What happened on Monday May 05, 1980?

Here's what happened on May 05, 1980:

• Konstantinos Karamanlis elected President of Greece On May 5, 1980, Konstantinos Karamanlis was elected President of Greece by the Hellenic Parliament, succeeding Konstantinos Tsatsos. Karamanlis, leader of the New Democracy party, had previously served as Prime Minister and was instrumental in Greece's return to democracy after the 1974 military junta. His election marked a significant moment in Greek politics, reflecting his enduring influence and the consolidation of democratic institutions in the country. source: washingtonpost.com
• Fowzi Badavi Nejad sentenced to life imprisonment for Iranian Embassy siege Fowzi Badavi Nejad was the sole survivor of the six gunmen who seized the Iranian Embassy in London in April 1980. After the six-day siege, during which two hostages were killed, Nejad was arrested and later convicted of conspiracy to murder, false imprisonment, and possessing firearms with intent. He was sentenced to life imprisonment with a 25-year minimum term. source: news.bbc.co.uk
• SAS rescue ends Iranian embassy siege in London On May 5, 1980, British Special Air Service (SAS) commandos stormed the Iranian embassy in London, ending a six-day hostage situation. The gunmen, members of the Democratic Revolutionary Front for the Liberation of Arabistan, had taken 26 hostages, including embassy staff and visitors. The assault resulted in the deaths of five gunmen and one hostage, with 19 hostages rescued. The operation was broadcast live, bringing the SAS to international prominence. source: news.bbc.co.uk
• Vatican's Declaration on Euthanasia On May 5, 1980, the Vatican's Sacred Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith issued the "Declaration on Euthanasia," affirming the Church's opposition to euthanasia and assisted suicide. The document emphasizes that intentionally causing one's own death or that of another is a grave violation of divine law and human dignity. It also permits the refusal of extraordinary medical treatments when death is imminent, provided that basic care is not interrupted. source: washingtonpost.com
• Maia Hirasawa's birth date Maia Hirasawa, a Swedish singer-songwriter, was born on May 5, 1980, in Sollentuna, Sweden. source: en.wikipedia.org

Events in 1980

May 05, 1980: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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May 05, 1980 was a Monday and it was the 126th day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 05, 1980 can also be written as 5/5/1980 in the US and as 5/5/1980 in UK and Europe.

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Famous people born on May 05, 1980:

• Alana Curry

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Famous people died on May 05, 1980:

• Edmond Vandercammen

  Belgian poet and writer known for his significant literary contributions during the mid-20th century.

Famous people who died in 1980

Famous people who died on May 5th

May 05, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 05, 1980 was Call Me by Blondie, according to the music chart for the week May 5th and May 11th.

1. Blondie - Call Me
2. Christopher Cross - Ride Like The Wind
3. Air Supply - Lost In Love
4. Billy Preston - With You I'm Born Again
5. Pink Floyd - Another Brick In The Wall (Part II)

May 05, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 05, 1980 was What's Another Year by Johnny Logan, according to the music chart for the week May 5th and May 11th.

1. Johnny Logan - What's Another Year
2. Dexy's Midnight Runners - Geno
3. Hot Chocolate - No Doubt About It
4. Paul McCartney - Coming Up
5. Michael Jackson - She's Out Of My Life

May 05, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 05, 1980 was Don't Say Goodnight (It's Time For Love) (Parts 1 & 2) by The Isley Brothers, according to the music chart for the week May 5th and May 11th.

1. The Isley Brothers - Don't Say Goodnight (It's Time For Love) (Parts 1 & 2)
2. Leon Haywood - Don't Push It Don't Force It
3. The Whispers - Lady
4. Jermaine Jackson - Let's Get Serious
5. Smokey Robinson - Let Me Be The Clock

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 5th is Taurus.

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Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 05, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 05, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 05, 1980 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 05, 1980 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 May 05, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 63% full, rising at 12:01 am and setting at 11:01 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 30, 1980 while the next full moon would come on May 29, 1980.

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Someone born on May 05, 1980 is:

46 years and 20 days old,

or 552 months and 20 days old,

or 2403 weeks

or 16821 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 05, 1980?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 05, 1980.

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