Tag: history

November 5, 2023 at 2:47 pm

The History Of The Diner, Who Created The First One And Why Diners Flourished In America

The History Of The Diner, Who Created The First One And Why Diners Flourished In America

The American diner is seen as a second home for many. Its welcoming doors are often open 24 hours a day, providing food, camaraderie, and comfort at any odd hour. Whether you’re clocking out from late-night shift work or getting early-morning pancakes, these timeless establishments have seemingly always been there to help. So let’s dive…

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October 23, 2023 at 3:56 pm

‘When I want a Whopper, I want it now.’ Check Out This 1993 News Report That Shows People Talking About Burger King Accepting Credit Cards

'When I want a Whopper, I want it now.' Check Out This 1993 News Report That Shows People Talking About Burger King Accepting Credit Cards

I wonder if the whole credit card thing really took off…

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October 19, 2023 at 2:26 pm

‘For 95% of history, humans worked 4 to 6 hours a day for 50% of the days of the year. ‘ A Woman Explained How Humans Are Working More Than Any Other Time In History

'For 95% of history, humans worked 4 to 6 hours a day for 50% of the days of the year. ' A Woman Explained How Humans Are Working More Than Any Other Time In History

But she might be onto something when it comes to the work thing…

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October 4, 2023 at 11:32 am

New Research Suggests There Were Only 1,300 Humans Alive Nearly 930,000 Years Ago And They Almost Went Extinct

New Research Suggests There Were Only 1,300 Humans Alive Nearly 930,000 Years Ago And They Almost Went Extinct

“A “severe bottleneck” around 930,000 years ago had the population of our human ancestors down to just about 1280 individuals.”

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October 2, 2023 at 12:43 am

‘This was so painful to watch.’ A College Student Failed A Pop History Quiz That Her Friends Gave Her

'This was so painful to watch.' A College Student Failed A Pop History Quiz That Her Friends Gave Her

Somebody has to crack a few more books…

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September 28, 2023 at 12:10 pm

The True Story of Hachiko, History’s Most Loyal Dog And How Japan Honored Him

The True Story of Hachiko, History's Most Loyal Dog And How Japan Honored Him

“The two became inseparable and Hachiko used to watch Ueno depart on the train for work…”

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September 23, 2023 at 3:16 pm

‘Why don’t we do future class where we worry about our futures?’ A Man Talked About What He Thinks Are The Top-Five Useless Things People Learn in School

'Why don’t we do future class where we worry about our futures?' A Man Talked About What He Thinks Are The Top-Five Useless Things People Learn in School

He’s got a point. Or two. Or five.

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September 6, 2023 at 11:37 am

‘Using Mapquest to download turn by turn directions’ Only Internet Veterans Will Really Remember All Of These Things

'Using Mapquest to download turn by turn directions' Only Internet Veterans Will Really Remember All Of These Things

Yep, some nostalgia for sure.

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August 25, 2023 at 6:36 pm

Is There A Hidden “Hall of Records” Underneath The Sphinx? Archaeologists Have Finally Figured It Out.

Is There A Hidden "Hall of Records" Underneath The Sphinx? Archaeologists Have Finally Figured It Out.

Is there a “Hall of Records” beneath?

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August 22, 2023 at 4:47 pm

The Hidden Historical Connections Behind Margot Robbie’s Yellow Dress in ‘Barbie’

The Hidden Historical Connections Behind Margot Robbie's Yellow Dress in 'Barbie'

The film’s fashion has a much deeper meaning than you’d think.

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