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1985 Tropical Ephemeris

What happened in January 1985

• January 1, 1985: The Domain Name System (DNS) is created, providing a hierarchical and decentralized naming system for computers, services, or other resources connected to the Internet or a private network.
• January 7, 1985: Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency launches Sakigake, Japan's first interplanetary spacecraft and the first deep space probe launched by a country other than the United States or the Soviet Union, marking a significant milestone in Japan's space exploration program.
• January 15, 1985: Tancredo Neves is elected president of Brazil by the Congress, ending 21 years of military rule, representing a crucial transition to democracy in Brazil.
• January 20, 1985: Ronald Reagan is privately sworn in for a second term as President of the United States, marking the beginning of his second term in office.
• January 27, 1985: The Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) is formed in Tehran, Iran, promoting economic cooperation and development among its member states in the region.
• January 28, 1985: The charity single record "We Are the World" is recorded by USA for Africa, featuring numerous prominent musicians, to raise funds for famine relief in Africa.
• February 4, 1985: The border between Gibraltar and Spain reopens after 16 years, improving relations between the two countries.
• February 5, 1985: Australia withdraws from U.S.-led MX missile tests, expressing concerns about the arms race and nuclear proliferation.
• February 9, 1985: U.S. drug agent Kiki Camarena is kidnapped and murdered in Mexico, highlighting the dangers faced by law enforcement officials combating drug trafficking.
• February 14, 1985: CNN reporter Jeremy Levin is released from captivity in Lebanon, bringing attention to the ongoing hostage crisis and the plight of hostages held by militant groups.
• February 16, 1985: Israel begins withdrawing troops from Lebanon, marking a significant step in the de-escalation of tensions in the region.
• February 19, 1985: William J. Schroeder becomes the first patient to leave the hospital with an artificial heart, demonstrating advancements in medical technology and offering hope for patients with heart failure.
• February 20, 1985: Minolta releases the Maxxum 7000, the world's first autofocus single-lens reflex camera, revolutionizing photography and making it more accessible to consumers.
• February 28, 1985: The Provisional Irish Republican Army carries out a mortar attack on a police station in Northern Ireland, resulting in the deaths of nine officers, escalating tensions and violence in the region.
• March 1, 1985: Julio María Sanguinetti, Uruguay's first democratically elected President after a 12-year dictatorship, is sworn in.
• March 3, 1985: The 8.0 Mw Algarrobo earthquake hits Chile, causing widespread damage and leaving many homeless.
• March 8, 1985: A car bomb in Beirut, intended to assassinate Islamic cleric Sayyed Mohammad Hussein Fadlallah, kills over 80 people and injures 200.
• March 11, 1985: Mikhail Gorbachev becomes General Secretary of the Soviet Communist Party, marking a significant shift in Soviet leadership.
• March 15, 1985: José Sarney assumes the duties of President of Brazil after President-elect Tancredo Neves falls severely ill; Sarney later becomes Brazil's first civilian president in 21 years.
• March 16, 1985: US journalist Terry Anderson is taken hostage in Beirut, remaining captive until December 1991.
• March 17, 1985: Expo '85, an international exhibition, opens in Tsukuba, Japan, showcasing various advancements and innovations.
• March 18, 1985: Neighbours, Australia's longest-running soap opera, debuts on Seven Network.
• March 21, 1985: Canadian paraplegic athlete Rick Hansen embarks on his 26-month Man in Motion tour, raising funds for spinal cord research and initiatives.
• March 25, 1985: The 57th Academy Awards are held, with Amadeus winning Best Picture.
• March 31, 1985: The inaugural WrestleMania, featuring Hulk Hogan and Mr. T, is held in Madison Square Garden, New York, marking a milestone in professional wrestling.
• April 1, 1985: Privatization of state-owned companies in Japan: Telegraph and Telephone Public Corporation becomes Nippon Telegraph and Telephone, and Japan Tobacco and Salt Public Corporation becomes Japan Tobacco.
• April 12, 1985: El Descanso bombing in Spain: A terrorist attack by the Islamic Jihad Organization kills 18 Spanish civilians and injures 82 at a restaurant near Madrid, frequented by U.S. military personnel.
• April 15, 1985: South Africa lifts its ban on interracial marriages, marking a significant step towards dismantling apartheid.
• April 19, 1985: Soviet Union conducts a nuclear weapon test in eastern Kazakhstan, continuing its nuclear weapons program.
• April 23, 1985: Coca-Cola releases New Coke, a reformulated version of its popular soft drink. The public response is overwhelmingly negative, leading to the reintroduction of the original formula within three months.
• April 28, 1985: The Australian Nuclear Disarmament Party (NDP) undergoes a split, reflecting differing views on nuclear disarmament and other party policies.
• May 4, 1985: The 30th Eurovision Song Contest takes place in Gothenburg, Sweden, and is won by the Bobbysocks! song La det swinge for Norway.
• May 5, 1985: U.S. President Ronald Reagan joins West German Chancellor Helmut Kohl for a controversial funeral service at a cemetery in Bitburg, West Germany, which includes the graves of 59 elite S.S. troops from World War II.
• May 9, 1985: The 3rd total Victory Day Parade is held on Red Square in Moscow in the Soviet Union, featuring T-34-85 tanks, veterans of World War II from Poland, Czechoslovakia, and the Soviet Union, and is the first parade to be held during the reign of Mikhail Gorbachev.
• May 11, 1985: The FBI brings charges against the suspected heads of the five Mafia families in New York City.
• May 15, 1985: Argentine President Raúl Alfonsín terminates Argentine administration of the Falkland Islands but does not relinquish Argentina's claim to the islands.
• May 16, 1985: Scientists of the British Antarctic Survey announce the discovery of the ozone hole.
• May 25, 1985: Approximately 10,000 people are killed when Bangladesh is affected by the storm surge from Tropical Storm One (1B).
• May 26, 1985: Young driver Danny Sullivan beats veteran Mario Andretti to win the 1985 Indianapolis 500.
• May 29, 1985: Heysel Stadium disaster: Thirty-nine spectators are killed in rioting on the terraces during the European Cup final between Liverpool F.C. and Juventus (0–1) at Heysel Stadium in Brussels, Belgium.
• May 31, 1985: Forty-four tornadoes hit Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, and Ontario, including a rare and powerful F5. In total, the event kills 90 people.
• June 6, 1985: Josef Mengele's remains, buried under a false name, were exhumed in Brazil, confirming his death.
• June 14, 1985: TWA Flight 847 hijacked by Hezbollah, resulting in one passenger's death. A suspect was arrested in 2019.
• June 15, 1985: Studio Ghibli, a renowned animation studio, was founded in Tokyo, Japan.
• June 20, 1985: A series of bomb blasts occurred in Nepal, causing significant damage and casualties.
• June 22, 1985: British and Irish police thwarted a bombing campaign targeting luxury resorts, preventing potential casualties.
• June 23, 1985: Air India Flight 182 was destroyed by a terrorist bomb, resulting in the tragic loss of all 329 passengers and crew.
• June 24, 1985: STS-51-G mission concluded with Sultan bin Salman Al Saud becoming the first Arab and Muslim in space.
• June 27, 1985: The iconic U.S. Route 66, a historic highway, was officially decommissioned, marking the end of an era.
• July 1, 1985: The Convention on the Transfer of Sentenced Persons enters into force, enabling countries to transfer prisoners to serve their sentences in their home countries.
• July 10, 1985: The Greenpeace vessel Rainbow Warrior is bombed and sunk in Auckland Harbour by French DGSE agents, leading to a diplomatic crisis between France and New Zealand.
• July 13, 1985: Live Aid benefit concerts in London and Philadelphia raise over £50 million for famine relief in Ethiopia, becoming one of the largest fundraising events in history.
• July 19, 1985: New Hampshire teacher Christa McAuliffe is selected as the first person to go into space under the Teacher in Space Project, aiming to promote science education.
• July 20, 1985: State President of South Africa, P. W. Botha, declares a state of emergency in 36 magisterial districts of South Africa amid growing civil unrest in black townships, marking a period of increased repression.
• July 27, 1985: The 63 Building officially opens as the tallest skyscraper outside North America in Yeouido, Seoul, South Korea, symbolizing the country's rapid economic development.
• August 2, 1985: Delta Air Lines Flight 191 crashed due to microburst wind shear, killing 137, leading to changes in pilot training and weather detection systems.
• August 7, 1985: Takao Doi, Mamoru Mohri, and Chiaki Mukai were selected as Japan's first astronauts, marking a significant step in Japan's space program.
• August 12, 1985: Japan Airlines Flight 123 crashed due to faulty repairs, killing 520, prompting stricter maintenance standards and aircraft inspections.
• August 14, 1985: The Accomarca massacre, where 69 villagers were killed by Peruvian security forces, highlighted human rights abuses during the country's internal conflict.
• August 22, 1985: British Airtours Flight 28M caught fire during takeoff, resulting in 55 fatalities, leading to improved evacuation procedures and aircraft design.
• August 25, 1985: Bar Harbor Airlines Flight 1808 crashed, killing all 8 on board, including Samantha Smith, a young peace activist, sparking international mourning and calls for nuclear disarmament.
• September 1, 1985: The RMS Titanic shipwreck is found by a joint American-French expedition led by Robert Ballard and Jean-Louis Michel using side-scan sonar. This discovery provided valuable insights into the events surrounding the sinking of the Titanic and helped advance underwater exploration techniques.
• September 6, 1985: Midwest Express Airlines Flight 105 crashes shortly after takeoff, resulting in the deaths of all 31 passengers and crew. This incident highlighted the need for improved safety measures in the aviation industry.
• September 13, 1985: Super Mario Bros., a groundbreaking platform game, is released for the Nintendo Entertainment System. This game revolutionized the video game industry and became a cultural phenomenon, influencing future game design and popularizing the Mario franchise.
• September 19, 1985: A devastating 8.0 magnitude earthquake strikes Mexico City, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. The earthquake raised awareness about the importance of earthquake preparedness and disaster response.
• September 20, 1985: The capital gains tax is introduced in Australia, imposing a tax on profits from the sale of assets. This tax measure aimed to generate revenue and influence investment decisions.
• September 22, 1985: The Plaza Accord is signed by the United States, Japan, the United Kingdom, France, and West Germany. This agreement aimed to stabilize exchange rates and address trade imbalances among these countries, impacting global economic dynamics.
• October 1, 1985: Israeli air force attacks Palestine Liberation Organization headquarters near Tunis, sparking international controversy and escalating tensions in the region.
• October 3, 1985: Space Shuttle Atlantis successfully launches on its maiden flight, marking a significant milestone in the American space program and paving the way for future missions.
• October 7, 1985: Four Palestinian terrorists hijack the cruise ship Achille Lauro in the Mediterranean Sea, leading to a tense standoff and the tragic killing of American passenger Leon Klinghoffer. The incident highlights the ongoing conflict in the region and raises concerns about maritime security.
• October 16, 1985: Finnish dry cargo ship MS Hanna-Marjut sinks in rough seas between the Kökar and Sottunga islands of Åland, resulting in the loss of four lives. The incident emphasizes the importance of maritime safety regulations and precautions.
• October 25, 1985: Emirates Airlines is established in Dubai and operates its inaugural flight to Karachi, Pakistan. The airline's launch marks the beginning of its growth into a major international carrier, playing a vital role in the development of Dubai's aviation industry.
• November 6, 1985: Palace of Justice siege: M-19 guerrilla group takes over the Palace of Justice in Colombia, holding Supreme Court hostage; military raid leaves many dead.
• November 9, 1985: Garry Kasparov becomes youngest-ever undisputed World Chess Champion, defeating Anatoly Karpov in all-Soviet match.
• November 12, 1985: Total solar eclipse occurs over Antarctica at 14:11:22 UTC.
• November 13, 1985: Armero tragedy: Nevado del Ruiz volcano erupts, killing 23,000 people, including 21,000 in Armero, Colombia, due to lahars.
• November 19, 1985: Cold War: U.S. President Ronald Reagan and Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev meet for the first time in Geneva.
• November 20, 1985: Microsoft releases Windows 1.0 in the U.S., with international support added in Windows 1.02 in Europe in May 1986.
• November 23, 1985: EgyptAir Flight 648 hijacked by Abu Nidal group, flown to Malta; Egyptian commandos storm plane, resulting in 60 deaths.
• November 25, 1985: Soviet Aeroflot Antonov An-12 cargo plane shot down by South African Special Forces in Angola, killing 21 people on board.
• November 29, 1985: Gérard Hoarau, exiled political leader from Seychelles, assassinated in London.
• December 1, 1985: The Organization of Ibero-American States for Education, Science and Culture (OEI) was established to promote cooperation in education, science, and culture among Ibero-American countries.
• December 8, 1985: The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) was formed to promote economic and political cooperation among South Asian countries.
• December 11, 1985: Hugh Scrutton, a computer store owner, became the first victim of the Unabomber's bombing campaign when he was killed by an explosive device outside his store.
• December 12, 1985: Arrow Air Flight 1285 crashed shortly after takeoff from Gander, Newfoundland, resulting in the deaths of 256 people, including 248 U.S. servicemen returning from a peacekeeping mission in the Sinai Peninsula.
• December 20, 1985: Pope John Paul II established World Youth Day, an international gathering of Catholic youth held every two to three years.
• December 27, 1985: Terrorists from the Abu Nidal Organization carried out simultaneous attacks at the airports in Rome and Vienna, resulting in 18 deaths and 120 injuries.