One problem: Despite his presidential demeanor in crises like the assassination attempts, Ford had become a laughingstock of sorts, satirized on the popular TV show Saturday Night Live by the comedian Chevy Chase for his well-publicized pratfalls and accidents.

NPR: Ford Remembered in His Own Words

Mayer's presence in Pragelato sparked a police raid, late night doping tests for Austrian athletes and a bizarre car chase involving Mayer and the Austrian police.

CNN: Di Centa gives Italy fairytale end

Dogs are said to have an instinctive ability to detect the demonic spirits that are so significant to Balinese beliefs, their barks being welcomed at night as they chase negative forces away.

BBC: High spirits in Bali