What happened on Thursday July 16, 1987?

Here's what happened on July 16, 1987:

• British nuclear test "Midland" conducted at Nevada Test Site On July 16, 1987, the United Kingdom conducted a nuclear test code-named "Midland" at the Nevada Test Site in the United States. The test was part of the "Musketeer" series, which included 15 U.S. nuclear tests between 1986 and 1987. The "Midland" test was an underground detonation with an estimated yield of 20 kilotons, similar to the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima during World War II. source: military-history.fandom.com
• Don Mattingly's historic performance on July 16, 1987 On July 16, 1987, New York Yankees first baseman Don Mattingly achieved a remarkable feat by hitting his fourth grand slam of the season against the Texas Rangers, tying the Yankees' single-season record for grand slams. Additionally, he homered in his sixth consecutive game, matching the American League record for consecutive games with a home run. Mattingly's performance contributed to the Yankees' 12-3 victory over the Rangers. source: mlb.com
• Saïd Aouita sets 2000m world record in Paris On July 16, 1987, Moroccan middle-distance runner Saïd Aouita set a new world record in the 2000 meters with a time of 4:50.81 in Paris, surpassing the previous record held by Britain's Steve Cram. source: sporting-heroes.net

Events in 1987

July 16, 1987: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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July 16, 1987 was a Thursday and it was the 197th day of the year 1987 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 16, 1987 can also be written as 7/16/1987 in the US and as 16/7/1987 in UK and Europe.

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Famous people born on July 16, 1987:

• AnnaLynne McCord

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Famous people born in 1987

Famous people born on July 16th

July 16, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 16, 1987 was Alone by Heart, according to the music chart for the week July 13th and July 19th.

1. Heart - Alone
2. Bob Seger - Shakedown
3. Whitney Houston - I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)
4. The System - Don't Disturb This Groove
5. Expose - Point Of No Return

July 16, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 16, 1987 was It's A Sin by Pet Shop Boys, according to the music chart for the week July 13th and July 19th.

1. Pet Shop Boys - It's A Sin
2. Bruce Willis - Under The Boardwalk
3. Madonna - Who's That Girl
4. Atlantic Starr - Always
5. Terence Trent D'Arby - Wishing Well

July 16, 1987: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 16, 1987 was I Feel Good All Over by Stephanie Mills, according to the music chart for the week July 13th and July 19th.

1. Stephanie Mills - I Feel Good All Over
2. Regina Belle - Show Me The Way
3. The Isley Brothers - Smooth Sailin' Tonight
4. Alexander O'Neal - Fake
5. Whitney Houston - I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 16th is Cancer.

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

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July 16, 1987: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 16, 1987 is Rabbit and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 16, 1987 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 16, 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 July 16, 1987 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 51% full, rising at 11:28 pm and setting at 01:14 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 11, 1987 while the next full moon would come on Aug 09, 1987.

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Someone born on July 16, 1987 is:

38 years 10 months old,

or 466 months and 8 days old,

or 2027 weeks and 3 days old,

or 14192 days old,

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There are 53 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday July 16th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 16, 1987?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on July 16, 1987.

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