AUGUST 29, 1973

Full News Archive

• Headline: Unity Securities Fraud Complaint Filed. Impact: This scandal led to a massive distrust in stock market investments, which in turn caused a spike in people investing in beanie babies. Yes, the world might have been saved from a financial crisis by a bunch of stuffed animals.. Fact: Did you know that the SEC has more paperwork than a local DMV? Talk about a bureaucratic nightmare!.
• Headline: Bill Bradley Considered For Race for Congress. Impact: Bradley’s potential candidacy led to a trend of athletes entering politics, which resulted in a shocking number of sports metaphors in congressional debates. Now we can’t tell if they’re discussing legislation or just calling plays.. Fact: Did you know that before running for Congress, Bill Bradley was a basketball star? Apparently, dribbling a basketball and dribbling on the political stage have some parallels... or not..
• Headline: DEFENSE IS SHORT IN VETERANS TRIAL. Impact: This trial's outcome led to increased scrutiny of veterans in political cases, eventually resulting in a societal meme that suggested 'veterans know best'—which is both true and kind of terrifying.. Fact: Fun fact: This trial had more twists and turns than a soap opera, and yet somehow, there were fewer dramatic monologues..
• Headline: A Distinguished French General Is Now a Man of Nonviolence. Impact: General de Bollardiere’s shift to nonviolence sparked a wave of military leaders turning into peace advocates, which led to a spike in yoga classes for former generals. Who knew downward dog could be so politically transformative?. Fact: Did you know that this general's pivot to nonviolence was so unexpected, it made headlines worldwide? Usually, generals don't go for 'peace talks'—they're more into 'strategic bombings.'.
• Headline: Metropolitan Briefs. Impact: The discovery of weapons in a car led to increased paranoia about car ownership, eventually resulting in a bizarre trend of people opting for bicycles and scooters. Thanks, NYC police!. Fact: Did you know that in NYC, finding a loaded handgun is about as common as finding a slice of pizza? It's just another day in the Big Apple!.
• Headline: MARCOS ASKS STUDY OF SUBVERSION CASE. Impact: The investigation into Aquino’s case resulted in a ripple effect of political activism in the Philippines, eventually inspiring a new generation of protest songs that still echo through Filipino culture today.. Fact: Did you know that many people considered Aquino's trial a joke? Unfortunately, it wasn’t a comedy club; it was a courtroom..