1960s
Coverage of 1960s in the Nexus archive.
- This pesticide may be too dangerous to use. Farmers say they need it.
Paraquat is a pesticide that was commercialized in the 1960s and quickly became one of the world’s most popular weedkillers. While farmers see weeds wilt and brown within hours of applying it, its use has raised concerns regarding its potential danger.
- A flesh-eating New World screwworm was just found in a Texas cow—here’s what to know
A flesh-eating New World screwworm was found in a Texas cow, marking the first case in U.S. livestock since the parasite was eliminated in the 1960s.
- Analysis: Dinner shooting brings reminders of past era of political violence
The article draws parallels between current political violence and the 1960s-1970s era, marked by bitter divides and a fraying social fabric. Historians highlight the unsettling similarities in societal tensions across these periods.
- Couple who lost £100,000 life savings in phishing scam get their 1960s Alfa Romeo restored in huge birthday surprise
A couple who lost £100,000 in a phishing scam received their 1960s Alfa Romeo restored as a birthday surprise. The restoration was organized to compensate for their financial loss and mark a significant milestone.
- French woman, 86, is locked up by ICE after moving to US to marry long-lost love she dated in 1960s... and her new husband dies
An 86-year-old French woman was detained by ICE after moving to the U.S. to reunite with her long-lost love from the 1960s, only for her new husband to pass away shortly after their marriage. The incident highlights complexities of immigration law and personal relationships across borders.