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Historical photos can be boring, and overused in telling the stories of the past. School books tend to use the same, bland photos to portray specific eras. But what about photos that stir you up, and ignite your interest? We’ve put together some of the rarest photos depicting history....
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What is known today as the Ouja Board was originally called the “talking board” in the late 1800’s, and it has turned out to become an American Culture classic and a top selling item found on store shelves. Ever since that time, there hasn’t been much change in the...
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Slang is made up of types of words and phrases regarded as informal and are more common in spoken speech rather than in writing they are often vituperative or vulgar. There are some words that were added to various dictionaries in the 1950s that were considered slang, while others...
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When talking about the marvels of technology, we definitely need to consider how significantly it transforms the way people communicate with each other. All the stuff that you have used everyday while growing up has had a significant role to play in your life in ways that you had never...
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In the history of men’s fashion, there has been no decade as adventurous as the 1970s. After years of the style scene being dominated by dark suits and conservative clothing, it was time for them to break out of that shell, and suddenly, men’s wardrobes were more colorful and...
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Although freezers in departmental stores are jam packed with frozen foods, it was not always the case until Swanson formulated their first TV dinner. Frozen foods were marketed to the public as a convenience meal and an alternative to traditional cooking. The shows and advertisements featured people happily sitting...
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The mastermind behind the classic Ford Pinto was Robert Eidschu. This groovy design captured the attention of everyone in the 70s. It started production in 1971 and continued till the end of the decade with over 3 million cars being produced. Although people were mesmerized by its gorgeous streamlined...
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The right to wear a miniskirt is easily one of the most controversial statements a woman could have made during the 1960s. During those days fashion was never really a choice for women, especially teens as opposed to now where a woman regardless of being a misses, petite, plus...
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What is the first thing that come s to your mind when you hear the name Jane Fonda? Most people hear her name and think: political activist, actress, academy award winner, BAFTA winner, model and writer. That is a whole lot of titles to be associated with, and something...
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What started the gay rights movement? Gay rights movements have become more popular in the very recent past, possibly in this millennium, but are that when it all began? Contrary to what most people think, gay rights can be traced back to 1924 when the earliest known and acknowledged...
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In the early 1960s TV shows were featured in black and white, but color started catching on in the md 1960s and by 1967, every TV show was featured in color. Below we’ve compiled a yearly breakdown of TV shows in the ’60s. Remember these classics? TV shows in...
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What are hippies and where do they come from? Although many people think that these free-spirited people who believe in love, peace, and unity would hail from their own little green planet somewhere out there in the universe, the fact is that they don’t. They are born just like...
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The 1960s marked a new era in cinematic history. Some of the greatest movies ever released were released in this era. From musicals to horrors, to westerns, the quality of scripts, acting, and cinematography saw new heights in the 60s. Do you remember seeing any of these in the cinema?...
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Movies are a great way to let loose while indoors. They’re perfect for a night of relaxing and simply offer entertainment. Although 1970 opened with Hollywood experiencing a financial and artistic depression, the decade became a creative high point in the US film industry. Restriction that had been placed...
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Were you a 1980s kid? If you weren’t, that’s cool. If you are, Dude, we were cool! We didn’t have a phone till we were in university and not only did we survive, but we enjoyed it! No ipads, no laptops, no electronic address list. A lot of reading,...
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The 1960s was a golden era especially for toys. Children had countless toys to choose from, and parents were willing to spend money on toys compared to other decades. This totaled with big families led to an influx of cash streaming into the toy industry. Anybody invested in the...
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Toys toys toys. Every child loves toys, and hey, even adults love some toys. That’s why we are going to feature some toys from the 1970s that every child knows and loves. Atari 2600 In all of toy history, the Atari 2600 console was the one that truly introduced...
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When were gamers actually born? What started the video game craze that everyone is so hyped up about? Most people tend to think that Pong in ’72 is what birthed the whole video game craze, but that is not it. However, almost a whole decade earlier, Spacewar! had pooped into...
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Remember when cars were fast, sexy, and reliable? Us too. We’ve put together some of the greatest sports cars of the 50s, all in one place for you to check out. Get ready for some serious reminiscing and nostalgia! From manufacturers that are no longer with us to models...
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It is not simply football fans who will be tuning into Super Bowl 50 on February 7th, as the line-up of insanely expensive commercial spots has turned out to hold the same amount of a fascination as the game itself! The price of a 30 second slot in this prime TV time, has been...
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We were all kids at one point. Regardless of the decade you were born in, your gender, or anything really, toys were the ultimate discussion topic growing up. The most popular toys are constantly changing, with advancements in technology and innovation making this possible. The toys your parents played...
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A picture says a thousand words. We’ve all heard the expression time and time again. It can be used to describe photographs that capture a child’s pure joy, somber expressions at a funeral, secret looks passed between lovers. But sometimes photos capture such heart-wrenching tragedy that no words or expression...
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Source: Catherine Edelman Gallery You think the above photo is Andy Warhol? You’d better think again! Although at first glance you’d be forgiven for thinking that. For his latest project renowned photographer, Sandro Miller, has collaborated with acclaimed actor, John Malkovich, to recreate famous photographs from history, this time...
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It’s very easy to become obsessed with various unsolved mysteries in the world. Many people like to think that everything that doesn’t have an answer can eventually be solved or figured out, but that is simply just not true. Consider these 24 mysteries, for example – they’ve been mysteries...
Historical photos can be boring, and overused in telling the stories of the past. School books tend to use the same, bland photos to portray specific eras. But what about photos that stir you up, and ignite your interest? We’ve put together some of the rarest photos depicting history....
What is known today as the Ouja Board was originally called the “talking board” in the late 1800’s, and it has turned out to become an American Culture classic and a top selling item found on store shelves. Ever since that time, there hasn’t been much change in the...
Slang is made up of types of words and phrases regarded as informal and are more common in spoken speech rather than in writing they are often vituperative or vulgar. There are some words that were added to various dictionaries in the 1950s that were considered slang, while others...
When talking about the marvels of technology, we definitely need to consider how significantly it transforms the way people communicate with each other. All the stuff that you have used everyday while growing up has had a significant role to play in your life in ways that you had never...
In the history of men’s fashion, there has been no decade as adventurous as the 1970s. After years of the style scene being dominated by dark suits and conservative clothing, it was time for them to break out of that shell, and suddenly, men’s wardrobes were more colorful and...
Although freezers in departmental stores are jam packed with frozen foods, it was not always the case until Swanson formulated their first TV dinner. Frozen foods were marketed to the public as a convenience meal and an alternative to traditional cooking. The shows and advertisements featured people happily sitting...
The mastermind behind the classic Ford Pinto was Robert Eidschu. This groovy design captured the attention of everyone in the 70s. It started production in 1971 and continued till the end of the decade with over 3 million cars being produced. Although people were mesmerized by its gorgeous streamlined...
The right to wear a miniskirt is easily one of the most controversial statements a woman could have made during the 1960s. During those days fashion was never really a choice for women, especially teens as opposed to now where a woman regardless of being a misses, petite, plus...
What is the first thing that come s to your mind when you hear the name Jane Fonda? Most people hear her name and think: political activist, actress, academy award winner, BAFTA winner, model and writer. That is a whole lot of titles to be associated with, and something...
What started the gay rights movement? Gay rights movements have become more popular in the very recent past, possibly in this millennium, but are that when it all began? Contrary to what most people think, gay rights can be traced back to 1924 when the earliest known and acknowledged...
In the early 1960s TV shows were featured in black and white, but color started catching on in the md 1960s and by 1967, every TV show was featured in color. Below we’ve compiled a yearly breakdown of TV shows in the ’60s. Remember these classics? TV shows in...
What are hippies and where do they come from? Although many people think that these free-spirited people who believe in love, peace, and unity would hail from their own little green planet somewhere out there in the universe, the fact is that they don’t. They are born just like...
The 1960s marked a new era in cinematic history. Some of the greatest movies ever released were released in this era. From musicals to horrors, to westerns, the quality of scripts, acting, and cinematography saw new heights in the 60s. Do you remember seeing any of these in the cinema?...
Movies are a great way to let loose while indoors. They’re perfect for a night of relaxing and simply offer entertainment. Although 1970 opened with Hollywood experiencing a financial and artistic depression, the decade became a creative high point in the US film industry. Restriction that had been placed...
Were you a 1980s kid? If you weren’t, that’s cool. If you are, Dude, we were cool! We didn’t have a phone till we were in university and not only did we survive, but we enjoyed it! No ipads, no laptops, no electronic address list. A lot of reading,...
The 1960s was a golden era especially for toys. Children had countless toys to choose from, and parents were willing to spend money on toys compared to other decades. This totaled with big families led to an influx of cash streaming into the toy industry. Anybody invested in the...
Toys toys toys. Every child loves toys, and hey, even adults love some toys. That’s why we are going to feature some toys from the 1970s that every child knows and loves. Atari 2600 In all of toy history, the Atari 2600 console was the one that truly introduced...
When were gamers actually born? What started the video game craze that everyone is so hyped up about? Most people tend to think that Pong in ’72 is what birthed the whole video game craze, but that is not it. However, almost a whole decade earlier, Spacewar! had pooped into...
Remember when cars were fast, sexy, and reliable? Us too. We’ve put together some of the greatest sports cars of the 50s, all in one place for you to check out. Get ready for some serious reminiscing and nostalgia! From manufacturers that are no longer with us to models...
It is not simply football fans who will be tuning into Super Bowl 50 on February 7th, as the line-up of insanely expensive commercial spots has turned out to hold the same amount of a fascination as the game itself! The price of a 30 second slot in this prime TV time, has been...
We were all kids at one point. Regardless of the decade you were born in, your gender, or anything really, toys were the ultimate discussion topic growing up. The most popular toys are constantly changing, with advancements in technology and innovation making this possible. The toys your parents played...
A picture says a thousand words. We’ve all heard the expression time and time again. It can be used to describe photographs that capture a child’s pure joy, somber expressions at a funeral, secret looks passed between lovers. But sometimes photos capture such heart-wrenching tragedy that no words or expression...
Source: Catherine Edelman Gallery You think the above photo is Andy Warhol? You’d better think again! Although at first glance you’d be forgiven for thinking that. For his latest project renowned photographer, Sandro Miller, has collaborated with acclaimed actor, John Malkovich, to recreate famous photographs from history, this time...
It’s very easy to become obsessed with various unsolved mysteries in the world. Many people like to think that everything that doesn’t have an answer can eventually be solved or figured out, but that is simply just not true. Consider these 24 mysteries, for example – they’ve been mysteries...