What happened on Thursday August 08, 1985?

Here's what happened on August 08, 1985:

• Japan selects first national astronauts for space program On August 8, 1985, Japan announced the selection of its first national astronauts, marking a significant milestone in its space exploration efforts. The selected astronauts were part of a broader initiative to enhance Japan's capabilities in space science and technology, contributing to international space missions. This selection paved the way for Japan's active participation in future space endeavors, including collaborations with NASA and other space agencies. source: britannica.com
• Major League Baseball's new basic agreement permits the National League to expand by two teams to match the American League's 14. On August 8, 1985, Major League Baseball's new basic agreement permitted the National League to expand by two teams, bringing its total to 14 and matching the American League's size. This decision set the stage for the 1993 expansion, resulting in the addition of the Colorado Rockies and the Florida Marlins (now Miami Marlins) to the league. source: mlb.com

Events in 1985

August 08, 1985: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

LIFE magazines from August 1985

Newspapers from Aug. 08, 1985

August 08, 1985 was a Thursday and it was the 220th day of the year 1985 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 08, 1985 can also be written as 8/8/1985 in the US and as 8/8/1985 in UK and Europe.

August 08, 1985 in August 1985 calendar

Famous people born on August 08, 1985:

• Anita Włodarczyk

  Renowned Polish hammer throw athlete who has won multiple Olympic and World Championship medals, considered one of the greatest hammer...

• Julia Dunstall
• Natalia Velez

Famous people born in 1985

Famous people born on August 8th

Famous people died on August 08, 1985:

• Louise Brooks

  Louise Brooks was an American actress and dancer best known for her work in silent films during the 1920s and early 1930s. Her iconic bob haircut and performances in films such as 'Pandora's Box' made her a symbol of the Jazz Age and a continuing influence on fashion and cinema. [bio]

Famous people who died in 1985

Famous people who died on August 8th

August 08, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 08, 1985 was Shout by Tears For Fears, according to the music chart for the week August 5th and August 11th.

1. Tears For Fears - Shout
2. Paul Young - Everytime You Go Away
3. Sting - If You Love Somebody Set Them Free
4. Corey Hart - Never Surrender
5. Huey Lewis & The News - Power Of Love

August 08, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 08, 1985 was Into The Groove by Madonna, according to the music chart for the week August 5th and August 11th.

1. Madonna - Into The Groove
2. UB40 featuring Chrissie Hynde - I Got You Babe
3. Eurythmics - There Must Be An Angel (Playing With My Heart)
4. Madonna - Holiday
5. Tina Turner - We Don't Need Another Hero (Thunderdome)

August 08, 1985: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 08, 1985 was Freeway Of Love by Aretha Franklin, according to the music chart for the week August 5th and August 11th.

1. Aretha Franklin - Freeway Of Love
2. Debarge - Who's Holding Donna Now
3. Cameo - Attack Me With Your Love
4. Luther Vandross - It's Over Now
5. Rick James - Glow

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 8th is Leo.

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Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 08, 1985: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 08, 1985 is Ox and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 08, 1985 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 08, 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 August 08, 1985 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 40% full, rising at 11:25 pm and setting at 02:41 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 31, 1985 while the next full moon would come on Aug 30, 1985.

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Your place in the Universe on August 08, 1985

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Someone born on August 08, 1985 is:

40 years 7 months old,

or 487 months and 27 days old,

or 2121 weeks and 2 days old,

or 14849 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 08, 1985?

There are 126 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 8th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 08, 1985?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 08, 1985.

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