1. Talking to Strangers in Line In many parts of the U.S., striking up a conversation while waiting in line is totally normal. Whether it’s small talk at the grocery store or chatting with someone at the post office, Americans […]

1. Lard Back in the day, a big tin of lard sat proudly on many kitchen counters, ready to be scooped into a cast iron skillet for frying just about everything. From crispy fried chicken to flaky pie crusts, lard

1. Fanny Packs Back in the ’80s, fanny packs were a must-have accessory for any schoolkid. These handy little bags allowed you to carry your essentials while keeping your hands free for more important things—like trading stickers or trying to

1. Talking Loudly in Public Spaces Americans aren’t necessarily trying to be rude when they speak loudly, but it’s a habit that can turn heads abroad—and not in a good way. In many countries, especially in Europe and parts of

1. Chuck Cunningham on Happy Days Chuck Cunningham was Richie’s older brother on Happy Days, but you wouldn’t know it if you only caught the later seasons. Originally played by Gavan O’Herlihy and then briefly by Randolph Roberts, Chuck quietly

1. Lysol Disinfectant as a Feminine Hygiene Product It’s hard to believe today, but for decades Lysol wasn’t just marketed for cleaning toilets or kitchen counters. In the early-to-mid 20th century, it was advertised to women as a feminine hygiene

1. The Game of Life Was Originally a Morality Lesson When you spun that wheel in The Game of Life, it probably felt like a lighthearted ride through adult milestones. But the original version, created by Milton Bradley in 1860,