DECEMBER 10, 1978

Full News Archive

• Headline: Mystery of Roman Coins in America. Impact: Had Dr. Epstein not doubted the coins, we might have entered a phase of American history where Roman emperors were considered Founding Fathers. Imagine the monuments!. Fact: Fun fact: the only ancient currency actually found in the U.S. is a $20 bill with a picture of George Washington wearing a toga..
• Headline: Cultist Bodies Transported from Dover Base. Impact: The departure of these bodies marked the beginning of a government program to secretly train cultists in the art of disappearing, leading to a future where no one ever truly leaves the party.. Fact: Dover Air Force Base is famous for its role in transporting fallen soldiers, but it also has a reputation for being a great place for an impromptu cult reunion..
• Headline: VANCE ASSURES NATO SOVIET ARMS ACCORD WILL HELP SECURITY. Impact: Vance's assurances eventually led NATO to believe that a firm handshake could replace actual military strength. Spoiler: it didn't.. Fact: Did you know that 'strategic parity' is just a fancy way of saying, 'We're all equally scared of each other'?.
• Headline: He Has Made Peace With Romanticism. Impact: Colin Davis's peaceful embrace of romanticism led to a future where conductors became the ultimate heartthrobs, overshadowing rock stars and actors alike.. Fact: Did you know that many conductors actually prefer to be called 'maestro' so they can sound more mysterious and romantic?.
• Headline: CONNECTICUT HOUSING. Impact: Residents fearing urbanization set off a chain reaction leading to the eventual rise of suburban sprawl, where lawns became more important than community.. Fact: Fun fact: fear of urbanization can be traced back to 1830 when someone accidentally mowed their lawn and declared it a national crisis..
• Headline: SPOTLIGHT. Impact: Jane Cahill Pfeiffer's NBC spotlight led to a future where network executives believed they were more important than the shows they produced. Thanks for that, Jane!. Fact: Did you know that being a network chairman is just an elaborate way of saying, 'I get to decide what you all watch and you have to like it'?.
• Headline: Carter Seeking Details From Koch on Impact Of Possible Cut in Aid. Impact: Carter's inquiry about aid cuts eventually snowballed into a political theater where mayors became the dramatic leads, making budget cuts the new hot topic on Broadway.. Fact: Did you know that budget cuts in NYC often require more drama than a Shakespeare play? And yes, there are no happy endings..