What happened on Saturday April 06, 1985?

Here's what happened on April 06, 1985:

• Sudanese military coup ousts President Nimeiry On April 6, 1985, a military coup led by Defense Minister Abdel Rahman Swar al-Dahab overthrew President Gaafar Nimeiry's government in Sudan. The coup was precipitated by widespread protests against rising food prices and economic hardships. Nimeiry, who was in the United States at the time, fled to Egypt. The new military government suspended the constitution, dissolved the ruling party, and established a transitional military council to govern the country. source: washingtonpost.com
• Space Shuttle Atlantis rollout at Kennedy Space Center The Space Shuttle Atlantis was rolled out to Launch Complex 39A at Kennedy Space Center on April 6, 1985, in preparation for its first flight, STS-51-J. This mission marked the first operational flight of Atlantis, which would go on to complete a total of 33 missions before its retirement. The rollout was a significant event in the Space Shuttle program, showcasing advancements in shuttle technology and capabilities. source: nasa.gov
• Phil Collins' 'One More Night' tops US music charts Phil Collins' song 'One More Night' reached number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart for the week ending April 6, 1985. The track, from his album 'No Jacket Required,' marked his second U.S. number one single, following 'Against All Odds.' source: top40weekly.com
• US Nuclear Test The United States conducts a nuclear test at the Nevada Test Site, continuing its nuclear weapons research and development during the Cold War era.
• Ranji Trophy Cricket Final DUPE
• Birth of Garrett Zablocki Garrett Zablocki, an American guitarist known for his work with the rock band Senses Fail, was born on this date. Senses Fail is a post-hardcore band formed in New Jersey that gained significant popularity in the mid-2000s alternative rock scene.

Events in 1985

April 06, 1985: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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April 06, 1985 was a Saturday and it was the 96th day of the year 1985 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 06, 1985 can also be written as 4/6/1985 in the US and as 6/4/1985 in UK and Europe.

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Famous people born on April 06, 1985:

• Jérémy Ferrari

  Jérémy Ferrari is a prominent French stand-up comedian known for his sharp satirical humor and popular television performances.

Famous people born in 1985

Famous people born on April 6th

Famous people died on April 06, 1985:

• Gene Davis

Famous people who died in 1985

Famous people who died on April 6th

April 06, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 06, 1985 was One More Night by Phil Collins, according to the music chart for the week April 1st and April 7th.

1. Phil Collins - One More Night
2. USA for Africa - We Are The World
3. Madonna - Material Girl
4. Madonna - Crazy For You
5. Teena Marie - Lovergirl

April 06, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 06, 1985 was Easy Lover by Philip Bailey With Phil Collins, according to the music chart for the week April 1st and April 7th.

1. Philip Bailey With Phil Collins - Easy Lover
2. Frankie Goes To Hollywood - Welcome To The Pleasuredome
3. Tears For Fears - Everybody Wants To Rule The World
4. Sarah Brightman & Paul Miles-Kingston - Pie Jesu
5. Go West - We Close Our Eyes

April 06, 1985: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 06, 1985 was Nightshift by Commodores, according to the music chart for the week April 1st and April 7th.

1. Commodores - Nightshift
2. Wilton Felder With Bobby Womack - I'll Still Be Lookin' Up To You
3. Patti LaBelle - New Attitude
4. Luther Vandross - 'Til My Baby Comes Home
5. Jesse Johnson's Revue - Be Your Man

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 6th is Aries.

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Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 06, 1985: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 06, 1985 is Ox and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 06, 1985 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 06, 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 April 06, 1985 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 93% full, rising at 08:13 pm and setting at 06:48 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 05, 1985 while the next full moon would come on May 04, 1985.

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Someone born on April 06, 1985 is:

41 years 1 month old,

or 493 months and 18 days old,

or 2146 weeks and 1 day old,

or 15023 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 06, 1985?

There are 317 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday April 6th 2027.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 06, 1985?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 06, 1985.

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