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Were the Maitlands murdered at the beginning of ‘Beetlejuice’? One fan theory says yes.
A Brief History of JNCO Jeans
When were JNCO jeans popular and how did they come to be? Discover more about the history of these ultra wide-legged pants and why they were created in the first place.
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15 of the Most Valuable G.I. Joe Collectibles From the ‘80s
From the rare Snake Eyes to the massive USS Flagg, explore the most valuable G.I. Joe toys from the 1980s that are making waves on eBay with collectors.
15 Kitchen Slang Terms You May Know From ‘The Bear’
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In the 1990s, Super Bowl halftime shows were lame. Fox decided what people needed was Jim Carrey setting himself on fire.
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Not even John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, or Ringo Starr could imagine the fandom that awaited them when they headed to the U.S. for the first time.
12 Fun Facts About ‘Blazing Saddles’
Mel Brooks’s audacious comedy was the first movie to incorporate audible flatulence (though the offending noises were muted when the film aired on television).
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Larry David has been using your favorite ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ catchphrase since long before ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ first aired.
How Nelson Mandela Helped Tracy Chapman’s “Fast Car” Become a Hit
Tracy Chapman’s 1988 classic “Fast Car” might never have risen to the near top of the charts if it wasn't for a technical mishap.
36 Larger-Than-Life Facts About André the Giant
Although a number of professional wrestlers have transcended the squared circle to become worldwide stars, few have captivated the public quite like André the Giant.
The Board Game Trial of the Century
After Ralph Anspach created an anti-monopoly game, he ended up in the middle of a controversial patent case with Parker Brothers over the history of ‘Monopoly’ itself.
Could the Average Person Be Talked Through Disarming A Nuclear Bomb?
The movies make it look easy. But if the future of our world depended on it, could you successfully work to disarm a nuclear bomb?
The Two Historical Mysteries That Inspired ‘True Detective: Night Country’
To create the newest season of ‘True Detective,’ showrunner Issa López went all the way back to 1872. And 1959.
8 Movies That Sent People Running Out of Theaters
When ushers need smelling salts, you know you've got a hit.
15 Fascinating Facts About S.E. Hinton’s ‘The Outsiders’
From the author’s inspiration to the impact on schools, here’s what you need to know about S.E. Hinton’s iconic coming-of-age novel ‘The Outsiders.’
10 of the Most Valuable American Girl Dolls and Accessories From the ‘80s and ‘90s
Looking to resell your vintage American Girl dolls and accessories? Learn more about the most valuable selections from the ‘80s and ‘90s, which could fetch a high price in today‘s collector‘s market.
The Greatest Night in Pop: 10 Facts About the Making of “We Are the World”
In the ’80s, pop music decided to take on the world’s problems. There was Band Aid, Live Aid, Farm Aid, and of course, USA for Africa's “We Are the World.”
The 100 Most Popular Baby Names From 100 Years Ago
The 1924 list of most popular baby names has a few (but not many) things in common with today's trends.
The Long, Contentious History of Prince’s “Nothing Compares 2 U”
The winding tale of “Nothing Compares 2 U” begins in 1984, when Prince wrote the song, and continues through to 2021, when Sinead O’Connor declared it “my song.”
When the Miniseries Ruled Television in the ‘70s and ‘80s
Discover the groundbreaking history of miniseries in television. From "Roots" to "Rich Man, Poor Man," these limited-run shows transformed the medium, and here‘s how.