What happened on Sunday February 02, 1986?

Here's what happened on February 02, 1986:

• Dalai Lama meets Pope John Paul II in New Delhi On February 2, 1986, during Pope John Paul II's visit to India, he met with the exiled Dalai Lama in New Delhi. The 20-minute private meeting took place at the Apostolic Nunciature, where the Dalai Lama presented the Pope with a traditional white silk scarf as a symbol of goodwill. Following their meeting, Pope John Paul II emphasized the need for all religions to collaborate in the cause of humanity. source: washingtonpost.com
• Anita Cobby's abduction and murder in Sydney, Australia Anita Cobby, a 26-year-old nurse and former beauty queen, was abducted from Blacktown railway station on February 2, 1986. She was brutally assaulted and murdered by five men, including John Travers, Michael Murdoch, and the Murphy brothers. The crime shocked Australia, leading to widespread public outrage and the formation of the Homicide Victims Support Group by her parents. All five perpetrators were convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment without parole. source: theguardian.com
• Óscar Arias Sánchez elected Costa Rican president On February 2, 1986, Óscar Arias Sánchez, candidate of the National Liberation Party, won Costa Rica's presidential election, defeating Rafael Ángel Calderón Fournier of the Social Christian Unity Party. Arias secured approximately 52% of the vote, while Calderón received about 45%. This victory marked the beginning of Arias's first term as president, during which he focused on economic stabilization and regional peace efforts. source: britannica.com
• NFL Pro Bowl The National Football Conference (NFC) defeated the American Football Conference (AFC) 28-24 in the annual NFL Pro Bowl, showcasing the league's top talent.
• Ayako Okamoto Wins LPGA Golf Tournament Japanese professional golfer Ayako Okamoto secured victory at the Elizabeth Arden Golf Classic, highlighting her skill in women's professional golf.
• Jerome Kern Goes to Hollywood Closes on Broadway The Broadway play 'Jerome Kern Goes to Hollywood' concluded its run at the Ritz Theatre in New York City after a brief 13-performance engagement.

Events in 1986

February 02, 1986: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

LIFE magazines from February 1986

Newspapers from Feb. 02, 1986

Your poster from February 02, 1986

February 02, 1986 was a Sunday and it was the 33rd day of the year 1986 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 02, 1986 can also be written as 2/2/1986 in the US and as 2/2/1986 in UK and Europe.

February 02, 1986 in February 1986 calendar

Famous people born on February 02, 1986:

• Gemma Arterton

  Gemma Arterton is an English actress and producer known for her roles in major films such as 'Quantum of Solace', 'Clash of the Titans', and 'Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time'. She has also worked extensively in theater and television. [bio]

• Salvatore Esposito
• Franz Rogowski

Famous people born in 1986

Famous people born on February 2nd

Famous people died on February 02, 1986:

• Gino Hernandez

  American professional wrestler who tragically died in 1986.

• Anita Cobby

  Australian murder victim (b. 1959).

• Nils Alwall

Famous people who died in 1986

Famous people who died on February 2nd

February 02, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 02, 1986 was That's What Friends Are For by Dionne & Friends, according to the music chart for the week January 27th and February 2nd.

1. Dionne & Friends - That's What Friends Are For
2. Survivor - Burning Heart
3. Wham! - I'm Your Man
4. Stevie Nicks - Talk To Me
5. Lionel Richie - Say You, Say Me

February 02, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 02, 1986 was West End Girls by Pet Shop Boys, according to the music chart for the week January 27th and February 2nd.

1. Pet Shop Boys - West End Girls
2. A-ha - The Sun Always Shines On TV
3. Whitney Houston - Saving All My Love For You
4. Dire Straits - Walk Of Life
5. Bronski Beat - Hit That Perfect Beat

February 02, 1986: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 02, 1986 was That's What Friends Are For by Dionne & Friends, according to the music chart for the week January 27th and February 2nd.

1. Dionne & Friends - That's What Friends Are For
2. Stevie Wonder - Go Home
3. Sade - The Sweetest Taboo
4. Atlantic Starr - Secret Lovers
5. Meli'sa Morgan - Do Me Baby

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 2nd is Aquarius.

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February 02, 1986: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 02, 1986 is Ox and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 02, 1986 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 02, 1986 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 February 02, 1986 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 33% full, rising at 12:52 am and setting at 11:39 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 26, 1986 while the next full moon would come on Feb 24, 1986.

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Your place in the Universe on February 02, 1986

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Someone born on February 02, 1986 is:

40 years 3 months old,

or 483 months and 22 days old,

or 2103 weeks

or 14721 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 02, 1986?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on February 02, 1986.

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