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HEADLINES ON March 7, 1995
Full News Archive
- Headline: Cuba's Tumultuous Shift: Decadence to Communism. Impact: Batista's Cuba was a flashpoint that set off a series of events leading to the Cold War's hottest beach party. The rise of communism in Cuba created a ripple effect, leading to countless 1960s road trips to Havana for Americans, complete with misguided attempts to find the 'real' Cuba.. Fact: Fun fact: Batista's Havana was so glamorous that even the mob wanted a piece of it. Who knew crime could look so good?.
- Headline: Exploring Family Dynamics in Australia. Impact: This seemingly mundane story about a father and his son helped pave the way for more open discussions about family dynamics and sexuality. Who would've thought that a little banter could contribute to the slow march toward acceptance? It's as if the universe was saying, 'Hey, maybe we should be nicer to each other.'. Fact: Did you know that flippant banter is a universal language? It's the preferred method of communication for anyone trying to avoid serious conversations..
- Headline: Real Estate; With Bertelsmann moving on to Broadway, a law firm takes its space at 666 Fifth Avenue. Impact: The move of Bertelsmann to Broadway marked the beginning of the 'real estate musical' era, where every corporate move had the drama of a Broadway show. Who needs a Tony Award when you can get a prime office space in NYC?. Fact: Just think, 666 Fifth Avenue is basically the corporate version of a horror movie. 'Coming soon: the office that devours your sanity!'.
- Headline: Battle to a Keep Black Professor Leaves Bruised Egos and Reputations. Impact: The battle for tenure at Northwestern Law School became a microcosm of academic politics, influencing hiring practices and tenure processes for decades. It’s like watching a soap opera, except with more legal jargon and fewer dramatic cliffhangers.. Fact: Did you know that tenure battles can be more intense than a reality TV show finale? Spoiler alert: everyone loses their minds..
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)