Most people have never heard of Mary Kenner, yet her ideas reshaped modern period care. Her story is a reminder that some of the most important contributions to everyday life come from women who refused to give up, even when the world tried to shut them out. In the 1950s, menstrual products were unreliable and uncomfortable. Kenner saw the problem clearly and created a sanitary belt with a moisture proof pocket that finally offered real protection. It was practical, smart, and far ahead of its t

The R5-D4 action figure by Kenner, released in 1978, is a true gem in the vintage Star Wars toy line. While R5-D4 might have only had a brief appearance in A New Hope—as the malfunctioning droid on Tatooine—it earned a permanent spot in fans' hearts, and toy collections! Kenner’s version featured a red-and-white design and a head that "clicked" as it rotated, adding a touch of interactivity to playtime. Fun fact: R5-D4 was the only astromech figure in the original Kenner line besides R2-D2, maki