AUGUST 23, 1973

Full News Archive

• Headline: Explosive Discoveries in London. Impact: The discovery of these bombs led to a heightened sense of paranoia that eventually spurred on the development of more advanced security measures, including the infamous 'security theater' we all know and love today. Who knew that thwarted bombings could pave the way for metal detectors at every mall entrance?. Fact: Fun fact: In an alternate timeline, the bombs were actually just very elaborate promotional stunts for a new line of explosive-themed fashion. Spoiler: it didn't catch on..
• Headline: Nastase’ s New Image justCall Him ‘Nicely’. Impact: Nastase's rebranding efforts might have inadvertently inspired athletes everywhere to adopt ridiculous nicknames. What if every athlete started calling themselves something like 'The Lightning Bolt'? The world of sports would have been a circus!. Fact: They say a name can change everything. Just ask 'Nicely' Nastase; he was so nice, he made the tennis racket blush!.
• Headline: F‐15 JET ENGINE FAILS KEY ENDURANCE TEST. Impact: The failure of the engine led to a series of redesigns and the eventual creation of a jet that could actually fly without spontaneously combusting. Thank goodness, or we might all be flying around in paper airplanes by now.. Fact: The F-15's engine failure was so dramatic that it was considered for a role in a Hollywood action movie. Sadly, it didn’t pass the audition..
• Headline: Soviet Launches Satellite. Impact: The launch of Cosmos 580 marked yet another milestone in the space race, eventually leading to the development of GPS technology. So, thank you, USSR, for ensuring we never get lost again, even if it means we get tracked by our phones!. Fact: Cosmos 580 was originally intended to be a reality show in space, but they couldn't find enough contestants willing to float in zero gravity for a month..
• Headline: Seven Are Arrested Here In $16‐Million Drug Raid. Impact: This drug raid was just one of many that eventually led to the establishment of stricter drug laws and a lot of very surprised teenagers trying to figure out why their local convenience store doesn't sell certain snacks anymore.. Fact: The seven arrested were actually just there for a really awkward book club meeting. The book? 'How Not to Get Caught.'.
• Headline: SKYLAB TO SURVEY DROUGHT NATIONS. Impact: Skylab's mission to survey drought-stricken nations led to a greater awareness of global resource management, paving the way for modern environmental science. Today, we owe it all to a space station that had a great view of Earth's problems.. Fact: Skylab's crew originally planned to use telescopes to survey drought areas but ended up just using Google Earth instead. Much cheaper!.