MAY 23, 1978

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• Headline: Frontiers of Science; Looking (Still) for Atlantis. Impact: The search for Atlantis inadvertently inspired a reality TV show that led to the rise of a new genre: underwater archaeology dating. Who knew love could be found among ancient ruins?. Fact: Fun fact: Atlantis might be a myth, but it sure has sparked more theories than the existence of Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster combined!.
• Headline: Taxes &Accounting. Impact: The emphasis on cash flow analysis led to the rise of accountants becoming the new rock stars of the business world, resulting in a bizarre phenomenon where accountants started wearing leather jackets and sunglasses to the office.. Fact: Did you know that accountants often have more fun than they let on? Okay, maybe that's just a myth..
• Headline: Albee Prepares Play In ‘Woolf’ Mold. Impact: Albee's play inspired countless artists to create their own 'Woolf' molds, leading to an explosion of avant-garde plays where the main character was always a talking piece of furniture. Audiences were confused but entertained.. Fact: Did you know that Edward Albee once said, 'I think we all want to be loved, even if it’s by a sofa?'.
• Headline: Sports News Briefs. Impact: Bradley's caution about hosting the Games led to the creation of a new competitive sport called 'Financial Risk Management,' which was ultimately deemed too boring to watch, proving once again that nobody cares about spreadsheets.. Fact: Did you know that financial loss is the leading cause of stress for politicians? Right behind public speaking, of course!.