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fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago
SF LGBT

My Friend Embarrassed Me at School. How I Got Him Back Is Still the Stuff of Legend.

Young love can be complicated and unrequited, especially for LGBTQ youth in restrictive environments.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
SF LGBT

I thought it was being gay that made my life so difficult. Then, at 50, I got an eye-opening diagnosis

The author reflects on growing up as a gay individual in the 1980s, facing bullying and internal struggles with identity and anxiety.
SF LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

I thought it was being gay that made my life so difficult. Then, at 50, I got an eye-opening diagnosis

The author reflects on growing up as a gay individual in the 1980s, facing bullying and internal struggles with identity and anxiety.
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Techie nearly died installing a power cord for the NSA

A faulty logic analyzer led to a dangerous car crash and intense security measures at the NSA.
#film
Television
frompitchfork.com
2 weeks ago

Netflix Shares First Teaser Video for Stranger Things' Final Season

Stranger Things final season focuses on the heroes uniting to face Vecna and a powerful darkness in Hawkins.
fromLiterary Hub
2 weeks ago

Cheesecake

The arrival of the affluent into the city signified new opportunities for Art, who leveraged his first property investment to establish a burgeoning real estate business in midtown. Acquisition became his focus, uniquely placing him in a Manhattan landlord's ideal image.
Real estate
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

9 Foods You Would Find At An '80s Birthday Party - Tasting Table

The 1980s birthday parties featured chaotic fun, colorful decorations, and classic foods like mini hot dogs and seven-layer dip.
fromScary Mommy
2 weeks ago

11 Movies We Watched As Kids That We Truly Had *No* Business Watching

"The '80s and '90s felt like a bit of a lawless land for parents. We were told to sit back from the TV lest we ruin our eyes, but it’s rare to find a kid from that era who didn’t watch something incredibly inappropriate, either with their parents or on their own."
Film
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

I wish I'd enjoyed my fame a bit more': Jim Sturgess on regrets, romance and the art of the mix tape

Jim Sturgess and Teresa Palmer reunite in the romantic drama Mix Tape after meeting during chemistry tests for a previous film.
US politics
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Former Collier Row man accused of abusing girls denies squashing game' was sexual

Maurice Bowers is on trial for multiple child sexual abuse charges linked to incidents occurring during the 1970s and 1980s.
#live-aid
Relationships
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Tanya Sweeney: My teenage exchange trip was a disaster because culture shocks and adolescence just don't mix

Exotic foreign exchange students captivated local children in 1980s west Dublin with their carefree attitude and colorful fashion.
#fashion
fromDocumentjournal
1 month ago

"Did anything happen in Leeds-yes, yes it did"

"The photographs show Melanie doing what any 18-year-old girl would do; dressing up, partying on the weekends, sharing pints at the local pub, and laughing with her girlfriends."
London politics
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

We thought hippies would throw mud at us': Billy Bragg, Kate Nash and other stars on their Glastonbury debuts

Glastonbury 1984 was a memorable, challenging festival experience marked by unique venue conditions and lasting musical impact.
#football-history
Cars
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Petersen Museum's 'Totally Awesome!' exhibit showcases classic cars from the '80s and '90s

The Petersen Automotive Museum's new exhibit showcases the iconic cars of the 1980s and 90s, emphasizing their cultural significance.
NYC LGBT
fromKqed
1 month ago

Thomas Mallon's Diaries Get to the 'Very Heart' of the AIDS Crisis

Thomas Mallon's personal awakening is juxtaposed with the devastating impact of AIDS on the gay community in the 1980s.
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Salem 66: SALT

From day one there was something disorienting about Salem 66. 'Across the Sea' exemplifies their off-kilter energy: Grunwald's staccato guitar lines curl like steel wool and Kaplan's rubber basslines bounce between center and background.
SF music
#nostalgia
fromItsnicethat
1 month ago
Digital life

"A dusting of love": Matt Stetson creates mini portals to an almost utopian vision of the past

fromItsnicethat
1 month ago
Digital life

"A dusting of love": Matt Stetson creates mini portals to an almost utopian vision of the past

Silicon Valley food
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

12 Snacks From The 80s No One Remembers Anymore - Tasting Table

The 1980s snack culture embraced weird flavor combinations and convenience, resulting in unique yet questionable food creations.
Independent films
fromInverse
1 month ago

40 Years Later, One Of The Greatest Dystopian Sci-Fi Films Ever Just Got A Huge Upgrade

Terry Gilliam's 'Brazil' critiques 1980s bureaucracy and absurdity, predicting a dark, dystopian future that resonates strongly with contemporary viewers.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A Family Matter by Claire Lynch review powerful debut about lesbian mothers in the 80s

Claire Lynch's debut novel 'A Family Matter' explores a father-daughter relationship against the backdrop of 1980s social and political turmoil.
#music
Music
fromPitchfork
3 months ago

Bruce Springsteen's Mythic Lost Albums Compiled in New Box Set

The LA Garage Sessions '83 epitomizes the creative energy of the 1980s music scene.
The Streets of Philadelphia Sessions tell tales of urban isolation and emotional resilience.
Somewhere North of Nashville explores life's journey through vivid storytelling.
Twilight Hours connects romance and nostalgia in a rich musical tapestry.
Perfect World dissects the complexities of dreams and discontent.
fromMission Local
2 months ago

40 bike laps around the sun: Valencia Cyclery turns 40

"Bicycles had supported him for years - first as an undergraduate at Kent State University, then while getting his masters at San Francisco State University..."
Bicycling
DC food
fromPolygon
2 months ago

Bring back the coolest animated series (and coolest animated sword) of 1981

Blackstar deserves to be rebooted and recognized as one of the notable animated series of the 1980s.
Beer
fromApartment Therapy
2 months ago

The Iconic '70s Home Feature I Never Thought I'd Be Excited About

Nostalgia for basement bars flourished in the 1970s and '80s, especially in the Midwest, reflecting cultural trends of the time.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

'I'm not really an emotional person. But I think I will be this weekend' - Jamie Carragher meets Ireland and Everton hero Kevin Sheedy

Reflecting on the impending departure from Goodison Park, it’s clear that for Evertonians, the history embedded within the club's iconic home has been a vital part of their identity.
Liverpool FC
Parenting
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

Adults Are Sharing "Problematic" Childhood Activities That Would Totally "Confuse Kids Today"

Independence during childhood in the past allowed children more freedom, contrasting with modern parenting approaches.
SF LGBT
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

My Family Kept My Dad's Secret For Years. I Wasn't Prepared For What Telling The Truth Would Mean.

Family secrets can be burdensome, particularly those related to health and stigma.
The 1980s HIV/AIDS epidemic was marked by significant social stigma and misinformation.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Parties, petty crime and a U-ey on the Harbour Bridge: a 40-year-old portrait of Sydney's underbelly gets a new life

Going Down is a rich descent into life in 1980s Sydney, following four friends on their last night out before one departs for New York.
Independent films
fromWho What Wear
2 months ago

The Fear Street: Prom Queen Cast Takes Prom Style to a Killer New Level

Fear Street: Prom Queen blends '80s slasher nostalgia with a fun prom-themed horror narrative.
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

The Rise And Tragic Fall Of The Most Bizarre Pizza Mascot, The Noid - Tasting Table

The Noid's presence was overwhelming in the 1980s, representing the difficulties of fast pizza delivery—until a bizarre hostage situation turned it into a public relations nightmare.
NYC food
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Space Invaders on your wrist: the glory years of Casio video game watches

Casio aimed to redefine watches from mere time-telling tools to multifunction devices that cater to lifestyle needs, driving innovation in the digital watch industry.
Video games
English Premier League
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Golden Goal: Paul Gascoigne for Tottenham Hotspur v Arsenal (1991)

Football evokes deep emotional connections, yet its existence transcends individual existence.
Paul Gascoigne's impact on football was transformative, elevating the game's essence and spectator experience.
fromThe Root
3 months ago

Do You Remember The Fat Boys? The Highs and Tragic Lows of One the 80s Most Popular Hip-Hop Groups

The Brooklyn-born friends parlayed a win at a rap contest in the 1980s into a record deal, movie roles, and even an appearance on 'Hollywood Squares.'
Miami Heat
Los Angeles
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

'We got paid to play': Former Disneyland performers recall the park's golden age

Disneyland was a stage and community for performers, particularly vibrant in the 1980s.
London music
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

When Dire Straits swept the world: Anatomy of a group devoured by success

Dire Straits, once the epitome of popular rock, faces mockery today despite their past prominence and impact.
Music trends shift, but the legacy of bands like Dire Straits highlights the complexities of cultural perception.
fromBerlin Art Link
3 months ago

Review Leigh Bowery at Tate Modern | Berlin Art Link

Bowery said himself he wanted to look "like the weirdo on the street that you tell your mum about."
London politics
Video games
fromInverse
3 months ago

40 Years Ago, One Brilliant And Cunning Woman Proved Video Games Could Make You Smarter

Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? revolutionized educational gaming by making learning geography fun and interactive.
fromVulture
3 months ago

Justin Theroux Answers Every Question We Have About American Psycho

"The seriousness and the tone with which we played it and the slow burn on Christian at the end, where he's just sweating mortar shells. It was really funny."
Film
LA food
fromThe Infatuation
3 years ago

Leo's Oyster Bar - Financial District - San Francisco - The Infatuation

Leo's Oyster Bar offers a glamorous dining experience reminiscent of the 1980s, perfect for entertaining clients with a love for seafood.
The food is high quality, but the prices are steep, making it less suited for regular visits unless someone else is paying.
fromTasting Table
4 months ago

11 Discontinued Candies Of The 1980s That You Might Remember - Tasting Table

While much of the candy of the 1980s was unique in flavor, these treats were also unique in their packaging. Bright designs, vivid colors, and neon hues were the norm, inspired by the fashion trends at the time.
Silicon Valley food
fromTasting Table
4 months ago

Our Elevated 7-Layer Dip Recipe Will Be The Talk Of The Party - Tasting Table

The article presents a sophisticated upgrade of the classic 7-layer dip with fresh ingredients for an impressive party dish.
fromNew York Post
7 months ago

Wham!'s Andrew Ridgeley reflects on 40 years of 'Last Christmas': It's 'part of the fabric of Chrismas'

George Michael's "Last Christmas" was written spontaneously and is now celebrated as a timeless holiday classic after 40 years.
The song has become integral to Christmas culture, recognized for its clever lyrics and charming melody.
#rivals
fromItsnicethat
9 months ago

Chris Shepherd's heartfelt graphic novel is a story of family, young love and Liverpool

Chris transitioned from film script to graphic novel during lockdown, focusing on illustrating the beauty of Liverpool's past.
His creative process involved exploring each sequence individually to maintain excitement.
fromTime Out London
9 months ago

Boy George has done portraits of his musical heroes - and they're on display in London

Boy George's new art collection features vibrant prints of famous musicians and examines their differing experiences with fame.
fromScary Mommy
9 months ago

23 Awesome '80s Baby Names That Deserve To Be All The Rage Again

It's time to pick out a totally rad baby name that personifies vintage cool while still being un-bully-able.
Digital life
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