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HEADLINES ON October 16, 2005
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- Headline: Difficulties in NYC Housing Delays. Impact: If Jennifer had received her apartment on time, she might have become a real estate mogul instead of just a stressed-out New Yorker. Who knows? Maybe she would have single-handedly solved the housing crisis by now.. Fact: In New York City, it's common for apartments to take longer to build than a season of your favorite show. At least binge-watching is a distraction!.
- Headline: U.S.C. Falls to Notre Dame's Resurgence. Impact: Had Notre Dame won, the Fighting Irish might have reestablished their football dominance, leading to a chain reaction of overconfident fans and an influx of shamrock-themed merchandise flooding the market.. Fact: They say victory is sweet, but have you ever tasted the bitterness of defeat with a side of overpriced nachos at a football game?.
- Headline: The Miller Case: Espionage and Media Ethics. Impact: The mishap with Valerie Plame's name led to a series of leaks and political drama that spiraled out of control, ultimately resulting in a reality show about political scandals that no one wanted to watch.. Fact: Judith Miller's notebook could have been a bestseller if only it contained more juicy gossip and fewer references to nuclear weapons. Maybe next time?.
- Headline: His Cheerleader, Win or Lose. Impact: If Vicky Fulmer had stayed for the dramatic finish, she might have inspired a trend of coaches' spouses taking over the press box, leading to a whole new reality TV genre: 'Coach Spouses of College Football.'. Fact: Leaving the press box early? A bold strategy, Vicky. Perhaps she was just trying to beat the traffic, or maybe she just couldn't take the suspense!.
- Headline: 'New Art City': Abstract Expressionism and Its Aftermath. Impact: The focus on Abstract Expressionism could have triggered a wave of modern art enthusiasts, leading to a bizarre trend of painting with unconventional materials like spaghetti and avocado toast.. Fact: Art speaks volumes, but have you ever tried to interpret a canvas splattered with paint while someone insists it's a profound statement on the nature of existence? Good luck with that!.
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Amazon - If you invested $1,000 in 2005, it would be worth $101,869 today (101.9x return)