Gadgets, lab surprises, odd bets, and future-shocks from this slice of the calendar.
The Sounds of
Popular recordings and roots/country selections associated with the year
HEADLINES ON August 7, 2010
Full News Archive
- Headline: Isiah Thomas Returns to the Knicks. Impact: Isiah Thomas returning to the Knicks set off a chain reaction where every failed athlete believed they could have a glorious second act, leading to a reality show about ex-players trying to relive their glory days—thank you, society!. Fact: Did you know that sometimes, the sequel is worse than the original? Just like those awkward family reunions!.
- Headline: Greenspan Advocates for Tax Cuts Repeal. Impact: Greenspan's call to repeal the Bush tax cuts sent shockwaves through the financial world, leading to a series of economic policies that eventually resulted in everyone needing a side hustle just to afford avocado toast.. Fact: Fun fact: If you had invested a dollar every time someone said 'financial crisis' in the last two decades, you'd still be broke!.
- Headline: Watergate Becomes Sore Point at Nixon Library. Impact: The Watergate exhibit at the Nixon Library sparked a debate that would lead to the rise of political documentaries, ultimately creating a generation obsessed with scandals and conspiracy theories—thanks, Watergate, for Netflix's true crime section!. Fact: Loyalty is great and all, but denying history? That's a whole new level of dedication!.
- Headline: A Man With Muffin Secrets, but No Job With Them. Impact: The battle over the muffin recipe led to a new wave of corporate espionage focused on food secrets, resulting in the world's first 'Muffin Wars'—an underground market where bakers risk it all for the perfect raisin scone recipe.. Fact: Ever thought a muffin could be a hot commodity? Welcome to the future, where baking is the new black market!.
Wall Street Time Machine
TSLA
Tesla
Tesla - If you invested $1,000 in 2010, it would be worth $303,497 today (303.5x return)
NVDA
NVIDIA
NVIDIA - If you invested $1,000 in 2010, it would be worth $410,895 today (410.9x return)