Breakthroughs and everyday innovations from the year.
HEADLINES ON May 12, 1989
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- Headline: Swamp Thing: A Humorous Remake Misfire. Impact: This film single-handedly inspired a generation of aquatic-themed superheroes. Fast forward to 2023, and we've got an entire aquatic superhero genre, leading to a bizarre aquatic fashion trend that includes rubbery suits. Who knew that swamp monsters could be fashion icons?. Fact: Did you know that rubbery monsters are the ultimate environmental activists? They just want to keep the swamps clean—one soggy damsel at a time!.
- Headline: Customizing Condos in Two Towers. Impact: The struggle to customize condos in two towers led to the invention of the 'open floor plan' in the 1990s. This revolutionized how we ignore our neighbors while pretending to care about their opinions on interior design.. Fact: Fun fact: 'customized condos' is just a fancy way of saying, 'We’ll let you pick the shade of beige for your walls.'.
- Headline: Furry Aliens and Valley Culture. Impact: The arrival of furry aliens turned Valley Guys created a cultural phenomenon that influenced countless '90s sitcoms. The phrase 'totally rad' was born, leading to a spike in beach wear sales that lasted decades—beach towels for everyone!. Fact: Shaving aliens are actually the reason for all those 'before and after' ads. Who knew a little grooming could lead to intergalactic charm?.
- Headline: Review/Film; Pryor and Wilder Pool Handicaps in 'See No Evil'. Impact: The collaboration of Pryor and Wilder in this film paved the way for buddy comedies that set unrealistic expectations for friendship. Now, everyone thinks they need a quirky best friend to get through life. You're welcome, Hollywood!. Fact: Fun fact: If you ever find yourself pool handicapping, just remember: it's not the swim that matters; it's the comedy that ensues!.
Wall Street Time Machine
AAPL
Apple
Apple - If you invested $1,000 in 1989, it would be worth $971,793 today (971.8x return)
MSFT
Microsoft
Microsoft - If you invested $1,000 in 1989, it would be worth $2,127,569 today (2127.6x return)