What happened on Wednesday August 23, 1989?

Here's what happened on August 23, 1989:

• Baltic Way human chain On August 23, 1989, approximately two million people formed a 600-kilometer human chain across Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, demanding independence from the Soviet Union and commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact. source: euronews.com
• Baltic Way: Human chain for freedom On August 23, 1989, approximately two million people formed a human chain across the Baltic states, known as the Baltic Way, to demonstrate their desire for independence from Soviet rule. This peaceful protest highlighted the unity and determination of the Baltic nations in their quest for freedom. source: bbc.com
• Hungary opens Iron Curtain On August 23, 1989, Hungary officially opened its border with Austria, effectively dismantling the Iron Curtain. This pivotal moment allowed thousands of East Germans to flee to the West, symbolizing the decline of Soviet influence in Eastern Europe and the beginning of significant political changes. source: bbc.com
• Yusef Hawkins murder On August 23, 1989, Yusef Hawkins, a 16-year-old African American, was murdered in a racially charged incident in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. His death sparked widespread protests and highlighted issues of racial tension and violence in the United States during that era. source: nytimes.com
• Colombian Narco War Colombia's cocaine traffickers declare 'total and absolute war' against the government, initiating a series of bombings and arson attacks to challenge state authority.
• Australian Pilots' Mass Resignation All 1,645 domestic airline pilots in Australia simultaneously resign following threats of termination and legal action, creating a significant disruption in the country's aviation industry.
• World Record 4x200m Relay Carl Lewis, Joe Everett, Leroy Burrell, and Mike Heard set a new world record in the 4x200m relay with an impressive time of 1:19.38.
• First Private Indonesian TV Station Rajawali Citra Televisi Indonesia (RCTI) begins broadcasting, marking the launch of Indonesia's first privately owned television station and signaling media diversification.

Events in 1989

August 23, 1989: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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August 23, 1989 was a Wednesday and it was the 235th day of the year 1989 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 23, 1989 can also be written as 8/23/1989 in the US and as 23/8/1989 in UK and Europe.

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Famous people born on August 23, 1989:

• Trixie Mattel

  Renowned drag queen, comedian, and musician who gained widespread fame through RuPaul's Drag Race.

• Lianne La Havas

Famous people born in 1989

Famous people born on August 23rd

Famous people died on August 23, 1989:

• R D Laing

  Influential Scottish psychiatrist known for his radical approach to understanding mental illness, challenging traditional psychiatric...

• Mohammed Abed Elhai

  Sudanese poet and academic (b. 1944).

• Ronald Laing

Famous people who died in 1989

Famous people who died on August 23rd

August 23, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 23, 1989 was Right Here Waiting by Richard Marx, according to the music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.

1. Richard Marx - Right Here Waiting
2. Paula Abdul - Cold Hearted
3. New Kids On The Block - Hangin' Tough
4. Gloria Estefan - Don't Wanna Lose You
5. Bobby Brown - On Our Own

August 23, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 23, 1989 was Swing The Mood by Jive Bunny & The Mastermixers, according to the music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.

1. Jive Bunny & The Mastermixers - Swing The Mood
2. Kylie Minogue - Wouldn't Change A Thing
3. Lil' Louis - French Kiss
4. Alice Cooper - Poison
5. Martika - Toy Soldiers

August 23, 1989: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 23, 1989 was It's No Crime by Babyface, according to the music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.

1. Babyface - It's No Crime
2. Stephanie Mills - Something In The Way (You Make Me Feel)
3. The Isley Brothers - Spend The Night (Ce Soir)
4. Teddy Riley Featuring Guy - My Fantasy (From "Do The Right Thing")
5. Aretha Franklin/Whitney Houston - It Isn't, It Wasn't, It Ain't Never Gonna Be

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 23rd is Virgo.

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August 23, 1989: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 23, 1989 is Snake and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 23, 1989 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 23, 1989 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 23, 1989 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 38% full, rising at 10:33 pm and setting at 03:21 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 17, 1989 while the next full moon would come on Sep 15, 1989.

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Someone born on August 23, 1989 is:

36 years 9 months old,

or 441 months and 1 day old,

or 1917 weeks and 4 days old,

or 13423 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 23, 1989?

There are 91 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday August 23rd 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 23, 1989?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 23, 1989.

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