In an iconic 1975 clip, a teenage Michael Jackson stuns Cher during hypnotic robot dance duet

The clip marks a turning point in Michael Jackson's iconic public persona.

By Tod Perry

One of the most distinctive aspects of Michael Jackson's mega-stardom was that he grew up almost entirely in the public eye. He began performing with his brothers at age five and remained a significant figure in American pop culture until he died in 2009.

He burst onto the scene as a child with an incredibly soulful voice. He became an electrifying performer as a teen before rocketing to superstardom at 20 with the release of his first solo album, 1979's Off the Wall. One of the pivotal moments when the public witnessed this transformation came in 1975, when 16-year-old Michael performed with his brothers, The Jackson 5, on The Cher Show.

The Jackson 5 and Cher performed a medley of the band's biggest hits, including "I Want You Back," "I'll Be There," and "Never Can Say Goodbye." But the most memorable moment came when Michael and his brothers broke into the robot dance during "Dancing Machine," and Cher did her best to keep up.

Why more Millennials are going 'chronically offline' and turning back to analog experiences

"We're going back to having conversations in person in coffee shops, okay."

By Jacalyn Wetzel

Millennials have a unique experience of growing up with an analog childhood and digital adolescence. Most Millennials have vivid recollections of Saturday morning cartoons and portable CD players. It was a time when people bought something once and owned it until it broke or became obsolete.

While the generation is known for its ease with technology and constant change, many are now ditching it. Instead of being chronically online, Millennials are choosing to go "chronically offline," trading the digital world for tangible experiences. One of the group's biggest complaints about technology is how expensive everything has become. Almost everything now requires a monthly subscription, with even basic photo and video storage costing extra.

For some Millennials, simply existing has become a subscription-based experience, and they've had enough.

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Stop struggling with awkward eye contact by using the 'Triangle Method'

This will make your next conversation a lot more comfortable.

By Tod Perry

Being good at making eye contact is a key factor in a successful social and professional life. It's a make-or-break skill because good eye contact can make you seem likable, while poor eye contact can make you appear shifty. "Eye contact produces a powerful, subconscious sense of connection that extends even to drawn or photographed eyes," according to Forbes.

Studies show that maintaining good eye contact conveys trust, empathy, and social connection. Difficulty maintaining eye contact can create discomfort, distrust, and disconnection. However, maintaining eye contact with others can be uncomfortable, especially for neurologically atypical people.

As MTV begins shutting down music-only channels, people discuss what the 'final video' should be

"TikTok Killed the Video Star"

By Cecily Knobler

On August 1, 1981, gaggles of Gen X-ers gathered around TV sets in the U.S. (and later around the world) to watch the launch of something about which many had only dreamed. No, it wasn't our own 80s-inspired moon landing. It was the MTV (Music Television) channel, which was set to show music videos on a 24/7 cycle. Much like the 1969 moon launch (which MTV features in its logos), it was an opportunity for a new generation to celebrate something, frankly quite cool.

Their first music video? Aptly, "Video Killed the Radio Star" by the Buggles. (Second was Pat Benatar's "You Better Run," followed by Rod Stewart's "She Won't Dance with Me.") My best friend and I watched for hours as David Bowie, Elvis Costello, The Cars, Duran Duran and many others took the channel by storm. For decades, it brought musical legends together, evolving both musically and artistically—gathering big-name directors to bring music to life. Over the years, there were spin-offs, reality TV programming, and award shows, cementing MTV as one of the biggest elements of the Gen X zeitgeist.