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In 1988, a bomb exploded on Pan Am Flight 103 over Scotland, killing 270 people. It remains the deadliest air disaster on British soil.
 
In 1980, witnesses reported unexplained lights near RAF Woodbridge in England, sparking intrigue. The event, dubbed “Britain’s Roswell,” remains a famous UFO mystery.
 
In 1985, 39 American hostages from TWA Flight 847 were freed in Beirut after 17 days. The hijackers had demanded Israel release 700 Shia Muslim prisoners.
 
In 1986, New Zealand legalized homosexuality, marking a significant step forward for LGBTQ+ rights. The Homosexual Law Reform Act decriminalized consensual same-sex relations.
 
In 1982, James Honeyman-Scott, guitarist for The Pretenders, tragically died at 25 from a cocaine overdose. His death marked a significant loss in the music world.
 
In 1989, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that burning the American flag is a form of political protest protected under the First Amendment. This landmark decision upheld free speech rights.
 
In 1980, Ronald Reagan (R) was elected the 40th President of the United States, defeating Jimmy Carter (D) in a decisive victory.
 
In 1987, British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and French President François Mitterrand signed an agreement to construct the Eurotunnel under the English Channel. This monumental project connected the UK and France.
 
In 1982, singer Teddy Pendergrass was paralyzed from the chest down following a car accident in Philadelphia. The incident marked a turning point in his life and career.
 
In 1980, the arcade game Pac-Man was released in the U.S., becoming the first video game to feature power-ups, cutscenes, and a mascot. It remains the highest-selling arcade game of all time.
 
In 1982, John Hinckley was found not guilty by reason of insanity for attempting to assassinate President Ronald Reagan. He spent 30 years in a mental hospital as a result.
 
In 1988, the UK enacted an amendment prohibiting local authorities from intentionally promoting homosexuality. This controversial law sparked widespread debate and protests.
 
In 1983, David Copperfield amazed a live audience by making the Statue of Liberty disappear. This iconic illusion remains one of his most famous tricks.
 
In 1980, Rapper’s Delight by The Sugar Hill Gang made history as the first rap song to reach the Top 40. It paved the way for hip-hop in mainstream music.
 
In 1981, John Walsh’s son Adam was tragically found dead after being abducted from a Sears in Hollywood, Florida. This tragedy inspired Walsh to create America’s Most Wanted.
 
In 1985, Japan became the third country to launch a deep space probe, joining the U.S. and Soviet Union. The probe, named Sakigake, was launched by JAXA.
 
In 1984, the United States and Vatican City re-established diplomatic relations after a 117-year hiatus. This marked a significant step in their international relations.
 
In 1989, President Ronald Reagan delivered his farewell address to the nation after serving two terms as the 40th U.S. President.
 
In 1982, Air Florida Flight 90 crashed into the 14th Street Bridge in Washington D.C. before plunging into the Potomac River, killing 78 people, including 4 motorists.
 
In 1980, the Heatwave Festival near Toronto kicked off, showcasing acts like The B-52’s, Talking Heads, The Pretenders, and Elvis Costello. It became known as the “New Wave Woodstock.”
 
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