DECEMBER 22, 1978

Full News Archive

• Headline: Progress in US-Soviet Arms Negotiations. Impact: If Vance and Gromyko had decided to skip their meeting, we might have been living in a world where the Cold War was actually 'cool' and the biggest threat was running out of avocado toast instead of nuclear warheads.. Fact: Fun fact: Vance and Gromyko's attempts at disarming were about as effective as trying to convince cats to take a bath..
• Headline: Trapnell's Unusual Criminal Journey. Impact: Trapnell's criminal career may have inspired a future generation of Hollywood directors, leading to countless crime dramas that glamorize bad decisions, proving that crime really does pay—at least in screenplays.. Fact: Did you know that crime stories are often more exciting than the real thing? Just think of all the times you had to hide your eyes during a heist in a movie. Not as thrilling in real life, I assure you..
• Headline: Greece Joins the European Market. Impact: Greece joining the market was like that one friend who finally gets a job, but ends up dragging everyone else into boring adult responsibilities. Spain and Portugal still curse under their breath for being the ‘follow the leader’ in the financial game.. Fact: In 1979, joining the market was the financial equivalent of being invited to a party, but only if you brought your own snacks—Greece and its friends certainly weren't going to let anyone in without a price!.
• Headline: Step by Carter In 1956 Is Cited In a Racial Case. Impact: Carter's actions in 1956 became a historical breadcrumb trail that led to significant civil rights advancements, proving that even the smallest steps can create a path for generations to walk toward justice.. Fact: The ACLU has been fighting for civil rights longer than most people have been fighting over who gets to control the TV remote. Talk about persistence!.
• Headline: Board of Estimate Votes Against the Westway Plan. Impact: The rejection of the Westway Plan was like choosing to keep your dysfunctional family together instead of sending them to therapy—eventually, the chaos just reappeared elsewhere.. Fact: Who knew that a board meeting could be as dramatic as a soap opera? All that's missing is a secret love affair or a surprise twin reveal!.
• Headline: Gerry Mulligan, Big‐Band Fan and Sometime Leader, Is Trying It Again. Impact: Mulligan's return to the band scene proves that sometimes you just can't let go of your dreams—unless, of course, they involve more than 14 pieces and a whole lot of sax.. Fact: Every time a big band gets back together, an angel gets its wings... or just another garage band gets a free sax solo. Your call!.
• Headline: Rape‐Case Wife Quoted About Becoming Rich. Impact: In a tragic twist, the commodification of personal trauma in media can lead to a profound societal shift, where narratives of suffering are often overshadowed by the pursuit of profit.. Fact: It's sad but true: the media loves a sensational story more than a cat loves knocking things off tables..
• Headline: Executive Reflects Optimism on Taiwan. Impact: Y C Wang's optimism about U.S. ties could have set off a chain reaction, where the world started believing that international relations could be as easy as texting your friend to hang out—spoiler alert: it wasn’t.. Fact: Optimism in international relations is like trying to find a parking spot in a crowded city—good luck with that!.
• Headline: Soviet, Citing Its Note to Carter, Indicates Concern on China Ties. Impact: Brezhnev's concern about China's ties with the U.S. sparked a diplomatic dance that would continue to shape global alliances, proving that international politics is just one big, awkward high school reunion.. Fact: Did you know that political notes can be more cryptic than your friend's vague texts about 'needing space'?.
• Headline: Devine Gets No. 2 Police Job. Impact: Devine's promotion may have seemed like just another day in the precinct, but it marked a moment where the right people started climbing the ladder—proof that sometimes, being in the right place at the right time is all it takes.. Fact: In the police world, getting promoted is like leveling up in a video game, but with fewer power-ups and more paperwork..