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1 month ago
NYC LGBT

1980s lesbians show fierce defiance and fashion in archive footage

Lesbian Visibility Week celebrates LGBTQ+ women and non-binary individuals, highlighting solidarity and historical perspectives. [ more ]
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Posting and Toasting
1 month ago
New York Knicks

Book Review: "Kings of the Garden" by Adam J. Criblez

Criblez intertwines NBA basketball and Black culture in his new book, focusing on the New York Knicks during the 1970s and 1980s. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
New York City

Unboxing Thousands of Photos of New York City in the '70s and '80s

Arlene Gottfried's archive of street photography from the 1970s and 1980s is being saved.
The archive documents the underrepresented neighborhoods of New York City during a period of crack, AIDS, and rampant crime. [ more ]
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designboom | architecture & design magazine
2 months ago
Design

catalina andonie's mobile totem sculptures collage various grains and hues of stone

Catalina Andonie revives and reinterprets 1980s sculptures by Marmolerías Brescia with covertly deceptive temporalities.
The sculptures, now titled Tótems I-II-II-IV, are transformed with rotating devices and wheels, integrating diverse stones and exploring multiple configurations. [ more ]
Creative Bloq
2 months ago
Graphic design

The best adverts of the 1980s

The 1980s saw the birth of consumerist culture with the rise of yuppies and the impact of TV advertising.
Top ads of the 1980s included Apple's groundbreaking Macintosh spot directed by Ridley Scott and Ralph Lauren's representation of powerful women. [ more ]
Scary Mommy
3 months ago
Digital life

'80s Babies Skills That Will Truly Impress Your Kids

Kids today may not understand or appreciate skills and knowledge from the past, such as using VHS tapes or paper maps.
Parents can impress their children by showcasing some throwback skills and surprises from the 1980s. [ more ]
The Atlantic
3 months ago
Writing

Anita's Secrets

The parties in New York in the 1980s had become formulaic and unmemorable.
There was a noted effort to include more 'Third World artists' on the guest list, but little else had changed. [ more ]
Miami Herald
4 months ago
Miami

Who is Griselda Blanco? Seven things to know about Miami's 'godmother of cocaine'

Griselda Blanco, known as the "godmother of cocaine," died in 2012 at the age of 69. She was shot twice in the head in Medellín.
Blanco served 19 years in U.S. prisons before being deported to Colombia in 2004. [ more ]
Mets360
4 months ago
New York Mets

A Darryl Strawberry fan who can't wait for June 1

The New York Mets have announced the dates to retire the numbers of Dwight Gooden and Darryl Strawberry: April 14 and June 1, respectively.
Both players were instrumental in the Mets' success in the 1980s and were beloved by fans.
Strawberry's retirement date holds special significance for the author personally, as he was a big fan and the reason the author became a baseball and Mets fan. [ more ]
BOOK RIOT
6 months ago
Books

9 Fantastic Books Set in the 1980s

The 1980s hold different associations for different people, and books set in that decade can offer diverse perspectives on lesser-known places and events.
Books set in the 1980s can explore various global challenges and sources of hope and connection, reflecting the diversity of human experiences during that time.
The article suggests additional sources for readers interested in exploring books set in the 1980s for nostalgic purposes. [ more ]
Bustle
6 months ago
Marketing

'Golden Bachelor' Star Leslie's '80s Workout Videos Are Going Viral On TikTok

Leslie Fhima, former national aerobics champion, is gaining popularity on TikTok with her 1980s workout videos.
Fans have been sharing clips of Fhima's workouts and competitions, showcasing the iconic '80s fashion and style.
Fhima herself has been sharing the throwback videos on her social media accounts. [ more ]
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