What happened on Wednesday December 31, 1980?

Here's what happened on December 31, 1980:

• Pac-Man video game released in Japan Pac-Man, one of the most iconic video games, was released by Namco in Japan on December 31, 1980. Created by Toru Iwatani, the game quickly gained popularity and became a cultural phenomenon, influencing the gaming industry and popular culture. Its unique gameplay and character design set it apart from other arcade games of the time. source: britannica.com
• 1980 Norfolk Hotel bombing in Nairobi, Kenya On December 31, 1980, a bomb exploded in The Norfolk Hotel in Nairobi, Kenya, killing 20 people and injuring 87. The attack was believed to be in retaliation for Kenya's support during Israel's Operation Entebbe in 1976. The bomber, identified as Qaddura Mohammed Abd Al-Hamid, a member of the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine, fled to Saudi Arabia on the day of the bombing. source: en.wikipedia.org
• Léopold Sédar Senghor resigns as Senegal's president after 20 years in office On December 31, 1980, Léopold Sédar Senghor, the first president of Senegal, resigned after two decades in power. He was succeeded by Prime Minister Abdou Diouf, marking a peaceful transfer of power in Senegal's history. source: washingtonpost.com
• Richie McCaw's birth date confirmed Richie McCaw, the former New Zealand rugby union player and captain, was born on December 31, 1980. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest rugby players of all time, having led the All Blacks to two Rugby World Cup victories in 2011 and 2015. source: allblacks.com
• Bob Bryar's birth date confirmed as December 31, 1980 Bob Bryar, the former drummer of the rock band My Chemical Romance, was born on December 31, 1980. He played with the band from 2004 until 2010, contributing to their success during that period. Bryar's drumming was a key element in the band's distinctive sound. source: britannica.com
• Arthur Wellard passes away Arthur William Wellard, an English cricketer who played for Somerset and England, passed away on December 31, 1980, in Eastbourne, Sussex, England. He was known for his fast-bowling all-rounder role and was a Wisden Cricketer of the Year in 1936. source: en.wikipedia.org

Events in 1980

December 31, 1980: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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December 31, 1980 was a Wednesday and it was the 366th day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 31, 1980 can also be written as 12/31/1980 in the US and as 31/12/1980 in UK and Europe.

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Famous people born on December 31, 1980:

• Richie McCaw

  Legendary New Zealand rugby player widely considered the greatest rugby player of all time, who captained the All Blacks to two Rugby World...

• Fumie Suguri

Famous people born in 1980

Famous people born on December 31st

Famous people died on December 31, 1980:

• Marshall McLuhan

  Renowned Canadian media theorist who coined influential concepts like 'the medium is the message' and profoundly shaped understanding of...

• Raoul Walsh

  High sierra director in the usa, dies around 88.

Famous people who died in 1980

Famous people who died on December 31st

December 31, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 31, 1980 was Please Don't Go by K.C and the Sunshine Band, according to the music chart for the week December 29th and January 4th.

1. K.C and the Sunshine Band - Please Don't Go
2. Rupert Holmes - Escape (The Pina Colada Song)
3. Michael Jackson - Rock With You
4. Stevie Wonder - Send One Your Love
5. Captain and Tennille - Do That To Me One More Time

December 31, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 31, 1980 was There's No One Quite Like Grandma by St Winifred's School Choir, according to the music chart for the week December 29th and January 4th.

1. St Winifred's School Choir - There's No One Quite Like Grandma
2. Pink Floyd - Another Brick In The Wall
3. Abba - I Have A Dream
4. Abba - Super Trouper
5. The Pretenders - Brass In Pocket

December 31, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 31, 1980 was Rock With You by Michael Jackson, according to the music chart for the week December 29th and January 4th.

1. Michael Jackson - Rock With You
2. Rufus And Chaka Khan - Do You Love What You Feel
3. Bar-Kays - Move Your Boogie Body
4. Prince - I Wanna Be Your Lover
5. Stevie Wonder - Send One Your Love

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 31st is Capricorn.

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Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 31, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 31, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 31, 1980 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 31, 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 December 31, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 19% full, rising at 01:46 am and setting at 01:39 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 21, 1980 while the next full moon would come on Jan 20, 1981.

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Someone born on December 31, 1980 is:

45 years 4 months old,

or 544 months and 24 days old,

or 2368 weeks and 4 days old,

or 16580 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 31, 1980?

There are 221 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday December 31st 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 31, 1980?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on December 31, 1980.

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