What happened on July 8, 1981?

Headlines from July 8, 1981

• ✈️ Solar Plane Crosses Channel – The first solar-powered airplane successfully crossed the English Channel, marking a milestone in aviation technology.
• ⚖️ O'Connor Nominated – Judge Sandra Day O'Connor is nominated by President Reagan as the first woman to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court.
• 🌍 U.S. Accepts Polish Emigres – The U.S. has accepted 1,100 Polish emigres in the last 10 months, with plans for further refugee assistance.
• 📈 Producer Prices Rise – The Producer Price Index for finished goods rose by 0.6% in June, indicating a slight increase in inflation.
• 💼 Connecticut Legalizes Medical Marijuana – Connecticut Governor signs a bill allowing doctors to prescribe marijuana for patients with specific medical conditions.
• 💰 Brazil Raises Coffee Prices – Brazil announces an increase in the minimum price paid to coffee growers, potentially affecting global coffee prices.
• 📊 Citicorp Auction Rate Up – Citicorp reports an average rate of 17.378% at its auction of 91-day commercial paper, up from the previous week.
• 📰 Reagan Defends Policies – President Reagan defends his economic policies and criticizes opponents during a political trip.
• 📉 OPEC Lawsuit Dismissed – A U.S. court rules that OPEC cannot be sued under antitrust laws, dismissing a long-standing lawsuit.
• 🏦 General Mills Reports Earnings – General Mills announces an 8.2% increase in net income for the fourth quarter, reflecting strong performance.