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In 1980, Shakuntala Devi mentally multiplies two 13-digit numbers in 28 seconds.
In 1980, The worldʹs smartest high schoolers Mark, Lisa, and, Trini gather at their hi-tech tubular multicultural hangout after school as they wait for the moment when everything happens…on the Childrenʹs Television Workshopʹs “3-2-1 Contact.” “Sound week” starts things off, and what better way to explore the scientific world than attending a concert by KISS?
In 1980, TV Listing: 9:00 p.m./ET “M*A*S*H” (CBS); Mumps send Potter and Charles into quarantine, bringing in a replacement (Edward Hermann) with an impressive record in combat surgery. Hawkeye: Alan Alda. B.J.: Mike Farrell. Potter: Harry Morgan. Charles: David Ogden Steirs. Hot Lips: Loretta Swit.
In 1980, “Chain Reaction”, TV Game Show, also 85- on USA; debut on NBC.
In 1981, The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) freed radio stations of several major regulations, including limits on the number of commercials and minimum requirements for news and public-affairs programming.
In 1983, On General Hospital, Robert (Tristan Rogers) told Holly (Emma Samms), Ruby (Norma Connolly) and Bobby (Jacklyn Zeman) about what they thought was Luke's death at the time.
In 1984, At the opening of “Saturday Night Live,” Joe Piscopo and Mary Gross introduce the National Phone-In Democratic Primary and invite the viewers to nominate the next Presidential candidate. By the end of the show, more than 131,000 votes have been cast for the winners…ZZ Top.
In 1984, Madonna made her first national appearance when she performed “Holiday” on “American Bandstand”.
In 1984, R.C., “Gold” by Spandau Ballet peaked at #29 on the pop singles chart.
In 1984, R.C., “In The Mood” by Robert Plant peaked at #39 on the pop singles chart.
In 1984, R.C., “Pipes Of Peace” by Paul McCartney peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.
In 1984, R.C., “Rappin' Rodney” by Rodney Dangerfield peaked at #83 on the pop singles chart.
In 1984, R.C., “The Sign Of Fire” by The Fixx peaked at #32 on the pop singles chart.
In 1984, R.C., “Wet My Whistle” by Midnight Star peaked at #61 on the pop singles chart.
In 1984, The owner of the San Diego Padres, Ray Kroc, died at 81. Kroc is better known as the founder of McDonalds. In fact, he wasnʹt. He bought the chain from two brothers and was responsible for turning it into the nationʹs largest fast food chain. His widow became the teamʹs chairman of the board.
In 1985, Band Aidʹs chart-topping “Do They Know Itʹs Christmas” became Britianʹs biggest-selling single ever with sales approaching three million only weeks after release.
In 1985, On Guiding Light, with her sight back, Beth Raines (Judi Evans) claimed she knew "Lenny" was really Lujack (Vincent Irizarry) all along.
In 1985, On Santa Barbara, the body of Summer Blake (Jonna Leigh Stack) was found after she had been murdered by the Carnation Killer.
In 1986, Local laws forbidding backyard satellite dish antennas is banned by the FCC.
In 1986, “Rambo: First Blood, Part II” arrived at video stores this day, breaking the record set by “Ghostbusters”, for first day orders. 435,000 copies of the video were sold — about $21.4 million worth. Yo!
In 1987, On One Life to Live, Tina discovered that she was pregnant by her estranged husband, Cord. Tina left a message on Cordʹs answering machine about the news, but Maria got it instead, and erased the message! Thinking that Cord didnʹt care that she was pregnant, Tina skipped town with newly-arrived Max and headed to Argentina.
In 1988, On Knots Landing, Mack (Kevin Dobson) invited Johnny (Peter Reckell) to stay with them, much to Paige's chagrin.
In 1988, The Trio collaboration album, by Dolly Parton, Linda Ronstadt & Emmylou Harris, received a Grammy nomination for Best Album. Parton, Ronstadt and Harris first attempted to record an album together in the mid-1970s, but scheduling conflicts and other difficulties prevented its release.
In 1989, Paul McCartney releases his album “Back In The U.S.S.R.” exclusively in Russia. Bootleg copies sold for as much as $1,000 in the United States.
In 1989, President Ronald Reagan delivered his 331st and final weekly White House radio address, telling listeners, “Believe me, Saturdays will never seem the same. Iʹll miss you.”
In 1989, R.C., “Kiss” by Art Of Noise/Tom Jones peaked at #31 on the pop singles chart.
In 1989, R.C., “Put A Little Love In Your Heart” by Annie Lennox and Al Green peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart.
In 1989, R.C., “Smooth Criminal” by Michael Jackson peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.
In 1981, "Scanners" was released by AVCO Embassy Pictures; David Cronenberg (director/screenplay); Stephen Lack, Jennifer O'Neill, Patrick McGoohan, Lawrence Dane, Michael Ironside, Robert Silverman, Mavor Moore, Anthony Sherwood, Fred Doederlein, Victor Désy, Louis Del Grande, Alex Stevens, William Hope, Christopher Britton, Leon Herbert, Neil Affleck; Sci-Fi, Horror; Live Action
In 1989, “Anchorage” by Michelle Shocked peaked at number 66 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Baby, I'm Hooked (Right Into Your Love)” by Con Funk Shun peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Cross My Heart” by Eighth Wonder peaked at number 56 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Gold” by Spandau Ballet peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “I Remember Holding You” by Boys Club peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “In The Mood” by Robert Plant peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Kiss” by The Art Of Noise Featuring Tom Jones peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Let's Go Up” by Diana Ross peaked at number 77 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Let's Put The X In Sex” by KISS peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “My Prerogative” by Bobby Brown peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Perfect” by Fairground Attraction peaked at number 80 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Posse On Broadway” by Sir Mix-A-Lot peaked at number 70 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Put A Little Love In Your Heart” by Annie Lennox And Al Green peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Smooth Criminal” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Someone Like You” by Michael Stanley Band peaked at number 75 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Stay With Me Tonight” by Jeffrey Osborne peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Take Me Back” by Bonnie Tyler peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “The Big Crash” by Eddie Money peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “The Sign Of Fire” by The Fixx peaked at number 32 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Wet My Whistle” by Midnight Star peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Wild Again” by Starship peaked at number 73 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “American Dream” by Crosby, Stills, Nash And Young peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Early In The Morning” by Robert Palmer peaked at number 20 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1984, “She's Trouble” by Musical Youth peaked at number 43 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1984, “That's All” by Genesis peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Undercover Of The Night” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Union Of The Snake” by Duran Duran peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Fisherman's Blues” by The Waterboys peaked at number 86 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Hard To Laugh” by The Pursuit Of Happiness peaked at number 55 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1989, “If Ever A Love There Was” by The Four Tops And Aretha Franklin peaked at number 46 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Man Who Would Be King” by Jeffrey Hatcher And The Big Beat peaked at number 84 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Spy In The House Of Love” by Was (Not Was) peaked at number 78 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Waiting For A Star To Fall” by Boy Meets Girl peaked at number 2 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.
In 1989, “A Word In Spanish” by Elton John peaked at number 91 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “All She Wants Is” by Duran Duran peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Buffalo Stance” by Neneh Cherry peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Celebration '88” by Kool And The Gang peaked at number 56 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Crazy Cuts” by Grandmixer peaked at number 71 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Crime Of Passion” by Mike Oldfield peaked at number 61 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Four Letter Word” by Kim Wilde peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “I Can Help” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 30 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Keeping The Dream Alive” by Freiheit With The London Symphony Orchestra peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Look Away” by Chicago peaked at number 77 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Love Like A River” by Climie Fisher peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Marguerita Time” by Status Quo peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Pipes Of Peace” by Paul McCartney peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Rhythm Is Gonna Get You” by Gloria Estefan And The Miami Sound Machine peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Stop That Girl” by 2 Brave peaked at number 81 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Straight Ahead” by Kool And The Gang peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Sweet Surrender” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 23 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Tell Her About It” by Billy Joel peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “The Rules Of The Game” by Bucks Fizz peaked at number 57 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “The Runner” by Jan Hammer peaked at number 95 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “The Way You Are” by Tears For Fears peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “This Is Acid” by Maurice peaked at number 85 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “What Is Love?” by Howard Jones peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1989, “You Are The One” by a-ha peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Change In Mood” by Kids In The Kitchen peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Crystal” by Elton John peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Handle With Care” by Traveling Wilburys peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Mistletoe And Wine” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 30 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Only Thinking” by Mi-Sex peaked at number 48 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Strait Old Line” by Split Enz peaked at number 42 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Twist Of Fate” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Undercover Of The Night” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 27 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Don't Walk Away” by Pat Benatar peaked at number 48 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Giving You The Best That I Got” by Anita Baker peaked at number 25 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Let's Stick Together” by Bryan Ferry peaked at number 41 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Put A Little Love In Your Heart” by Annie Lennox And Al Green peaked at number 7 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Radio Romance” by Tiffany peaked at number 16 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Success!” by Sigue Sigue Sputnik peaked at number 49 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1989, “When A Man Loves A Woman” by Jimmy Barnes peaked at number 11 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Come Out To Play” by UB40 peaked at number 33 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Dear God” by Midge Ure peaked at number 29 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Kwart voor één” by Bonnie St. Claire peaked at number 45 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Let's Stay Together” by Tina Turner peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Love Is A Golden Ring” by The Cats peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Respect” by The Real Roxanne peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Space Travelers” by Proxyon peaked at number 47 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, “The Right Side Won” by What Fun! peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Voulez-vous coucher avec moi? (Lady Marmalade)” by Sabrina peaked at number 40 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Come Back And Stay” by Paul Young peaked at number 16 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Julefried med Carola” by Carola peaked at number 8 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1989, “R.O.C.K.” by Sha-Boom peaked at number 3 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Say Say Say” by Paul McCartney And Michael Jackson peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Wee Rule” by Wee Papa Girl Rappers peaked at number 13 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Why Don't We Spend The Night” by Joe Fagin peaked at number 6 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1984, “? (Fragezeichen)” by Nena peaked at number 4 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1984, “All Night Long (All Night)” by Lionel Richie peaked at number 8 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Christkind Is In The House” by XXX peaked at number 28 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Hand In Hand” by Koreana peaked at number 7 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Lady Lady Lady” by Joe 'Bean' Esposito peaked at number 7 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Little River” by Audrey Landers peaked at number 6 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1989, “One Moment In Time” by Whitney Houston peaked at number 5 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Patrona Bavariae” by Original Naabtal Duo peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Rukuruku Bay” by Wolfgang Ambros peaked at number 21 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Say Say Say” by Paul McCartney And Michael Jackson peaked at number 10 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Under My Skin” by Blue System peaked at number 12 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Undercover Of The Night” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 19 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Baby Don't Forget My Number” by Milli Vanilli peaked at number 5 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Good Life” by Inner City peaked at number 10 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1989, “A Word In Spanish” by Elton John peaked at number 27 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Big Fun” by Inner City Featuring Kevin Saunderson peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1989, “Born To Be My Baby” by Bon Jovi peaked at number 25 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Lunatic” by Gazebo peaked at number 6 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1984, “Only For Love” by Limahl peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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