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72 Retro Gadgets That Make It Seem Like Yesterday’s Technology Was Absolute Art

A whisk from the 1950s, a 1928 toaster, and the first laptop ever created — these are just some of the cool retro gadgets you’ll see in this list of forgotten but fascinating old-school devices. Sure, nowadays, we have robots that can mow our lawn, but even to this day,…

Bored Panda · Oct 11

A hospital worker’s $15.99 Goodwill find was identified as a Le Pho painting worth up to $80,000

An occupational therapist found a painting for $15.99 at Goodwill while shopping to relieve stress. Notably, the piece was valued significantly higher during an appraisal on Antiques Roadshow. Fine-art expert Betty Krulik identified it as a work by Vietnamese artist Le Pho. The appraisal revealed that similar artworks could sell…

The Times of India · Oct 10

83 Times People Found The Weirdest But Also Amazing Things At The Thrift Store

Thrift shopping can be a bit like opening a mystery box: most of the time, you find something ordinary, but every now and then, there’s something truly special waiting for you. People have shared the coolest, strangest, and most unexpected things they discovered while browsing secondhand stores. Some are practical,…

Bored Panda · Oct 9

86 Weird And Wonderful Thrift Store Finds That Definitely Weren’t Made For Everyone

Thrifty is as thrifty does. With the global economic and environmental situation as it is right now (‘utterly awful’ and ‘chaotic’ come to mind), buying secondhand makes more sense than ever. There are great deals to be found if you have patience and a keen eye for hidden gems. Our…

Bored Panda · Oct 1

She bought a $3.99 vase, and sold it for $107,100

Jessica Vincent's thrift store adventure led her to a hidden gem – a Murano vase for only $3.99 in Virginia. After investigating its origins, she learned it was crafted by the noted glass producer Venini and designed by Carlo Scarpa, making it quite rare. She successfully auctioned it for a…

The Times of India · Sep 30

Michigan woman drops off a tote at Goodwill, then staff unwraps a human skull. Cops said it was fake, but it wasn’t, and the FBI finally steps in

A strange case that hasn’t broken any laws yet.

We Got This Covered · Sep 27

Macklemore has gone from popping tags in ‘Thrift Shop’ to ‘Free Palestine’ — and he’s not backing down

IN FOCUS: Macklemore, the rapper behind ‘Thrift Shop,’ has found himself at the center of an international debate after being dropped from Ed Sheeran’s US tour following his outspoken support for Palestine. His political activism goes back further than you might think, writes Ellie Muir

The Independent UK · Sep 25

In 2015, a US man paid $5.99 for a watch; after it was confirmed authentic, he sold it for $35,000

While exploring a Goodwill store, Zach Norris found a vintage LeCoultre Deep Sea Alarm watch priced at merely $5.99. After confirming its authenticity, the buzz around the watch attracted collectors from all over, culminating in significant bids. Renowned collector Eric Ku eventually acquired it for more than $35,000. This fortunate…

The Times of India · Sep 24

In 2019, Aidan Gallagher linked fan pledges to mangrove planting in Madagascar. 6 years later, the campaign had planted 113,706 trees and removed 38 million kg of carbon

In July 2025, UNEP announced a $7.1 million grant-supported initiative for Madagascar that includes plans to restore 3,000 hectares of mangroves and coastal forests while benefiting vulnerable coastal communities. Aiden Gallagher's campaign is therefore part of a much wider story—one in which individual pledges, community restoration and international climate action…

The Economic Times · Sep 22

Senior Discounts Starting at 55: 7 Stores Where You Could Miss the Savings If You Don’t Ask

If you’re waiting until 65 to start asking about senior discounts, you could be leaving money at the register for years. Some senior discounts kick...

Saving Advice · Sep 21