1980s

IEEE Spectrum has published a retrospective on the Bloomberg Terminal, the iconic financial data workstation introduced by Michael Bloomberg's company in the early 1980s that became a fixture on trading desks worldwide. The piece traces the terminal's design, business model, and lasting influence on how financial information is delivered, drawing interest from technology and finance readers.

A 2008 blog post parodying classic Atari 2600 video game box cover art is recirculating, drawing nostalgic attention to the odd, dramatic illustrations that adorned early game packaging. Readers are sharing the strange, satirical takes on retro artwork, sparking discussion about the distinctive visual style of 1970s and 1980s game covers.

Richard Gere is drawing fresh attention in Spain, coinciding with Michael Douglas's disclosure that he was not the original choice to play Gordon Gekko in Wall Street. The casting story has revived interest in 1980s Hollywood and the actors who did and did not land iconic roles, prompting fans to revisit Gere's career from that era.

New Orleans is asking the US Supreme Court to take up its long-running legal fight with Calvin Duncan, a New Orleans man wrongfully convicted in the 1980s and later exonerated. The city is seeking review of lower court rulings in his favor, and the justices' decision on whether to hear the dispute is being watched closely.

IEEE Spectrum has published a retrospective on the Bloomberg terminal, the financial data workstation Michael Bloomberg's company introduced in the 1980s and that remains a fixture on trading desks worldwide. Readers on Hacker News are discussing the article, trading hundreds of comments on the terminal's technology, its steep cost, and why it has held off competition for decades.

A new feature explores how the defining games of retro gaming's golden age came together through improvisation rather than careful planning, gathering accounts of the chaotic development processes behind era-defining classics. The piece argues that many beloved titles from the 1980s and 1990s were shaped by accidents, deadline pressure and experimentation, offering a messier picture than the polished mythology usually attached to gaming's formative years.

Jean Bruce Scott, best known for playing Caitlin O'Heaney on the 1980s action series Airwolf, is the subject of renewed interest four decades after the show first aired. A retrospective piece looks back at her life and career since the series ended, reviving nostalgia among fans of classic 80s television.

Bankrate has published a historical overview of certificate of deposit interest rates in the United States covering 1984 through 2025. The data traces how CD yields climbed to double digits in the mid-1980s, fell steadily through the 1990s and 2010s, and rose again after the recent cycle of Federal Reserve rate increases. Savers are comparing today's rates against four decades of history.

Edi Gathegi, known for his role in the recent 'Superman' film, has been cast in 'Miami Vice '85', the new take on the classic 1980s series, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Details of his role have not been disclosed. The project continues to build its cast as anticipation grows around the revival of the iconic franchise.

Edi Gathegi, who appears as Mister Terrific in the recent Superman film, has been cast in a key role in 'Miami Vice '85', The Hollywood Reporter reports exclusively. The film draws on the classic 1980s series, and Gathegi is also known for 'X-Men: First Class'. The casting news is drawing attention from fans of both the actor and the franchise.

The Dream Syndicate are marking the anniversary of their 1984 album 'The Medicine Show' with a reissue and live performances celebrating the record. The Los Angeles paisley underground band's second album remains a touchstone of their catalog, and the anniversary edition gives fans remastered material alongside shows revisiting the album's songs.

Outside Magazine reports that hiking apparel has barely changed since the 1980s, and a new wave of fashion-world designers is now working to overhaul it. The piece highlights how designers from outside the outdoor industry are rethinking trail clothing, bringing contemporary aesthetics to a category long dominated by utilitarian, performance-driven styles.