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The Sounds of
Popular recordings and roots/country selections associated with the year
HEADLINES ON August 9, 2007
Full News Archive
- Headline: N.Y.C. Transit Challenges Revisited. Impact: The failure of the transit system not only delayed countless commuters but also inadvertently sparked a new trend in urban hiking as people took to the streets to get to work. Who needs a subway when you can enjoy a scenic 13-mile walk?. Fact: Fun fact: New Yorkers have developed an unbreakable bond with their umbrellas, not just for rain, but for the inevitable flood of complaints about transit delays!.
- Headline: Potential Flaw Seen in Design of Fallen Bridge. Impact: This revelation triggered a nationwide reevaluation of bridge safety, inadvertently leading to the invention of inflatable bridges, which were both a safety hazard and a hilarious sight during rush hour.. Fact: Did you know that before this bridge incident, architects considered using bouncy castles as a serious alternative? The kids loved it, but the adults complained about the lack of structural integrity..
- Headline: Bush Faults Easy Money for Volatility. Impact: Bush's comments led to a bizarre new economic principle where 'easy money' became synonymous with throwing cash at problems, paving the way for a future where people literally tried to pay off their student loans with Monopoly money.. Fact: Fun fact: The phrase 'easy money' was later adopted by the fashion industry, resulting in a line of sweatpants that promised to make you feel like a million bucks without actually doing anything productive!.
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)