What happened on Thursday May 13, 1982?

Here's what happened on May 13, 1982:

• Braniff Airlines files for bankruptcy protection On May 13, 1982, Braniff International Airways filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The airline faced significant financial difficulties due to rising fuel costs and increased competition, leading to its eventual cessation of operations. This marked a significant event in the history of U.S. aviation, highlighting the challenges faced by airlines during that era. source: nytimes.com
• Soviet Soyuz T-5 mission launches to Salyut 7 space station On May 13, 1982, the Soviet Union launched the Soyuz T-5 spacecraft carrying cosmonauts Anatoli Berezovoy and Valentin Lebedev to the Salyut 7 space station. This mission marked the first long-duration expedition to Salyut 7, with the crew performing various scientific and technical experiments during their stay. They returned to Earth on August 27, 1982, after a mission duration of 106 days. source: upi.com
• Pope John Paul II's consecration at Fatima On May 13, 1982, Pope John Paul II visited Fatima, Portugal, to thank Our Lady for saving his life after the assassination attempt on May 13, 1981. During the visit, he consecrated the world to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, entrusting especially "those individuals and nations which particularly need to be entrusted and consecrated." However, this act did not fulfill the specific request of Our Lady of Fatima, which was for the consecration of Russia in union with all the bishops of the world. Sister Lucia, one of the seers of Fatima, later confirmed that the consecration was not done as Our Lady had requested. source: catholic.com
• Stanley Cup Finals: New York Islanders Dominate In the Stanley Cup playoffs, the New York Islanders defeated the Vancouver Canucks 3-0, establishing a commanding 3-0 series lead.
• Chicago Cubs Milestone Victory The Chicago Cubs achieved their 8,000th baseball game victory by defeating the Houston Astros, a notable milestone in the team's long history.
• Terri Lea Utley Crowned Miss USA Twenty-year-old Terri Lea Utley from Arkansas was crowned the 31st Miss USA, representing a significant moment in the annual beauty pageant.

Events in 1982

May 13, 1982: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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May 13, 1982 was a Thursday and it was the 133rd day of the year 1982 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 13, 1982 can also be written as 5/13/1982 in the US and as 13/5/1982 in UK and Europe.

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Famous people died on May 13, 1982:

• Renzo Rossellini

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• Gara Garayev

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May 13, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 13, 1982 was Ebony And Ivory by Paul McCartney, according to the music chart for the week May 10th and May 16th.

1. Paul McCartney - Ebony And Ivory
2. Vangelis - Chariots Of Fire - Titles
3. Rick Springfield - Don't Talk To Strangers
4. Joan Jett & The Blackhearts - I Love Rock 'N Roll
5. Tommy Tutone - 867-5309/Jenny

May 13, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 13, 1982 was Ebony And Ivory by Paul McCartney & Stevie Wonder, according to the music chart for the week May 10th and May 16th.

1. Paul McCartney & Stevie Wonder - Ebony And Ivory
2. Nicole - A Little Peace
3. PhD - I Won't Let You Down
4. Yazoo - Only You
5. Madness - House Of Fun

May 13, 1982: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 13, 1982 was It's Gonna Take A Miracle by Deniece Williams, according to the music chart for the week May 10th and May 16th.

1. Deniece Williams - It's Gonna Take A Miracle
2. Atlantic Starr - Circles
3. Ray Parker Jr. - The Other Woman
4. Patrice Rushen - Forget Me Nots
5. Dazz Band - Let It Whip

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 13th is Taurus.

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May 13, 1982: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 13, 1982 is Dog and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 13, 1982 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 13, 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 May 13, 1982 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 65% full, rising at 12:17 am and setting at 10:44 am.

The previous full moon was on May 08, 1982 while the next full moon would come on Jun 06, 1982.

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Someone born on May 13, 1982 is:

44 years and 11 days old,

or 528 months and 11 days old,

or 2297 weeks and 3 days old,

or 16082 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 13, 1982?

There are 354 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 13th 2027.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 13, 1982?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 13, 1982.

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