negotiations, proving that when it comes to peace, the road is always under construction.. Fact: Proposing a state for Palestinians is like trying to negotiate a pizza order with ten people—everyone has their own toppings..
• Headline: Wife of British Officer Sentenced for Espionage Says She ‘Nagged Him Into Becoming Spy’ for Soviet. Impact: Mrs. Bingham's confession became a cautionary tale; now, nagging is not just a marital issue but also a national security concern.. Fact: Who knew that a little nagging could lead to international espionage? Talk about a high-stakes marriage..
• Headline: BRITISH ‘OFFICE’ NOW EMBASSY’ IN PEKING. Impact: The opening of the embassy marked the beginning of a new era of diplomatic awkwardness, complete with uncomfortable handshakes and forced smiles.. Fact: An embassy in Communist China is like finally getting invited to the party after 22 years of standing outside..