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The Sounds of
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HEADLINES ON February 22, 1995
Full News Archive
- Headline: Czech Film: Man, Beast, and Sacrifice. Impact: This film's exploration of human sacrifice and aspiration sparked an underground movement where peasants everywhere began to sell their livestock for art supplies. As a result, the Renaissance of the 21st century was led by a bunch of cowless artists who couldn't remember why they were painting cows in the first place.. Fact: Did you know that in the Czech Republic, cows are often seen as national treasures? So, selling one for art could be considered both brave and slightly insane!.
- Headline: Sony Expands Headquarters on Madison Avenue. Impact: Sony's decision to expand right across the street triggered a fierce corporate rivalry that ultimately led to a reality show called 'Corporate Real Estate Wars.' Viewers tuned in to watch executives engage in passive-aggressive negotiations while trying to out-lease each other.. Fact: Fun fact: The term 'squatting' wasn’t just reserved for the homeless; in the corporate world, it officially refers to any company that can't stop expanding into the parking lot of its rival..
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)