What happened on Sunday August 09, 1987?

Here's what happened on August 09, 1987:

• Northwest Airlines Flight 255 crash details On August 9, 1987, Northwest Airlines Flight 255 crashed shortly after takeoff from Detroit Metropolitan Airport, resulting in the deaths of 156 people. The crash was attributed to pilot error and issues with the aircraft's configuration. It remains one of the deadliest aviation accidents in U.S. history. source: ntsb.gov
• Hoddle Street massacre in Melbourne, Australia On August 9, 1987, Julian Knight, a 19-year-old former Australian Army cadet, went on a shooting spree in Hoddle Street, Clifton Hill, Melbourne. Armed with a Ruger 10/22 semi-automatic rifle, a Mossberg 500 pump-action shotgun, and a Norinco M14 semi-automatic rifle, Knight killed seven people and injured 19 others before being apprehended after a 30-minute police chase. source: en.wikipedia.org
• South African miners' strike begins over wage demands On August 9, 1987, approximately 200,000 black miners initiated a strike at 46 gold and coal mines in South Africa, demanding a 30% wage increase. The National Union of Mineworkers (NUM), led by Cyril Ramaphosa, organized the strike to address wage disparities and working conditions. The action marked a significant challenge to the mining industry's authority and highlighted the growing influence of black labor unions in the country. source: washingtonpost.com
• Caldas Frigate Crisis On August 9, 1987, the Colombian Navy's corvette ARC Caldas entered the Gulf of Venezuela, an area disputed by Colombia and Venezuela. This incursion led to heightened tensions, with both nations mobilizing military forces and engaging in diplomatic negotiations to resolve the conflict peacefully. source: washingtonpost.com
• Aeropostale Founding The first Aeropostale clothing store opens in New York City, marking the beginning of a mall-based specialty retailer focusing on casual apparel and accessories for young consumers.
• PGA Championship Larry Nelson wins the 69th PGA Championship, shooting a total of 287 at PGA National in Palm Beach, Florida.
• Les Miserables in Tel Aviv The renowned musical 'Les Miserables' opens at the Cameri Theatre in Tel Aviv, bringing the acclaimed stage production to Israeli audiences.
• Harmonic Convergence Followers of the Harmonic Convergence, a New Age spiritual event, claimed global observance on this date, representing a significant moment in alternative spiritual movements.

Events in 1987

August 09, 1987: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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August 09, 1987 was a Sunday and it was the 221st day of the year 1987 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 09, 1987 can also be written as 8/9/1987 in the US and as 9/8/1987 in UK and Europe.

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August 09, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 09, 1987 was I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For by U2, according to the music chart for the week August 3rd and August 9th.

1. U2 - I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For
2. George Michael - I Want Your Sex
3. Bob Seger - Shakedown
4. T'Pau - Heart And Soul
5. Suzanne Vega - Luka

August 09, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 09, 1987 was La Bamba by Los Lobos, according to the music chart for the week August 3rd and August 9th.

1. Los Lobos - La Bamba
2. Michael Jackson With Siedah Garrett - I Just Can't Stop Loving You
3. Rick Astley - Never Gonna Give You Up
4. Spagna - Call Me
5. Madonna - Who's That Girl

August 09, 1987: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 09, 1987 was The Pleasure Principle by Janet Jackson, according to the music chart for the week August 3rd and August 9th.

1. Janet Jackson - The Pleasure Principle
2. Lillo Thomas - I'm In Love
3. Freddie Jackson - Jam Tonight
4. Natalie Cole - Jump Start
5. Alexander O'Neal - Fake

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 9th is Leo.

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August 09, 1987: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 09, 1987 is Rabbit and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 09, 1987 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 09, 1987 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 09, 1987 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 08:36 pm and setting at 07:14 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 11, 1987 while the next full moon would come on Sep 07, 1987.

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Someone born on August 09, 1987 is:

38 years 9 months old,

or 465 months and 15 days old,

or 2024 weeks

or 14168 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 09, 1987?

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