fifty

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Fifty years from now, people are going to be amazed that we burned these rare, useful hydrocarbons for fuel, when the sun was just sitting up there providing an essentially infinite source of energy.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

Fifty years ago this week, on April 24, 1976, the lights went down in New York’s Town Hall for the world premiere of a single piece by Steve Reich called “Music for 18 Musicians.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

Fifty years ago, Steve Wozniak knew he built a great personal computer, but the young engineer couldn’t convince his employer, Hewlett-Packard, to buy into the big idea.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

Fifty years ago, the U.S. was hit by a perfect storm of negative events that shook the nation’s economic foundations to the core.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 24, 2026

Fifty or so students lined up on the sidelines along with Stephanie, wearing the shirts.

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan