What happened on June 30, 1980?

Headlines from June 30, 1980

• ⚛️ Krypton Gas Release – Full-scale release of krypton gas begins at Three Mile Island reactor, raising safety concerns about nuclear energy.
• 🏌️‍♂️ De Vicenzo Wins Golf – De Vicenzo triumphs in U.S. Senior Golf Championship, finishing one under par and gaining recognition.
• 🇪🇬 Shah's Condition Improves – Egypt's President Sadat reports significant improvement in the health of the Shah, with possible minor surgery ahead.
• 🌍 Bulgaria Seeks Commerce – Bulgaria expresses eagerness to expand business ties with the West, aiming for joint ventures and economic growth.
• 🌡️ Dallas Heat Wave – Dallas experiences a severe heat wave, leading to multiple deaths, particularly among the elderly population.
• 📈 Unused Public Works Funds – $100 billion allocated for public works found to be unused, highlighting inefficiencies in city planning.
• 🌪️ Storms Hit Baltimore – Severe storms in Baltimore injure 16 people, causing damage to the zoo and waterfront areas.
• 📊 Economic Attitudes Shift – Economic standings reflect changing attitudes towards Cuban refugees, with discussions on expulsion and financial impacts.
• 🎉 Puerto Rican Flag at Olympics – Puerto Rican flag to be flown at the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games, marking a significant cultural moment.
• ⚖️ Tax Cuts Rejected – Treasury Secretary announces President Carter's rejection of immediate tax cuts, emphasizing inflation control.