DECEMBER 30, 1977

Full News Archive

• Headline: 1977: A Year of Change in America. Impact: The National Women's Conference in Houston sparked a series of events that eventually led to women being more assertive in their demands for equal pay and representation. As a result, the phrase 'Can I speak to the manager?' was born, forever haunting retail workers.. Fact: Did you know that Dr. Rosalynn Yalow was the first woman to win the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine? Talk about breaking glass ceilings while rocking a lab coat!.
• Headline: New Year's Eve Celebrations in NYC. Impact: The midnight horn-blowing tradition led to the invention of the New Year's resolution, which in turn prompted millions of people to vow to go to the gym – only to be seen at the donut shop by February.. Fact: Fun fact: The likelihood of people actually keeping their New Year's resolutions is around 8%. But hey, at least they tried, right?.
• Headline: PUC Rejects Bell's Rate Increase Request. Impact: The rebuff of Bell's rate increase request sent ripples through the telecom industry, causing companies to innovate and create 'unlimited' plans that miraculously came with hidden fees. Thanks, NJ!. Fact: Did you know that 'telecommunications' is just a fancy way of saying 'pay more for less'? A true American pastime!.
• Headline: The Pop Life. Impact: The denial of visas to the group not only stunted their US tour but also led to an unexpected rise in underground music scenes as artists found creative ways to circumvent the system. So, thanks, bureaucracy!. Fact: Who knew that criminal convictions could be such a great marketing tool? 'Come see the band that can't get a visa!' Sounds like a hit!.
• Headline: Soviet Dissident Movement Is at Low Ebb. Impact: The decline of the Soviet dissident movement led to a brief moment of apathy that allowed for the rise of questionable reality TV shows. Who knew that oppression could lead to bad television?. Fact: Did you know that many dissidents were actually artists and intellectuals? If only they'd known the power of social media, they'd have been influencers instead!.
• Headline: PEACE DELAY SEEN. Impact: Sadat's disappointment over the peace delay set off a chain reaction of political dialogues that took decades to resolve. Meanwhile, it also made for some truly awkward dinner conversations in Cairo.. Fact: Did you know that peace negotiations often sound like a game of Monopoly? You never really know when someone will flip the board!.
• Headline: The Royal Canadians Will Be There Without Guy. Impact: The Royal Canadians performing without Guy Lombardo led to a resurgence of sibling rivalry in orchestras everywhere, and the phrase 'the show must go on' became a family motto.. Fact: Did you know Guy Lombardo was known as 'Mr. New Year's Eve'? Guess his brother had some big shoes to fill – and yes, they were probably sequined!.
• Headline: A Concert for Ping Pong Players. Impact: The concert for ping pong players was so bizarre that it inspired a wave of niche performances, leading to the rise of 'extreme knitting' competitions. Because, why not?. Fact: Did you know that the combination of music and sports has led to some truly strange events? Just wait until we get a concert for competitive eating!.
• Headline: Suspended Arkansas Players Drop Suit Against Coach Holtz. Impact: The suspended players dropping their suit set a precedent for athletes to speak up about their treatment, ultimately leading to the rise of player empowerment movements across college sports. Who knew a court case could change the game?. Fact: Did you know that the college athletic dorms are basically a reality show waiting to happen? Drama, scandal, and bad decisions all in one place!.