Inventions & Breakthroughs of March 2004
Gadgets, lab surprises, odd bets, and future-shocks from this slice of the calendar.
1 
Social Networking Platform (Facebook)
2 
Podcasting Technology
3 
Web-Based Email (Gmail)
4 
Online Map Navigation (Google Maps)
5 
Digital Music Store (iTunes)
6 
Wi-Fi Voice Calling
7 
Portable GPS Navigation
8 
Search Engine Autocomplete
9 
Online Travel Aggregators
10 
Medical Imaging PACS Expansion
The Sounds of
Popular recordings and roots/country selections associated with the year
HEADLINES ON March 22, 2004
Full News Archive
- Headline: Resurgence of Violence in Afghanistan. Impact: The death of the Afghan minister catalyzed a power vacuum that led to an all-you-can-eat buffet of warlords fighting for supremacy. This could have resulted in a reality TV show called 'Warlord Survivor' had cable networks been a thing back then.. Fact: Did you know that Afghanistan has been the backdrop for more failed foreign interventions than a soap opera has cliffhangers?.
- Headline: Impact of Delivery Delays in Iraq. Impact: The delays in equipping Iraqi forces resulted in a new trend: 'Guess the Equipment' became a popular game among Iraqi soldiers. Spoiler alert: they never guessed correctly.. Fact: Did you know that the Pentagon's idea of 'just-in-time delivery' could really use a lesson from your local pizza place?.
- Headline: Terror and Tactics in Europe. Impact: As Europe hunted for terrorists, they inadvertently increased the demand for leather jackets and sunglasses, leading to the rise of a trendy 'spy chic' fashion movement. Who knew counter-terrorism could be so stylish?. Fact: Did you know that blending in is now officially a required skill in Europe? Next up: 'How to Look Like a Tourist 101.'.
- Headline: AROUND THE REGIONALS. Impact: The NCAA Regional tournament results sparked a nationwide obsession with brackets, leading to office pools that would eventually fuel a multi-billion dollar gambling industry. Who knew that college basketball was the true American pastime?. Fact: Did you know that March Madness is the only time people willingly ignore their actual work responsibilities? It's like a national holiday, but with more stress and shouting at the TV..
🦸 Top 5 Comics
Astonishing X-Men #1
$50
Identity Crisis #1
$75.00
Superman/Batman #10
$6,000
Blade of the Immortal #91
$10
The Walking Dead #9
$150
🧸 Top 5 Toys
RoboSapien
$200.00
Barbie as Princess Anneliese
$75.00
Nintendo DS
$350.00
Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game
$300.00
Beyblade G-Revolution
$700.00
🎮 Top 5 Video Games
World of Warcraft
$4.25
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
$180.79
Halo 2
$370.00
Half-Life 2
$200.00
Far Cry
$50.00
⚾ Top 5 Trading Cards
2004 Upper Deck Ultimate Collection LeBron James Autographed Rookie Card
$500,000
2004 Topps Chrome Lionel Messi Rookie Card
$322,080
2004 Pokémon EX Team Rocket Returns Charizard Star
$450
2004 Topps Chrome Eli Manning Autographed Rookie Card
$1,500
2004 Magic: The Gathering Chalice of the Void (Mirrodin)
$250