What happened on Wednesday May 01, 1985?

Here's what happened on May 01, 1985:

• Terrorist Bombing in Brussels On May 1st, 1985, a communist-linked terrorist attack in Brussels, Belgium resulted in the tragic deaths of two firefighters. This incident highlighted the ongoing political tensions and terrorist activities in Europe during the mid-1980s Cold War period.
• Reagan Ends Nicaragua Embargo On May 1st, 1985, U.S. President Ronald Reagan terminated the economic embargo against Nicaragua, marking a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy towards Central America during the Cold War era. This decision potentially signaled a diplomatic recalibration in the ongoing tensions with the Sandinista government.

Events in 1985

May 01, 1985: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 01, 1985

Newspapers from May. 01, 1985

May 01, 1985 was a Wednesday and it was the 121st day of the year 1985 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 01, 1985 can also be written as 5/1/1985 in the US and as 1/5/1985 in UK and Europe.

May 01, 1985 in May 1985 calendar

Famous people born on May 01, 1985:

• Gal Gadot

  Israeli actress and model globally famous for portraying Wonder Woman in DC superhero films, with significant international recognition.

• Drew Sidora

  American actress known for her roles in films like 'Step Up' and television series such as 'The Game' and 'Single Ladies'.

• Chad Mendes

Famous people born in 1985

Famous people born on May 1st

Famous people died on May 01, 1985:

• Denise Robins

  Romantic novelists are prolific in europe.

Famous people who died in 1985

Famous people who died on May 1st

May 01, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 01, 1985 was We Are The World by USA for Africa, according to the music chart for the week April 29th and May 5th.

1. USA for Africa - We Are The World
2. Madonna - Crazy For You
3. DeBarge - Rhythm Of The Night
4. Simple Minds - Don't You (Forget About Me)
5. Murray Head - One Night In Bangkok

May 01, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 01, 1985 was Everybody Wants To Rule The World by Tears For Fears, according to the music chart for the week April 29th and May 5th.

1. Tears For Fears - Everybody Wants To Rule The World
2. USA For Africa - We Are The World
3. Philip Bailey With Phil Collins - Easy Lover
4. Phyllis Nelson - Move Closer
5. Frankie Goes To Hollywood - Welcome To The Pleasuredome

May 01, 1985: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 01, 1985 was We Are The World by USA For Africa, according to the music chart for the week April 29th and May 5th.

1. USA For Africa - We Are The World
2. Debarge - Rhythm Of the Night
3. Mary Jane Girls - In My House
4. Kool & The Gang - Fresh
5. Sade - Smooth Operator

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 1st is Taurus.

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Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 01, 1985: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 01, 1985 is Ox and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 01, 1985 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 01, 1985 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 May 01, 1985 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 91% full, rising at 04:07 pm and setting at 04:47 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 05, 1985 while the next full moon would come on May 04, 1985.

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Your place in the Universe on May 01, 1985

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Someone born on May 01, 1985 is:

40 years and 13 days old,

or 480 months and 13 days old,

or 2089 weeks

or 14623 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 01, 1985?

There are 352 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 1st 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 01, 1985?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 01, 1985.

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