What happened on Saturday March 24, 1990?

Here's what happened on March 24, 1990:

• Happy Land Social Club fire in the Bronx kills 87 people On March 25, 1990, a devastating arson fire erupted at the Happy Land Social Club in the Bronx, New York, resulting in the deaths of 87 individuals. The fire was set by Julio González, who had been ejected from the club after an argument with his ex-girlfriend, Lydia Feliciano, a coat-check worker at the club. González returned to the club with gasoline, ignited it near the only staircase, and locked the front gate, trapping patrons inside. Most victims died from smoke inhalation, with some found still holding drinks. González was arrested and later convicted on multiple counts of murder and arson. The incident highlighted severe fire safety violations at the club, including the absence of fire exits, alarms, and a sprinkler system. The tragedy led to significant changes in fire safety regulations and enforcement in New York City. source: washingtonpost.com
• Last Indian troops depart Sri Lanka, ending IPKF mission On March 24, 1990, the final contingent of approximately 2,000 Indian soldiers left Sri Lanka, marking the conclusion of the Indian Peace Keeping Force's (IPKF) 32-month deployment. The IPKF was initially sent in 1987 under the Indo-Sri Lankan Accord to assist in resolving the Sri Lankan Civil War. Despite their presence, the IPKF faced significant challenges, including mounting casualties and limited success against the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). The withdrawal was completed ahead of the March 31 deadline agreed upon by India and Sri Lanka. source: washingtonpost.com
• Hungary holds first free multiparty elections in over four decades On March 25, 1990, Hungary conducted its first free multiparty elections since 1945, marking a significant shift from its communist past. The Hungarian Democratic Forum (MDF), a conservative nationalist party, emerged as the largest party in parliament, securing approximately 24.73% of the vote. The Alliance of Free Democrats (SZDSZ), a liberal party advocating rapid free-market reforms, followed with about 21.39%. The Hungarian Socialist Party, formerly the Communist Party, received around 10.89%, indicating a substantial decline in its support. These elections paved the way for József Antall of the MDF to become prime minister, leading a coalition government without communist participation. source: washingtonpost.com
• Bob Hawke wins record fourth term as Australian Prime Minister On March 24, 1990, Bob Hawke's Australian Labor Party secured a narrow victory in the federal election, marking his fourth consecutive term as Prime Minister. Despite a swing towards the opposition Liberal-National coalition, Labor won 78 seats in the 148-seat House of Representatives, while the coalition secured 69 seats. An independent candidate held one seat, and four seats remained undecided. source: upi.com
• An Wang, founder of Wang Laboratories, dies at 70 An Wang, a Chinese-American computer engineer and founder of Wang Laboratories, died on March 24, 1990, at the age of 70. He passed away at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston after a prolonged battle with esophageal cancer. Wang was renowned for his development of magnetic core memory, a pivotal advancement in early computer technology, and for establishing a company that became a significant player in the office equipment sector. source: washingtonpost.com
• Archbishop of Canterbury Robert Runcie announces early retirement On March 26, 1990, Archbishop of Canterbury Robert Runcie announced his decision to retire on January 31, 1991, nine months before reaching the Church of England's mandatory retirement age of 70. Citing exhaustion from addressing sensitive issues like the ordination of women and divisions between Catholics and Evangelicals, Runcie expressed a desire to spend more time with his family. His successor, George Carey, was appointed in July 1990 and formally installed on March 27, 1991. source: deseret.com
• Keisha Castle-Hughes born in Donnybrook, Australia Keisha Castle-Hughes, a New Zealand actress known for her role in 'Whale Rider,' was born on March 24, 1990, in Donnybrook, Western Australia, Australia. She moved to New Zealand at the age of four and later became a New Zealand citizen in 2001. source: en.wikipedia.org
• Tom Jager sets 50m freestyle world record in Nashville On March 24, 1990, American swimmer Tom Jager set a new world record in the men's 50-meter freestyle with a time of 21.81 seconds at the U.S. Short Course National Championships in Nashville, Tennessee. This achievement surpassed the previous world record of 22.12 seconds, which Jager had set in Tokyo on August 20, 1989. source: en.wikipedia.org

Events in 1990

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

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March 24, 1990 was a Saturday and it was the 83rd day of the year 1990 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 24, 1990 can also be written as 3/24/1990 in the US and as 24/3/1990 in UK and Europe.

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Famous people born on March 24, 1990:

• Levan Mch'edlidze
• Soroush Rafiei
• Izumi Kato
• Yūki Ōtsu
• Kiran Chemjong
• Fatxullo Fatxulloev
• Billy Ketkeophomphone
• Benedikt Doll
• Pico Rama
• Ornel Gega
• Dominique Provost-Chalkley
• Anthony Prymack
• Starlin Castro
• Sequiel Sánchez
• Jontron
• Lacey Evans
• Danny Trevathan
• Keisha Castle-Hughes
• Isaac Díaz
• Marcos Miers

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Famous people born on March 24th

Famous people died on March 24, 1990:

• Alice Sapritch

  French-Armenian actress known for her theatrical and film performances in European cinema during the mid-20th century.

• René Enríquez

  René Enríquez was a prominent Mexican-American actor best known for his memorable role as Lieutenant Ray Calletano on the critically...

• Ray Goulding

  Half of the famous comedy radio duo Bob and Ray, known for their satirical and improvisational comedy sketches.

• An Wang

  Pioneering Chinese-American computer engineer and entrepreneur who founded Wang Laboratories, a significant technology company in the 1970s...

Famous people who died in 1990

Famous people who died on March 24th

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

The number 1 song in the USA on March 24, 1990 was Black Velvet by Alannah Myles, according to the music chart for the week March 19th and March 25th.

1. Alannah Myles - Black Velvet
2. Taylor Dayne - Love Will Lead You Back
3. Janet Jackson - Escapade
4. The B-52's - Roam
5. Phil Collins - I Wish It Would Rain Down

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

The number 1 song in the UK on March 24, 1990 was Dub Be Good To Me by Beats International featuring Lindy Layton, according to the music chart for the week March 19th and March 25th.

1. Beats International featuring Lindy Layton - Dub Be Good To Me
2. Various Artists - The Brits 1990
3. Michael Bolton - How Am I Supposed To Live Without You
4. The B-52s - Love Shack
5. Sinead O'Connor - Nothing Compares 2 U

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

The number 1 R&B song on March 24, 1990 was All Around The World by Lisa Stansfield, according to the music chart for the week March 19th and March 25th.

1. Lisa Stansfield - All Around The World
2. Miki Howard - Love Under New Management
3. Quincy Jones - The Secret Garden
4. Troop - Spread My Wings
5. Alyson Williams - I Need Your Lovin'

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 24th is Aries.

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

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

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Moon phase

The moon phase on March 24, 1990 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 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 March 24, 1990 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 1% full, rising at 04:34 am and setting at 05:10 pm.

The previous full moon was on Mar 11, 1990 while the next full moon would come on Apr 10, 1990.

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Someone born on March 24, 1990 is:

36 years 2 months old,

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