FEBRUARY 13, 1979

Full News Archive

• Headline: Khomeini Supporters Storm U.S. Embassy. Impact: This event set off a chain reaction that led to a dramatically sour relationship between the U.S. and Iran, eventually resulting in the creation of countless 'U.S. vs. Iran' memes. Who knew a bunch of students could cause so much confusion in diplomatic ties that even historians need a flowchart?. Fact: Did you know that this event also made 'embassy takeover' a hot new trend? We're still waiting for the follow-up reality show, 'Embassy Wars.'.
• Headline: Giants Discuss Rhome's Coaching Prospects. Impact: The Giants' interest in Rhome spiraled into an intense coaching carousel that left fans dizzy and wondering if their team was ever going to win again. Spoiler alert: They didn't. But they did have a lot of exciting conversations!. Fact: Fun fact: The coaching interviews were probably longer than the actual coaching tenures. At this point, even the chairs in the interview room have seen more action than the players!.
• Headline: McAdoo's Concerns: Family and Finances. Impact: McAdoo's financial woes and family concerns resonated through time, leading to the establishment of 'Professional Athlete Support Groups'—where athletes can air their grievances while still getting paid to throw balls around.. Fact: Did you know that many athletes have a 'back pay' plan? It's called 'just keep playing until they forget you owe them money.'.
• Headline: Dr. Harry G. Jacobi, 81, Ex‐Chief Of the Lenox Hill Diabetes Clinic. Impact: Dr. Jacobi's legacy in diabetes care has influenced countless advancements in treatment and awareness, laying the groundwork for the modern diabetes management techniques we now take for granted. His impact is still felt in medical circles, and probably in dessert menus too.. Fact: Dr. Jacobi once said, 'The only thing sweeter than sugar is the satisfaction of helping others.' Too bad he couldn't have said that while eating cake!.
• Headline: Roasters Cut Coffee Prices. Impact: The coffee price drop initiated an international coffee craze that prompted countless 'coffee is life' memes and an uptick in caffeine-related productivity—until everyone crashed at 3 PM. Thanks for the energy boost, Folgers!. Fact: Did you know that coffee prices dropping is basically the adult equivalent of a candy sale? Who needs economic stability when you can have your morning brew cheaper?.
• Headline: Secretary of Defense Is Accused Of Rash Weapons Offer to Yemen. Impact: This controversy sparked debates about military ethics that continued for decades, eventually leading to more carefully worded press releases. Because nothing says 'transparency' like a carefully crafted statement, right?. Fact: Did you know that this event is often cited as the moment diplomats started using Buzzwords 101? 'Rash' became the new 'strategic'!.
• Headline: U.S. LINKS TO SAUDIS TAKING A NEW TURN. Impact: The shifting relations with Saudi Arabia began a long and complicated dance that has left historians scratching their heads and wondering if we should all just stick to tea. In the end, it's mostly about oil, baby!. Fact: Fun fact: This relationship is so complicated, it would make a soap opera look like a simple rom-com!.
• Headline: Automakers and U.A.W. Initiate Low‐Cost, Prepaid Health Plan. Impact: This initiative has led to a gradual improvement in worker health benefits, but also resulted in endless discussions about who gets the last donut in the break room. Spoiler alert: it's never the one who needs it most.. Fact: Did you know that 'low-cost, prepaid health plans' are just fancy words for 'we promise to take care of you until we have to pay for it?'.