What happened on Thursday August 12, 1982?

Here's what happened on August 12, 1982:

• Mexico announces inability to service foreign debt, triggering debt crisis On August 12, 1982, Mexico's Secretary of Finance informed the Federal Reserve Chairman, the Secretary of the Treasury, and the IMF Managing Director that Mexico would be unable to meet its August 16 obligation to service approximately $80 billion in mainly dollar-denominated debt obligations to U.S. and foreign banks. This announcement marked the beginning of the international debt crisis, as it was followed by similar developments in many other developing countries. source: govinfo.gov
• Israeli forces conduct extensive bombing raids on West Beirut On August 12, 1982, Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) launched an 11-hour bombing campaign targeting West Beirut, marking the heaviest air raids in the city since the invasion began. The assault led to significant civilian casualties and widespread destruction, prompting Lebanese authorities to suspend negotiations and international calls for an end to the attacks. source: washingtonpost.com
• Henry Fonda dies at 77 from heart failure Renowned actor Henry Fonda passed away on August 12, 1982, at the age of 77 due to heart failure. He was surrounded by his wife, Shirlee, and children, Jane and Peter Fonda, at his Los Angeles home. Fonda's body was cremated shortly after his death, in accordance with his wishes for no funeral services. source: upi.com

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August 12, 1982: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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August 12, 1982 was a Thursday and it was the 224th day of the year 1982 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 12, 1982 can also be written as 8/12/1982 in the US and as 12/8/1982 in UK and Europe.

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Famous people born on August 12, 1982:

• Iza Calzado

  Iza Calzado is a renowned Filipina actress, television host, and model. Known for her versatility and dramatic performances, she has received critical acclaim in both film and television, making her one of the leading actresses in the Philippines. [bio]

• Maria José Martinez Sanchez

  Professional Spanish tennis player who excelled in doubles competitions, winning prestigious Grand Slam titles at French Open and Wimbledon.

• Miki Komori

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Famous people died on August 12, 1982:

• Henry Fonda

  Henry Fonda was an acclaimed American film and stage actor with a career spanning five decades. Renowned for his naturalistic style and ability to portray principled, upstanding characters, Fonda is remembered as one of Hollywood's leading men and the patriarch of the Fonda acting dynasty. [bio]

• Varlam Shalamov

  Renowned Russian writer and gulag survivor who wrote powerful literary works documenting the harsh realities of Soviet labor camps.

• Salvador Sanchez

  Salvador Sanchez was a legendary Mexican boxer who dominated the featherweight division in the late 1970s and early 1980s.

• Tomás Romero Pereira

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Famous people who died on August 12th

August 12, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 12, 1982 was Eye Of The Tiger by Survivor, according to the music chart for the week August 9th and August 15th.

1. Survivor - Eye Of The Tiger
2. John Cougar - Hurts So Good
3. The Steve Miller Band - Abracadabra
4. Fleetwood Mac - Hold Me
5. Chicago - Hard To Say I'm Sorry

August 12, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 12, 1982 was Come On Eileen by Dexy's Midnight Runners With The Emerald Express, according to the music chart for the week August 9th and August 15th.

1. Dexy's Midnight Runners With The Emerald Express - Come On Eileen
2. Survivor - Eye Of The Tiger
3. Irene Cara - Fame
4. Yazoo - Don't Go
5. Hot Chocolate - It Started With A Kiss

August 12, 1982: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 12, 1982 was And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going by Dreamgirls Featuring Jennifer Holliday, according to the music chart for the week August 9th and August 15th.

1. Dreamgirls Featuring Jennifer Holliday - And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going
2. Zapp - Dance Floor (Part I)
3. Jeffrey Osborne - I Really Don't Need No Light
4. Paul Oakenfold Presents Afrika Bambaataa & The Soul Sonic Force - Planet Rock
5. Donna Summer - Love Is In Control (Finger On The Trigger)

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 12th is Leo.

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August 12, 1982: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 12, 1982 is Dog and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 12, 1982 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 12, 1982 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 12, 1982 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 35% full, rising at 11:48 pm and setting at 03:02 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 04, 1982 while the next full moon would come on Sep 03, 1982.

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Someone born on August 12, 1982 is:

43 years 9 months old,

or 525 months and 13 days old,

or 2284 weeks and 4 days old,

or 15992 days old,

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You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 12, 1982.

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