History

1980s
6 Mar

39 Ultimate Facts About The 1980s

The 1980s is known as the “greed decade” and made quite a mark in history. It was the decade of big hair, two-pound cell phones, neon colours, shoulder pads, the Cold War, Rubik’s cubes, Air Jordans, Pac Man… The list is endless! It continues with the lifestyle cults from poppers to punks, from new-wave to …
1990s
4 Mar

39 Ultimate Facts About The 1990s

Every decade has its ups and downs, its treasure chest of serious but also wacky moments. The 1990s are no different! They’re often remembered as being (relatively) peaceful. The quality of television radically improved. “Seinfeld” and “The Simpsons” reached their popularity in the 90s along with “Friends,” “Beverly Hills, 90210” and “NYPD Blue.” In feature …
facts about the 2000s
1 Mar

37 Ultimate Facts About The 2000s

The 2000s was the decade of the New Millennium, meaning many new breakthroughs were expected to happen within this decade. Nevertheless, the 2000s were probably one of the last romantic decades, when we still had time for old and new friends and acquaintances, when the thrill of meeting someone new was always in the air. …
smallpox
29 Feb

What Happened in 1980?

It was the first year of the 80s, and no one truly knew what this incredible decade would bring! From intriguing music and iconic fashion to world-changing events and political drama – this was the start of a decade looked upon fondly and with some controversy, too. But, what happened this very first year of …
french guillotine
28 Feb

What Happened in 1981?

We are now well and officially into the 80s, and let’s face it, the hair is already wild, the clothes are very much neon, and the radio has some of the biggest hits of all time thumping out of the boombox. But, of course, the 80s brought more than just cultural phenomena. For example, here …
CDP-101
23 Feb

What Happened in 1982?

1982 was a year in which probably plenty of you out there were born – and while that’s a momentous enough occasion, it’s also one of the most eye-opening years on the political and social stages worldwide. The start of the 80s was a very exciting yet scary time for people all over the world …
Emmanuel Macron
22 Feb

10 Statesmanlike Facts About Emmanuel Macron

The name Emmanuel Macron should ring a bell for most Europeans, but just in case it doesn’t, he is the current President of France at the time of writing. Currently serving his second term as president, he not only leads France, but is a voice at the forefront of European decision-making. So, it is only …
Pioneer 10
21 Feb

What Happened in 1983?

When we think of the 80s, we all tend to think of it as a whole. One, big, eventful decade! But, it’s important to remember that each year brought its own changes to the decade – and ‘83 was just a step forward during the “time that fashion forgot.” 1983 was a year during which …
original Macintosh computer
20 Feb

What Happened in 1984?

It’s 1984, and we’re all wondering what Love’s Got To Do With It, and we’re getting Footloose! It was a great year for music, films, and fashion. But, as with all years, it was also a 12-month period tinged with drama and tragedy. And, as always, we’re here to break it all down for you, …
columbus
19 Feb

11 Adventurous Facts About Christopher Columbus

Christopher Columbus was easily one of the most famous figures in history. Known for making world-changing discoveries and for playing a significant role in the conquering of the Americas, he is not someone history will soon forget. But how much do you know about this famous explorer? Here are some fun facts about Christopher Columbus. …
Japan Airlines Flight 123
19 Feb

What Happened in 1985?

1985 was smack-dab in the middle of a decade full of wild fashion, catchy music, and amazing movies. However, for many people, it was also a tense and scary time – as tensions between the US and Russia were high, and nuclear war remained a very real possibility. However, there’s more than just Cold War …
weeping woman
16 Feb

What Happened in 1986?

1986 brought us all so much in terms of music and cinema, fashion, and design, but also in the political world. Some big changes occurred in 1986, and while many of you might not have been around to witness them at the time, these are big events we’re still feeling to this day. Whether or …
Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty
15 Feb

What Happened in 1987?

The year is 1987; there were bright colours everywhere, leg warmers, and dance music is starting to take over the charts. It was also a time of tension and concern, particularly as the Cold War between the US and the USSR reverberated. 1987 was a year worth remembering for plenty of different reasons – however, …
Soviet-Afghan War
14 Feb

What Happened in 1988?

1988 was a huge year for many of us, even for those of us who weren’t there! From important births of people who added wonder to our lives, and tragic celebrity losses – it’s a year that’s worth looking back on for many reasons. It’s also a year of massive societal and technological developments – …
call queue
13 Feb

What Happened in 1989?

1989 is a pretty pivotal year for millions of us all over the world. It was the end of an era – the 80s, the decade that fashion arguably forgot – and it’s highly popular with fans of a certain musical sensation (hint: it’s Taylor Swift). However, there’s more than just music and fashion to …