What happened on Friday February 01, 1974?

Here's what happened on February 01, 1974:

• Tragic Joelma Building Fire in São Paulo A devastating fire erupted in the 25-story Joelma Building in São Paulo, Brazil, resulting in 189 fatalities and 293 injuries. This catastrophic event highlighted significant urban fire safety concerns and led to major improvements in building safety regulations.
• Kuala Lumpur Becomes Federal Territory Kuala Lumpur, the vibrant capital of Malaysia, was officially declared a Federal Territory, marking a significant administrative and political milestone in the city's governance and national status.
• Good Times TV Series Premiere The popular sitcom 'Good Times', a spin-off from the series 'Maude', made its debut on CBS Television, introducing audiences to a groundbreaking portrayal of African American family life in the 1970s.
• David Carter: Seneschalstown Footballer David Carter, a retired footballer from Seneschalstown, was noted in historical records for his sporting career.

Events in 1974

February 01, 1974: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 01, 1974

Newspapers from Feb. 01, 1974

February 01, 1974 was a Friday and it was the 32nd day of the year 1974 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 01, 1974 can also be written as 2/1/1974 in the US and as 1/2/1974 in UK and Europe.

February 01, 1974 in February 1974 calendar

Famous people born on February 01, 1974:

• Walter McCarty

  Former NBA basketball player who transitioned to coaching, playing for teams like the Boston Celtics and New York Knicks.

• Lisa Marie Scott

  American model and Playboy Playmate from Pensacola, Florida, known for her photographic work in the 1990s.

• Richard Dalla Rosa

Famous people born in 1974

Famous people born on February 1st

Famous people died on February 01, 1974:

• Ewart Horsfall

Famous people who died in 1974

Famous people who died on February 1st

February 01, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 01, 1974 was The Way We Were by Barbra Streisand, according to the music chart for the week January 28th and February 3rd.

1. Barbra Streisand - The Way We Were
2. Ringo Starr - You're Sixteen
3. Love Unlimited Orchestra - Love's Theme
4. Al Wilson - Show And Tell
5. Byron MacGregor - Americans

February 01, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 01, 1974 was You Won't Find Another Fool Like Me by The New Seekers, according to the music chart for the week January 28th and February 3rd.

1. The New Seekers - You Won't Find Another Fool Like Me
2. Slade - Merry Xmas Everybody
3. Leo Sayer - The Show Must Go On
4. Mud - Tiger Feet
5. Alvin Stardust - My Coo-Ca-Choo

February 01, 1974: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 01, 1974 was Let Your Hair Down by The Temptations, according to the music chart for the week January 28th and February 3rd.

1. The Temptations - Let Your Hair Down
2. The O'Jays - Put Your Hands Together
3. Al Green - Livin' For You
4. Eddie Kendricks - Boogie Down
5. Kool & The Gang - Jungle Boogie

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 1st is Aquarius.

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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 01, 1974: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 01, 1974 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 01, 1974 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 01, 1974 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 01, 1974 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 71% full, rising at 12:35 pm and setting at 04:01 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 08, 1974 while the next full moon would come on Feb 06, 1974.

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Your place in the Universe on February 01, 1974

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Someone born on February 01, 1974 is:

51 years 3 months old,

or 615 months and 13 days old,

or 2675 weeks and 5 days old,

or 18730 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 01, 1974?

There are 263 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday February 1st 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 01, 1974?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on February 01, 1974.

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