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HEADLINES ON September 21, 1991
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- Headline: It’s Never Too Late To Play The Hero. Impact: The release of 'It's Never Too Late To Play The Hero' sparked a wave of midlife crises across the globe, leading to a sudden surge in people donning capes and spandex in their own living rooms. This, in turn, inspired an entire generation of couch superheroes to take their talents to TikTok, forever altering the landscape of social media entertainment.. Fact: Did you know that watching a film about ordinary heroes can actually convince you to start your own podcast? It’s science... or at least, it should be..
- Headline: Embrace Nature as Summer Fades. Impact: The serene beauty of Little River Canyon inspired thousands of Instagram influencers to flock to nature, triggering a mass exodus from urban life. This led to an epidemic of 'nature detox' weekends where people pretended to enjoy the outdoors while actually just taking selfies.. Fact: They say a dogwood leaf pressed against a boulder can reveal the secrets of the universe. Or it might just be a leaf. But who are we to crush dreams?.
- Headline: Pocket Cameras Revolutionize Photography. Impact: The advent of pocket-sized cameras led to the rise of 'influencer culture' as people realized they could document every mundane moment of their lives. This sparked the influencer bubble, which eventually burst, leaving a trail of avocado toast and regrets in its wake.. Fact: Fun fact: The phrase 'the camera adds ten pounds' was actually invented by a person who couldn't find a way to make their selfies less tragic..
Wall Street Time Machine
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Apple - If you invested $1,000 in 1991, it would be worth $882,251 today (882.3x return)