Breakthroughs and everyday innovations from the year.
HEADLINES ON June 15, 1990
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- Headline: Return of the Adorable Critters. Impact: The return of these little furry creatures not only led to a resurgence in the local wildlife population but also inspired a series of viral videos that ultimately resulted in the creation of the 'Squirrel Olympics', which has since captured the hearts of millions and caused a spike in nut sales worldwide.. Fact: Did you know that squirrels can actually find their buried nuts almost 98% of the time? They have a better memory than most people I know..
- Headline: Reimagining 'Dick Tracy' for Modern Audiences. Impact: The glorification of Dick Tracy paved the way for a generation of cartoon characters to take themselves way too seriously, leading to the rise of superhero films that somehow forgot how to have fun, resulting in a billion-dollar industry that still can't figure out how to end a movie without a massive explosion.. Fact: Fun fact: Dick Tracy is one of the earliest comic strip detectives, proving that even in the world of crime-fighting, fashion accessories—like a yellow trench coat—are essential..
- Headline: Review/Film; A Frankenstein Monster of the Suburbs. Impact: This film's portrayal of suburban madness not only launched a thousand suburban horror stories but also convinced many that the worst monsters are not lurking in the dark but live next door, leading to an ongoing neighborhood watch trend that has made nosy neighbors the unofficial enforcers of suburbia.. Fact: Interestingly, the term 'Frankenstein' has become synonymous with any creation gone awry, especially in the world of home improvement, where DIY disasters have led to more 'monsters' than actual horror films..
Wall Street Time Machine
MSFT
Microsoft
Microsoft - If you invested $1,000 in 1990, it would be worth $1,285,532 today (1285.5x return)
AAPL
Apple
Apple - If you invested $1,000 in 1990, it would be worth $1,043,076 today (1043.1x return)