What happened on Friday August 03, 1990?

Here's what happened on August 03, 1990:

• Iraqi forces invade Kuwait, Radio Kuwait ceases broadcast On August 2, 1990, Iraqi troops invaded Kuwait, leading to the rapid occupation of the country. In response, Radio Kuwait suspended its regular programming, broadcasting a call to arms urging citizens to defend their nation. Within hours, the capital fell, and the Emir of Kuwait fled to Saudi Arabia. The invasion prompted widespread international condemnation and set the stage for the Gulf War. source: washingtonpost.com
• US Navy deploys to Gulf region in response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait On August 3, 1990, the USS Independence Carrier Battle Group, led by the aircraft carrier USS Independence (CV-62), was ordered to the Gulf of Oman in response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait on August 2. The USS Independence arrived on station on August 5, becoming the first U.S. aircraft carrier to enter the Persian Gulf since 1974, marking a significant escalation in U.S. military presence in the region. source: en.wikipedia.org
• Doug Drabek's near no-hitter against the Philadelphia Phillies On August 3, 1990, Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Doug Drabek nearly achieved a no-hitter against the Philadelphia Phillies. Drabek allowed only one hit—a single by Sil Campusano with two outs in the ninth inning—in the Pirates' 11-0 victory. This performance was part of Drabek's standout 1990 season, where he went 22–6 with a 2.76 ERA and won the National League Cy Young Award. source: latimes.com
• A Little Night Music opens at New York State Theatre On August 3, 1990, the New York City Opera's production of 'A Little Night Music' opened at the New York State Theatre in New York City. The production, directed by Scott Ellis and choreographed by Susan Stroman, featured a cast including Sally Ann Howes as Desiree Armfeldt and George Lee Andrews as Fredrik Egerman. The run concluded on November 7, 1990, after 11 performances. source: broadwayworld.com

Events in 1990

August 03, 1990: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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August 03, 1990 was a Friday and it was the 215th day of the year 1990 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 03, 1990 can also be written as 8/3/1990 in the US and as 3/8/1990 in UK and Europe.

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Famous people born on August 03, 1990:

• Jourdan Dunn

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Famous people died on August 03, 1990:

• Nella Maria Bonora
• Mariano Trigo

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August 03, 1990: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 03, 1990 was Vision Of Love by Mariah Carey, according to the music chart for the week July 30th and August 5th.

1. Mariah Carey - Vision Of Love
2. Billy Idol - Cradle Of Love
3. Johnny Gill - Rub You The Right Way
4. Snap! - The Power
5. Glenn Medeiros - She Ain't Worth It

August 03, 1990: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 03, 1990 was Turtle Power by Partners In Kryme, according to the music chart for the week July 30th and August 5th.

1. Partners In Kryme - Turtle Power
2. DNA featuring Suzanne Vega - Tom's Diner
3. Bombalurina - Itsy Bitsy Teeny Weeny Yellow Polka Dot Bikini
4. Blue Pearl - Naked In The Rain
5. MC Hammer - U Can't Touch This

August 03, 1990: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 03, 1990 was Can't Stop by After 7, according to the music chart for the week July 30th and August 5th.

1. After 7 - Can't Stop
2. Mariah Carey - Vision Of Love
3. Keith Sweat - Make You Sweat
4. Anita Baker - Talk To Me
5. Cameo - I Want It Now

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 3rd is Leo.

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August 03, 1990: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 03, 1990 is Horse and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 03, 1990 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 03, 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 August 03, 1990 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 94% full, rising at 06:29 pm and setting at 03:38 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 08, 1990 while the next full moon would come on Aug 06, 1990.

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Someone born on August 03, 1990 is:

35 years 9 months old,

or 429 months and 21 days old,

or 1868 weeks and 2 days old,

or 13078 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 03, 1990?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 03, 1990.

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