What happened on March 5, 1990?

Headlines from March 5, 1990

• 🏛️ Italy Fears Art Loss – Italy worries about art treasures scattering in Europe after armed men stole over 200 valuable artifacts from Herculaneum.
• 🇿🇦 Mandela Hailed in Zimbabwe – Nelson Mandela received a warm welcome in Zimbabwe, celebrated as a hero by South African exiles and locals.
• 🏀 Loyola Star Dies – Hank Gathers, a top NCAA scorer, tragically collapsed and died during a game at 23 years old.
• 🎉 Nadia Comaneci Returns – Nadia Comaneci revisited Montreal's Olympic Stadium, celebrating her historic seven perfect 10s from 1976.
• 📈 Diamond Trade Gains – Belgium's diamond trade saw a 25% increase in 1989, solidifying its position as the world's largest diamond market.
• 🏥 Job Growth in Health Care – The health care sector in the U.S. is growing rapidly, outpacing population growth and raising concerns over costs.
• 📰 New Policy Aids Families – A new U.S. immigration policy aims to keep families of legal residents together, offering relief to many.
• 🌍 World Bank in China – The World Bank's influence has been pivotal in China's economic transformation over the last decade.
• 🎓 Learning Methods Study – Harvard University released a study suggesting simple teaching changes can significantly enhance college learning.
• 🏛️ European Storms Update – Recent hurricane-force winds in Western Europe have caused significant damage and fatalities, linked to jet stream changes.