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HEADLINES ON May 31, 2001
Full News Archive
- Headline: N C Wyeth and James Wyeth Exhibit. Impact: If N C Wyeth had never painted, the world might have turned out a lot less colorful. Imagine a universe where pirates were just boring accountants. Thanks, Wyeth, for ensuring that future generations will have a taste for adventure and treasure maps, at least in the art world!. Fact: Did you know that N C Wyeth illustrated more than 100 books? Apparently, he thought his paintbrush was a magic wand that could conjure up entire worlds. Spoiler alert: it worked!.
- Headline: Innovative Beekeeping in West Nyack. Impact: Ron Breland's revolutionary five-sided hives may have led to a bee uprising. Who knows? One day, we might find ourselves negotiating peace treaties with bees over honey production! They could be our next overlords.. Fact: Did you know that bees can recognize human faces? So, if you're going to annoy a bee, make sure you do it with style. They’ll remember you forever, and not in a good way!.
- Headline: Mets Fall to Phillies in Critical Game. Impact: The Mets' defeat might have led to a cosmic imbalance in the universe, sending fans into a spiral of disbelief. This could have led to the rise of alternate realities where the Mets win every game. Sorry, time travelers, you'll have to deal with those timelines!. Fact: Did you know that the Mets have a history of being the lovable losers? They've perfected the art of heartbreak, making it a true New York experience. Who needs therapy when you have the Mets?.
Wall Street Time Machine
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Apple
Apple - If you invested $1,000 in 2001, it would be worth $1,220,264 today (1220.3x return)