1. Knocker-Upper In the days before alarm clocks, some people relied on a “knocker-upper” to ensure they woke up on time. This job involved walking the streets in the early morning hours, tapping on windows with a long stick or […]

1. Breaking a Mirror Brings Seven Years of Bad Luck The superstition surrounding broken mirrors has its roots in ancient Roman beliefs, where mirrors were thought to reflect not just your image, but also your soul. In those days, it

1. Bathing in Lard Back in the 18th and 19th centuries, people would use lard as a form of skincare. The belief was that it helped moisturize the skin and maintain a healthy glow. It was a common practice in

1. Bubble Gum Cigars Do you remember the thrill of pretending to be an adult with those bubble gum cigars? These candies, wrapped in paper to mimic the real thing, were a staple of birthday parties and holiday stockings. With

1. Heart Attack Grill – Hospital Gown Dining with a Side of Spankings Opened in 2005, the Heart Attack Grill in Las Vegas became notorious for its over-the-top concept. The menu offered items like the “Triple Bypass” and “Octuple Bypass”

1. Driving Cars Mennonites, especially those who are part of the more progressive branches, often use cars for transportation, which is a practice strictly forbidden by the Amish. For the Amish, using cars represents a potential for too much attachment

1. All in the Family – “The Day After” “The Day After” is a hauntingly memorable episode of All in the Family that was so controversial, it was pulled from syndication. The episode aired in 1976 and depicted an emotional