Social change

18 Cultural Predictions That Never Happened

18 Cultural Predictions That Never Happened

Many cultural predictions that were once seen as certain never became reality.

14 Trends Adults Tried to Ban That Became More Popular

14 Trends Adults Tried to Ban That Became More Popular

Some trends adults once fought against only grew stronger and more popular with time.

15 Times Laws Were Changed Because of Public Outcry

15 Times Laws Were Changed Because of Public Outcry

When enough voices rise together, even the strongest laws can be rewritten.

17 Social Norms That Changed Practically Overnight

17 Social Norms That Changed Practically Overnight

Social norms have shifted rapidly in recent years, with many changes happening almost instantly.

16 Ways the World Was Simpler (And Stranger)

16 Ways the World Was Simpler (And Stranger)

Daily life in the past often involved fewer choices and slower communication, but also many customs and technologies that might seem unusual today.

20 Totally Normal Things From the ’80s That Would Cause Outrage Now

20 Totally Normal Things From the ’80s That Would Cause Outrage Now

This list shows everyday things people did in the ’80s that would likely spark outrage today.