What happened on Monday April 26, 1982?

Here's what happened on April 26, 1982:

• Woo Bum-kon incident On April 26, 1982, South Korean policeman Woo Bum-kon embarked on a killing spree across several villages in Uiryeong County, South Gyeongsang Province, resulting in 56 deaths and approximately 35 injuries. The attack lasted from 9:30 p.m. on April 26 to 5:45 a.m. on April 27, 1982. Woo committed suicide when confronted by police. source: en.wikipedia.org
• CBS Radio Network launches "Radio Radio" youth-oriented network On April 26, 1982, the CBS Radio Network launched "Radio Radio," a youth-oriented network aimed at engaging younger audiences with contemporary music and programming. This initiative marked CBS's strategic move to cater to the youth demographic, reflecting the growing importance of targeting younger listeners in the radio industry. source: mediaconfidential.blogspot.com
• Gene Michael returns as Yankees manager On April 26, 1982, Gene Michael was appointed as the New York Yankees' manager for the second time, succeeding Bob Lemon, who had been dismissed the previous day. source: upi.com
• Nadja Benaissa Birth Nadja Benaissa, a notable German pop singer, was born on this date. She later became known as a member of the successful pop group No Angels.

Events in 1982

April 26, 1982: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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April 26, 1982 was a Monday and it was the 116th day of the year 1982 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 26, 1982 can also be written as 4/26/1982 in the US and as 26/4/1982 in UK and Europe.

April 26, 1982 in April 1982 calendar

Famous people born on April 26, 1982:

• Jon Lee (singer)
• Nadja Benaissa
• Novlene Williams-Mills

Famous people born in 1982

Famous people born on April 26th

Famous people died on April 26, 1982:

• Celia Johnson

  Renowned British actress famous for her iconic roles in classic films like 'Brief Encounter' and 'This Happy Breed', she was a significant...

• Harry Frantz
• Frank Coppola
• Carlo Augusto di Thurn und Taxis

Famous people who died in 1982

Famous people who died on April 26th

April 26, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 26, 1982 was I Love Rock 'N Roll by Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, according to the music chart for the week April 26th and May 2nd.

1. Joan Jett & The Blackhearts - I Love Rock 'N Roll
2. Vangelis - Chariots Of Fire - Titles
3. Paul McCartney - Ebony And Ivory
4. The J. Geils Band - Freeze-Frame
5. Rick Springfield - Don't Talk To Strangers

April 26, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 26, 1982 was Ebony And Ivory by Paul McCartney & Stevie Wonder, according to the music chart for the week April 26th and May 2nd.

1. Paul McCartney & Stevie Wonder - Ebony And Ivory
2. Nicole - A Little Peace
3. PhD - I Won't Let You Down
4. Yazoo - Only You
5. Madness - House Of Fun

April 26, 1982: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 26, 1982 was If It Ain't One Thing...It's Another by Richard "Dimples" Fields, according to the music chart for the week April 26th and May 2nd.

1. Richard "Dimples" Fields - If It Ain't One Thing...It's Another
2. Stevie Wonder - That Girl
3. Atlantic Starr - Circles
4. Kool & The Gang - Get Down On It
5. O'Bryan - The Gigolo

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 26th is Taurus.

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Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 26, 1982: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 26, 1982 is Dog and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 26, 1982 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 26, 1982 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 April 26, 1982 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 14% full, rising at 08:14 am and setting at 11:18 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 08, 1982 while the next full moon would come on May 08, 1982.

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Your place in the Universe on April 26, 1982

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Someone born on April 26, 1982 is:

44 years and 28 days old,

or 528 months and 28 days old,

or 2299 weeks and 6 days old,

or 16099 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 26, 1982?

There are 337 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday April 26th 2027.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 26, 1982?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 26, 1982.

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