What happened on Sunday June 23, 1985?

Here's what happened on June 23, 1985:

• Air India Flight 182 bombing over the Atlantic Ocean On June 23, 1985, Air India Flight 182, a Boeing 747-237B named Emperor Kanishka, was destroyed by a bomb planted by Sikh extremists from the Babbar Khalsa. The aircraft was en route from Montreal to London, with a final destination of Mumbai, India. The explosion occurred over the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Ireland, resulting in the deaths of all 329 people on board, including 268 Canadians, 27 British citizens, and 22 Indian citizens. This remains the deadliest terrorist attack in Canadian history and was the world's deadliest act of aviation terrorism until the September 11 attacks in 2001. source: britannica.com
• Narita International Airport bombing On June 23, 1985, a bomb exploded in a baggage handling area at Narita International Airport in Japan, killing two baggage handlers and injuring four others. The bomb was intended for Air India Flight 301 but detonated prematurely. This attack was part of a coordinated effort by the Babbar Khalsa, a Sikh separatist group, which also orchestrated the bombing of Air India Flight 182 on the same day, resulting in 329 fatalities. source: washingtonpost.com
• Air India Flight 182 bombing trial verdict On June 23, 1985, Air India Flight 182 was bombed off the coast of Ireland, resulting in the deaths of all 329 people on board. The bombing was attributed to Sikh militants seeking revenge for the 1984 anti-Sikh riots in India. The trial of the accused individuals concluded with convictions, marking a significant moment in counter-terrorism efforts.
• Laffit Pincay Jr. surpasses $100 million in career earnings On June 23, 1985, jockey Laffit Pincay Jr. became the second jockey in history to surpass $100 million in career earnings by winning the Hollywood Gold Cup aboard Greinton. source: equisearch.com
• Alice Miller LPGA Victory Alice Miller won the LPGA Mayflower Golf Classic, adding to her professional golf achievements.

Events in 1985

June 23, 1985: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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June 23, 1985 was a Sunday and it was the 174th day of the year 1985 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 23, 1985 can also be written as 6/23/1985 in the US and as 23/6/1985 in UK and Europe.

June 23, 1985 in June 1985 calendar

Famous people born on June 23, 1985:

• Hamza Abbasi

  Hamza Ali Abbasi is a prominent Pakistani actor and director, widely recognized for his impactful work in television and film. He has garnered critical acclaim and popularity across South Asia for his roles in drama serials such as 'Pyarey Afzal' and 'Mann Mayal', as well as for starring in major Pakistani films including 'Waar' and 'Jawani Phir Nahi Ani'. [bio]

Famous people born in 1985

Famous people born on June 23rd

Famous people died on June 23, 1985:

• Leonid Rumjancev
• Cecil Isbell

Famous people who died in 1985

Famous people who died on June 23rd

June 23, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 23, 1985 was Heaven by Bryan Adams, according to the music chart for the week June 17th and June 23rd.

1. Bryan Adams - Heaven
2. Phil Collins - Sussudio
3. Tears For Fears - Everybody Wants To Rule The World
4. Prince - Raspberry Beret
5. Duran Duran - A View To A Kill

June 23, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 23, 1985 was You'll Never Walk Alone by The Crowd, according to the music chart for the week June 17th and June 23rd.

1. The Crowd - You'll Never Walk Alone
2. Sister Sledge - Frankie
3. Paul Hardcastle - 19
4. Marillion - Kayleigh
5. Duran Duran - A View To A Kill

June 23, 1985: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 23, 1985 was Rock Me Tonight (For Old Times Sake) by Freddie Jackson, according to the music chart for the week June 17th and June 23rd.

1. Freddie Jackson - Rock Me Tonight (For Old Times Sake)
2. Marvin Gaye - Sanctified Lady
3. Jesse Johnson's Revue - Can You Help Me
4. Prince And The Revolution - Raspberry Beret
5. Billy Ocean - Suddenly

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 23rd is Cancer.

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Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 23, 1985: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 23, 1985 is Ox and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 23, 1985 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 23, 1985 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 June 23, 1985 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 32% full, rising at 10:27 am and setting at 12:26 am.

The previous full moon was on Jun 03, 1985 while the next full moon would come on Jul 02, 1985.

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Someone born on June 23, 1985 is:

40 years 11 months old,

or 491 months and 1 day old,

or 2135 weeks

or 14945 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 23, 1985?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on June 23, 1985.

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