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    15 Retro 1980s and 1990s Gaming Setups From Tastemakers of the Time

    I can’t believe how far the world of gaming has come. If I were to try to figure out where things stand with some of these games and even how to go about playing them nowadays, it’d take me days to get to the bottom of that. Maybe. Before gaming chairs, RGB lighting, and elaborate desk arrangements, a bedroom gaming setup usually meant a bulky television, a console balanced on a shelf, and a collection of cartridges or floppy disks scattered nearby. Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, young gamers turned ordinary bedrooms into makeshift arcades, computer rooms, and multiplayer hangouts.…

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    19 Pizzas That Had All The Inspiration And No Execution

    I love pizza, but it’s easier said than done to bridge the gap between ideation and successful execution. While it’s all good and fun to let your creative fires roar…

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    15 Architecture Fails That Lost The Plot Altogether

    I don’t understand what any of the designers or architects were thinking in these scenarios. It goes to show the value of good architecture. Just because someone might be an…

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    15 Neighborhood Notes That Didn’t Get The Memo On Kindness

    Every block has a storyteller, and in December, they write notes. Tape, marker, props, and one big sigh. These messages call out late-night music, blinking reindeer, dogs’ little “gifts”, and…

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    15 Real Life Easter Eggs That People Missed

    When we think of Easter eggs, we usually picture hidden messages in movies, video games, or TV shows. But the real world is full of them, too, intentional (and sometimes…

  • Left: A black-and-white photo of astronauts in jumpsuits and caps exiting a spacecraft with smiling faces. Right: A color photo of an astronaut in a spacesuit standing beside a lunar rover on the moon's surface.

    20 Vintage Photos From NASA and Beyond

    Before the age of ultra-high-definition telescopes and deep-space probes dawned, early space photography was still able to capture the universe in its seemingly infinitely complex beauty, as it had never…

  • Left: A model in an ornate, off-shoulder embroidered gown with a full skirt. Right: A vintage black-and-white photo of two women lacing a corset, showcasing fashion from a bygone era.

    20 Absurd Fashion Trends From The Past

    Fashion has always been a fascinating reflection of society’s values, desires, and let’s be honest, its sometimes downright bizarre sense of style. From towering wigs to shoes that could double…

  • Split image: Left shows a soldier with "War is Hell" on his helmet, giving a serious look. Right depicts another soldier standing by a river, holding a rifle, with vegetation and mountains in the background. Both wear military gear.

    The War Years Reimagined: Colorized Photos From the Vietnam War

    Vietnam War photos show battlefield moments, unrest, and history with striking color, detail, and emotional weight.

  • Composite image of historic artifacts: a hand holding a rusted sword, a green glass vessel with intricate inscriptions, and an ornate dagger with its decorated sheath.

    29 Historic Artifacts That Bring the Past to Life

    From Viking rings to ancient tablets and Roman daggers, these 29 fascinating artifacts offer a direct link to the people and stories of the past.

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    39 Photos From 100 Years Ago That Put Time in Perspective

    For any of you who have been reading The Scroller, we’re absolutely obsessed with time. And particularly, the passage of time. I was born in the early 80s, which means…

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    17 George Foreman Quotes To Remember Him By

    George Foreman (January 10,1949-March 21,2025) was far more than an unforgettable, legendary boxer. He stood as an undeniable icon that was praised by many for his power in the ring,…

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    40 Photos That Show the Way We Were in the Forties

    The 1940s was a significant decade throughout history that was defined by numerous instances of impressive resilience and massive cultural change that was no doubt spurred by World War II,…

  • Left: People dressed in vintage military uniforms and civilian clothes stand near a red bus at a station. Right: A soldier in a helmet and winter gear stands in the snow, looking into the distance with a determined expression.

    The War Years Reimagined: Colorized Photos From the Forties

    The 1940s were a decade marked by war, an overriding resilience, and numerous moments of profound change, due to the events of World War II. Even though many of the…

  • Left side: A woman sits in a vintage car adjusting her high-heeled shoe. Right side: A fenced area with a sign reading "Nuclear Bomb Fallout Shelter on Display Here! Public Invited" in front of a building with a sign that says "Castaways.

    25 Photos That Show The Way We Were in the Fifties

    Take a trip back to the 1950s. It was a time of sock hops, Saturday matinees, turkey dinners in grandma’s kitchen, and the early days of television. This collection of…

  • Left image: A beluga whale swimming underwater, illuminated by sunlight. Right image: A large, red, hollow object resembling a worm lies on a sandy surface.

    19 Legends Of Cryptozoology

    Cryptozoology, the study of creatures whose existence has yet to be proven by mainstream science, has long captivated the human imagination. From the mysterious depths of the ocean to the…

  • Left side: A formation of WWII fighter planes flying over a coastline with rugged terrain. Right side: Vintage photo of aircraft engaged in combat with numerous contrails or smoke trails in the sky.

    20 Photos Of Aircraft From WWII

    World War II was a time of immense technological innovation, and the aircraft that took to the skies during this period were some of the most iconic machines ever built.…

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    Unsolved Heists: 10 Biggest Cash Crimes That Remain a Mystery

    Heist stories from real life include art museum robberies, bank vault tunnels, missing loot, and mysteries that still feel cinematic.