#1980s
Margaret Thatcher became Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in 1979 and served for eleven years, making her the longest-serving British prime... Read more
Diego Maradona played a critical role in Napoli's success in the late 1980s. When he arrived in 1984, Napoli had never won a Serie A title. However,... Read more
Keith Haring was inspired by a variety of sources, including New York City street culture, pop art, and social and political issues. He began his... Read more
The 1980s were a decade of dominance for several basketball teams in the National Basketball Association (NBA), with a handful of teams emerging as... Read more
The song by Eurythmics that is famous for its catchy synth riff and powerful vocals is 'Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)'. Released in 1983, 'Sweet... Read more
Journey's 'Don't Stop Believin'' is the 1980s power ballad that has become an anthem for sports events and TV shows. Released in 1981, the song has... Read more
The U.S. intervention in Panama in the 1980s had significant impacts on both Panama and the United States. The U.S. military invaded Panama in 1989... Read more
Bon Jovi's 1986 hit song 'Livin' on a Prayer' has become a beloved karaoke favorite, known for its iconic chorus and memorable guitar solo. The power... Read more
In the early 1980s, IBM faced a challenge from the rise of personal computers. The company was known for its mainframe computers, which were large... Read more
In the 1980s, the United States intervened in Lebanon for several reasons, including geopolitical interests in the Middle East, concerns about the... Read more