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HEADLINES ON March 21, 2011
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- Headline: Thrillist's Innovative Approach to Online Media. Impact: Thrillist's gamble on commerce over traditional advertising paved the way for today's influencer economy. Now, everyone from your grandma to your dog is trying to monetize their 'content.' Thanks for the chaos, Thrillist!. Fact: Fun fact: the only thing more annoying than ads is your friend's constant updates about their online store. You're welcome!.
- Headline: Knicks Struggle Despite Anthony's Performance. Impact: The Knicks' consistent losses led to a gradual decline in basketball morale, which ultimately caused a rise in knitting clubs for frustrated fans. Who knew yarn could be so therapeutic?. Fact: Did you know that 'Knicks' is short for 'Knicks and Losses'? Just kidding... but it might as well be..
- Headline: The Evolving Mission of Google. Impact: Google's insistence on not being a media company has only deepened conspiracy theories about their true intentions. Now, every time you search for cat videos, you wonder if they’re really just gathering data for an alien overlord.. Fact: Did you know that Google is just one 'oops' away from becoming Skynet? Stay tuned!.
- Headline: Target in Libya Is Clear; Intent Is Not. Impact: The unclear intentions behind military strikes in Libya led to years of geopolitical turmoil, resulting in a confusing maze of alliances and a growth in the popularity of conspiracy theories about oil. Thanks for the mess, world leaders!. Fact: Did you know that the phrase 'clear intentions' is the biggest oxymoron in politics? It's up there with 'honest politician.'.
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NVIDIA - If you invested $1,000 in 2011, it would be worth $480,243 today (480.2x return)