The Delicious History of the Diner
The history of diner dining, from their Lunch Wagon ancestors to those “We Are Happy to Serve You” take-out cups—and what the future might hold for these beloved establishments.
The history of diner dining, from their Lunch Wagon ancestors to those “We Are Happy to Serve You” take-out cups—and what the future might hold for these beloved establishments.
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Dumplings are a delicious staple that transcends borders, but how did these doughy delights rise to international fame?
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Cinefix tells the story of Mr. Stay Puft.
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Johnny Cash and Elvis Presley occasionally impersonated each other in concerts—here’s the proof.
These companies were accused (and sometimes convicted) of engaging in alleged pyramid schemes and other scams.
Some clever editing bring this archival footage into the present day.
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From tardigrades to T. Rex, this visualization puts the sizes of 150 animals into perspective.
You already know about Jane Fonda's Workout—but what about Mark Wahlberg's 'Form... Focus... Fitness'?
We can’t promise you’ll ever feel the same way about pasta, pools, or your own face.
The city that never sleeps had a lot more hats and a lot less traffic in the early 20th century.
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To see how much the high school experience has changed in the past 50 years, check out this video from the 1970s.
With 'Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves' hitting theaters, it's easy to forget the game's controversial past.
Collectively, coffee and tea have been credited as catalysts for everything from the Enlightenment to the Opium Wars.
In the minds of many people in the West, Japan is a crowded, tech-obsessed country with unfamiliar habits and unhinged game shows. But how much do those perceptions align with reality?