What happened on Sunday January 26, 1986?

Here's what happened on January 26, 1986:

• Halley's Comet visible from Earth in 1986 Halley's Comet made its closest approach to Earth on January 26, 1986, during its 76-year orbit. This event allowed millions of people worldwide to observe the comet, which is one of the most famous comets due to its visibility from Earth. The 1986 appearance was particularly significant as it was the first time it was observed with modern scientific instruments. source: nasa.gov
• Ugandan government overthrown by National Resistance Army On January 26, 1986, the National Resistance Army (NRA), led by Yoweri Museveni, captured Kampala, leading to the collapse of General Tito Okello's government. Museveni was sworn in as president on January 29, 1986, marking the end of the Ugandan Bush War and initiating a new era in Uganda's political history. source: en.wikipedia.org
• Chicago Bears win Super Bowl XX On January 26, 1986, the Chicago Bears defeated the New England Patriots 46-10 in Super Bowl XX at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans. The Bears' defense, known as the "46 defense," was dominant, allowing only seven rushing yards and recording seven sacks. Defensive end Richard Dent was named Super Bowl MVP for his performance, which included 1.5 sacks, two forced fumbles, and one blocked pass. source: en.wikipedia.org
• LPGA Golf Tournament Val Skinner wins the Mazda Golf Classic in the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) tournament, showcasing her skill and competitive prowess in professional women's golf.

Events in 1986

January 26, 1986: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

LIFE magazines from January 1986

Newspapers from Jan. 26, 1986

January 26, 1986: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

• New England Patriots - Chicago Bears : 10 - 46

January 26, 1986 was a Sunday and it was the 26th day of the year 1986 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 26, 1986 can also be written as 1/26/1986 in the US and as 26/1/1986 in UK and Europe.

January 26, 1986 in January 1986 calendar

Famous people born on January 26, 1986:

• Kim Jae-joong

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• Eléonore Boccara
• Matt Heafy

Famous people born in 1986

Famous people born on January 26th

Famous people died on January 26, 1986:

• Julien Médécin

Famous people who died in 1986

Famous people who died on January 26th

January 26, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 26, 1986 was That's What Friends Are For by Dionne & Friends, according to the music chart for the week January 20th and January 26th.

1. Dionne & Friends - That's What Friends Are For
2. Lionel Richie - Say You, Say Me
3. Survivor - Burning Heart
4. Stevie Nicks - Talk To Me
5. Wham! - I'm Your Man

January 26, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 26, 1986 was West End Girls by Pet Shop Boys, according to the music chart for the week January 20th and January 26th.

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 26, 1986: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 26, 1986 was That's What Friends Are For by Dionne & Friends, according to the music chart for the week January 20th and January 26th.

1. Dionne & Friends - That's What Friends Are For
2. Lionel Richie - Say You, Say Me
3. Stevie Wonder - Go Home
4. Ready For The World - Digital Display
5. Atlantic Starr - Secret Lovers

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 26th is Aquarius.

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Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 26, 1986: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 26, 1986 is Ox and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on January 26, 1986 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 26, 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 26, 1986 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 05:46 pm and setting at 08:30 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 26, 1986 while the next full moon would come on Feb 24, 1986.

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Someone born on January 26, 1986 is:

40 years 2 months old,

or 482 months and 9 days old,

or 2096 weeks and 6 days old,

or 14678 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 26, 1986?

There are 297 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday January 26th 2027.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 26, 1986?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on January 26, 1986.

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