🧠 Inventions of 2001
Breakthroughs and everyday innovations from the year.
1 
Portable Music Player (iPod)
2 
Wi-Fi Public Hotspots
3 
Online Encyclopedia (Wikipedia)
4 
3G Mobile Networks
5 
Cloud Computing Concept
6 
Digital Video Compression (H.264)
7 
Online Photo Sharing
8 
Instant Messaging Platforms
9 
Tablet Computer Concept
10 
Satellite Broadband Internet
The Sounds of
The biggest hits of the year — Top 10 Pop & Country chart toppers
HEADLINES ON November 26, 2001
Full News Archive
- Headline: Kunduz Captured from Taliban Forces. Impact: The fall of Kunduz set off a chain reaction that not only reshaped the Afghan landscape but also led to a series of misguided attempts at nation-building, resulting in more 'freedom' initiatives than one could shake a stick at. Who knew a city could influence international policy like a diva at an awards show?. Fact: Did you know that Kunduz was once known as the 'Gateway to Central Asia'? Kind of ironic considering it became a gateway to conflict instead..
- Headline: Miami Football's Rose Bowl Speculations. Impact: In a stunning display of apathy, Miami's indecision about college football contenders sparked a nationwide trend of confusion that ultimately led to a reality show where fans debate whether the end zone is a metaphor for life.. Fact: Miami, known for its sunny beaches, still manages to leave the question of football contenders to others—perhaps they thought it was too hot to handle?.
- Headline: Parking Garages Suffering From Manhattan's Single-Driver Restrictions. Impact: The decision to restrict single-driver vehicles in Manhattan sparked an underground movement of carpooling enthusiasts who now believe they're the eco-warriors of the city—because nothing says 'saving the planet' like being crammed in a minivan with five strangers.. Fact: Did you know that before 9/11, parking garages were seen as the bastions of urban life? Now they're just sad reminders of a time when driving into Manhattan didn’t require a PhD in logistics..
- Headline: Barnes & Noble Will Try to Squeeze Better Deals From Publishers. Impact: The attempt by Barnes & Noble to negotiate better deals sparked a revolution in the publishing industry, leading to a world where authors are now offering their souls in exchange for a decent contract. Next up: 'The Bargain of the Century'—a reality show about writers and their publishers.. Fact: Fun fact: Negotiating with publishers is like trying to bargain with a cat—good luck getting anywhere without a treat!.
Wall Street Time Machine
The Right Call: If you'd invested $1,000 in any one of these companies in 2001, here's what it would be worth in 2025.
Rank #3
AAPL
Apple
Price in 2001
$0.22
Value in 2025
$1,220,264
Apple - If you invested $1,000 in 2001, it would be worth $1,220,264 today (1220.3x return)
🦸 Top 5 Comics
Amazing Spider-Man #36
$200
Ultimate Spider-Man #1
$50
Batman: The Dark Knight Strikes Again #1
$50
Y: The Last Man #1
$150
American Gods #1
$25
🧸 Top 5 Toys
LEGO BIONICLE
$150.00
Nintendo Game Boy Advance
$540.00
Harry Potter Movie Merchandise (Action Figures)
$120.00
Bratz Dolls
$150.00
Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game
$100.00
🎮 Top 5 Video Games
Halo: Combat Evolved
$100.00
Grand Theft Auto III
$200.00
Super Smash Bros. Melee
$74.00
Final Fantasy X
$200.00
Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty
$25.00
⚾ Top 5 Trading Cards
Yu-Gi-Oh! Legend of Blue Eyes White Dragon - 1st Edition Blue-Eyes White Dragon
$10,000
2001 Topps Chrome Traded #T247 Ichiro Suzuki Rookie Card
$471
2001 Upper Deck Tiger Woods #1 Rookie Card
$25,100
2001 Pokémon Neo Revelation 1st Edition Holo Houndoom #8
$1,200
2001 SP Authentic Michael Jordan #MM1 Auto Jersey
$40,000