What happened on Tuesday June 25, 1985?

Here's what happened on June 25, 1985:

• Police thwart suspected IRA bombing campaign targeting UK resorts In June 1985, British police uncovered a suspected IRA plot to bomb 12 seaside resorts across the UK during the summer season. Thirteen individuals were arrested in connection with the scheme, including Patrick Magee, who had previously been convicted for the 1984 Brighton hotel bombing. The police operation successfully prevented potential attacks that could have caused significant harm to civilians. source: news.bbc.co.uk
• Aerlex Fireworks plant explosion in Hallett, Oklahoma, kills 21 On June 25, 1985, a catastrophic explosion occurred at the Aerlex Fireworks plant in Hallett, Oklahoma, resulting in the deaths of 21 workers and injuring five others. The blast, which occurred at 9:40 AM CDT, was so powerful that it rattled windows in Cleveland, 13 miles away. The explosion was believed to have been caused by friction from unloading a container of highly explosive flash powder, leading to a chain reaction that leveled the plant. source: latimes.com
• Police thwart suspected IRA bombing campaign targeting UK resorts On June 25, 1985, British police arrested 13 individuals in connection with a suspected IRA bombing campaign aimed at UK seaside resorts. The arrests followed the discovery of a bomb at London's Rubens Hotel, intended for guests attending Buckingham Palace garden parties. Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher praised the police for averting a disaster that could have harmed many innocent people. source: news.bbc.co.uk
• Willie Banks Sets Triple Jump Record American athlete Willie Banks sets a remarkable triple jump record of 58 feet 11 inches during a competition in Indianapolis, showcasing exceptional athletic achievement.
• US Open Men's Golf Championship Andy North wins the US Open Men's Golf Championship at Oakland Hills Country Club, securing victory by a single stroke over runners-up Dave Barr, T.C. Chen, and Denis Watson.

Events in 1985

June 25, 1985: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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June 25, 1985 was a Tuesday and it was the 176th day of the year 1985 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 25, 1985 can also be written as 6/25/1985 in the US and as 25/6/1985 in UK and Europe.

June 25, 1985 in June 1985 calendar

Famous people born on June 25, 1985:

• Anton Korobov
• Adane Girma
• Om Thavrak
• Ekaterina Šichova
• Aurore Jéan
• Maria Bartkowski
• Børre Steenslid
• Tomasz Sokolowski
• Sławomir Kuczko
• Piotr Celeban
• Scott Brown
• Wings Pierre-Louis
• Annaleigh Ashford
• Jillian Loyden
• Demetric Bennett
• Daniel Bard
• Ezequiel Brítez
• Karim Matmour
• João Leonardo de Paula Reginato

Famous people born in 1985

Famous people born on June 25th

June 25, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 25, 1985 was Heaven by Bryan Adams, according to the music chart for the week June 24th and June 30th.

1. Bryan Adams - Heaven
2. Phil Collins - Sussudio
3. Duran Duran - A View To A Kill
4. Prince - Raspberry Beret
5. Madonna - Angel

June 25, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 25, 1985 was You'll Never Walk Alone by The Crowd, according to the music chart for the week June 24th and June 30th.

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 25, 1985: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 25, 1985 was Rock Me Tonight (For Old Times Sake) by Freddie Jackson, according to the music chart for the week June 24th and June 30th.

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. Loose Ends - Hangin' On A String

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 25th 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 25, 1985: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 25, 1985 is Ox and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 25, 1985 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 25, 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 25, 1985 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 55% full, rising at 12:50 pm and setting at 01:16 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 25, 1985 is:

40 years 11 months old,

or 491 months

or 2134 weeks and 6 days old,

or 14944 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 25, 1985?

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 25, 1985?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on June 25, 1985.

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