1. Riding in Cars Without Seat Belts Back in the ’60s, piling into the family car without seat belts wasn’t just common, it was expected. Kids would sprawl out in the backseat or even nap on the ledge under the […]
1. Women Had to Be a Certain Size Back in the golden age of Hollywood, actresses were expected to fit into a very narrow standard of beauty—literally. Studio contracts often had strict weight clauses, and if an actress gained even
1. JFK Almost Chose a Different Route in Dallas On November 22, 1963, President John F. Kennedy’s motorcade route in Dallas was a matter of debate until just days before his visit. One suggested plan skipped Dealey Plaza entirely, taking
1. Bowling Ball House – Safety Harbor, Florida At first glance, this quiet residential neighborhood doesn’t look like it’s hiding anything particularly special. But if you happen to wander a little deeper into Safety Harbor, you’ll stumble across a front
1. Talking About Mental Health Back in the 1950s, discussing mental health wasn’t just rare, it was downright taboo. If someone was struggling with anxiety, depression, or anything else under that umbrella, it was often kept quiet or brushed under
1. Cocaine Toothache Drops In the late 1800s, if you had a toothache, you might’ve reached for a little bottle of cocaine drops. Not only were they legal, they were also marketed as safe and effective for both adults and
1. Turmeric for Inflammation Turmeric has been used in Indian Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years, often as a go-to remedy for joint pain, digestive issues, and skin conditions. That golden-yellow spice in your pantry isn’t just there to flavor
