About July 12th, 1979, in brief:
- Historical events: The island nation of Kiribati officially gains independence from the United Kingdom, marking a significant milestone in its political history and national sovereignty. The former British colony, previously known as the Gilbert Islands, emerges as a sovereign state.
- Day of the week: July 12th, 1979 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waning gibbous
- #1 US song: Bad Girls by Donna Summer
- #1 UK song: Are 'Friends' Electric by Tubeway Army
- Popular movie: The Tempest directed by Julie Taymor
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