What happened on Monday December 03, 1979?

Here's what happened on December 03, 1979:

• Iran adopts new constitution, replacing 1906 version On December 3, 1979, Iran's new constitution was ratified, replacing the 1906 constitution. The new constitution established Iran as an Islamic Republic, introducing direct elections for the presidency and creating a unicameral parliament. It also required any constitutional changes to go to a referendum. The constitution was adopted by a referendum held on December 2 and 3, 1979, with 99.5% approval from voters. source: wipo.int
• Khomeini becomes Supreme Leader of Iran On December 3, 1979, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini was officially appointed as the Supreme Leader of Iran, solidifying his role as the nation's political and religious leader. This appointment followed the 1979 Iranian Revolution, which led to the overthrow of the Pahlavi monarchy and the establishment of the Islamic Republic of Iran. Khomeini's leadership marked a significant shift in Iran's governance, emphasizing the principles of velayat-e faqih, or guardianship of the Islamic jurist. source: britannica.com
• Iran adopts new constitution On December 3, 1979, Iran's new constitution was ratified by a national referendum, replacing the 1906 constitution. The referendum, held on December 2 and 3, 1979, resulted in over 99% approval, with 15,758,956 votes cast. The new constitution established Iran as an Islamic Republic, introducing direct presidential elections, a unicameral parliament, and requiring referendums for constitutional changes. It also incorporated the principle of 'Guardianship of the Islamic Jurist' (Velayat-e Faqih), granting significant authority to the Supreme Leader. source: wipo.int
• Iran adopts new constitution On December 2 and 3, 1979, Iran held a referendum in which 99.5% of voters approved the new Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Iran, replacing the 1906 Constitution. The referendum was conducted by the Council of the Islamic Revolution, following the resignation of the Interim Government due to the U.S. Embassy hostage crisis. The new constitution established Iran as an Islamic republic, introduced direct presidential elections, created a unicameral parliament, and required referendums for constitutional changes. source: wipo.int
• Iran adopts new constitution On December 2 and 3, 1979, Iran held a referendum in which 99.5% of voters approved the new Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Iran, replacing the 1906 Constitution. The new constitution established a hybrid regime combining theocratic and democratic elements, with sovereignty vested in God and provisions for elected bodies such as the presidency and parliament. source: wipo.int
• The Who concert disaster in Cincinnati On December 3, 1979, a stampede occurred outside the Riverfront Coliseum in Cincinnati, Ohio, during a concert by The Who. The incident resulted in the deaths of 11 individuals and injuries to 23 others. The tragedy led to the banning of festival seating in Cincinnati and prompted changes in crowd control measures at concert venues. source: history.com
• The Who concert disaster in Cincinnati On December 3, 1979, a tragic crowd surge occurred outside the Riverfront Coliseum in Cincinnati, Ohio, during a concert by The Who. The incident resulted in the deaths of 11 individuals and injuries to 26 others. The concert proceeded as scheduled, with the band unaware of the tragedy until after the performance. source: apnews.com
• Death of Dhyan Chand Major Dhyan Chand, widely regarded as one of the greatest field hockey players in history, passed away on December 3, 1979, in New Delhi, India. He was 74 years old at the time of his death. source: britannica.com
• Shadow Traffic begins broadcasting in New York City Shadow Traffic, a traffic reporting service, began operations in New York City on December 3, 1979. The first report aired on WTFM at approximately 5:55 a.m. source: radiodiscussions.com
• Charles White wins 1979 Heisman Trophy On December 3, 1979, Charles White, a tailback from the University of Southern California (USC), was awarded the Heisman Trophy, recognizing him as the most outstanding player in college football for that year. White led the nation in rushing during his senior season, amassing 2,050 yards and 22 touchdowns, and captained the Trojans to a national championship. He remains USC's all-time leading rusher with 6,245 career yards. source: heisman.com
• Shadow Traffic launches broadcast service in New York City Shadow Traffic, a traffic reporting service founded in 1975 by Michael Lenet, expanded its operations to New York City on December 3, 1979. The company began providing traffic information to various radio stations in the New York/New Jersey area, marking a significant milestone in its growth. source: mediaconfidential.blogspot.com
• Birth of singer-songwriter Daniel Bedingfield Daniel Bedingfield, a British singer-songwriter known for his hit songs in the early 2000s, was born on December 3, 1979. He gained fame with tracks like "Gotta Get Thru This" and "If You're Not the One," which showcased his distinctive pop and R&B style. His music has earned him several awards and a dedicated fan base. source: britannica.com
• Shadow Traffic begins broadcasting in New York City On December 3, 1979, Shadow Traffic, a traffic reporting service founded in 1975 by Michael Lenet, began operations in the New York City market. The company, which had expanded from Philadelphia to Chicago in 1978, provided traffic information to various radio stations in New York City, including WBAB, WGLI, WHLI, WIOK, and WTFM. source: mediaconfidential.blogspot.com

Events in 1979

December 03, 1979: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

LIFE magazines from December 1979

Newspapers from Dec. 03, 1979

December 03, 1979: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

• Oakland Raiders - New Orleans Saints : 42 - 35

December 03, 1979 was a Monday and it was the 337th day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 03, 1979 can also be written as 12/3/1979 in the US and as 3/12/1979 in UK and Europe.

December 03, 1979 in December 1979 calendar

Famous people born on December 03, 1979:

• Tiffany Haddish

  Tiffany Haddish is an American actress, comedian, and author, known for her breakout role in the 2017 comedy film 'Girls Trip' and her energetic stand-up comedy style. She has become one of the most prominent comedic performers in Hollywood, appearing in films, television shows, and as a host of high-profile events. [bio]

• Daniel Bedingfield

  Daniel Bedingfield is an English-New Zealand singer, songwriter, and record producer best known for his chart-topping debut single "Gotta Get Thru This" and subsequent success in the early 2000s. His music spans pop, dance, and R&B genres. [bio]

• Sean Parker

  Tech entrepreneur who co-founded Napster and was an early president of Facebook, playing a crucial role in the social media platform's early...

• Rainbow Francks

  Canadian rapper and actor known for his work with The Oddities.

Famous people born in 1979

Famous people born on December 3rd

Famous people died on December 03, 1979:

• Dhyan Chand

  Legendary Indian hockey player widely considered the greatest hockey player of all time, who revolutionized the sport with his extraordinary...

• Domenico Javarone
• Rutilio Robusti

Famous people who died in 1979

Famous people who died on December 3rd

December 03, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 03, 1979 was Babe by Styx, according to the music chart for the week December 3rd and December 9th.

1. Styx - Babe
2. Barbra Streisand - No More Tears (Enough Is Enough)
3. Commodores - Still
4. K.C and the Sunshine Band - Please Don't Go
5. Rupert Holmes - Escape (The Pina Colada Song)

December 03, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 03, 1979 was Another Brick In The Wall by Pink Floyd, according to the music chart for the week December 3rd and December 9th.

1. Pink Floyd - Another Brick In The Wall
2. The Police - Walking On The Moon
3. Abba - I Have A Dream
4. The Tourists - I Only Want To Be With You
5. Donna Summer & Barbra Streisand - No More Tears (Enough Is Enough)

December 03, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 03, 1979 was I Wanna Be Your Lover by Prince, according to the music chart for the week December 3rd and December 9th.

1. Prince - I Wanna Be Your Lover
2. Rufus And Chaka Khan - Do You Love What You Feel
3. Bar-Kays - Move Your Boogie Body
4. Sugarhill Gang - Rapper's Delight
5. Michael Jackson - Rock With You

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 3rd is Sagittarius.

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December 03, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 03, 1979 is Goat and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 03, 1979 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 03, 1979 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 03, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 99% full, rising at 04:54 pm and setting at 07:34 am.

The previous full moon was on Nov 04, 1979 while the next full moon would come on Jan 02, 1980.

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Someone born on December 03, 1979 is:

46 years 4 months old,

or 556 months

or 2417 weeks and 4 days old,

or 16923 days old,

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