What happened on Wednesday November 23, 1988?

Here's what happened on November 23, 1988:

• Chun Doo-hwan's public apology and exile Former South Korean President Chun Doo-hwan issued a public apology for his government's human rights abuses and corruption, pledging to return his wealth to the state and accept a rural exile. source: washingtonpost.com
• Botha grants reprieve to Sharpeville Six South African President P.W. Botha commuted the death sentences of the Sharpeville Six, five men and one woman convicted for the 1984 lynching of a black councilman. The reprieve followed international pressure and a failed final appeal. source: washingtonpost.com
• Wayne Gretzky scores 600th NHL goal On November 23, 1988, Wayne Gretzky scored his 600th career goal during a game between the Los Angeles Kings and the Detroit Red Wings, becoming the fifth player in NHL history to reach this milestone. source: upi.com
• Reagan's Pocket Veto of Lobbying Bill President Ronald Reagan announces a pocket veto of a bill intended to further restrict lobbying activities by former federal employees, demonstrating his stance on governmental regulatory measures.
• Yankees Sign Steve Sax The New York Yankees signed free agent second-baseman Steve Sax to a three-year contract, strengthening their roster for the upcoming baseball season.
• Esm Te Denters: Dutch Singer-Songwriter Esm Te Denters is a Dutch singer-songwriter who was recognized in the music industry during the late 1980s.

Events in 1988

November 23, 1988: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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November 23, 1988 was a Wednesday and it was the 328th day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.

November 23, 1988 can also be written as 11/23/1988 in the US and as 23/11/1988 in UK and Europe.

November 23, 1988 in November 1988 calendar

Famous people born on November 23, 1988:

• Keith Thurman

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Famous people died on November 23, 1988:

• Kenzō Masaoka

Famous people who died in 1988

Famous people who died on November 23rd

November 23, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on November 23, 1988 was Bad Medicine by Bon Jovi, according to the music chart for the week November 21st and November 27th.

1. Bon Jovi - Bad Medicine
2. Will To Power - Baby, I Love Your Way/Freebird Medley
3. U2 - Desire
4. Breathe - How Can I Fall?
5. George Michael - Kissing A Fool

November 23, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on November 23, 1988 was First Time by Robin Beck, according to the music chart for the week November 21st and November 27th.

1. Robin Beck - First Time
2. Enya - Orinoco Flow
3. Kylie Minogue - Je Ne Sais Pas Pourquoi
4. Yazz - Stand Up For Your Love Rights
5. Milli Vanilli - Girl You Know It's True

November 23, 1988: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on November 23, 1988 was Thanks For My Child by Cheryl Pepsii Riley, according to the music chart for the week November 21st and November 27th.

1. Cheryl Pepsii Riley - Thanks For My Child
2. Anita Baker - Giving You The Best That I Got
3. Freddie Jackson - Hey Lover
4. Cameo - You Make Me Work
5. The Boys - Dial My Heart

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for November 23rd is Sagittarius.

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Babies born in November are either Scorpio or Sagittarius. People born before November 21st are Scorpio, while people born from November 22nd have the sign of Sagittarius.

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November 23, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for November 23, 1988 is Dragon and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on November 23, 1988 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on November 23, 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 November 23, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 04:11 pm and setting at 08:14 am.

The previous full moon was on Oct 25, 1988 while the next full moon would come on Dec 23, 1988.

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Your place in the Universe on November 23, 1988

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Someone born on November 23, 1988 is:

37 years 6 months old,

or 450 months and 2 days old,

or 1956 weeks and 5 days old,

or 13697 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on November 23, 1988?

There are 183 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday November 23rd 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on November 23, 1988?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on November 23, 1988.

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