What happened on Thursday January 03, 1985?

Here's what happened on January 03, 1985:

• Israel airlifts thousands of Ethiopian Jews amid famine In early January 1985, Israel initiated a covert operation to airlift thousands of Ethiopian Jews, known as Falashas, from refugee camps in Sudan to Israel. This effort aimed to rescue them from the severe famine in Ethiopia, which had resulted in the deaths of 300,000 people the previous year. The operation was conducted in secrecy to protect the refugees and maintain diplomatic relations. source: upi.com
• Leontyne Price's final operatic performance as Aida at the Metropolitan Opera On January 3, 1985, soprano Leontyne Price gave her final operatic performance in the title role of Verdi's 'Aida' at the Metropolitan Opera. This performance was broadcast live on PBS, marking a significant moment in opera history. Price's rendition was met with prolonged applause, reflecting the audience's deep appreciation for her contributions to the art form. source: loc.gov
• Mohammad Azharuddin's remarkable Test debut Mohammad Azharuddin made his Test debut for India on January 3, 1985, against England in Kolkata. He scored a century in his first match, becoming one of the few players to achieve this feat. Azharuddin went on to have a successful international career, known for his elegant batting style and leadership. source: bbc.com

Events in 1985

January 03, 1985: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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January 03, 1985 was a Thursday and it was the 3rd day of the year 1985 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 03, 1985 can also be written as 1/3/1985 in the US and as 3/1/1985 in UK and Europe.

January 03, 1985 in January 1985 calendar

Famous people born on January 03, 1985:

• Nicole Beharie

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• Linas Kleiza

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• Mohamed Lahouaiej-Bouhlel

Famous people born in 1985

Famous people born on January 3rd

Famous people died on January 03, 1985:

• Tadeusz Pełczyński
• Jean-Jacques Kretzschmar

Famous people who died in 1985

Famous people who died on January 3rd

January 03, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 03, 1985 was Like A Virgin by Madonna, according to the music chart for the week December 31st and January 6th.

1. Madonna - Like A Virgin
2. Duran Duran - Wild Boys
3. The Honeydrippers - Sea Of Love
4. New Edition - Cool It Now
5. Pat Benatar - We Belong

January 03, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 03, 1985 was Saving All My Love For You by Whitney Houston, according to the music chart for the week December 31st and January 6th.

1. Whitney Houston - Saving All My Love For You
2. Band Aid - Do They Know It's Christmas?
3. Wham! - Last Christmas / Everything She Wants
4. Shakin' Stevens - Merry Christmas Everyone
5. Wham! - I'm Your Man

January 03, 1985: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 03, 1985 was Operator by Midnight Star, according to the music chart for the week December 31st and January 6th.

1. Midnight Star - Operator
2. Ashford & Simpson - Solid
3. The Temptations - Treat Her Like A Lady
4. Glenn Jones - Show Me
5. Eugene Wilde - Gotta Get You Home Tonight

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 3rd is Capricorn.

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Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 03, 1985: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 03, 1985 is Rat and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on January 03, 1985 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 03, 1985 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 03, 1985 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 92% full, rising at 01:49 pm and setting at 05:06 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 08, 1984 while the next full moon would come on Jan 07, 1985.

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Your place in the Universe on January 03, 1985

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Someone born on January 03, 1985 is:

41 years 4 months old,

or 496 months and 21 days old,

or 2159 weeks and 3 days old,

or 15116 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 03, 1985?

There are 224 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday January 3rd 2027.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 03, 1985?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on January 03, 1985.

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