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๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

DRI action in Navi Mumbai, seized walkie-talkies worth 9.25 crores

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized 11,060 banned walkie-talkies and second-hand hard disk drives worth 9.25 crores at Nhava Sheva port in Navi Mumbai.

Mar 22 โ€ข 09:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Is your jerry can safe and legal?

As fuel prices rise due to the ongoing conflict in Iran, Australians are stockpiling petrol, leading to shortages of jerry cans and prompting safety warnings about second-hand fuel containers.

Mar 22 โ€ข 00:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Crime & Justice

New Information โ€“ This is How Yle's Expert Heard about Serious Crime Suspicions

Tommi Nikunen, a successful ski-jumping coach, learned about serious crime suspicions related to Lahti Golf through a second-hand source rather than direct communication.

Mar 20 โ€ข 16:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Regarding 17 tons of 'Humana' second-hand clothes โ€“ the commission's verdict: these are waste, not products

A Lithuanian environmental department investigation deems a shipment of second-hand clothing from the Netherlands as hazardous waste due to legal violations in its transport.

Mar 19 โ€ข 17:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

It's okay to drive more, but mainly newer. Czechs are buying different second-hand cars

Czech consumers are increasingly focused on purchasing newer second-hand vehicles rather than those with higher mileage.

Mar 19 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Video: This is how a flea market professional circulates through flea markets

76-year-old influencer Ann-Britt Felin-Aalto, known as 'Kirppismummo,' shares her flea market experiences in Loviisa and gives insights into her philosophy on second-hand shopping.

Mar 18 โ€ข 16:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The handle broke in just a week, the tire burst, a video of the tricycle given to Soni went viral

A video of a disabled girl named Soni Kumari from Bihar receiving a second-hand tricycle has gone viral, highlighting the inadequate support provided to her despite her determination to pursue education.

Mar 17 โ€ข 14:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Vinted reseller says key to making ยฃ1k a month lies in one question you must ask

A Vinted reseller highlights that asking yourself one specific question could help you earn an extra ยฃ1,000 a month on the platform.

Mar 17 โ€ข 14:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Items found in Vinted jacket pockets provide fascinating look back to 2004

A woman discovered vintage items from 2004 hidden in the pockets of a jacket she bought from a charity shop and shared her finds on TikTok.

Mar 16 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Famous second-hand clothing store files for bankruptcy

Kusa Oy, which operates Beyond Retro stores in Finland, has filed for bankruptcy due to insolvency.

Mar 15 โ€ข 20:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Instead of goods โ€“ three-digit losses: how to avoid losing money while shopping on 'Vinted'

A Latvian woman shared her experience of being scammed on the popular second-hand platform 'Vinted', losing 110 euros in the process.

Mar 12 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The luxury of new housing: it costs 43% more than second-hand housing

New housing prices in Spain have surged to 43% higher than those of second-hand properties, reflecting a significant gap and emerging luxury market.

Mar 12 โ€ข 14:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Charity shop 'pro' shares how she spots best bargains - and it's not by luck

Ella Mollie, an experienced charity shop shopper, shares insider tips on how to find the best bargains beyond just luck.

Mar 11 โ€ข 15:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Second-hand is still in โ€“ new store attracted hundreds of customers in Rovaniemi

The Finnish Red Cross opened a new Kontti thrift store in Rovaniemi, attracting a large crowd on its opening day.

Mar 11 โ€ข 15:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Poles Keep Wealth in Drawers: An Average of Over 550 PLN to Recover

Poles are increasingly storing unused smartphones at home, with an average potential recovery value of over 550 PLN per device.

Mar 11 โ€ข 12:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

'I spent ยฃ40k on secret shopping and gambling addiction - my husband didn't know'

Rachel Grady, a 41-year-old mother from the UK, reveals her struggles with a ยฃ40,000 gambling and shopping addiction that she managed to conceal from her husband until overcoming her debts through selling second-hand clothes.

Mar 10 โ€ข 09:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

They bought a baby hammock and something completely different arrived in the box

A woman in Florida discovered a semi-automatic rifle inside a sealed box when she intended to gift a baby hammock purchased from a second-hand store for a baby shower.

Mar 8 โ€ข 11:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The offer of second-hand apartments is shrinking. What about their prices?

The secondary housing market in Poland is experiencing a decline in available listings, contrasting with price drops in major cities despite reduced supply.

Mar 6 โ€ข 14:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Where to find second-hand designer furniture in excellent condition

The article explores where to find high-quality second-hand designer furniture in Argentina, emphasizing vintage pieces and online marketplaces.

Mar 5 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Charity shop lover says key issue 'puts her off' buying second-hand items

A charity shop enthusiast expresses concerns about a growing issue that discourages her and others from purchasing second-hand items.

Mar 4 โ€ข 10:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Carrot, expands โ€˜immediate purchaseโ€™ nationwideโ€ฆ Dispatch after secure payment

The local community platform Carrot has announced an expansion of its 'immediate purchase' service for second-hand transactions to a nationwide scale following user feedback.

Mar 3 โ€ข 06:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

'I earn fortune selling these 3 items on Vinted and they never fail me'

A seller shares tips on the best items to sell on Vinted for quick sales.

Mar 2 โ€ข 13:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

The Archive's email to customers: We have not been flawless

Employees raise concerns about a toxic workplace culture at the second-hand store Arkivet, prompting an email from the CEO acknowledging past mistakes.

Feb 27 โ€ข 20:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Behind the Scenes at Sellpy: Here Are the Clothes You Send In

The article explores Sellpy's rise as a billion-dollar second-hand retailer, while customers express growing frustration over prices and missing designer items.

Feb 27 โ€ข 08:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

"We lie to customers right in the face"

Employees at Arkivet second-hand store report pressure to lie to customers about their unsold clothing being donated to charity when they are actually resold.

Feb 26 โ€ข 20:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

The Alarm from Inside the Trendy Second-Hand Store Arkivet

Employees at the trendy second-hand store Arkivet in Sweden are raising alarms about a toxic work environment where favoritism and discriminatory practices against employees are commonplace.

Feb 26 โ€ข 17:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Ban on importing second-hand petrol and diesel cars scrapped

The Environment Minister in Jersey has cancelled a proposed ban on importing second-hand petrol and diesel cars, citing a lack of public support and affordability concerns.

Feb 26 โ€ข 13:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Sell 3 items on Vinted in March to make a fortune and it's not just clothes

A savvy seller reveals three highly demanded items on Vinted for March, emphasizing the potential for profit beyond clothing.

Feb 24 โ€ข 15:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

'I visited charity shop but walked out almost immediately after discovery'

A shopper in Truro, Chelsey Bowen, left a charity shop in disappointment after discovering high prices for second-hand items, questioning the affordability of thrift stores today.

Feb 24 โ€ข 06:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

One in two French people has already bought a second-hand phone: the rise of the refurbished market

Half of French consumers have purchased a second-hand phone, reflecting growing acceptance of the refurbished market despite lingering consumer skepticism.

Feb 23 โ€ข 15:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

THRIFT HUNT โŸฉ How to find such fashion treasures in thrift stores that cost a monthly salary?

A group of 30 enthusiastic women embarked on a thrift bus journey in Estonia to discover hidden fashion treasures in second-hand shops that could cost a month's salary.

Feb 23 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

This is how the popular Vinted story began - A 21-year-old student wanted to get rid of extra clothes

Vinted, a billion-dollar company and a notable player in the second-hand clothing market, was founded by a Lithuanian student, Milda Mitkute, in 2008, who sought a solution to her surplus clothes.

Feb 22 โ€ข 16:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Hidden hazards: How second-hand toys become infection reservoirs

Nigerian parents facing economic hardship are increasingly purchasing second-hand toys, unaware of the health risks they pose to their children.

Feb 22 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Legal entities will be able to hand over used tires for free

During the environmental campaign "Give Tires a Second Life," legal entities in Latvia can dispose of their used passenger vehicle tires at no cost.

Feb 20 โ€ข 08:20 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Zimbabwe: Bedbug Outbreak Hits Mbare Flats As Harare Warns of Enforcement Action

Harare's City Council has announced a bedbug outbreak impacting several apartment blocks in Mbare, linked to second-hand clothing imports, and has initiated a chemical spraying program to control the infestation.

Feb 20 โ€ข 08:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Major update for anyone who uses eBay or Depop to buy or sell online

eBay is set to acquire the second-hand clothing app Depop from Etsy for $1.2 billion to attract a younger demographic.

Feb 19 โ€ข 11:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

An Unexpected Surprise Came with the Used Sofa

An American family discovered an unexpected surprise after bringing home a used sofa, as they heard a soft bell chime revealing more than just furniture.

Feb 19 โ€ข 08:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

eBay to buy Depop from Etsy

eBay has announced its acquisition of the second-hand fashion marketplace Depop from Etsy for $1.2 billion, highlighting the growing popularity of sustainable fashion.

Feb 19 โ€ข 03:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Doctor Amir Khan shares how to slash Salmonella and Norovirus risk with '20-second rule'

Dr. Amir Khan warns about the high risk of E. coli, Salmonella, and Norovirus due to poor hand hygiene, emphasizing the importance of a simple 20-second handwashing rule.

Feb 18 โ€ข 11:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Sports

Olympic Village Condoms Have Appeared in a Surprising Place

Condoms provided to athletes at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics ran out in just three days, leading to their unexpected appearance on a second-hand goods website.

Feb 16 โ€ข 13:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Couple hear noises from second-hand sofa and realise seller left something inside

A couple discovered unusual noises coming from their second-hand sofa, leading to the realization that the previous owner had left something inside.

Feb 16 โ€ข 10:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Boom for second-hand fur: We are in a time of 'post-woke'

Sales of second-hand fur coats are significantly increasing in Sweden, suggesting a change in public attitude towards fur fashion.

Feb 15 โ€ข 15:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

All you need to know about vaping ban consultation for certain public areas

The UK government is holding a consultation on proposals to extend smoking bans to include vaping in certain public areas, aiming to protect children and hospital patients from the harms of second-hand smoke.

Feb 13 โ€ข 11:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

Vaping in cars with children to be banned under new plans

The UK government plans to ban vaping in cars with children, playgrounds, and outside schools to protect vulnerable individuals from second-hand smoke exposure.

Feb 13 โ€ข 09:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Smoking and vaping to be BANNED in these public areas - changes in full

The UK Government is proposing a ban on smoking and vaping in specific public areas such as outside hospitals, schools, and playgrounds to protect non-smokers from second-hand smoke exposure.

Feb 13 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

A stained used blazer cost 91 euros at a flea market, while new it costs 60 euros in store โ€“ Here's what's going on: "Absolutely not"

A controversy has erupted over pricing at Helsinki's flea markets after a used blazer was found priced at 91 euros, significantly higher than its new retail price of 60 euros.

Feb 12 โ€ข 15:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Council of the Future, boom in second-hand shops, and records from WIG20 companies

The podcast discusses the establishment of the Council of the Future in Poland, the growth of the second-hand goods market, and record performances of WIG20 companies.

Feb 11 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Used items are regaining popularity. Poland's boom in second-hand shops

The article discusses the revival of the second-hand market in Poland, highlighting significant growth in physical stores since 2008 and changing social attitudes toward used goods.

Feb 11 โ€ข 03:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

The T-shirt that Bad Bunny gave to Zara employees is sold for 1,500 euros on Wallapop

Bad Bunny's special edition Zara T-shirt, gifted to employees, is selling for up to 1,500 euros on second-hand platform Wallapop two days after the Super Bowl performance.

Feb 10 โ€ข 12:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Important DVSA checklist for second-hand car buyers in UK

A comprehensive checklist from DVSA for UK buyers to safely purchase a second-hand car and avoid scams.

Feb 9 โ€ข 11:07 UTC

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