What happened on Wednesday January 01, 1992?

Here's what happened on January 01, 1992:

• Russian Federation Established The Russian Soviet Federative Socialist Republic is officially renamed the Russian Federation, becoming the direct successor state to the Soviet Union and marking a pivotal moment in post-Cold War geopolitical transformation.
• UN Secretary-General Transition Boutros Boutros-Ghali of Egypt replaces Javier Pérez de Cuéllar of Peru as United Nations Secretary-General, marking a significant diplomatic leadership change.
• Grace Hopper's Legacy Rear Admiral Grace Hopper, pioneering computer scientist, passes away at 85. Her groundbreaking contributions include programming the Mark I, helping develop COBOL, creating the first practical compiler, and famously coining the term 'computer bug' in 1945.
• European Trade Barrier Reduction European nations begin dismantling trade barriers, signaling a move towards greater economic integration and cooperation across the continent.
• International Space Year Begins The inaugural International Space Year commences, promoting global collaboration and scientific exploration in space research and technology.
• Presidential Parliamentary Address President George H. W. Bush becomes the first U.S. President to address the Australian Parliament, symbolizing strengthened diplomatic relations between the two nations.
• ESPN Radio Network Launch The ESPN Radio Network debuts, expanding sports media broadcasting and providing nationwide sports coverage and commentary.
• Curaçao Education Reform Curaçao becomes the first territory in the Dutch Antilles to implement compulsory education, signaling an important educational policy development.
• New York City Transit Fare Increase New York City subway and transit fares increase from $1.15 to $1.25, reflecting urban infrastructure and economic adjustments.

Events in 1992

January 01, 1992: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jan. 01, 1992

Newspapers from Jan. 01, 1992

January 01, 1992 was a Wednesday and it was the 1st day of the year 1992 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 01, 1992 can also be written as 1/1/1992 in the US and as 1/1/1992 in UK and Europe.

January 01, 1992 in January 1992 calendar

Famous people born on January 01, 1992:

• Fatima Sana Shaikh

  Fatima Sana Shaikh is a prominent Bollywood actress known for her breakthrough role as Geeta Phogat in the critically acclaimed film...

• He Kexin

  He Kexin is a Chinese Olympic gymnast who won multiple medals in the 2008 and 2012 Olympic Games.

• Jack Wilshere

  Jack Wilshere is a former English professional footballer who played as a midfielder for Arsenal, West Ham United, and the England national...

Famous people born in 1992

Famous people born on January 1st

Famous people died on January 01, 1992:

• Grace Hopper

  A pioneering computer scientist and US Navy rear admiral who developed the first compiler and popularized the term 'debugging' in computer...

• Grace Murray Hopper

Famous people who died in 1992

Famous people who died on January 1st

January 01, 1992: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 01, 1992 was Black Or White by Michael Jackson, according to the music chart for the week December 30th and January 5th.

1. Michael Jackson - Black Or White
2. Boyz II Men - It's So Hard To Say Goodbye To Yesterday
3. Color Me Badd - All 4 Love
4. Mariah Carey - Can't Let Go
5. PM Dawn - Set Adrift On Memory Bliss

January 01, 1992: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 01, 1992 was Bohemian Rhapsody / These Are The Days Of Our Lives by Queen, according to the music chart for the week December 30th and January 5th.

1. Queen - Bohemian Rhapsody / These Are The Days Of Our Lives
2. The KLF featuring Tammy Wynette - Justified And Ancient
3. Right Said Fred - Don't Talk Just Kiss
4. Hammer - Addams Groove
5. Kym Sims - Too Blind To See It

January 01, 1992: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 01, 1992 was I Love Your Smile by Shanice, according to the music chart for the week December 30th and January 5th.

1. Shanice - I Love Your Smile
2. Vanessa Williams - The Comfort Zone
3. Tevin Campbell - Tell Me What You Want Me To Do
4. M.C. Hammer - 2 Legit 2 Quit
5. Fourplay Featuring El DeBarge - After The Dance

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 1st is Capricorn.

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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 01, 1992: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 01, 1992 is Monkey and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on January 01, 1992 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 01, 1992 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 01, 1992 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 4% full, rising at 04:36 am and setting at 02:42 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 21, 1991 while the next full moon would come on Jan 19, 1992.

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Your place in the Universe on January 01, 1992

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Someone born on January 01, 1992 is:

33 years 3 months old,

or 399 months and 22 days old,

or 1738 weeks

or 12166 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 01, 1992?

There are 253 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday January 1st 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 01, 1992?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on January 01, 1992.

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