MAY 3, 1973

Full News Archive

• Headline: Officer Shea Charged with Murder. Impact: If Officer Shea had just taken up knitting instead of law enforcement, perhaps the entire NYPD would have pivoted to a peaceful arts and crafts initiative, avoiding future tragedies and leading to a national knitting craze. Who knew yarn could save lives?. Fact: Did you know that the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters actually paved the way for better labor rights? Probably a lot more effective than, say, knitting..
• Headline: Exploring A. Philip Randolph's Legacy. Impact: Raskin's review made A. Philip Randolph a household name, which inadvertently led to the rise of people naming their kids after famous historical figures, thus creating an entire generation of 'Randolphs' who could never escape their parents' ideals.. Fact: Did you know Randolph was not just about unions? He was also a key figure in the Civil Rights Movement, basically doing more in a day than most do in a lifetime..
• Headline: Dance: Rich Repertory. Impact: The NYC Ballet's performance review sparked a wave of cultural appreciation that led to more people pretending to understand ballet, resulting in a society where everyone awkwardly clapped at the wrong times.. Fact: Did you know that ballet dancers can burn up to 1,000 calories in a single performance? That's like running a marathon but with more tutus..
• Headline: People and Business. Impact: N. Scott's appointment may have caused a ripple effect of corporate jargon infiltrating everyday language, leading to countless meetings where people say 'synergy' way too often. Thanks, N!. Fact: Did you know that the term 'business casual' was actually created just to confuse everyone about what to wear to the office? It’s basically a conspiracy..
• Headline: Reporter's Notebook: Phnom Penh Peril Not Quite Real. Impact: The article on Phnom Penh may have led to a brief spike in interest in Cambodian cuisine, which has since become a hipster food trend, proving that sometimes good journalism leads to bad dining experiences.. Fact: Did you know that the Khmer Rouge's impact on Cambodia is still felt today? So, maybe skip the hipster restaurant and read a book instead..
• Headline: Army and Palestinians Clash in Beirut. Impact: The clashes in Beirut sparked a series of events that led to more conflicts in the Middle East, proving once again that violence begets violence, while everyone else pretends to have a solution.. Fact: Did you know that the Lebanese Civil War lasted for 15 years? It’s a reminder that sometimes, peace is harder to achieve than a good Wi-Fi connection..
• Headline: Advertising: Big Accounts Shift. Impact: The survey showing improved consumer attitudes towards ads led to a deluge of terrible commercials that we are still subjected to today. Thanks, Hicks & Greist, for every cheesy jingle stuck in our heads.. Fact: Did you know that most people can't recall what they had for breakfast, yet they can sing every word of a jingle? Priorities, right?.
• Headline: Some in B‐52 Crews Deplore Raids on Cambodia. Impact: The protests from B-52 crew members against bombing in Cambodia may have inadvertently inspired future generations of military personnel to speak out, leading to an era of activism that no one saw coming—except maybe the history books.. Fact: Did you know that the B-52 was designed to fly for decades? It’s like the military version of the Energizer Bunny—but with more ethical dilemmas..