OCTOBER 22, 1977

Full News Archive

• Headline: Bronx Sleep-Wake Disorders Unit Insights. Impact: The Bronx Unit's sleep innovations eventually led to a nationwide obsession with sleep tracking apps. Thanks to them, we now have a generation of people who wake up at 6 AM to check their sleep scores and promptly fall back asleep until noon.. Fact: Did you know that the average person spends about 26 years of their life sleeping? That's a lot of time to dream about being productive!.
• Headline: The Education of Jimmy Carter. Impact: Carter's educational journey laid the groundwork for future presidents to either overpromise or underdeliver on their campaign slogans, sparking an eternal cycle of political disappointment. You know, for democracy!. Fact: Did you know that Jimmy Carter once taught Sunday school? He probably gave his students a more realistic view of life than his presidency!.
• Headline: Ex‐Globetrotter Admits Charge. Impact: Hudgins' downfall paved the way for stricter regulations on public officials, thus creating a generation of politicians who learned to be sneakier about their embezzlement schemes. Who knew crime could evolve?. Fact: Did you know that the Harlem Globetrotters are known for their slapstick humor? Apparently, some of that humor didn't translate to the accounting department!.
• Headline: David Mamet Crafts ‘Reunion’ With Skill to Stress Tenderness. Impact: Mamet's playwriting skills inspired a wave of playwrights who felt the need to stress tenderness, leading to an influx of emotional theater that occasionally makes audiences question their own life choices. Who knew drama could be so reflective?. Fact: Did you know that Mamet is known for his unique dialogue style? It's so distinct, even his grocery lists sound like they belong on Broadway!.
• Headline: F.C.C. Asked to Study Prohibition Of Unwanted Phone Advertising. Impact: Buelino's sentencing sent shockwaves through the underworld, resulting in mobsters adopting a 'be more discreet' policy, which meant that crime became a bit more sophisticated. Who knew crime could have a PR department?. Fact: Did you know that Russell Bufalino was a real-life mob boss? His life could have inspired a series of crime novels, but instead, he's just a footnote in history... until Netflix decides otherwise!.
• Headline: BUELINO SENTENCED ON EXTORTION CHARGT.