1. Bloodletting for Almost Everything For centuries, doctors believed that most illnesses were caused by an imbalance of bodily “humors” and that draining blood could restore health. Patients with fevers, headaches, or even minor ailments were often subjected to having […]

1. IBM Selectric Typewriter Before computers took over, the IBM Selectric was the crown jewel of the office. Instead of individual keys striking the paper, it used a typeball that rotated and tilted to the right character, making typing smoother

1. Taco Bell’s Beefy Crunch Burrito Taco Bell’s Beefy Crunch Burrito was a fan favorite, but it didn’t last long on the menu. Packed with seasoned beef, Flamin’ Hot Fritos, and a creamy ranch sauce, it was a bold attempt

1. Candy Cigarettes At first glance, candy cigarettes seemed like harmless fun, letting kids pretend they were just like the grown-ups. They were chalky sticks of sugar, often dusted with a fine powder to mimic smoke when you exhaled. Some

1. Hovertrains In the 1960s and ’70s, hovertrains seemed like they were about to replace traditional rail travel. These futuristic vehicles used air cushions to glide above tracks, promising smoother, faster rides with less maintenance. France’s Aérotrain project even hit

1. Lawn Darts (Jarts) Back in the ’70s and ’80s, lawn darts were a staple of backyard barbecues. They were basically oversized darts with metal tips that you’d toss toward a plastic ring on the grass. Sounds harmless enough—until you

1. New Coke In 1985, Coca-Cola decided to mess with perfection and introduced New Coke, replacing the original formula that had been around for nearly a century. The backlash was immediate and intense, with fans hoarding cans of the old