What happened on Monday September 24, 1979?

Here's what happened on September 24, 1979:

• CompuServe launches first consumer information service On September 24, 1979, CompuServe introduced MicroNET, the first consumer-oriented online information service, allowing users to access computer resources during off-peak hours. This service marked the beginning of consumer access to online information and communication tools. source: wired.com
• Ghana adopts new constitution On September 24, 1979, Ghana adopted its Third Republican Constitution, marking the return to civilian rule after a period of military governance. The Armed Forces Revolutionary Council (AFRC), led by Flt. Lt. Jerry Rawlings, promulgated the constitution, which established a civilian government under President Dr. Hilla Limann. This constitution introduced significant reforms, including the separation of powers and the protection of individual rights. source: en.wikipedia.org
• Pete Rose collects 200th hit of the season, breaking Ty Cobb's record On September 24, 1979, Pete Rose achieved his 200th hit of the season, marking his tenth season with at least 200 hits and surpassing Ty Cobb's previous record of nine such seasons. This milestone was reached during the Philadelphia Phillies' 7–2 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals, where Rose singled in the game. source: baseball-reference.com
• Soviet ice skaters Belousova and Protopopov seek asylum in Switzerland On September 24, 1979, Soviet figure skaters Ludmila Belousova and Oleg Protopopov defected to Switzerland during a tour, requesting political asylum. The couple, both Communist Party members and celebrated athletes, had been prominent in Soviet figure skating, winning Olympic gold medals in 1964 and 1968. Their defection was a significant blow to the Soviet Union, as they were among the country's most honored athletes. source: washingtonpost.com

Events in 1979

September 24, 1979: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

LIFE magazines from September 1979

Newspapers from Sep. 24, 1979

Your poster from September 24, 1979

September 24, 1979: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

• Dallas Cowboys - Cleveland Browns : 7 - 26

September 24, 1979 was a Monday and it was the 267th day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 24, 1979 can also be written as 9/24/1979 in the US and as 24/9/1979 in UK and Europe.

September 24, 1979 in September 1979 calendar

Famous people born on September 24, 1979:

• Kim Jong-min

  South Korean actor and singer, member of the popular music group Koyote.

• Fábio Aurélio

  Brazilian professional footballer who played as a left-back for Liverpool and other clubs.

• Erin Chambers
• Ginevra Elkann
• Jin Jong-oh
• Fernando Soriano

Famous people born in 1979

Famous people born on September 24th

Famous people died on September 24, 1979:

• Michelangelo Abbado

Famous people who died in 1979

Famous people who died on September 24th

September 24, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on September 24, 1979 was My Sharona by The Knack, according to the music chart for the week September 24th and September 30th.

1. The Knack - My Sharona
2. Robert John - Sad Eyes
3. Herb Alpert - Rise
4. Michael Jackson - Don't Stop Til You Get Enough
5. Earth, Wind and Fire - After The Love Has Gone

September 24, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on September 24, 1979 was Message In A Bottle by The Police, according to the music chart for the week September 24th and September 30th.

1. The Police - Message In A Bottle
2. The Buggles - Video Killed The Radio Star
3. Blondie - Dreaming
4. Michael Jackson - Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough
5. Status Quo - Whatever You Want

September 24, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on September 24, 1979 was Don't Stop 'til You Get Enough by Michael Jackson, according to the music chart for the week September 24th and September 30th.

1. Michael Jackson - Don't Stop 'til You Get Enough
2. Ashford & Simpson - Found A Cure
3. Cameo - I Just Want To Be
4. Mass Production - Firecracker
5. Funkadelic - (Not Just) Knee Deep - Part 1

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 24th is Libra.

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September 24, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 24, 1979 is Goat and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on September 24, 1979 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 24, 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 September 24, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 19% full, rising at 09:38 am and setting at 09:22 pm.

The previous full moon was on Sep 06, 1979 while the next full moon would come on Oct 05, 1979.

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Someone born on September 24, 1979 is:

46 years 6 months old,

or 558 months and 12 days old,

or 2427 weeks and 6 days old,

or 16995 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on September 24, 1979?

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 24, 1979?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on September 24, 1979.

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