90s

There Is A Deeper Meaning To "Cotton-Eyed-Joe" That No One Knows

We all know the song. It played at every middle school dance we ever attended, and honestly it still plays at most weddings. "Cotton-Eyed Joe" is a foot stomping, jump-up-and-down, goofy song that makes us all get out of our chairs and onto the dance floor. Turns out, the character the classic 90s song is about actually originated a long time ago. He even predates the American Civil War! Cotton-eyed Joe has had many versions over the last century, but one thing is always the same: "If it hadn't been for Cotton-eyed Joe, I'd been married long time ago." YouTubeThe

Pop Culture

Talk About Girl Power: 'Spice World' Tour Bus Now an Airbnb Destination

If you came of age in the 1990s and early 2000s, you were likely a fan of the British girl group sensation, The Spice Girls. From fashion dolls and lollipops to sold-out concerts and a cult classic movie, these cheeky and talented women were practically everywhere. It's clear that the general public's love and adoration for Scary, Baby, Ginger, Sporty, and even Posh haven't faded with time, either; four out of five women are kicking off their stadium tour in the U.K., much to the delight of long-time fans.With the film returning to theaters for a limited engagement,

Pop Culture

Leonardo Di Caprio Can Probably Blame These Photos For His Long Oscar Drought

Leonardo DiCaprio stole our hearts in his early adult years when he played lead roles in the epic romances Romeo + Juliet and Titanic. Although DiCaprio won his first Oscar for Best Actor for the 2015 film The Revenant last year, he's blown us away with many of his previous acting roles. He's not only loved for his impeccable acting skills, but also his passion for advocating for the environment. Baby Leo with his family. GlamourClick to the next page to see more rare or funny photos of Leonardo Di Caprio over the span of his acting career. Leo's first acting

Retro

3 Summer Activities That Were Popular in the 90s

As you watch nostalgic shows that give a glimpse of 90s TV and culture, you probably notice that in many ways, society hasn't changed too much since that decade. Naturally, over the past 25 years, we've gotten away from some of the simple pleasures that delighted us in the 1990s. If you want to take a trip down memory lane, you'll enjoy reviewing the summer activities that were popular in the 90s.1. Volunteering at a HospitalDuring the summer months, you probably want to make the most of your time off if you are a student or a teacher. Alternatively,

Pop Culture

Nickelodeon May Be Old School, But This Middle-Aged Network Is Still Going Strong

In today's high-tech world, children spend more time with digital devices than ever before. Although drones are used in professional realms to conduct surveillance, ensure speedy package delivery, and tackle various construction tasks with accuracy, they're also used by young people to capture incredible images and to impress their friends -- which isn't so different from other flying toys, when you really think about it. And of course, a love of digital media among children isn't anything new, either. Although two-thirds of parents worry their children spend too much time on electronic devices (kids spend more than 7.5 hours

90s

30 Movies From The '90s You Can Watch On Netflix To Relive Your Favorite Decade

Having a movie marathon has gotten a whole lot easier since the invention of Netflix. We can pick between a bunch of awesome choices and spend the whole day watching all our favorite hits. The only problem is that sometimes picking a movie can be a little tricky. NetflixI think we can all agree that the 90s had a lot of absolutely fantastic movies. Whether you want a hilarious comedy that will make you laugh out loud, a romantic and heartwarming epic, or an exciting action movie, the 90s had something for everyone. The only difficult choice is figuring out

80s

12 Facts About 'Planes, Trains and Automobiles' That Will Remind You Why It's The Best Thanksgiving Movie

The holidays are a stressful time of year, and it all kicks off with Thanksgiving. Planes, Trains and Automobiles, is one of those movies that everyone could relate to because of the craziness we all experience during holidays. Enroute to Chicago to spend Thanksgiving with his family, intolerant businessman Neal Page, played by Steve Martin, finds his first-class plane ticket being demoted to coach where he meets obnoxious salesman Del Griffith, played by John Candy. When a sudden snowstorm in Chicago forces the plane to land in Wichita it brings Neal and Del together on a crazy adventure. The 1987

TV

'Home Improvement' Star Opens Up About Why She Turned Down $25 Million

Home Improvement was one of the biggest shows of the 90s. It helped introduce a lot of us to Tim Allen, and more importantly for all of us who were pre-teen girls at the time, Johnathon Taylor Thomas. The show was extremely popular, and was one of the weekly must-watch shows that families would gather around the TV to enjoy together. Patricia Richardson starred as Jill Taylor, Tim's wife and mother to the rest of the Taylor crew. While she admitted that she loved working on the show, the actress declined the network's offer for the ninth season. Reports suggest

Movies

21 Actors Who Were Almost Cast As Famous Characters That Will Make You Say "Wait, What?"

Casting a movie is a pretty big responsibility. If you make the right choice, the film could be a total hit, but if you choose wrong it could ruin the entire thing. GiphyHow many movies have you seen where you think of other actors who could have done it better? It seems like all your favorite actors are constantly fighting over the same parts, but they can't always win. Sometimes another actor is a better fit, while others may change their mind on the film. No matter the reasons why they didn't end up in the movie, it's got to

Retro

A perspective on popular retro-games dedicated to casinos

Everyone's definition of "retro" is different. When someone thinks of their favorite casino games, the iconic fruit-themed Vegas slot machines of the 1960s come to mind, while others remember the Las Vegas Cool Hand game for the GameBoy from the late 1990s.Casino Kid If you grew up on the NES in the late 1980s and early 90s, you may have been the envy of all your friends. While Casino Kid may not have been as popular as other NES games of the time, it was popular enough to have a sequel.In the American version of the game, the