Mary Lou Retton wins two gold, two silver and two bronze medals. The AIDS virus is discovered. Run-D.M.C. are the first ever rap group to have an album certified gold. LIVE AID in London and Philadelphi. Gorbachev becomes president of the Soviet Union.
New coke is introduced.
Madonna begins her first tour. Nintendo home entertainment system introduced. Leaded gas is officially banned in the US Rock 'n' Roll Hall of fame is opened. The space shuttle Challenger explodes. Lybia's Col. Khadafi.