1980/1986 News
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I'm not gonna post any news for February 14, or Valentine's Day.
My dad's friend's funeral is that day and I will be paying my respects to that person.
Make-up for February 14, 1986 is on February 16, because since February 15, 1986 fell on a Saturday, it'll likely have over 50 events planned.
My dad's friend's funeral is that day and I will be paying my respects to that person.
Make-up for February 14, 1986 is on February 16, because since February 15, 1986 fell on a Saturday, it'll likely have over 50 events planned.
[February 18th, 1986] A very memorable incident right here: Rowdy Roddy Piper and Cowboy Bob Orton bringing The Haiti Kid to the Piper's Pit set and giving him a haircut to resemble Mr T, as well as taping his mouth shut
February 18, 2026 at 8:04 PM
[February 18th, 1986] A very memorable incident right here: Rowdy Roddy Piper and Cowboy Bob Orton bringing The Haiti Kid to the Piper's Pit set and giving him a haircut to resemble Mr T, as well as taping his mouth shut
[February 18th, 1986] Undercover soldiers shot and killed 20-year-old Francis Patrick Bradley in Co. Antrim during a secret operation last night. Two other men were arrested at the scene where two loaded rifles were recovered. The RUC is investigating the fatal shooting.
February 18, 2026 at 8:03 PM
[February 18th, 1986] Undercover soldiers shot and killed 20-year-old Francis Patrick Bradley in Co. Antrim during a secret operation last night. Two other men were arrested at the scene where two loaded rifles were recovered. The RUC is investigating the fatal shooting.
[February 18th, 1986] Oklahoma crushed Nebraska 102-75 in a Big Eight women's basketball game, marking the Cornhuskers' worst loss of the season. Despite Nebraska briefly leading in the second half, the Sooners regained control with an 8-0 run. OU's Vickie Green led all scorers with 28 points.
February 18, 2026 at 8:03 PM
[February 18th, 1986] Oklahoma crushed Nebraska 102-75 in a Big Eight women's basketball game, marking the Cornhuskers' worst loss of the season. Despite Nebraska briefly leading in the second half, the Sooners regained control with an 8-0 run. OU's Vickie Green led all scorers with 28 points.
[February 18th, 1986] Prince Philip watched conservationists tranquilize a rhino in Nepal to fit it with a radio collar for tracking. He refused to fire the dart but named the animal Philip, contrasting with past hunting activities in the area.
February 18, 2026 at 8:03 PM
[February 18th, 1986] Prince Philip watched conservationists tranquilize a rhino in Nepal to fit it with a radio collar for tracking. He refused to fire the dart but named the animal Philip, contrasting with past hunting activities in the area.
[February 18th, 1986] The underground short film "The Right Side of my Brain", directed by Richard Kern and starring Lydia Lunch, premieres. It is a seminal work of the Cinema of Transgression movement, known for its raw, black-and-white aesthetic and transgressive themes.
February 18, 2026 at 8:01 PM
[February 18th, 1986] The underground short film "The Right Side of my Brain", directed by Richard Kern and starring Lydia Lunch, premieres. It is a seminal work of the Cinema of Transgression movement, known for its raw, black-and-white aesthetic and transgressive themes.
[February 18th, 1986] Mounties are cracking down on dangerous drivers on Highway 16, blaming driver error and weather, not the road itself, for fatalities. They are reviving Operation 16 to encourage reporting and increasing patrols with strict enforcement.
February 18, 2026 at 7:04 PM
[February 18th, 1986] Mounties are cracking down on dangerous drivers on Highway 16, blaming driver error and weather, not the road itself, for fatalities. They are reviving Operation 16 to encourage reporting and increasing patrols with strict enforcement.
[February 18th, 1986] A fierce, polarized feud erupted in Portland over Fred Meyer's plan to build a large store in Sullivan's Gulch, dividing neighborhoods. Opponents cite traffic and land-use conflicts, while the company claims the decision tests Portland's business openness.
February 18, 2026 at 7:03 PM
[February 18th, 1986] A fierce, polarized feud erupted in Portland over Fred Meyer's plan to build a large store in Sullivan's Gulch, dividing neighborhoods. Opponents cite traffic and land-use conflicts, while the company claims the decision tests Portland's business openness.
[February 18th, 1986] Václav Smetáček, a prominent Czech conductor, composer, and oboist, died in Prague at the age of 79.
February 18, 2026 at 7:03 PM
[February 18th, 1986] Václav Smetáček, a prominent Czech conductor, composer, and oboist, died in Prague at the age of 79.
[February 18th, 1986] England batsman Mike Gatting suffered a broken nose after being hit by a delivery from Malcolm Marshall in Jamaica. Despite the severe injury requiring stitches, Gatting felt lucky it wasn't a worse facial injury.
February 18, 2026 at 7:03 PM
[February 18th, 1986] England batsman Mike Gatting suffered a broken nose after being hit by a delivery from Malcolm Marshall in Jamaica. Despite the severe injury requiring stitches, Gatting felt lucky it wasn't a worse facial injury.
[February 18th, 1986] The Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame honored five inductees, including Jim Otto. Raiders owner Al Davis returned to Oakland for the ceremony, commanding attention with commentary on the NFL and hints of the team's potential return.
February 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM
[February 18th, 1986] The Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame honored five inductees, including Jim Otto. Raiders owner Al Davis returned to Oakland for the ceremony, commanding attention with commentary on the NFL and hints of the team's potential return.
[February 18th, 1986] Colorful covers of today's comic book issues
February 18, 2026 at 6:05 PM
[February 18th, 1986] Colorful covers of today's comic book issues
[February 18th, 1986] Vancouver council committed to equal employment opportunities for the disabled, women, and minorities. They approved over $102,000 annually for a dedicated EEO office, which some members argued was an unnecessary expense.
February 18, 2026 at 6:05 PM
[February 18th, 1986] Vancouver council committed to equal employment opportunities for the disabled, women, and minorities. They approved over $102,000 annually for a dedicated EEO office, which some members argued was an unnecessary expense.
[February 18th, 1986] A B-1B Lancer completed its first aerial refueling mission over Southern California. This flight was part of a critical series of tests conducted by the Air Force to achieve limited qualification for the bomber's refueling capabilities as it worked toward
February 18, 2026 at 6:04 PM
[February 18th, 1986] A B-1B Lancer completed its first aerial refueling mission over Southern California. This flight was part of a critical series of tests conducted by the Air Force to achieve limited qualification for the bomber's refueling capabilities as it worked toward
[February 18th, 1986] Today's Calvin and Hobbes comic
February 18, 2026 at 6:04 PM
[February 18th, 1986] Today's Calvin and Hobbes comic
[February 18th, 1986] Quebec's Premier Bourassa promoted a new francophone foreign aid plan in Paris without federal approval, a move that overshadowed Canada's strong anti-apartheid statement at the same summit.
February 18, 2026 at 6:04 PM
[February 18th, 1986] Quebec's Premier Bourassa promoted a new francophone foreign aid plan in Paris without federal approval, a move that overshadowed Canada's strong anti-apartheid statement at the same summit.
[February 18th, 1986] Prince Charles arrived in Dallas for a five-day visit to kick off the Texas Sesquicentennial. Greeted by bagpipers in 80-degree heat, he will honor H. Ross Perot and promote British-U.S. business.
February 18, 2026 at 6:01 PM
[February 18th, 1986] Prince Charles arrived in Dallas for a five-day visit to kick off the Texas Sesquicentennial. Greeted by bagpipers in 80-degree heat, he will honor H. Ross Perot and promote British-U.S. business.
[February 18th, 1986] Rancho star Greg Anthony prioritizes academics (3.2 GPA) and family—including his fiancée and infant son—over top college offers, choosing Portland. The versatile 6'2" player averages over 21 points while working weekends.
February 18, 2026 at 5:06 PM
[February 18th, 1986] Rancho star Greg Anthony prioritizes academics (3.2 GPA) and family—including his fiancée and infant son—over top college offers, choosing Portland. The versatile 6'2" player averages over 21 points while working weekends.
[February 18th, 1986] The UDC once promised no parking for the new Javits Center, but officials now propose building three large garages nearby. This plan faces review for traffic and air quality impacts, which some see as a common tactic to bypass initial environmental restrictions.
February 18, 2026 at 5:06 PM
[February 18th, 1986] The UDC once promised no parking for the new Javits Center, but officials now propose building three large garages nearby. This plan faces review for traffic and air quality impacts, which some see as a common tactic to bypass initial environmental restrictions.
[February 18th, 1986] Senior wrestler Mike Fusilli, 31-1 this season and a recent Section 5 champ, is focused on winning the upcoming state qualifier to achieve his goal of a state title.
February 18, 2026 at 5:05 PM
[February 18th, 1986] Senior wrestler Mike Fusilli, 31-1 this season and a recent Section 5 champ, is focused on winning the upcoming state qualifier to achieve his goal of a state title.
[February 18th, 1986] Shreveport experienced a record high of 87 degrees, but the warm weather ends this weekend with highs in the mid-50s and possible near-freezing lows. Meteorologists noted that such 80-degree days are not uncommon for February.
February 18, 2026 at 5:04 PM
[February 18th, 1986] Shreveport experienced a record high of 87 degrees, but the warm weather ends this weekend with highs in the mid-50s and possible near-freezing lows. Meteorologists noted that such 80-degree days are not uncommon for February.
[February 18th, 1986] Congress moves to cut aid to the Philippines over election fraud, contrasting with the White House cautioning that it jeopardizes US bases. Senate leaders drafted a resolution condemning the vote, while opposition leaders accuse Marcos of theft.
February 18, 2026 at 5:02 PM
[February 18th, 1986] Congress moves to cut aid to the Philippines over election fraud, contrasting with the White House cautioning that it jeopardizes US bases. Senate leaders drafted a resolution condemning the vote, while opposition leaders accuse Marcos of theft.
[February 18th, 1986] Jimmy Carter received an honorary doctorate from Messiah College, speaking on religion and foreign policy. He argued that national justice requires peace, human rights advocacy, and alleviating suffering, urging students to implement Christian ideals nationally.
February 18, 2026 at 4:05 PM
[February 18th, 1986] Jimmy Carter received an honorary doctorate from Messiah College, speaking on religion and foreign policy. He argued that national justice requires peace, human rights advocacy, and alleviating suffering, urging students to implement Christian ideals nationally.
[February 18th, 1986] A Los Angeles jury recommended the death penalty via gas chamber for 19-year-old Tiquon Cox, convicted of murdering four family members of former football star Kermit Alexander in 1984.
February 18, 2026 at 4:05 PM
[February 18th, 1986] A Los Angeles jury recommended the death penalty via gas chamber for 19-year-old Tiquon Cox, convicted of murdering four family members of former football star Kermit Alexander in 1984.
[February 18th, 1986] Jackson Browne releases his single "Lives in the Balance"
Jackson Browne “Lives In The Balance” Official Music Video
Jackson Browne “Lives In The Balance” Official Music Video
From Solo Acoustic Vol. 1 (2005)
Video by Andrew Thomas
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February 18, 2026 at 4:04 PM
[February 18th, 1986] Jackson Browne releases his single "Lives in the Balance"
[February 18th, 1986] Fifteen Texas cities, including San Antonio, set record high temperatures on Tuesday due to arid winds from Mexico. San Antonio hit 91 degrees, breaking a record from 1971, while Laredo reached the nation's high of 100 degrees.
February 18, 2026 at 4:04 PM
[February 18th, 1986] Fifteen Texas cities, including San Antonio, set record high temperatures on Tuesday due to arid winds from Mexico. San Antonio hit 91 degrees, breaking a record from 1971, while Laredo reached the nation's high of 100 degrees.