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Comparing the Best NFL Teams of the 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s’

By Emma C
As a football fan, you can't help but get nostalgic for the golden era of the NFL. The 80s, 90s, and 2000s were an exciting time for the league, with some of the greatest teams to ever grace the gridiron. From legendary coaches to unforgettable players, these teams left an indelible mark on the history of the NFL. In this article, we'll take a trip down memory lane and compare the best NFL teams of the 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s.The Best NFL Teams of the 1980sThe 80s were a decade of dominance for a few select teams. The San

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7 Best Movies About Writers: Recommendations from an Essay Writer

By Emma C
Have you watched any movies about writers? If not, you definitely should.Such movies can boost your writing skills and provide you the strength to not give up. They give you insights into the life of authors, who also face adversities and must overcome their struggles. There is something about watching a character face the same problems you do and say things you want to hear. Moreover, watching their writing process can be an eye-opening experience that will help you build rewarding habits and develop your own skills.Many professional essay writers watch movies that chronicle the stories of authors.

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What Are the Biggest Rock Songs in the '80s?

By Emma C
The '80s were a magical time for rock music. It was a decade of big hair, big hooks, and big rockers.Some of the biggest hits of the '80s came from rock bands like Journey, Bon Jovi, and Def Leppard. These bands defined an era with their anthemic songs about love, loss, and redemption.Here are some of the biggest rock songs of the '80s to check your musical knowledge:1. "Don't Stop Believin'" by JourneyReleased in 1981, "Don't Stop Believin'" is one of the most iconic rock songs of the '80s. It's a power ballad about following your dreams,

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Top Three Casino Movies From The Eighties

By Emma C
The eighties were a fine time for blockbuster movies. Some of the most innovative, memorable cinematic triumphs arrived, many of which are still being franchised and remade today. Throughout its many genres, the themes of wins and losses in the casino have remained a big narrative lure. Below, we pick out our favorite gambling movies from the decade. The Big TownThe Big Town is one of the lesser-known casino movies from the decade. It fuses several genres, including film noir and classic thriller. Matt Dillon plays the lead character, J C Cullen, who comes to the big city to find

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We Haven't Seen The Ingalls Family In 35 Years, Here's What The Cast Of "Little House On The Prairie" Look Like Now

By Tanya
Little House on the Prairie ran for 9 seasons and had an enormous fan base. The show reminded us all of a simpler time, but also had such an awesome family that we all became incredibly attached to. NBCThe show was on between 1974 and 1983, and even though it has been off the air for almost 35 years, people still remember the Ingalls family fondly. What have they all been up to since the show ended? Alison Arngrim - Nellie OlesonNBCArngrim took a long break from acting shortly after Little House on the Prairie ended. She didn't act on

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Indiana Jones: An Influential Throwback from the 80s

By Emma C
Back in 1981, George Lucas and Steven Spielberg’s Raiders of the Lost Ark introduced the world to Professor Indiana Jones. What started with a successful action romp eventually turned into a pop culture staple. With the release of 1984’s prequel, The Temple of Doom, and the 1989 sequel, The Last Crusade, audiences around the world glommed on to the action hero.However, 2008’s The Kingdom of the Crystal Skull wasn’t a blockbuster hit for fans or critics. As with many reworks of mega-popular hits, audiences are holding out hope for the fifth and final project. Still

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Why Music Was Better in the 80s

By Emma C
It should be evident and apparent by now. There should be no question about it. Nobody should ever call it into question. Music was simply better in the 1980s. While the 1970s disco provided a good warmup act and the grunge and pop of the 1990s were a decent follow up, there’s just no beating the music of the 80s. The sound was better, the costumes were flashier and the whole scene was just brimming with talent and drama. Whilst there have been a number of different things to have significantly improved since the 80s, including TV shows and

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Old Technology Still Used In Schools Today

By Emma C
Many college students today take it for granted that technology is there for them. It is the way that many of us have grown up. The Industrial Revolution and the technology revolution has been in existence for over a century, with IBM having been a unique business since just after the Great Depression.Still, every good school goes by the mindset that if it isn’t broken, don’t fix it. So we are still seeing a lot of old technology still used in schools today because it works. Learn more about some of those tools here.The Fax MachineThe

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'80s-Inspired Movie Night With Your Friends

By Emma C
Are you up for some Saturday Night Fever? - Well, that's a seventies’ movie. But how about calling your friends and organizing an '80s-inspired Saturday movie night? It can be as equally fun as going out. And here's the list of movies you could watch. Working Girl (1988)Working Girl is a romantic comedy starring Melanie Griffith. Harrison Ford, and Sigourney Weaver. Mike Nichols was in charge of directing while Kevin Wade worked on a script. The story follows a young and ambitious woman paving her way in the corporate world. In parallel with her nine-to-five job as a secretary,

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The Most Popular Vacation Spots of the 80s

By Emma C
Despite what Hollywood would have you believe, real-life holidays did not always include a trip to Wally World or a 50s style back to the future experience.In reality, a vacation in the 1980s looked like a modern vacation but without the SPF. On the home front, employed Americans took more vacation time than their modern-day counterparts and undoubtedly found it much easier to unwind. So it's more important to your health than ever to take a vacation and make it as memorable as possible.Just because the 1980s are a few decades in the past doesn't mean we can't
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