NOVEMBER 1, 1984

Full News Archive

• Headline: Not For Publication: A Comedy Unveiled. Impact: If this reporter had just stuck to reporting facts instead of trying to be the next comedic genius, we might not have a world where political satire is seen as a potential career path for journalists. Thanks for that, 'Not for Publication!'. Fact: Did you know that undercover reporting is a lot like a bad stand-up routine? You either expose corruption or you just end up looking ridiculous in front of a live audience..
• Headline: Explore the Thrills of 'Choose Me'. Impact: The title 'Choose Me' led to a series of unfortunate events where people started thinking it was a dating app. Now, we have to deal with a whole generation of 'swipe right' politicians. Thanks a lot!. Fact: Did you know that the phrase 'Choose Me' has been used so often that it now qualifies as a form of political harassment? I mean, who wouldn’t feel pressured?.
• Headline: Innovative Collapsible Furniture Designs. Impact: The rise of fold-up furniture has led to an epidemic of people pretending they live minimalist lifestyles. Somewhere in the universe, a universe where space-saving furniture is unnecessary, there's a parallel dimension where people still have dinner parties.. Fact: Did you know that the first collapsible chair was invented in ancient Rome? They called it the 'take it with you to the Colosseum' model. Not much has changed, except now you can use it for IKEA meatball picnics..
• Headline: THE MAN WHO PUT NEO IN NEOLIBERAL. Impact: Charles A. Peters' neoliberal dreams set off a chain reaction of economic policies that made us question if we were indeed living in the Matrix. Spoiler alert: we are, and the code is just more capitalism.. Fact: Did you know that the term 'neoliberal' was originally meant to describe a new approach to economics? Now it just describes your uncle’s Facebook posts about austerity during Thanksgiving dinner..
• Headline: DESIGN NOTEBOOK. Impact: The obsession with collectibles has led to the rise of shows like 'Antiques Roadshow,' where people find out their dusty trinkets are worth less than the emotional baggage they carry. It's a real feel-good story.. Fact: Did you know that the most valuable collectible is often just the thing your grandparents kept for no reason? Turns out their hoarding has historical significance after all!.
• Headline: ASSASSINATION IN INDIA: ANXIETY IN WASHINGTON; WORLD POLITICAL AND RELIGIOUS LEADERS ARE UNANIMOUS IN GRIEF AND OUTRAGE. Impact: Indira Gandhi's assassination sent shockwaves through the political landscape, sparking a series of events that would lead to increased tensions and the realization that political leaders are just as mortal as the rest of us.. Fact: Did you know that Indira Gandhi was the first and, so far, the only female Prime Minister of India? Her legacy remains a powerful reminder of the impact one leader can have on a nation's history..