1990s

Pierce Brosnan Was Meant to Be James Bond. But Then He Was Meant for More

Long positioned to assume the mantle of 007, the Irish actor played the iconic character during a period of transition for the franchise. Turns out, both he and Bond were better off without each other

The Tiny Colorado Town That Became the ‘Sex Change Capital of the World’

Three hours south of Denver and located in the mountains along the Santa Fe trail, the small, semi-conservative town was home to a forward-thinking local doctor whose pioneering surgeries would change trans health care forever

‘I’ll Be Missing You’ Let the Whole World Grieve Biggie’s Murder

Did Puff Daddy shamelessly swipe ‘Every Breath You Take’ for his hit ballad? Yes, but the Police song also had a surprising emotional connection for the producer-rapper saying goodbye to his good friend

‘Smack My Bitch Up’ Was 1997’s Most Controversial Song. Then Came the Video

Everyone from NOW to Tori Amos to the Beastie Boys objected to the Prodigy’s infectious dance track that seemed to advocate violence against women. The song may now seem almost quaint, but its provocative video retains its ability to shock