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HEADLINES ON December 13, 2007
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- Headline: Exploring Human-Animal Connections. Impact: As humans blurred the lines with their pets, a secret society of dogs formed, deciding to take over the world one household at a time. They now control 80% of online memes, and their influence has led to the creation of 'barkitecture'—houses designed for humans with dog-like features.. Fact: Did you know that dogs have been known to manipulate their owners' emotions? It's almost like they have a PhD in 'Cuddle Psychology.'.
- Headline: Central Banks Unite Against Credit Crisis. Impact: The central banks' decision to lend billions was the spark that ignited the 'Credit Crisis Comedy Club,' where economists performed stand-up routines about how they mismanaged the economy. Attendance skyrocketed as people found humor in their financial despair, inadvertently leading to the launch of the first 'Economic Recovery Roast.'. Fact: Did you know that central bankers are often compared to wizards? They can conjure money out of thin air but can't seem to figure out how to make it last..
- Headline: As Woods Enters Prime, Time Is on His Side. Impact: Tiger Woods' rise to prominence not only transformed golf but also inadvertently led to the rise of golf influencers on social media. Now, every wannabe athlete believes they can become the next big thing simply by posting their swing on Instagram—thanks, Tiger, for the endless stream of awkward videos.. Fact: Did you know that Tiger Woods once said, 'I have a great short game'? Apparently, he was talking about his ability to escape awkward conversations at family gatherings..
- Headline: For Los Angeles Museum, a ‘Transformative’ Gift of Modernists. Impact: The transformative gift of art to the Los Angeles County Museum of Art sparked a global trend of wealthy patrons donating bizarre art pieces, leading to the infamous 'Unicorn on Roller Skates' exhibition, which baffled critics and delighted hipsters everywhere.. Fact: Fun fact: Modern art is often explained as 'a child could have done that,' yet somehow, it sells for millions. Maybe we should start offering art classes for toddlers!.
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)