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HEADLINES ON September 23, 1995
Full News Archive
- Headline: The Deadly Sins Murders Unveiled. Impact: This 'sickening catalogue' inspired generations of murder mystery writers, leading to the birth of countless detective novels where the only real sin was writing a bad plot twist.. Fact: Did you know that the seven deadly sins have been used in pop culture so much that they could probably qualify for a reality TV show?.
- Headline: The Old College Try: Date Rape Case. Impact: The fallout from this date-rape case led to more awareness and discussions around consent, which eventually fueled an entire generation of college students who wouldn't take 'no' for an answer—except when it came to paying tuition.. Fact: Surprise! Consent is actually a thing, and it’s been around longer than most college students’ attention spans..
- Headline: Bayside Co-op Secures Financing Independently. Impact: This co-op deal led to a local uprising of apartment owners who discovered they could actually say 'no' to greedy investors, sparking a wave of DIY home improvement shows that made every homeowner an expert in poorly executed renovations.. Fact: Did you know that co-op boards are basically the original reality TV villains? They have all the drama without the cameras!.
- Headline: In Ireland, a Difficult Coming of Age. Impact: Peter Yates's film not only made waves in cinema but also romanticized the idea that love can conquer all—even class differences, which is a nice thought until you remember student loans exist.. Fact: In Ireland, the phrase 'coming of age' usually means finally getting a good pint of Guinness—cheers to that!.
- Headline: Romance In the Sun, Foiled And Then Unfoiled. Impact: This charming vacation story sparked a mini-renaissance of romantic comedies set in picturesque locations, convincing millions that all it takes to find love is a plane ticket and a tragic backstory.. Fact: Fun fact: British spinsters vacationing in Italy have a higher chance of finding love than anyone on a dating app!.
- Headline: America's Cold War With Canada. Just Kidding!. Impact: The mockery of a Cold War with Canada led to a lasting peace agreement, with both nations now united by their mutual love for hockey and maple syrup, proving that sometimes humor is the best diplomacy.. Fact: Did you know that Canada has more lakes than the rest of the world combined? That's way too much water for a 'war' to make sense!.
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)