Tupperware made plastic a pop-culture sensation, but the lid is now closed
Earl S. Tupper molded plastic into a party and pop culture phenomenon. Now, an era of American consumer culture has come to an end. Tupperware Brands Inc. announced it had filed for bankruptcy on Tuesday, months after closing its last remaining U.S. factory due to financial difficulties. Boar's Head has discontinued the liverburst, a once-popular […]
On this day in history, January 26, 1979, ‘The Dukes of Hazzard’ premieres, becomes pop-culture hit
“The Dukes of Hazzard'' follows two charming “good old boys'' and “a modern-day Robin'' who escape from a corrupt local councilor in a scorching Southern-spec 1969 Dodge Charger. A one-hour television comedy about the country adventures of The Hood. It aired on television on this day in history, January 26, 1979. It defied the expectations […]