Throwback to 1990

The year 1990 was a wild ride for pop culture. Movies like “Ghost,” “Goodfellas,” and “Home Alone” had everyone talking, while TV was dominated by shows like “Twin Peaks,” “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,” and “The Simpsons.” And let’s not forget the music scene – bands like Nirvana and the Red Hot Chili Peppers were just starting to make waves, while hit songs from the likes of Madonna, MC Hammer, and Janet Jackson were on everyone’s lips. It was a year of iconic moments and trends that still resonate today.

1990

Interesting stats

Average cost of a new house

$ 123,000

Average cost of a new car

$ 16,000

Average annual income

$ 28,970

1990

Notable invention

Archie: The Revolutionary Search Engine of the 90s

In 1990, the first search engine “Archie” was created by Alan Emtage, a student at McGill University in Montreal. This revolutionary invention paved the way for the future of the internet, allowing users to easily search and find information on the rapidly expanding world wide web. Archie’s creation marked a significant milestone in the history of technology, as it made the vast amount of information available online more accessible and manageable for users. Emtage’s innovative contribution to the development of the internet has had a lasting impact on the way we navigate and interact with the digital world.