NOVEMBER 19, 1979

Full News Archive

• Headline: Khomeini's Controversial Interview Ethics Debate. Impact: Khomeini's demand for pre-approved questions led to a new era of carefully curated interviews, ultimately sparking the rise of reality television—where every question is pre-planned, and the drama is entirely staged. Thanks, Khomeini!. Fact: Did you know that asking for pre-approved questions is a strategy that has been used by countless politicians? They really hate surprises—just like a cat hates a bath..
• Headline: US Airlines Aid Cambodian Food Relief Efforts. Impact: The daily delivery of food to Cambodia not only helped stave off famine but also inadvertently inspired the creation of 'food delivery' apps centuries later. Who knew that the idea of someone else bringing you tacos could stem from humanitarian efforts?. Fact: Did you know that this food delivery effort was the precursor to modern-day Uber Eats? Just imagine your favorite meal being delivered by a charitable pilot instead of a college kid on a bike..
• Headline: Frustration Over Hostage Release Delays. Impact: The ongoing hostage crisis led to a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy and eventually to the establishment of protocols for dealing with hostage situations. It also indirectly inspired the plot of a few bad action movies where the hero saves the day—because that’s how real life works, right?. Fact: Did you know that the frustration felt by the Carter Administration at the time is still a common feeling in politics? It's like waiting for your laundry to finish when you really want to wear that one shirt..
• Headline: Kahn Stand On Chrysler Faulted. Impact: Inaccurate statements about labor agreements can lead to economic chaos, which is something we see happening over and over again. Just like in a bad sitcom, the blame game continues from one administration to the next.. Fact: Did you know that this incident was just a warm-up for the future of corporate bailouts? It's like a dysfunctional family where everyone just keeps asking for money..
• Headline: Demand for Iran Flags Is Reported Up in U.S.. Impact: The surge in demand for Iranian flags, particularly for burning, sparked a trend of flag-related merchandise that continues to this day. Who knew that burning flags would become a popular form of protest? Talk about a fiery debate!. Fact: Did you know that flag burning is often more about protest than patriotism? It’s like yelling at the TV during a sports game—everyone has their own way of expressing frustration..
• Headline: ON PLANE TO EUROPE. Impact: The release of hostages marked a significant moment in U.S.-Iran relations, which would continue to be rocky for decades—like the ex you just can’t seem to get over. At this point, it’s practically a soap opera.. Fact: Did you know that releasing hostages is like hitting the snooze button on a bad relationship? You know it’s not over, but you tell yourself you’ll deal with it later..
• Headline: Study Charges Inequities. Impact: The study revealing inequities in military spending highlighted the ongoing struggles between taxpayers and government spending, setting the stage for decades of debates about budget allocations. Spoiler alert: the debates are still going on.. Fact: Did you know that Congress often spends more time arguing about budgets than actually creating them? It’s like watching a group of toddlers fight over a toy—endlessly entertaining but ultimately unproductive..
• Headline: Music: Schneider Leads a New School Concert. Impact: The New School concert showcased that art and music would continue to be a refuge during turbulent times, leading to a cultural renaissance that would inspire future musicians to create art about their struggles—like a never-ending cycle of angst.. Fact: Did you know that concerts are actually a great way to avoid real-life problems? Just put on some headphones and pretend the world is fine, right?.
• Headline: WINE TALK. Impact: The discussion of new wine vintages paved the way for the wine industry's obsession with marketing, leading to the creation of wine tasting events that are less about the wine and more about who can look sophisticated while swirling a glass.. Fact: Did you know that discussing wine can sometimes be more pretentious than actually drinking it? It's like the fancy version of showing off your new shoes..
• Headline: British Ex‐Spy Urges Full Inquiry. Impact: Anthony Blunt's call for a full inquiry into his past as a Soviet agent stirred up a whirlwind of conspiracy theories that still impact how we view espionage today. It’s like the original Netflix documentary but with real-life spies.. Fact: Did you know that Blunt's story is a classic case of 'you can't trust anyone'? It’s as if he invented the concept of not taking candy from strangers—especially if they're in a trench coat..