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Who do you think was the most important person born in 1985?
1️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/8yqeFa/1" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Cristiano Ronaldo (February 5)
2️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/8yqeFa/2" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Lewis Hamilton (January 7)
3️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/8yqeFa/3" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Bruno Mars (October 8)
4️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/8yqeFa/4" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Other (comment)
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1️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/8yqeFa/1" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Cristiano Ronaldo (February 5)
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4️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/8yqeFa/4" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Other (comment)
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[September 12th, 1980] The Specials release their single "Stereotype "
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Stereotype
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December 16, 2025 at 3:04 AM
[September 12th, 1980] The Specials release their single "Stereotype "
[September 12th, 1980] Hurricane Frances, moving west-northwest at 10 mph, has 90 mph winds and poses no land threat. Forecasters note its slow progress due to no steering currents. It’s the fifth Atlantic hurricane, developing rapidly from a disturbance.
December 16, 2025 at 3:03 AM
[September 12th, 1980] Hurricane Frances, moving west-northwest at 10 mph, has 90 mph winds and poses no land threat. Forecasters note its slow progress due to no steering currents. It’s the fifth Atlantic hurricane, developing rapidly from a disturbance.
[September 12th, 1980] Josephine Hoffa died at 62 in a hospital, her health declining after his 1975 disappearance, which remains unsolved. She met her husband, Jimmy Hoffa, on a Detroit picket line, supporting him through his rise, 58-month prison, and attempted return to power.
December 16, 2025 at 3:02 AM
[September 12th, 1980] Josephine Hoffa died at 62 in a hospital, her health declining after his 1975 disappearance, which remains unsolved. She met her husband, Jimmy Hoffa, on a Detroit picket line, supporting him through his rise, 58-month prison, and attempted return to power.
[September 12th, 1980] The Mets dropped their 13th straight game to the Cubs, 10-5, with a five-run 14th inning rally led by Mike Vail’s home run. They had a 9.5-game lead but now trail by 32, having lost 18 of 19 games.
December 16, 2025 at 3:01 AM
[September 12th, 1980] The Mets dropped their 13th straight game to the Cubs, 10-5, with a five-run 14th inning rally led by Mike Vail’s home run. They had a 9.5-game lead but now trail by 32, having lost 18 of 19 games.
[September 12th, 1980] George Wallace on the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson
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[September 12th, 1980] George Wallace on the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson
[September 12th, 1980] Bob Marley and the Wailers release their single "Three Little Birds". It was originally released in 1977 on their "Exodus" album
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December 16, 2025 at 2:04 AM
[September 12th, 1980] Bob Marley and the Wailers release their single "Three Little Birds". It was originally released in 1977 on their "Exodus" album
[September 12th, 1980] Stevie Wonder releases his single "Master Blaster (Jammin')"
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Hotter Than July
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December 16, 2025 at 2:03 AM
[September 12th, 1980] Stevie Wonder releases his single "Master Blaster (Jammin')"
[September 12th, 1980] Flier for “NY’s Best in Concert” at the Audubon Ballroom
December 16, 2025 at 2:02 AM
[September 12th, 1980] Flier for “NY’s Best in Concert” at the Audubon Ballroom
[September 12th, 1980] A bright, round object radiating red and white colors from all sides is reported south of Bojnord, North Khorasan, Iran
December 16, 2025 at 2:01 AM
[September 12th, 1980] A bright, round object radiating red and white colors from all sides is reported south of Bojnord, North Khorasan, Iran
[September 12th, 1980] President Carter awarded Medal of Honor to former Marine Anthony Casamento for WWII Guadalcanal heroism, 38 years later.
December 16, 2025 at 2:00 AM
[September 12th, 1980] President Carter awarded Medal of Honor to former Marine Anthony Casamento for WWII Guadalcanal heroism, 38 years later.
[September 12th, 1980] Lillian Randolph, 81, died of cancer in Los Angeles, California. A pioneering Black actress, she portrayed domestics in TV, radio, films, and commercials, including Madame Queen in Amos and Andy and Birdie in The Great Gildersleeve.
December 16, 2025 at 1:04 AM
[September 12th, 1980] Lillian Randolph, 81, died of cancer in Los Angeles, California. A pioneering Black actress, she portrayed domestics in TV, radio, films, and commercials, including Madame Queen in Amos and Andy and Birdie in The Great Gildersleeve.
[September 12th, 1980] Simple Minds releases their third studio album "Empires and Dance"
December 16, 2025 at 1:03 AM
[September 12th, 1980] Simple Minds releases their third studio album "Empires and Dance"
[September 12th, 1980] Outfielder Jeff Burroughs announces the birth of a son. They name him Sean Burroughs.
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December 16, 2025 at 1:02 AM
[September 12th, 1980] Outfielder Jeff Burroughs announces the birth of a son. They name him Sean Burroughs.
[September 12th, 1980] Khomeini outlined four hostage release conditions: return of the deposed shah's wealth, cancellation of U.S. claims against Iran, no military/political intervention, and unfreezing Iranian funds. He omitted a prior U.S. apology demand, which may reflect a shift or oversight.
December 16, 2025 at 1:01 AM
[September 12th, 1980] Khomeini outlined four hostage release conditions: return of the deposed shah's wealth, cancellation of U.S. claims against Iran, no military/political intervention, and unfreezing Iranian funds. He omitted a prior U.S. apology demand, which may reflect a shift or oversight.
[September 12th, 1980] XTC releases their fourth studio album "Black Sea"
December 16, 2025 at 1:00 AM
[September 12th, 1980] XTC releases their fourth studio album "Black Sea"
[September 12th, 1980] Harley Race vs Mil Mascaras
Harley Race vs Mil Mascaras (All Japan September 12th, 1980)
Taped at Ichinomiya Industrial Gym, Aichi. For the NWA World Heavyweight title
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December 16, 2025 at 12:04 AM
[September 12th, 1980] Harley Race vs Mil Mascaras
[September 12th, 1980] Today's Garfield comic by Jim Davis
December 16, 2025 at 12:03 AM
[September 12th, 1980] Today's Garfield comic by Jim Davis
[September 12th, 1980] The slasher film "Prom Night", directed by Paul Lynch, written by William Gray, and starring Jamie Lee Curtis and Leslie Nielsen, is released in Canada
December 16, 2025 at 12:02 AM
[September 12th, 1980] The slasher film "Prom Night", directed by Paul Lynch, written by William Gray, and starring Jamie Lee Curtis and Leslie Nielsen, is released in Canada
[September 12th, 1980] David Bowie releases his fourteenth studio album "Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps)"
December 16, 2025 at 12:01 AM
[September 12th, 1980] David Bowie releases his fourteenth studio album "Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps)"
[September 12th, 1980] Ozzy Osbourne launched the "Blizzard of Ozz" Tour with their first concert at the Apollo in Glasgow, Scotland.
December 16, 2025 at 12:00 AM
[September 12th, 1980] Ozzy Osbourne launched the "Blizzard of Ozz" Tour with their first concert at the Apollo in Glasgow, Scotland.
Who do you think was the most notable person that died in 1985?
1️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/3uWkyD/1" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Orson Welles (October 10)
2️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/3uWkyD/2" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Yul Brynner (October 10)
3️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/3uWkyD/3" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Rock Hudson (October 2)
4️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/3uWkyD/4" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Other (comment)
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1️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/3uWkyD/1" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Orson Welles (October 10)
2️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/3uWkyD/2" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Yul Brynner (October 10)
3️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/3uWkyD/3" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Rock Hudson (October 2)
4️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/3uWkyD/4" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Other (comment)
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December 15, 2025 at 11:25 PM
Who do you think was the most notable person that died in 1985?
1️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/3uWkyD/1" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Orson Welles (October 10)
2️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/3uWkyD/2" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Yul Brynner (October 10)
3️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/3uWkyD/3" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Rock Hudson (October 2)
4️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/3uWkyD/4" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Other (comment)
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1️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/3uWkyD/1" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Orson Welles (October 10)
2️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/3uWkyD/2" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Yul Brynner (October 10)
3️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/3uWkyD/3" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Rock Hudson (October 2)
4️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/3uWkyD/4" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Other (comment)
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[September 12th, 1980] BREAKING: Turkey's military ousted civilian leaders in a bloodless coup to restore stability, abolishing the 19-year-old constitution. Gen. Kenan Evren, a moderate, pledged civilian rule and pro-Western policies, including NATO loyalty.
December 15, 2025 at 11:19 PM
[September 12th, 1980] BREAKING: Turkey's military ousted civilian leaders in a bloodless coup to restore stability, abolishing the 19-year-old constitution. Gen. Kenan Evren, a moderate, pledged civilian rule and pro-Western policies, including NATO loyalty.
[September 12th, 1980] English heavy metal singer Ozzy Osbourne releases his debut studio album "Blizzard Of Ozz"
December 15, 2025 at 11:14 PM
[September 12th, 1980] English heavy metal singer Ozzy Osbourne releases his debut studio album "Blizzard Of Ozz"
[December 15th, 1985] In Manila, the opposition unified to proclaim Corazon Aquino as presidential candidate and Salvador Laurel as her running mate, opposing 20-year ruler Ferdinand Marcos. Aquino, widow of assassinated senator Benigno Aquino, vowed to fight corruption and dictatorship, drawing
December 15, 2025 at 10:06 PM
[December 15th, 1985] In Manila, the opposition unified to proclaim Corazon Aquino as presidential candidate and Salvador Laurel as her running mate, opposing 20-year ruler Ferdinand Marcos. Aquino, widow of assassinated senator Benigno Aquino, vowed to fight corruption and dictatorship, drawing
[December 15th, 1985] UCLA won its first NCAA Division I soccer championship, defeating American University 1-0 in the record-breaking eighth overtime. Andy Burke scored the game-winning goal at 1:66:05, capitalizing on a well-timed pass. UCLA, led by coach Sigi Schmid, showcased superior physical
December 15, 2025 at 10:05 PM
[December 15th, 1985] UCLA won its first NCAA Division I soccer championship, defeating American University 1-0 in the record-breaking eighth overtime. Andy Burke scored the game-winning goal at 1:66:05, capitalizing on a well-timed pass. UCLA, led by coach Sigi Schmid, showcased superior physical