What happened on September 21, 1985?

Headlines from September 21, 1985

• ♟️ Kasparov Draws Karpov – Gary Kasparov forced reigning champion Anatoly Karpov to a draw in the sixth game of their world chess championship match in Moscow.
• 🌍 Earthquake Devastates Mexico – A major earthquake struck Mexico City, causing widespread destruction and a rising death toll, with significant economic implications.
• 📈 U.S. Proposes Debt Relief – The U.S. plans to propose a joint effort by the World Bank and IMF to address the debt crisis affecting poor countries.
• 📚 Animal Welfare Chair Established – The University of Pennsylvania announced the establishment of the first professorship in humane ethics and animal welfare.
• ⚖️ South African Cleric Freed – Rev. Allan Boesak, a prominent anti-apartheid leader, was released on bail after being charged and detained for nearly a month.
• 📉 G.N.P. Leak Inquiry – The U.S. Commerce Department launched an inquiry into the premature disclosure of gross national product growth estimates.
• 📊 Corporate Profits Rise – After-tax corporate profits in the U.S. increased slightly by 0.3% in the second quarter, marking the first rise since early 1984.
• 📞 U.S. Experts Aid Mexico – American telecommunications experts prepared to assist in restoring phone services in Mexico following the earthquake's devastation.
• 🏛️ Reagan Supports Liberal Arts – President Reagan expressed support for liberal arts education during a meeting with college students at the White House.
• 📈 Ford Raises Car Prices – Ford Motor Company announced a 2.9% average price increase for its 1986 model cars, reflecting market conditions.