So we decided to dive back into The News archives to find pictures to take you back to the 00s and show what has changed since then.
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17. Southsea in the 00s
QS store (Quality & Style) in Palmerston Road, Southsea, which shut in 2006. Photo: Michael Scaddan

18. Southsea in the 00s
This is what Albert Road in Southsea looked like in 2004. With a mix of businesses, shops, pubs and eating establishments. Photo: Michael Scaddan

19. Southsea in the 00s
The Christmas lights in Palmerston Road in Southsea in 2006. Photo: Paul Jacobs

20. Southsea in the 00s
This is what Albert Road in Southsea looked like in 2006. Photo: Steve Reid
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