What happened on Friday August 24, 1990?

Here's what happened on August 24, 1990:

• East German parliament votes for reunification with West Germany On August 23, 1990, the Volkskammer, East Germany's parliament, voted to accede to the Federal Republic of Germany, setting October 3, 1990, as the date for reunification. This decision marked a significant step toward ending Germany's division after World War II. source: theguardian.com
• Iraqi troops surround embassies in Kuwait City On August 24, 1990, Iraqi forces surrounded the U.S. Embassy and at least eight other foreign diplomatic missions in Kuwait City, including those of Britain, France, Japan, Norway, Sweden, Hungary, West Germany, and Romania. Iraqi authorities threatened to forcibly remove diplomats remaining at their posts and cut off utilities to the embassies. Additionally, Iraqi troops detained over 100 American diplomats and their families who had fled Kuwait earlier, preventing their departure from Baghdad. These actions escalated tensions and were viewed as violations of international diplomatic norms. source: washingtonpost.com
• Armenia declares independence from Soviet Union On August 23, 1990, Armenia's Supreme Council adopted the Declaration of State Sovereignty, marking the beginning of the process to establish an independent state. This declaration asserted Armenia's right to self-determination and control over its own army, natural resources, and foreign policy. The declaration was approved by a vote of 183 to 2, with Levon Ter-Petrosyan serving as the president at that time. source: washingtonpost.com
• Brian Keenan released from hostage situation in Lebanon On August 24, 1990, after over four years in captivity, Irish-English teacher Brian Keenan was released by his captors in Beirut. He was handed over to Syrian officials and subsequently reunited with his family in Ireland. source: news.bbc.co.uk
• ECOMOG peacekeepers arrive in Liberia to intervene in civil war On August 24, 1990, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Monitoring Group (ECOMOG) deployed approximately 4,000 peacekeepers to Liberia's capital, Monrovia, to intervene in the ongoing civil war. The force, led by Ghana and Nigeria and comprising soldiers from Guinea, Sierra Leone, and The Gambia, aimed to impose a ceasefire and assist in establishing an interim government. Their arrival was met with resistance from rebel factions opposed to foreign intervention. source: globalsecurity.org
• Sergei Dovlatov, Russian writer, dies at 48 Sergei Dovlatov, a prominent Russian writer and journalist, passed away on August 24, 1990, in New York City at the age of 48. He was known for his works that depicted life in the Soviet Union and his experiences as an émigré. Dovlatov was buried at the Mount Hebron Cemetery in New York. source: russia-ic.com
• Judge dismisses subliminal message lawsuit against Judas Priest On August 24, 1990, Washoe District Judge Jerry Whitehead dismissed a $6.2 million product liability lawsuit against the heavy metal band Judas Priest. The suit alleged that subliminal messages in their 1978 album "Stained Class" led to the suicides of two young men in 1985. The judge ruled that the plaintiffs failed to prove the existence of intentional subliminal messages or their causation of the suicides. Additionally, CBS Records was fined $40,000 for withholding original master recordings during the trial. source: washingtonpost.com
• Sinéad O'Connor protests national anthem at New Jersey concert On August 24, 1990, Irish singer Sinéad O'Connor refused to perform at the Garden State Arts Center in Holmdel, New Jersey, unless the U.S. national anthem was omitted from the program. She stated that national anthems 'have nothing to do with music in general' and expressed concern over censorship in the music industry. The venue complied, but later banned her from performing there again. This incident sparked significant controversy, with figures like Frank Sinatra criticizing her actions, and some radio stations banning her music. O'Connor defended her stance, emphasizing her respect for the American people while opposing the playing of national anthems at concerts. source: latimes.com

Events in 1990

August 24, 1990: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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August 24, 1990 was a Friday and it was the 236th day of the year 1990 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 24, 1990 can also be written as 8/24/1990 in the US and as 24/8/1990 in UK and Europe.

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Famous people born on August 24, 1990:

• Seth Curry

  Professional basketball player in the NBA, known for his shooting skills and part of the famous Curry basketball family.

• Elizabeth Debicki

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Famous people died on August 24, 1990:

• Gely Abdel Rahman

  Sudanese-egyptian poet and academic (b. 1931).

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August 24, 1990: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 24, 1990 was Vision Of Love by Mariah Carey, according to the music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.

1. Mariah Carey - Vision Of Love
2. Janet Jackson - Come Back To Me
3. Sweet Sensation - If Wishes Came True
4. Poison - Unskinny Bop
5. Jon Bon Jovi - Blaze Of Glory

August 24, 1990: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 24, 1990 was Turtle Power by Partners In Kryme, according to the music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.

1. Partners In Kryme - Turtle Power
2. DNA featuring Suzanne Vega - Tom's Diner
3. Bombalurina - Itsy Bitsy Teeny Weeny Yellow Polka Dot Bikini
4. Blue Pearl - Naked In The Rain
5. MC Hammer - U Can't Touch This

August 24, 1990: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 24, 1990 was Jerk Out by The Time, according to the music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.

1. The Time - Jerk Out
2. Janet Jackson - Come Back To Me
3. Babyface - My Kinda Girl
4. Bell Biv DeVoe - Do Me!
5. Tony Toni Tone - Feels Good

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 24th is Virgo.

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August 24, 1990: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 24, 1990 is Horse and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 24, 1990 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 24, 1990 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 24, 1990 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 29% full, rising at 10:36 am and setting at 09:45 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 06, 1990 while the next full moon would come on Sep 05, 1990.

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Someone born on August 24, 1990 is:

35 years 9 months old,

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or 1865 weeks and 2 days old,

or 13057 days old,

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