Throwback to 1997

In 1997, it seemed like everyone was talking about the movies, TV shows, and music. It was the year when Titanic sailed into theaters and stole everyone’s hearts (and made everyone cry). Meanwhile, on the small screen, we were glued to our seats watching Friends, Ally McBeal, and The X-Files. And who could forget the music? ‘Mmmbop’ by Hanson was playing on every radio station, and we couldn’t get enough of the Spice Girls and their girl power anthem. It was a year filled with iconic pop culture moments that we still can’t stop talking about.

1997

Interesting stats

Average cost of a new house

$ 123,000

Average cost of a new car

$ 16,000

Average annual income

$ 28,970

1997

Notable invention

From Weblog to Blog: The Revolutionary Online Platform of the Future

In 1997, Jorn Barger created the first weblog, a groundbreaking invention that revolutionized the way information was shared and discussed online. Barger’s weblog, a combination of “web” and “log,” provided a platform for individuals to publish their thoughts, ideas, and commentary in a public forum, giving rise to the concept of online blogging. This invention paved the way for the development of informational websites and online communities, ultimately leading to the widespread use of blogs as a means of communication and self-expression. Two years later, in 1999, Peter Merholz would further shape and popularize the term “blog,” marking a significant moment in the history of internet culture.