What happened on Wednesday February 21, 1996?

Here's what happened on February 21, 1996:

• Saudi Arabian leadership transition On February 21, 1996, King Fahd of Saudi Arabia appointed Crown Prince Abdullah as the de facto ruler of the kingdom. This transition marked a significant moment in Saudi governance, as Abdullah began to take on more responsibilities in the administration. source: reuters.com
• Northern Peru earthquake A significant earthquake struck northern Peru on February 21, 1996, measuring 6.1 on the Richter scale. The quake caused considerable damage and loss of life, prompting emergency responses from local and international agencies. source: usgs.gov
• Soyuz TM-23 space mission launch The Soyuz TM-23 mission was launched on February 21, 1996, carrying a crew to the Mir space station. This mission was part of ongoing efforts to maintain and operate the Mir space station during its operational period. source: nasa.gov
• Death of Morton Gould Renowned American musician and composer Morton Gould passes away at age 82, marking the end of a significant career in 20th-century classical and popular music composition.
• Cox Enterprises Digital Domain Investment Cox Enterprises makes a strategic investment in Digital Domain, a notable move in the media and digital technology sector.

Events in 1996

February 21, 1996: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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Newspapers from Feb. 21, 1996

February 21, 1996: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

• Boston Celtics - Phoenix Suns : 107 - 120
• Houston Rockets - Minnesota Timberwolves : 101 - 120
• Los Angeles Lakers - Los Angeles Clippers : 112 - 108
• Miami Heat - Philadelphia 76ers : 66 - 57
• New Jersey Nets - Milwaukee Bucks : 94 - 92

Division 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

• Derby - Luton : 1 - 1
• Wolves - Leicester : 2 - 3

Division 2 - Football (United Kingdom)

• Swindon - Brentford : 2 - 2

Premier League - UK Soccer

• Man United - Everton : 2 - 0
• West Ham - Newcastle : 2 - 0

February 21, 1996 was a Wednesday and it was the 52nd day of the year 1996 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 21, 1996 can also be written as 2/21/1996 in the US and as 21/2/1996 in UK and Europe.

February 21, 1996 in February 1996 calendar

Famous people born on February 21, 1996:

• Sophie Turner (actress)

  Sophie Turner is a renowned British actress who rose to international fame for her portrayal of Sansa Stark in the critically acclaimed HBO...

• Sophie Turner

Famous people born in 1996

Famous people born on February 21st

Famous people died on February 21, 1996:

• Morton Gould

  Renowned American composer, conductor, and pianist who made significant contributions to classical and popular music.

• Priscilla Bonner

Famous people who died in 1996

Famous people who died on February 21st

February 21, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 21, 1996 was One Sweet Day by Mariah Carey, according to the music chart for the week February 19th and February 25th.

1. Mariah Carey - One Sweet Day
2. Mary J. Blige - Not Gon' Cry
3. Everything But The Girl - Missing
4. Tony Rich Project - Nobody Knows
5. Brandy - Sittin' Up In My Room

February 21, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 21, 1996 was Spaceman by Babylon Zoo, according to the music chart for the week February 19th and February 25th.

1. Babylon Zoo - Spaceman
2. 3T - Anything
3. The Bluetones - Slight Return
4. The Lighthouse Family - Lifted
5. Technohead - I Wanna Be A Hippy

February 21, 1996: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 21, 1996 was Not Gon' Cry (From "Waiting To Exhale") by Mary J. Blige, according to the music chart for the week February 19th and February 25th.

1. Mary J. Blige - Not Gon' Cry (From "Waiting To Exhale")
2. Brandy - Sittin' Up In My Room (From "Waiting To Exhale")
3. Monica - Before You Walk Out Of My Life/Like This And Like That
4. Total - No One Else
5. Joe - All The Things (Your Man Won't Do) (From "Don't Be A Menace...")

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 21st is Pisces.

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Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 21, 1996: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 21, 1996 is Rat and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 21, 1996 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 21, 1996 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 February 21, 1996 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 20% full, rising at 08:03 am and setting at 10:05 pm.

The previous full moon was on Feb 04, 1996 while the next full moon would come on Mar 05, 1996.

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Your place in the Universe on February 21, 1996

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Someone born on February 21, 1996 is:

30 years 1 month old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 21, 1996?

There are 324 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday February 21st 2027.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 21, 1996?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on February 21, 1996.

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