FEBRUARY 25, 1973

Full News Archive

• Headline: Exploring Deja-Vu in Photography. Impact: The book 'Deja-Vu' sparked a trend of amateur photographers attempting to recreate iconic images, leading to an Instagram culture where everyone thinks they're Ansel Adams. If only those same people could recreate their grocery lists.. Fact: The first photograph ever taken took eight hours to expose. So next time you complain about how long it takes to upload to Instagram, remember that at least you don’t have to wait for a whole day!.
• Headline: Morrison Named Chattanooga Head Coach. Impact: J Morrison's coaching career somehow led to the rise of a new generation of college football players who think they can also become Instagram influencers. Spoiler alert: they can't.. Fact: Coaching college football is often seen as a stepping stone to the pros, but let's be honest, it's mainly about perfecting the art of motivational speeches and wearing visors..
• Headline: Debate Over Powells Cove School Construction. Impact: The controversy over the school construction led to a never-ending debate about wetlands that continues to this day. Future generations will still be arguing about where to build schools while the planet continues to drown.. Fact: Wetlands are often referred to as 'nature's kidneys.' Who knew that kidneys could have such a strong opinion on where schools should be built?.
• Headline: SPOTLIGHT. Impact: Dr. W O Baker’s vision for Bell Laboratories resulted in technological advances that would eventually lead to the smartphone—where now you can ignore the calls from your mother in 47 different ways.. Fact: Baker was given the nickname 'the wizard of Bell Labs.' No pressure there, right? Just invent something magical while managing 17,000 employees!.
• Headline: Movie Mailbag. Impact: The discussion surrounding Bertolucci's film led to an explosion of cinematic debates, paving the way for countless pretentious film critics who think they know more than the directors themselves. Spoiler: they don't.. Fact: Last Tango in Paris was so controversial that it made people reconsider their movie night choices. Who knew butter could be such a hot topic?.
• Headline: Mayhem in Paris Subway. Impact: The record number of hold-ups in the Paris subway led to an increase in both security measures and the public's paranoia. This inspired a series of detective novels, which incidentally led to a rise in beret sales.. Fact: Paris is known for its romantic views, but apparently, it’s also a hotspot for muggings. Who said you can't have a little danger with your croissant?.
• Headline: In 1910 It Was ‘Torture’. Impact: The dismal reception of Bloch's opera has been cited as a pivotal moment in opera history, where the phrase ‘I could do better’ was born, forever haunting composers and performers alike.. Fact: Opera critics have a legacy of being brutal. Some say they can make even the most talented singers reconsider their career choices faster than you can say 'Encore!'.
• Headline: Money. Impact: The gold rush triggered by the dollar crisis set off a chain reaction of financial panic and investment strategies that led to the rise of financial advisors—who often look like they just rolled out of bed.. Fact: Gold has been a symbol of wealth for centuries, proving once and for all that people will panic buy shiny objects regardless of their actual worth!.
• Headline: Euphronios Cup Is Reportedly Offered for Sale to the Metropolitan. Impact: The Euphronios cup’s journey to the Metropolitan Museum inspired a series of art heists in movies, leading to a glorification of theft that would have museum curators shaking their heads in dismay.. Fact: The Euphronios cup is over 2,500 years old. It’s basically the original 'antique roadshow' item, and yet, people still try to haggle over its price like it's a yard sale find..
• Headline: U.S BUSINESS ROUND‐UP. Impact: The lack of opposition to bank branching gave rise to the idea that banking could be as mundane as choosing between coffee or tea, leading to a series of corporate jargon-filled meetings that cause more yawns than excitement.. Fact: Banking regulations are so thrilling that they could easily be mistaken for a documentary on paint drying. Who knew money could be so fascinatingly boring?.