What happened on August 20, 1980?

Headlines from August 20, 1980

• ✈️ Saudi Plane Disaster – 265 are feared dead as a Saudi plane burns during landing at Riyadh, marking a tragic aviation incident.
• ⚖️ Zimbabwe Minister Released – A Zimbabwe minister is released on bail, with the Premier assuring the court of his aide's appearance for trial.
• 💼 Corporate Earnings Drop – Corporate earnings fell 19.8%, marking the worst dip since 1954, with G.N.P. also sharply declining.
• 🏦 Miners' Union Audit – The Miners' Union Bank responds to critics, stating audit finds 'undue influence' in questionable loans.
• 📈 U.S. Arms Outlay Increase – Senate Budget Panel votes to raise 1981 arms outlay by $5.6 billion, despite opposition from some members.
• 🌍 Poland Strikers Defy Appeal – Strikers in Poland defy government appeals, with demands escalating as more plants join the stoppage.
• 💰 Dollar Mixed in Markets – Currency markets see the dollar end mixed, while gold prices top $623 an ounce amid expected rate cuts.
• 📰 Democratic Senate Debate – Four Democratic rivals for Senate meet in a radio debate, discussing campaign themes and perceived weaknesses.
• 📊 California Defense Boom – California benefits from a defense boom, cushioning the effects of recession through increased U.S. spending.
• 🌱 Recycling Law Passed – Islip law mandates residents to recycle, aiming for a goal of 100 tons of recycled items daily.