What happened on Thursday January 11, 1990?

Here's what happened on January 11, 1990:

• Yugoslav Communist Party renounces 45-year monopoly on power On January 22, 1990, the League of Communists of Yugoslavia (LCY) officially renounced its 45-year constitutionally guaranteed monopoly on power, allowing for the establishment of a multi-party system. This decision marked a significant shift in Yugoslavia's political landscape, aligning with broader democratic movements in Eastern Europe at the time. The move was part of a series of reforms aimed at transitioning from a one-party system to a more pluralistic political environment. source: washingtonpost.com
• Lithuanians rally for independence ahead of Gorbachev's visit On January 10, 1990, approximately 25,000 Lithuanians gathered in Vilnius' Cathedral Square to demand independence from the Soviet Union, a day before Mikhail Gorbachev's scheduled visit. Demonstrators carried national flags and banners, with slogans such as "We didn't join the Soviet Union, you grabbed us!" expressing their desire for sovereignty. This demonstration was part of a broader movement for independence that culminated in Lithuania declaring its independence on March 11, 1990. source: washingtonpost.com
• Robert Tappan Morris convicted for creating the Morris Worm On January 22, 1990, Robert Tappan Morris, a Cornell University graduate student, was convicted under the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act for unleashing the Morris Worm in 1988. The worm caused significant disruptions by infecting approximately 6,000 computers, including systems at NASA and military facilities. Morris faced up to five years in prison and a $250,000 fine. source: washingtonpost.com
• Benazir Bhutto gives birth to daughter while in office On January 25, 1990, Pakistani Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto gave birth to her second child, a daughter, in Karachi. She is believed to be the first elected head of government to give birth while in office. Bhutto underwent a Caesarean section and returned to her duties the following day, reading government papers and signing files. The baby weighed approximately 7.5 pounds and was in good health. source: bbc.com
• Bobby Knight becomes Big Ten's winningest coach On January 11, 1990, Indiana University head coach Bobby Knight achieved his 228th Big Ten Conference victory, tying him with Purdue's Ward 'Piggy' Lambert as the conference's winningest coach. This milestone was reached after Indiana's 69-64 win over Michigan, where players Calbert Cheaney and Lyndon Jones contributed significantly to the comeback victory. source: digital.bentley.umich.edu
• Actor Joseph Cotten undergoes vocal cancer operation at 84 In January 1990, actor Joseph Cotten, aged 84, underwent surgery to remove his larynx due to cancer. This procedure was necessitated by throat nodules that had troubled him intermittently. source: imdb.com

Events in 1990

January 11, 1990: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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January 11, 1990 was a Thursday and it was the 11th day of the year 1990 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 11, 1990 can also be written as 1/11/1990 in the US and as 11/1/1990 in UK and Europe.

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Famous people died on January 11, 1990:

• Carolyn Haywood

  American illustrator and author (d. 1990).

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January 11, 1990: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 11, 1990 was Another Day In Paradise by Phil Collins, according to the music chart for the week January 8th and January 14th.

1. Phil Collins - Another Day In Paradise
2. Janet Jackson - Rhythm Nation
3. Technotronic - Pump Up The Jam
4. Michael Bolton - How Am I Supposed To Live Without You
5. Linda Ronstadt - Don't Know Much

January 11, 1990: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 11, 1990 was Hangin' Tough by New Kids On The Block, according to the music chart for the week January 8th and January 14th.

1. New Kids On The Block - Hangin' Tough
2. Kylie Minogue - Tears On My Pillow
3. Jason Donovan - When You Come Back To Me
4. 49ers - Touch Me
5. Soul II Soul - Get A Life

January 11, 1990: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 11, 1990 was Rhythm Nation by Janet Jackson, according to the music chart for the week January 8th and January 14th.

1. Janet Jackson - Rhythm Nation
2. Quincy Jones Featuring Ray Charles & Chaka Khan - I'll Be Good To You
3. Babyface - Tender Lover
4. By All Means - Let's Get It On
5. Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly - Silky Soul

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 11th is Capricorn.

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January 11, 1990: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 11, 1990 is Snake and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on January 11, 1990 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 11, 1990 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 11, 1990 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 05:26 pm and setting at 08:23 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 12, 1989 while the next full moon would come on Feb 09, 1990.

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Your place in the Universe on January 11, 1990

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Someone born on January 11, 1990 is:

36 years 4 months old,

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or 1897 weeks and 3 days old,

or 13282 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 11, 1990?

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