APRIL 15, 1977

Full News Archive

• Headline: Liquor Smuggling Scandal at TRW Center. Impact: This smuggled liquor incident sparked a chain reaction leading to the rise of underground bars in corporate workplaces, ultimately resulting in the creation of the now-famous 'office happy hour' culture. So, thanks TRW for inspiring countless awkward conversations over margaritas!. Fact: Did you know that liquor smuggling in corporate offices became the inspiration for the hit sitcom 'The Office'? Well, it didn't, but imagine the plot twists!.
• Headline: Exploring Poetry's Dual Perspectives. Impact: Morgan’s poetry book unknowingly set off a global movement of poets trying to capture the essence of two worlds, leading to an explosion of emo bands in the 90s. Thanks, Frederick, for enabling teenage angst around the world!. Fact: Did you know that poetry once inspired people to put down their smartphones? Just kidding, that never happened..
• Headline: The Editorial Notebook. Impact: Walter Goodman’s article on 'Roots' led to a national identity crisis among many who realized they had no idea where they truly came from. This existential dread has since created millions of genealogy subscriptions.. Fact: Did you know that 'Roots' was so popular it made family trees a trending topic before social media even existed? Talk about ancestry envy!.
• Headline: Text of Carter's Address to O.A.S. Council Outlining Policy Toward Latin Americi.. Impact: Carter's policies towards Latin America inadvertently sparked a series of events that would lead to the rise of trendy taco trucks in the U.S. Who knew diplomacy could lead to delicious street food?. Fact: Did you know that diplomacy and tacos are the two main ingredients for a successful relationship? Try saying that at your next political summit!.
• Headline: J. H. Rubinstein Quits Post at ABC Records. Impact: Rubinstein's resignation at ABC Records triggered a series of corporate shake-ups that led to the rise of independent music labels, which became the breeding grounds for many future rockstars. Rock on, Jerold!. Fact: Did you know that resigning from a position can sometimes lead to a career in motivational speaking? Just ask any ex-CEO!.
• Headline: Casting Bread Upon the Airwaves. Impact: This massive ad revenue milestone inspired countless magazines to chase after big bucks, leading to the current state of oversaturated lifestyle blogs that nobody reads. Thanks for the clutter, Better Homes and Gardens!. Fact: Did you know that the phrase 'bigger is better' is often followed by 'but only when it comes to magazine ads'?.
• Headline: Missile Fired From B.52. Impact: The missile fired from the B-52 marked a turning point in military strategy, leading to a new era of drone warfare that eventually made video games way too realistic. Thanks for ruining our fun, military!. Fact: Did you know that many video game developers credit the military with their inspiration? Thanks for the 'realism', guys!.