What happened on Saturday February 20, 1988?

Here's what happened on February 20, 1988:

• Nagorno-Karabakh Autonomous Oblast votes to request transfer to Armenia On February 20, 1988, the Nagorno-Karabakh Autonomous Oblast's Soviet of People's Deputies voted 110 to 17 to request the transfer of the region from Azerbaijan to Armenia. This unprecedented action led to mass demonstrations in Stepanakert and Yerevan, but Moscow rejected the Armenians' demands. The confrontation near Askeran resulted in casualties and marked the beginning of escalating tensions between Armenians and Azerbaijanis. source: en.wikipedia.org
• Rihanna's birth date confirmed as February 20, 1988 Rihanna, the internationally acclaimed singer and businesswoman, was born on February 20, 1988, in Saint Michael, Barbados. She rose to fame in the early 2000s and has since become a prominent figure in music and fashion. source: britannica.com
• Brian Boitano wins men's figure skating gold at 1988 Winter Olympics On February 20, 1988, American figure skater Brian Boitano secured the gold medal in men's singles at the Winter Olympics in Calgary, Canada. He achieved a total factored placement of 3.0, outperforming Canadian Brian Orser, who earned the silver with a placement of 4.2, and Soviet Viktor Petrenko, who took bronze with a placement of 7.8. source: en.wikipedia.org
• Rio de Janeiro Flood Disaster Devastating heavy rains in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, result in 500 fatalities, highlighting the region's vulnerability to extreme weather events.
• New York Post Ownership Change Peter Kalikow purchases the New York Post from media mogul Rupert Murdoch for US$37.6 million.
• High Jump World Record Stefka Kostadinova of Bulgaria sets an indoor world record in high jump, clearing 2.06 metres.
• Speed Skating World Record André Hoffmann sets a world record in the 1500 metre speed skating event with a time of 1:52.06.
• Hurdles World Record Cornelia Oschkenat breaks the indoor world record in 50 metre hurdles with a time of 6.58 seconds.
• Indoor Track World Record Rob Druppers sets a world record in the indoor 1000 metre race with a time of 2:16.2.
• NHL Shutout Victory Kelly Hrudey achieves his 5th shutout win with the New York Islanders, defeating the Hartford Whalers 3-0.

Events in 1988

February 20, 1988: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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February 20, 1988 was a Saturday and it was the 51st day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 20, 1988 can also be written as 2/20/1988 in the US and as 20/2/1988 in UK and Europe.

February 20, 1988 in February 1988 calendar

Famous people born on February 20, 1988:

• Rihanna

  Rihanna is a Barbadian singer, songwriter, actress, and businesswoman recognized worldwide for her impact on the music and fashion industries. Rising to fame with her debut single "Pon de Replay" in 2005, she has since amassed numerous chart-topping hits, won multiple Grammy Awards, and launched successful ventures in fashion and cosmetics, notably her Fenty Beauty brand. [bio]

• Tracy Spiridakos

  Tracy Spiridakos is a Canadian actress best known for her roles as Charlotte 'Charlie' Matheson on the NBC post-apocalyptic science fiction series 'Revolution' and as Detective Hailey Upton on the long-running police drama 'Chicago P.D.' [bio]

• Ki Bo-bae

  Olympic gold medalist and world-renowned South Korean archer who has achieved remarkable success in international archery competitions.

• Adlan Kacaev
• Vladimir Dubov
• Ivan Kelava
• Jakub Holuša
• Krste Velkoski
• Ruben Kristiansen
• Daniel Popescu
• Ona Meseguer
• Mathieu Bélie
• Little Jinder
• Moreno Costanzo
• Ricky Modeste
• Kealoha Pilares
• Kurt Roberts
• Ronald Eguino

Famous people born in 1988

Famous people born on February 20th

February 20, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 20, 1988 was Seasons Change by Expose, according to the music chart for the week February 15th and February 21st.

1. Expose - Seasons Change
2. Pet Shop Boys - What Have I Done To Deserve This
3. Tiffany - Could've Been
4. George Michael - Father Figure
5. Eric Carmen - Hungry Eyes

February 20, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 20, 1988 was I Should Be So Lucky by Kylie Minogue, according to the music chart for the week February 15th and February 21st.

1. Kylie Minogue - I Should Be So Lucky
2. Tiffany - I Think We're Alone Now
3. Bros - When Will I Be Famous
4. Taylor Dayne - Tell It To My Heart
5. Billy Ocean - Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car

February 20, 1988: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 20, 1988 was Girlfriend by Pebbles, according to the music chart for the week February 15th and February 21st.

1. Pebbles - Girlfriend
2. Keith Sweat - I Want Her
3. Chris Jasper - Superbad
4. Michael Cooper - To Prove My Love
5. The Deele - Two Occasions

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 20th is Pisces.

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Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 20, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 20, 1988 is Dragon and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 20, 1988 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 20, 1988 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 February 20, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 26% full, rising at 08:15 am and setting at 10:49 pm.

The previous full moon was on Feb 02, 1988 while the next full moon would come on Mar 03, 1988.

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Your place in the Universe on February 20, 1988

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Someone born on February 20, 1988 is:

38 years 3 months old,

or 459 months and 5 days old,

or 1996 weeks and 2 days old,

or 13974 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 20, 1988?

There are 271 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday February 20th 2027.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 20, 1988?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on February 20, 1988.

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