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In 1968, Franklin Armstrong Made History—and Created Controversy—By Joining the Peanuts Gang
In 1968, a correspondence with a schoolteacher led to Charles Schulz creating the Peanuts’s first African-American character.
The Science Behind the Nearly Escape-Proof Rooms in 'Race to Escape'
All that stands between a team and a $25,000 grand prize is a series of challenges that, when solved, will unlock a door.
8 Commercials Directed by Martin Scorsese
Martin Scorsese might be best known for his gritty crime dramas and two- to four-hour-long films, he also occasionally dabbles in making short-form commercials.
13 Dangerous Facts About Jackass
Don’t try this at home.
A Forgotten Novelty Singer's High-Profile Wedding on The Tonight Show
The couple who had the most-watched wedding in America is probably not who you'd think.
6 Obscure Facts About the Noid
#1: The Noid led to a hostage situation.
20 Seinfeld References Explained for Younger Viewers
The show about nothing is full of cultural references that may be unfamiliar to younger viewers today.
How Game of Thrones Created the Epic Final Scene in "Hardhome"
Book readers and non-book readers alike were delighted by the impressive sequence.
How Small Wonder Programmed Itself Into a Hit
Nearly 35 years after its debut, Vicki the Robot and 'Small Wonder' are simultaneously remembered with fondness and outright scorn.
10 Awesomely '80s Electronic Prizes From Press Your Luck
Put away that ginormous mobile phone and revel in the glory that was 1980s technology.
A Brief History of CNN’s First Day on the Air, 35 Years Ago
The 24-hour news cycle may seem like an age-old concept. But it was popularized by CNN just 35 years ago.
7 Movie and TV Themed Restaurants Around the World
13 Truly Outrageous Facts About 'Jem'
Though it only ran for three seasons, 'Jem and the Holograms' had quite the cult following.
5 Classic Game Shows That Used To Be Different
From 'Jeopardy!' to 'The Price is Right,' the game shows we know and love have changed throughout television history.
How Betamax Was Going to Change Your Life, According to Sony
5 Things We Learned About Big Bird from Bullseye
#3: A cameraman saved him from being burned to death during taping.