History & Culture

We often look at traditions from other cultures, past and present, with a critical eye. We think, “That’s weird,” when watching National Geographic specials about … Read more

When poor folks complain about their lot in life, onlookers often inspect their choices, grabbing onto anything they can put the blame directly into the … Read more

Thousands of little girls spend their childhoods dreaming of their fantasy wedding. She’ll be a glowing bride surrounded by her loved ones and ready to … Read more

Legality only tells you if you will go to jail for doing something. It has nothing to do with whether a behavior is socially acceptable.  … Read more

Some companies can’t help but self-implode. As they eye ever-increasing profits, they abandon the things customers love, becoming ugly shells of their previous glory no … Read more

As culture changes, so do traditions. It’s not always for the better, though. These 12 habits are swiftly disappearing, but we wish they’d triumphantly return! … Read more

As society develops, technology improves, and standards change, each generation gets sold a handful of lies that they all believe as absolute truth.  That is … Read more

As the bride and groom head down the aisle to say their “I dos,” they may not realize how many wedding traditions exist due to … Read more

Snake Oil Salesmen of Yore tricked countless unsuspected customers into buying useless products. Though the wares have changed, the tactic remains. Here are some of … Read more

Most consumer experiences are a nightmare. We must wait in long lines while dealing with rude staff to get what we need. But some actually … Read more