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.au - Wikipedia

[March 5th, 1986] The .au country code top-level domain (ccTLD) was created to serve as Australia's internet extension. It was initially delegated to Kevin Robert Elz at the University of Melbourne, who established the foundational second-level structure (e.g., .com.au).

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[March 5th, 1986] In thew new Dynasty episode "Masquerade, Ted McGinley joined the cast. He played the recurring role of Clay Fallmont, a character who became involved with Amanda Carrington and married Sammy Jo.

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[March 5th, 1986] This letter was sent from Tom Zutaut at Geffen Records to Vicky Hamilton, the first manager of Guns N' Roses. A step toward getting their first record deal.

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[March 5th, 1986] The video game "Ninja Hattori-kun", developed and published by Hudson Soft exclusively in Japan for the Nintendo Family Computer, releases

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[March 5th, 1986] American singer-songwriter Steve Earle releases his self-titled debut studio album

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[March 5th, 1986] The TV sitcom "Fast Times", based on the 1982 film Fast Times at Ridgemont High that was produced by Amy Heckerling, who directed the original movie, premieres on CBS

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Be My Girl
Provided to YouTube by Columbia Be My Girl Β· New Kids On The Block New Kids On The Block β„— 1986 Sony Music Entertainment Inc. Released on: 1986-04-01 Bass, Drums, Guitar, Piano, Arranger,… Be My Girl

[March 5th, 1986] Vocal group New Kids on the Block releases their debut single "Be My Girl"

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1985/86 - Barcelona v Juventus (European Cup Q/F 1st Leg - 5.3.86)
Commentary by Barry Davies 1985/86 - Barcelona v Juventus (European Cup Q/F 1st Leg - 5.3.86)

[March 5th, 1986] Barcelona defeated defending champion Juventus 1-0 in the first leg of their European Cup quarter-final. Midfielder Julio Alberto scored the lone goal in the 82nd minute before 120,000 fans. Other top teams like Bayern Munich also secured wins, while some were held to draws.

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President Reagan's Remarks at Briefing for Jewish Organizations on March 5, 1986
Full Title: President Reagan's Remarks at Briefing for Jewish Organizations in Room 450, OEOB on March 5, 1986 Creator(s): President (1981-1989 : Reagan). White House Television Office.… President Reagan's Remarks at Briefing for Jewish Organizations on March 5, 1986

[March 5th, 1986] President Reagan's Remarks at Briefing for Jewish Organizations in Room 450, OEOB

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[March 5th, 1986] "Salvador", a war drama film co-written and directed by Oliver Stone, premieres in theaters.

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[March 5th, 1986] BREAKING: A military tribunal sentenced 13 Nigerian officers, including former minister General Mamman Vatsa, to death for their involvement in a December coup plot. Ten officers were executed by firing squad yesterday after being convicted.

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His family and colleagues mourn his loss.

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[October 28th, 1980] Tucson police officer James Smith, 33, was killed when his motorcycle collided with a car after being forced into oncoming traffic by another vehicle. Smith died at the scene, and no citations have been issued pending further investigation.

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[October 28th, 1980] The NBC television special "Bob Hope for President" aired. This comedic, hour-long program was a spoof of the real presidential election that year between Ronald Reagan and Jimmy Carter.

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THE JAM - Newcastle City Hall Oct 1980  - 8 songs REMASTERED in 1080p
The Jam played at Newcastle City Hall on the 27th and 28th October 1980. These 8 songs were recorded during those dates for Tyne Tees' 'Check It Out' TV show. 01 Going Underground 02 Pretty… THE JAM - Newcastle City Hall Oct 1980 - 8 songs REMASTERED in 1080p

[October 28th, 1980] The Jam played a concert at Newcastle City Hall in England.

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Frank Zappa - 1980 10 28 - Palace Theater, Albany, NY
Audio From Zappateers.com From FZShows: Frank Zappa's Band, September - December 1980 FZ, Ike Willis, Steve Vai, Ray White, Arthur Barrow, Vinnie Colaiuta, Tommy Mars, Bob Harris #2 1980 10 28 -… Frank Zappa - 1980 10 28 - Palace Theater, Albany, NY

[October 28th, 1980] Frank Zappa performed at the Palace Theatre in Albany, New York

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Password Plus (Ep. 475) (10-28-1980) (Tom Kennedy First Aired Show) (All Celebrity Week) (Day 1)
Episode Numbers #475-#479 Taped: October 12, 1980 Aired: October 28-31; November 03, 1980 Celebrities: Nancy Walker, Judy Norton Taylor, Jim Perry, Greg Morris Hosted by Tom Kennedy Thank you… Password Plus (Ep. 475) (10-28-1980) (Tom Kennedy First Aired Show) (All Celebrity Week) (Day 1)

[October 28th, 1980] Password Plus

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Police are investigating, with no suspects or murder weapon found, and it is unclear if she was killed at the scene or dumped there.

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[October 28th, 1980] A 16-year-old honor student, Paula Bohovesky, was found dead in Pearl River, having been brutally stabbed, strangled, and possibly sexually assaulted. The community, known for its safety, is shocked and concerned.

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Match Game PM (Episode 203) (BLANK Electric for $15,000 with Charles Nelson Reilly)
Robert Walden, Brett Somers, Charles Nelson Reilly, Judy Landers, Bill Daily, and Marcia Wallace Match Game PM (Episode 203) (BLANK Electric for $15,000 with Charles Nelson Reilly)

[October 28th, 1980] Match Game PM

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[October 28th, 1980] Today's Doonesbury comic

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[October 28th, 1980] Mildred E. Smith's patent is granted for his Family Relationships Card Game

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New Mexico saw more significant snowfall, with Las Cruces experiencing its first October snow in recorded history.

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[October 28th, 1980] El Paso got an early October snowfall, with flurries but no accumulation, as temperatures dropped to 34 degrees. The National Weather Service said warming will return by Thursday, and the snow is not an indicator of a harsh winter.

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[October 28th, 1980] Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre, in North Mackay, opened for business as residential development spread in the areas north of the river.

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The Islanders' coach warned about complacency after the win.

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[October 28th, 1980] The New York Islanders ended a four-game losing streak with a 6-4 win over the Montreal Canadiens, thanks to Mike Bossy's third-period hat trick. Bossy, who had gone three games without a goal, returned to form, scoring the game-winning goal.

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[October 28th, 1980] French actor Alain delon on the TV set of French channel TF1, in Paris, to present his new film "Trois hommes Γ  abattre".

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[October 28th, 1980] Portsmouth fans faced violence during their 4-1 League Cup loss to Liverpool, with two injured and 16 arrested. Tensions flared before and after the match, though Portsmouth manager Frank Burrows praised his supporters despite the team's exit from the competition.

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A controversial penalty on Ranger defenseman Mario Marois led to a power-play goal for the Blues, and the Rangers struggled to recover from the disadvantage.

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