What happened on Sunday January 12, 1986?

Here's what happened on January 12, 1986:

• Space Shuttle Columbia STS-61-C launches with first Hispanic-American astronaut On January 12, 1986, the Space Shuttle Columbia launched on mission STS-61-C, marking a significant milestone as it included the first Hispanic-American astronaut, Dr. Franklin Chang-Díaz. The mission aimed to deploy satellites and conduct scientific experiments in space. This historic flight contributed to the representation of Hispanic-Americans in the field of space exploration. source: nasa.gov
• New England Patriots defeat Miami Dolphins 31-14 in AFC Championship On January 12, 1986, the New England Patriots defeated the Miami Dolphins 31-14 in the AFC Championship Game. The Patriots capitalized on six Dolphins turnovers, converting them into 24 points. This victory marked the Patriots' first win in Miami since 1966 and secured their first trip to the Super Bowl in franchise history. source: latimes.com
• Denis Savard scores fastest goal to start a period in NHL history On January 12, 1986, during a game between the Chicago Black Hawks and the Hartford Whalers, Denis Savard scored a goal just four seconds into the third period, tying the NHL record for the fastest goal to start a period. The goal was a 35-foot blast past Whalers' goalie Steve Weeks. This quick goal tied the record set by Montreal's Claude Provost in 1957. Savard's earlier assist in the game extended his scoring streak to 17 games. source: espn.com

Events in 1986

January 12, 1986: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

LIFE magazines from January 1986

Newspapers from Jan. 12, 1986

Your poster from January 12, 1986

January 12, 1986: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

• Los Angeles Rams - Chicago Bears : 0 - 24
• New England Patriots - Miami Dolphins : 31 - 14

January 12, 1986 was a Sunday and it was the 12th day of the year 1986 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 12, 1986 can also be written as 1/12/1986 in the US and as 12/1/1986 in UK and Europe.

January 12, 1986 in January 1986 calendar

Famous people born on January 12, 1986:

• Gemma Arterton

  Acclaimed English actress known for roles in films like 'Quantum of Solace' and 'Prince of Persia'.

Famous people born in 1986

Famous people born on January 12th

Famous people died on January 12, 1986:

• Lars Leksell
• Herbert Prince
• Marcel Arland

Famous people who died in 1986

Famous people who died on January 12th

January 12, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 12, 1986 was Say You, Say Me by Lionel Richie, according to the music chart for the week January 6th and January 12th.

1. Lionel Richie - Say You, Say Me
2. Eddie Murphy - Party All The Time
3. Dionne & Friends - That's What Friends Are For
4. Simple Minds - Alive & Kicking
5. Klymaxx - I Miss You

January 12, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 12, 1986 was West End Girls by Pet Shop Boys, according to the music chart for the week January 6th and January 12th.

1. Pet Shop Boys - West End Girls
2. A-ha - The Sun Always Shines On TV
3. Whitney Houston - Saving All My Love For You
4. Dire Straits - Walk Of Life
5. Bronski Beat - Hit That Perfect Beat

January 12, 1986: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 12, 1986 was Say You, Say Me by Lionel Richie, according to the music chart for the week January 6th and January 12th.

1. Lionel Richie - Say You, Say Me
2. Eugene Wilde - Don't Say No Tonight
3. Dionne & Friends - That's What Friends Are For
4. Ready For The World - Digital Display
5. Stevie Wonder - Go Home

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 12th is Capricorn.

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January 12, 1986: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 12, 1986 is Ox and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on January 12, 1986 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 12, 1986 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 January 12, 1986 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 15% full, rising at 09:14 am and setting at 08:30 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 27, 1985 while the next full moon would come on Jan 26, 1986.

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Someone born on January 12, 1986 is:

40 years 2 months old,

or 482 months and 24 days old,

or 2099 weeks

or 14693 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 12, 1986?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on January 12, 1986.

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