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HEADLINES ON August 16, 2003
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- Headline: Businesses Thrived Amid NYC Blackout. Impact: The blackout led to a surge in street vendor popularity, which ultimately led to the establishment of 'Gourmet Street Food' and a global obsession with artisanal hot dogs. Who knew a few extra payphones could change culinary history?. Fact: Did you know that many of those street vendors later became the primary suppliers for hipster brunch spots? Yes, nothing says 'I love New York' like overpriced avocado toast from a guy who once sold pretzels!.
- Headline: Data Recovery Thrives During Blackout. Impact: The rise of data recovery companies post-blackout led to an explosion of tech startups, resulting in today's app culture where there’s an app for everything—including apps to help you find apps. Yes, we are that advanced.. Fact: Did you know that IBM's diesel generators were so reliable that they inspired conspiracy theories about them secretly being powered by unicorn tears? Because who wouldn’t want to believe that?.
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Apple - If you invested $1,000 in 2003, it would be worth $1,226,446 today (1226.4x return)