
15 Things Teenagers Did When Their Parents Left the House in the ’70s
A look back at the funny, rebellious, quiet, and surprisingly responsible ways 1970s teenagers enjoyed a few precious hours at home without their parents.


A look back at the funny, rebellious, quiet, and surprisingly responsible ways 1970s teenagers enjoyed a few precious hours at home without their parents.

A look back at the practical, social, and memorable ways sports fans followed their favorite teams throughout the 1970s.

A nostalgic look at the practical, social, and surprisingly fun ways families beat summer heat during the 1960s.

These children’s books were banned or challenged in the past for reasons that may seem surprising today.

Many party themes from the ’90s were loud, weird, and sometimes awkward by today’s standards — and most of them wouldn’t survive a group chat today.

Terrifying, intense, and unforgettable — these ‘80s PSAs were more likely to give you nightmares than gently teach a lesson.

These strange toy commercials from the 1980s pushed boundaries in ways that wouldn’t pass modern advertising rules for kids.

Urban legends often sound like eerie tales made to scare or entertain, but some actually began with real events. Behind the chilling stories and strange rumors are moments in history that were just as bizarre.

Many trends and customs feel like they've been around since ancient times, but some are surprisingly new. What people often call "ancient" can actually be the product of clever marketing or modern creativity.
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