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HEADLINES ON February 1, 1995
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- Headline: Edward's Journey to Self-Sufficiency. Impact: Edward's daily mail deliveries not only helped him secure a job, but they also inspired a future generation of postal workers who would unknowingly become the backbone of the 'Snail Mail Appreciation Society' in 2045, a group that passionately defends the art of letter writing against the rise of instant messaging. Who knew a simple lunch hour could lead to a revival of papyrus scrolls?. Fact: Did you know that the average person spends 30 minutes a day looking for lost items? Maybe Edward should add 'master of lost belongings' to his resume!.
- Headline: Carjacking Sentencing Shocks Rockland Community. Impact: The harsh sentencing of this student sparked a nationwide debate on carjacking laws, leading to an unexpectedly popular reality show called 'Carjackers Behind Bars,' which ultimately resulted in a spike in both car thefts and viewership ratings. The irony was not lost on anyone, especially the producers cashing in on the misery.. Fact: Did you know that carjacking is often considered a crime of opportunity? Maybe this student just took 'opportunity knocks' a little too literally..
Wall Street Time Machine
ORCL
Oracle
Oracle - If you invested $1,000 in 1995, it would be worth $106,067 today (106.1x return)
MSFT
Microsoft
Microsoft - If you invested $1,000 in 1995, it would be worth $210,621 today (210.6x return)