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- Headline: Return of Audrey II in Little Shop. Impact: Audrey II's return not only revitalized the musical scene but also instigated a bizarre cult following of plant lovers who believe that nurturing their houseplants could summon a carnivorous companion. Who knew that horticulture could lead to possible world domination?. Fact: Fun fact: Little Shop of Horrors was almost titled 'Little Shop of Houseplants.' Just kidding—nobody would take that seriously..
- Headline: Hedge Trader Guilty in Market Manipulation Case. Impact: Markowitz's guilty plea sent shockwaves through the financial world, leading to a wave of hedge fund managers in panic over their questionable practices. This prompted the birth of 'Hedge Fund Confessional', a podcast where traders share their deepest, darkest secrets—like that time they traded their lunch for a stock tip.. Fact: Did you know that if you whisper 'market manipulation' three times in front of a hedge fund manager, they will vanish in a puff of smoke? Just kidding, they prefer to stick around for the next scandal..
- Headline: Sexual Accusations Prompt an Apology By Schwarzenegger. Impact: Schwarzenegger's apology not only shifted public perception of political figures but also inspired a new genre of 'Oops, My Bad' memoirs from other celebrities. This led to an unforeseen rise in ghostwriters and a decline in actual accountability—because writing a confession is much easier than actually changing behavior.. Fact: Did you know that Arnold Schwarzenegger's favorite vegetable is actually a 'groping' zucchini? Just kidding... (or am I?).
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Apple - If you invested $1,000 in 2003, it would be worth $1,226,446 today (1226.4x return)