What happened on Tuesday July 29, 1980?

Here's what happened on July 29, 1980:

• 1980 Nepal earthquake On July 29, 1980, a 6.5 magnitude earthquake struck the Nepal–India border region, causing at least 200 deaths and injuring 5,600 people. The epicenter was located northwest of Khaptad National Park in Nepal, leading to extensive damage on both sides of the border, amounting to $245 million USD. source: apnews.com
• Iran adopts new flag post-revolution On July 29, 1980, Iran officially adopted a new national flag following the 1979 Islamic Revolution. The flag features three horizontal bands of green, white, and red, with a red emblem centered on the white band. The emblem is a stylized representation of the word "Allah" in red, and the phrase "Allahu Akbar" ("God is Great") is inscribed 11 times each in white Kufic script along the bottom of the green band and the top of the red band, totaling 22 repetitions, symbolizing the date of the revolution's victory on February 11 (22 Bahman 1357 in the Persian calendar). This design replaced the previous flag that featured the Lion and Sun emblem, reflecting the nation's shift from monarchy to an Islamic republic. source: en.wikipedia.org
• David Bowie stars in 'The Elephant Man' in Denver David Bowie made his theatrical debut as John Merrick in Bernard Pomerance's play 'The Elephant Man' at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, opening on July 29, 1980. The production received critical acclaim, with Variety noting Bowie's 'sensitive projection of this part' and potential for 'legit stardom.' source: davidbowie.com
• Fernando González: Chilean tennis player profile Fernando González is a retired Chilean professional tennis player, born on July 29, 1980, in Santiago, Chile. He turned professional in 1999 and achieved a career-high singles ranking of World No. 5 in 2007. González won 11 ATP singles titles and 3 doubles titles, including an Olympic gold medal in men's doubles at the 2004 Athens Olympics and a bronze in men's singles at the same event. He retired from professional tennis in 2012. source: en.wikipedia.org

Events in 1980

July 29, 1980: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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July 29, 1980 was a Tuesday and it was the 211th day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 29, 1980 can also be written as 7/29/1980 in the US and as 29/7/1980 in UK and Europe.

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Famous people born on July 29, 1980:

• Rachel Miner

  Rachel Miner is an American actress recognized for her roles in film, television, and stage. She is best known for playing Meg Masters on the television series 'Supernatural' and Michelle Bauer on the soap opera 'Guiding Light.' [bio]

• Fernando González

  Fernando González is a renowned Chilean tennis player famous for his powerful forehand and aggressive playing style.

• Ryan Braun

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Famous people born in 1980

Famous people born on July 29th

Famous people died on July 29, 1980:

• Filipp Ivanovič Golikov
• Georg Graf von Plettenberg

Famous people who died in 1980

Famous people who died on July 29th

July 29, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 29, 1980 was Magic by Olivia Newton-John, according to the music chart for the week July 28th and August 3rd.

1. Olivia Newton-John - Magic
2. Billy Joel - It's Still Rock And Roll To Me
3. Elton John - Little Jeannie
4. Spinners - Cupid/I've Loved You For A Long Time (Medley)
5. The Manhattans - Shining Star

July 29, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 29, 1980 was Xanadu by Olivia Newton-John & Electric Light Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week July 28th and August 3rd.

1. Olivia Newton-John & Electric Light Orchestra - Xanadu
2. Odyssey - Use It Up And Wear It Out
3. Stacy Lattisaw - Jump To The Beat
4. Don McLean - Crying
5. The Detroit Spinners - Cupid / I've Loved You For A Long Time

July 29, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 29, 1980 was One In A Million You by Larry Graham, according to the music chart for the week July 28th and August 3rd.

1. Larry Graham - One In A Million You
2. The S.O.S. Band - Take Your Time (Do It Right)
3. Diana Ross - Upside Down
4. The Fatback Band - Backstrokin'
5. The Spinners - Cupid/I've Loved You For A Long Time

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 29th is Leo.

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July 29, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 29, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 29, 1980 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 29, 1980 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 July 29, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 90% full, rising at 09:39 pm and setting at 08:59 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 27, 1980 while the next full moon would come on Aug 26, 1980.

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Someone born on July 29, 1980 is:

45 years 9 months old,

or 549 months and 25 days old,

or 2390 weeks and 5 days old,

or 16735 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 29, 1980?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on July 29, 1980.

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