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HEADLINES ON December 30, 1982
Full News Archive
- Headline: The Dynamics of Money and Its Control. Impact: If only those bandits had chosen to steal a few less million, perhaps the world would have been spared decades of overpriced coffee and the rise of Bitcoin as a 'real' currency. Thanks a lot, guys.. Fact: Money troubles have led to all sorts of creative solutions, including bartering for goods—so if you have a goat, you might just be richer than you think!.
- Headline: The Faulkner Legacy: Women in Literature. Impact: This woman's calm demeanor might have inspired generations of Southern ladies to hide their emotions behind perfectly painted smiles—leading to a cultural norm of 'bless your heart' instead of addressing real issues.. Fact: William Faulkner once said, 'The past is never dead. It's not even past.' So, good luck escaping family drama, folks!.
- Headline: Caring for Leather Furniture. Impact: As people began to care more for their leather furniture, the rise of DIY home improvement shows was inevitable, leading to countless hours of people realizing they have no idea what they're doing.. Fact: Leather furniture care tips have evolved to include bizarre rituals, like chanting while polishing—because why not combine home maintenance with a little bit of witchcraft?.
- Headline: HELPFUL HARDWARE. Impact: The invention of handy hardware meant that procrastination and clutter could flourish in homes across America. Who needs organization when you can just buy more stuff to hang it up with?. Fact: Super Klip's first promotional slogan was 'Because losing your keys is a lifestyle choice!'—and honestly, they weren’t wrong..
Wall Street Time Machine
INTC
Intel
Intel - If you invested $1,000 in 1982, it would be worth $274,575 today (274.6x return)
WMT
Walmart
Walmart - If you invested $1,000 in 1982, it would be worth $1,791,511 today (1791.5x return)