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  • A person holds a copy of The New York Times newspaper from October 27, 1981, featuring a photo of the Twin Towers on the front page and a headline about U.S. and Britain arms talks with the Soviet Union.

    16 Things People Used to Be Able to Buy With Coins

    Discover 16 everyday things people once bought with just a few coins, from snacks and drinks to small pleasures that cost much more today.

  • A woman with voluminous reddish-brown hair stands by a glass door at night, looking out at a car arriving in the driveway.

    16 Things People Used to Do Before Having Guests Over

    Discover 16 things people used to do before having guests over, from preparing the house and setting the table to thoughtful traditions that made visits special.

  • A girl with long, frizzy hair pulls a dollar bill from her wallet while standing on a sidewalk.

    15 Things People Did Without Thinking in the 1980s That Are Rarely Done Today

    Discover 15 everyday things people did without thinking in the 1980s that have become surprisingly rare as technology and daily habits changed.

  • Two kids lie on the floor watching Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on TV, with popcorn, a drink, and toys nearby in a cozy living room filled with colorful decor.

    16 Things About the 1980s That Many People Miss Today

    Discover 16 things about the 1980s that many people still miss today, from everyday routines and entertainment to simple pleasures that defined the decade.

  • A person with long brown hair photographs a spotted deer grazing on grass near two trees in a wooded, grassy area.

    12 People Who Should Never Have Had Access to the Internet

    From epic online fails to hilariously bad decisions, these 12 people prove that not everyone should have access to the internet.