NOVEMBER 10, 1979

Full News Archive

• Headline: Avis Rent-A-Car Ordered to Pay Rape Victim. Impact: This court ruling set off a chain reaction in corporate America, making businesses scramble to improve their HR policies. Fast forward a few decades, and now we have companies hosting mandatory 'how not to be a jerk' workshops. Thanks, Avis!. Fact: Did you know that for every dollar a corporation pays in settlements, they often spend three more on public relations to fix their image? So, let's not act surprised when they still screw up!.
• Headline: Exploring A Sneeze of Poetry. Impact: This review likely boosted the sales of poetry books, leading to a surge of aspiring poets who believed they could change the world with a few rhyming couplets, completely unaware that nobody actually reads poetry anymore.. Fact: Did you know that poetry slams sometimes lead to more injuries than actual boxing matches? Who knew feelings could cause such havoc?.
• Headline: The Dance: Dan Wagoner. Impact: Dan Wagoner's performance at the Brooklyn Academy sparked a renaissance in modern dance, inspiring future generations to express their profound emotions through interpretive dance – and leaving many confused spectators wondering if they were watching art or a seizure.. Fact: Did you know that modern dance often requires more flexibility than a politician trying to backtrack on their promises? Talk about stretching the truth!.
• Headline: British Rider Victor In Toronto Jumping. Impact: Harvey Smith's victory in Toronto led to a sudden influx of British horse riders trying to conquer North America, creating a bizarre cultural exchange where tea and crumpets became staples at rodeos.. Fact: Did you know that horse jumping is one of the few sports where the animal does all the heavy lifting, yet the rider still gets the trophy? Sounds familiar, right?.
• Headline: 2 More Escaped Convicts Seized As Hunt Continues for 4 Others. Impact: The ongoing manhunt turned into a reality show pitch, setting the groundwork for ‘America’s Most Wanted’ and proving once again that crime really does pay… in TV ratings.. Fact: Did you know that the more dramatic the manhunt, the more likely the convicts are to become community celebrities? Who needs a reality show when you can just escape prison?.
• Headline: Rate of Damage to Ozone Layer Termed Worse Than Believec. Impact: This warning launched a global movement towards environmental awareness, which eventually led to the rise of reusable straws. The irony? Now we’re just drinking our smoothies while the planet slowly disintegrates.. Fact: Did you know that the ozone layer is like that protective parent who just can't let their kids play outside? It’s doing its best, but we keep giving it more reasons to worry!.
• Headline: New York Telephone Wins 4.5% Increase, $166 Million a Year. Impact: This rate increase not only made phone bills more painful but also laid the groundwork for countless conversations about how to save money while still feeling like a hostage to technology.. Fact: Did you know that telephone companies often charge more for less service? It’s like a bad relationship— you keep hoping for change, but you just end up with more dropped calls!.