NOVEMBER 17, 1972

Full News Archive

• Headline: Historic Change: Women as Beefeaters. Impact: By allowing women to be Beefeaters, a seemingly innocuous decision led to a long chain of events where women in the UK began donning ridiculous hats in every profession, from tax auditors to rocket scientists, just to prove they could do it too.. Fact: Did you know that before this decision, the only way women could get close to the Tower of London was by being tourists? Now they can guard it while wearing those fabulous hats!.
• Headline: Historic Conference in Saigon. Impact: This conference set a precedent for diplomatic meetings that would eventually lead to the invention of the 'peace talk selfie,' which is now obligatory for all officials to take at serious negotiations.. Fact: Fun fact: 'Saigon' now exists as a historical reference and as a great name for your next cat, should you ever adopt one!.
• Headline: ROCKEFELLER URGES ONE‐TERM MAYOR. Impact: Rockefeller’s suggestion for a one-term mayor sparked a trend of politicians promising to limit themselves to one term—an idea that has been forgotten faster than you can say 'political career'.. Fact: Isn't it cute how politicians promise change? It's like a New Year’s resolution: full of hope at first, then quickly forgotten by February..
• Headline: THO DUE IN PARIS TODAY, AIDES SAY. Impact: The secret talks in Paris led to a series of negotiations that would become the blueprint for modern-day diplomacy, proving that sometimes the best deals are made behind closed doors—preferably with wine.. Fact: Did you know that if you say 'peace talks' enough times at a dinner party, people will assume you're an expert on international relations? Just don’t mention what kind of peace, or they might not invite you back..
• Headline: Life of Thais Harder, If Anything, Since Junta Seized Power Year Ago, Though Economy Has Gained. Impact: The junta’s grip on power created a paradox where economic growth occurred under oppressive rule, leading to a curious case of how people can thrive while simultaneously being stifled—like a flower growing through concrete.. Fact: Fun fact: If you think your job is hard, try living under a junta while the economy grows. It's like a really bad reality show—'Survivor: Dictatorship Edition.'.