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HEADLINES ON July 12, 2007
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- Headline: Northeast Faces Increased Flooding Threat. Impact: If only the Northeast had listened to this report, we might have avoided an army of ducks in tiny raincoats marching on Capitol Hill to demand climate action. But nope, here we are, one flood at a time!. Fact: Did you know that in a parallel universe, the Northeast is actually a tropical paradise? Too bad we can't just hop timelines and enjoy the sun instead of flooding!.
- Headline: Exploring Juliet Nicolson's Bloomsbury Legacy. Impact: Juliet Nicolson’s cozy little writing nest could lead to a new wave of literary geniuses—if only they don’t trip over the castle’s cobblestones on their way to fame. Sissinghurst might just become the Hogwarts for wannabe authors!. Fact: Did you know that Bloomsbury was once home to a group of intellectuals who believed they could solve the world's problems over tea? Spoiler: they didn’t..
- Headline: The Chic Evolution of Knitting. Impact: Fashion-savvy knitters could spark a revolution where high fashion and grandma’s cozy vibes collide—watch out, Paris! Soon, the runway will be a raucous blend of haute couture and woolly warmth.. Fact: Did you know that knitting was once considered a male-dominated hobby? Yep, those were the days when only grumpy uncles were allowed to wield a pair of needles!.
- Headline: Road to New Life After Katrina Is Closed to Many. Impact: The roadblocks to rebuilding New Orleans post-Katrina could lead to a future where every American is suddenly an expert on urban planning—because nothing inspires like watching your city crumble from the sidelines.. Fact: Did you know that after Katrina, the phrase 'going home' became the most elusive dream for thousands? It’s like that one game of hide and seek that never ends..
- Headline: U.P.S. Embraces High-Tech Delivery Methods. Impact: U.P.S.'s leap into high-tech delivery could lead to a future where drones are delivering pizza while humans sit around arguing about which way is up. Imagine a world where the robots take over... and still can’t find your house!. Fact: Did you know that U.P.S. once delivered a baby? Talk about a priority delivery! Next time you're waiting for your package, just remember—your items are not the only ones in transit..
Wall Street Time Machine
AMZN
Amazon
Amazon - If you invested $1,000 in 2007, it would be worth $117,189 today (117.2x return)
NFLX
Netflix
Netflix - If you invested $1,000 in 2007, it would be worth $247,275 today (247.3x return)