1980s

  • On the left, a penny is cut in half on a concrete surface. On the right, hands hold a yellow digital pet toy displaying a pixelated egg on its screen.
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    20 Ridiculous Things We Believed in the ’80s and ’90s

    There was something unshakably, delightfully weird about growing up during the ’80s and ’90s. The world was caught up in…

    There was something unshakably, delightfully weird about growing up during the ’80s and ’90s. The world was caught up in undergoing a radical series of changes. Whether it was something like thinking that quicksand was a literal daily threat, or…

  • Left: Person holding a large RCA camcorder on their shoulder. Right: Woman and child with a shopping cart in a supermarket aisle lined with shelves of canned goods; other shoppers in the background.
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    20 Family Traditions From The ’80s We Rarely Do Anymore

    Explore cherished 1980s family traditions that have faded over time—from camcorder recordings to nightly dinners, relive these nostalgic practices.

    Back in the 1980s, family life had a kind of charm that’s hard to replicate today. The pace was slower, the routines were simpler, and being together wasn’t something you scheduled; it just happened. We recorded songs off the radio,…

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    15 Infamous Discontinued Fast-Food Menu Items

    One of the best parts about those visits to fast food restaurants is the sense of adventure that comes from…

    One of the best parts about those visits to fast food restaurants is the sense of adventure that comes from discovering off-menu items. You’d be surprised at what kinds of bizarre meal and/or drink variations you can get at your…

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    20 Everyday Things 80s Kids Did That Are Now Obsolete

    The 1980s were a unique time to grow up, filled with a blend of technology, culture, and daily rituals that…

    The 1980s were a unique time to grow up, filled with a blend of technology, culture, and daily rituals that felt both innovative and nostalgic. From the distinctive sounds of mixtapes to the glow of tube TVs, the habits of…

  • 20 Military Photos From The Eighties

    The 1980s marked a pivotal decade for military history, where the world stood on the brink of change with the…

    The 1980s marked a pivotal decade for military history, where the world stood on the brink of change with the tension from the Cold War. From the roar of fighter jets in the skies to the moments captured on the…

  • Left side: A woman in a patterned dress holding a sign. Right side: A glamorous woman in a silver dress and sunglasses on the red carpet, accompanied by men in suits.
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    24 Fashion Icons From The 1980s That Changed The Way We Dress

    The 1980s were a time of excess, vibrancy, and unapologetic self-expression, and the fashion world reflected this dynamic energy in…

    The 1980s were a time of excess, vibrancy, and unapologetic self-expression, and the fashion world reflected this dynamic energy in every stitch. From the boldness of punk to the glitter of glam, the decade’s style was as diverse as the…