What happened on Monday January 01, 1990?

Here's what happened on January 01, 1990:

• German reunification completed on October 3, 1990 On October 3, 1990, Germany was officially reunified after 45 years of division following World War II. This historic event marked the end of the Cold War era in Germany and the formation of a single, democratic state. The reunification was celebrated nationwide, with ceremonies including the raising of the German flag at the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin. source: archives.gov
• David Dinkins becomes New York City's first Black mayor On January 1, 1990, David N. Dinkins was inaugurated as the 106th Mayor of New York City, becoming the first African American to hold the position. Prior to his election, Dinkins served as Manhattan borough president and held various public service roles, including member of the New York State Assembly and president of the city's Board of Elections. His tenure focused on addressing issues such as crime, housing, and racial tensions in the city. source: washingtonpost.com
• Florida State defeats Nebraska 41-17 in 1990 Fiesta Bowl On January 1, 1990, the Florida State Seminoles secured a decisive 41-17 victory over the Nebraska Cornhuskers in the Fiesta Bowl at Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Arizona. Seminoles quarterback Peter Tom Willis delivered an outstanding performance, passing for 422 yards and five touchdowns, setting a new school record. This win capped a 10-2 season for Florida State, marking their tenth consecutive victory after an 0-2 start. source: latimes.com
• Glasgow named European City of Culture for 1990 In 1989, Glasgow was designated as the European City of Culture for 1990, becoming the first UK city to receive this honor. The year-long celebration featured numerous cultural events, including performances by international artists like Luciano Pavarotti and Frank Sinatra, and the opening of the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall. The initiative significantly boosted the city's cultural profile and economy. source: deseret.com
• FCC reinstates syndication exclusivity rules to protect local TV stations On January 1, 1990, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) reinstated syndication exclusivity rules, known as "syndex," requiring cable operators to block syndicated programs from out-of-market stations if the same programs are broadcast by local stations. This move aimed to protect local broadcasters' rights to syndicated content and prevent audience dilution. The decision led to programming changes and occasional blackouts for cable subscribers. source: tampabay.com
• Sports News Network launches as first 24-hour sports news cable channel In November 1989, Mizlou Communications launched the Sports News Network (SNN), the first 24-hour sports news cable channel, pre-dating NewSport (1993) and ESPNews (1996). SNN ceased operations on December 17, 1990, after Mizlou Communications filed for bankruptcy. source: en.wikipedia.org
• MTA subway fare increased to $1.15 in 1990 On January 1, 1990, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) raised the subway and bus fare from $1.00 to $1.15, marking the first fare hike since 1986. This increase was part of a series of fare adjustments during the late 1980s and early 1990s, reflecting the MTA's efforts to address financial challenges and maintain service quality. source: nbcnewyork.com
• Joe Hardstaff Jr. dies at 78 Joe Hardstaff Jr., an English cricketer who played 23 Test matches for England between 1935 and 1948, died on January 1, 1990, in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England, at the age of 78. He was known for his elegant batting style and was regarded as one of the most artistic batsmen of his generation. source: espncricinfo.com

Events in 1990

January 01, 1990: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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January 01, 1990 was a Monday and it was the 1st day of the year 1990 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 01, 1990 can also be written as 1/1/1990 in the US and as 1/1/1990 in UK and Europe.

January 01, 1990 in January 1990 calendar

Famous people born on January 01, 1990:

• Samantha Gradoville
• Zita Hanrot

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January 01, 1990: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 01, 1990 was Another Day In Paradise by Phil Collins, according to the music chart for the week January 1st and January 7th.

1. Phil Collins - Another Day In Paradise
2. Janet Jackson - Rhythm Nation
3. Linda Ronstadt - Don't Know Much
4. Technotronic - Pump Up The Jam
5. Taylor Dayne - With Every Beat Of My Heart

January 01, 1990: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 01, 1990 was Ice Ice Baby by Vanilla Ice, according to the music chart for the week January 1st and January 7th.

1. Vanilla Ice - Ice Ice Baby
2. New Kids On The Block - Hangin' Tough
3. Jason Donovan - When You Come Back To Me
4. Cliff Richard - Saviour's Day
5. Kylie Minogue - Tears On My Pillow

January 01, 1990: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 01, 1990 was Tender Lover by Babyface, according to the music chart for the week January 1st and January 7th.

1. Babyface - Tender Lover
2. Janet Jackson - Rhythm Nation
3. Quincy Jones Featuring Ray Charles & Chaka Khan - I'll Be Good To You
4. By All Means - Let's Get It On
5. The Gap Band - All Of My Love

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 1st is Capricorn.

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January 01, 1990: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 01, 1990 is Snake and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on January 01, 1990 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 01, 1990 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on January 01, 1990 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 35% full, rising at 10:05 am and setting at 10:49 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 12, 1989 while the next full moon would come on Jan 11, 1990.

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Your place in the Universe on January 01, 1990

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Someone born on January 01, 1990 is:

36 years 4 months old,

or 436 months and 23 days old,

or 1898 weeks and 6 days old,

or 13292 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 01, 1990?

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 01, 1990?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on January 01, 1990.

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