What happened on Monday January 06, 1986?

Here's what happened on January 06, 1986:

• Impala Platinum dismisses 20,000 black miners in Johannesburg On January 6, 1986, Impala Platinum dismissed 20,000 black miners from its four-shaft mines near Johannesburg after they went on strike demanding improved wages, shorter hours, and recognition of their union. The company cited the miners' breach of contract and halted production at three of the four mines. The National Union of Mineworkers condemned the dismissals and warned of potential strategic actions to reinstate the workers. source: washingtonpost.com
• STS-61-C launch scrubbed at T-31 seconds due to liquid oxygen valve issue On January 6, 1986, the launch of Space Shuttle Columbia for mission STS-61-C was aborted at T-31 seconds because of a problem with a valve in the liquid oxygen system. This was one of several delays before the mission's successful launch on January 12, 1986. source: nasa.gov
• Birth of Petter Northug, Norwegian cross-country skiing champion Petter Northug, born on January 6, 1986, is a renowned Norwegian cross-country skier. He is celebrated for his achievements in the sport, including multiple World Championship titles and Olympic medals. His impact on cross-country skiing has been significant in Norway and internationally. source: britannica.com
• Bob Holland's Final Test Cricket Match Australian cricketer Bob Holland played his last Test cricket match, marking the end of his international cricket career.

Events in 1986

January 06, 1986: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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January 06, 1986 was a Monday and it was the 6th day of the year 1986 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 06, 1986 can also be written as 1/6/1986 in the US and as 6/1/1986 in UK and Europe.

January 06, 1986 in January 1986 calendar

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• Alex Turner

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Famous people born in 1986

Famous people born on January 6th

January 06, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 06, 1986 was Say You, Say Me by Lionel Richie, according to the music chart for the week January 6th and January 12th.

1. Lionel Richie - Say You, Say Me
2. Eddie Murphy - Party All The Time
3. Dionne & Friends - That's What Friends Are For
4. Simple Minds - Alive & Kicking
5. Klymaxx - I Miss You

January 06, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 06, 1986 was West End Girls by Pet Shop Boys, according to the music chart for the week January 6th and January 12th.

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

January 06, 1986: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 06, 1986 was Say You, Say Me by Lionel Richie, according to the music chart for the week January 6th and January 12th.

1. Lionel Richie - Say You, Say Me
2. Eugene Wilde - Don't Say No Tonight
3. Dionne & Friends - That's What Friends Are For
4. Ready For The World - Digital Display
5. Stevie Wonder - Go Home

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 6th is Capricorn.

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January 06, 1986: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 06, 1986 is Ox and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on January 06, 1986 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 06, 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 January 06, 1986 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 10% full, rising at 03:04 am and setting at 01:44 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 27, 1985 while the next full moon would come on Jan 26, 1986.

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Someone born on January 06, 1986 is:

40 years 4 months old,

or 484 months and 18 days old,

or 2106 weeks and 6 days old,

or 14748 days old,

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There are 227 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday January 6th 2027.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 06, 1986?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on January 06, 1986.

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