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see horoscope and birth chart for August 02, 1986What happened on Saturday, August 2, 1986?
About August 2nd, 1986, in brief:
- Historical events: On August 2, 1986, IBM launched its PS/2 line of personal computers, which featured the Micro Channel Architecture and aimed to standardize PC hardware. This event marked a significant milestone in the personal computer era, influencing the design and compatibility of future PCs. The PS/2 series also introduced the 3.5-inch floppy disk, which became a standard storage medium for years to come.
- Day of the week: August 2nd, 1986 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waning crescent
- #1 US song: Glory Of Love (Theme From The Karate Kid Part II) by Peter Cetera
- #1 UK song: Papa Don't Preach by Madonna
- Popular movie: Aliens directed by James Cameron
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- August 02, 1986: What happened on that day?
- What day of the week was August 02, 1986?
- Who was born on August 02, 1986?
- August 02, 1986: What famous people died on that day?
- August 02, 1986: Number 1 song on that day
- August 02, 1986: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 02, 1986: What was the moon phase on that day?
- How old is someone born on August 02, 1986?
- Back in 1986
August 02, 1986: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 02, 1986:
- IBM introduces the PS/2 personal computer line On August 2, 1986, IBM launched its PS/2 line of personal computers, which featured the Micro Channel Architecture and aimed to standardize PC hardware. This event marked a significant milestone in the personal computer era, influencing the design and compatibility of future PCs. The PS/2 series also introduced the 3.5-inch floppy disk, which became a standard storage medium for years to come. source: britannica.com
- Jackie Joyner-Kersee sets heptathlon world record On August 2, 1986, Jackie Joyner-Kersee set a world record in the heptathlon with a total of 7,291 points at the Goodwill Games in Moscow. This achievement solidified her status as one of the greatest female athletes in track and field history. Her record stood for several years, showcasing her exceptional talent and versatility in multiple events. source: britannica.com
- Roy Cohn, controversial legal figure, dies Roy Cohn, a prominent American lawyer known for his role as chief counsel to Senator Joseph McCarthy during the 1950s 'Red Scare,' died on August 2, 1986, in Bethesda, Maryland, at the age of 59. He passed away from complications related to AIDS, a condition he had been diagnosed with in 1984 but had publicly denied. Cohn's death was marked by controversy, including his disbarment earlier that year for unethical conduct. source: upi.com
- Curtis Cup Historic Victory Great Britain & Ireland women's golf team achieves a significant victory, defeating the United States 13-5 on American soil for the first time in the prestigious Curtis Cup competition.
- First Malagasy Winter Olympian Mathieu Razanakolona becomes the first athlete from Madagascar to compete in the Winter Olympics, representing his country in alpine skiing.
August 02, 1986: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?
LIFE magazines from August 1986
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What day of the week was August 02, 1986?
August 02, 1986 was a Saturday and it was the 214th day of the year 1986 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 02, 1986 can also be written as 8/2/1986 in the US and as 2/8/1986 in UK and Europe.
Who was born on August 02, 1986?
Famous people born on August 02, 1986:
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Elena VesninaProfessional Russian tennis player who has won multiple Grand Slam doubles titles and an Olympic bronze medal.
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Lily Gladstone
August 02, 1986: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 02, 1986:
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Roy CohnAmerican lawyer and politician (b. 1927).
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Paolo Vita-Finzi
August 02, 1986: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 02, 1986 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 28th and August 3rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 02, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 02, 1986 was Glory Of Love (Theme From The Karate Kid Part II) by Peter Cetera, according to the music chart for the week July 28th and August 3rd.
- Peter Cetera - Glory Of Love (Theme From The Karate Kid Part II)
- Peter Gabriel - Sledgehammer
- Kenny Loggins - Danger Zone
- Madonna - Papa Don't Preach
- Genesis - Invisible Touch
August 02, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 02, 1986 was Papa Don't Preach by Madonna, according to the music chart for the week July 28th and August 3rd.
- Madonna - Papa Don't Preach
- Wham! - The Edge Of Heaven
- Owen Paul - My Favourite Waste Of Time
- Sly Fox - Let's Go All The Way
- Chris De Burgh - The Lady In Red
August 02, 1986: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 02, 1986 was Closer Than Close by Jean Carne, according to the music chart for the week July 28th and August 3rd.
- Jean Carne - Closer Than Close
- - Rumors
- Jeffrey Osborne - You Should Be Mine (The Woo Woo Song)
- Shirley Jones - Do You Get Enough Love
- Anita Baker - Sweet Love
August 02, 1986: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 2nd is Leo.
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Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 02, 1986: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 02, 1986 is Tiger and the associated element is Fire.
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Try our calculator to discover your Chinese zodiac sign based on your date of birthAugust 02, 1986: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 02, 1986 was Waning crescent.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 02, 1986 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 August 02, 1986 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 3% full, rising at 02:25 am and setting at 07:22 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jul 21, 1986 while the next full moon would come on Aug 19, 1986.
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Someone born on August 02, 1986 is:
40 years and 1 day old,
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or 2087 weeks and 2 days old,
or 14611 days old,
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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 02, 1986?
There are 364 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday August 2nd 2027.
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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 02, 1986?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 02, 1986.
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Back in 1986
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For someone born on August 2, 1986, a 1986 nostalgia poster turns a familiar date into a visual account of the world they arrived in.
The history attached to August 2, 1986 includes IBM introduces the PS/2 personal computer line, giving the gift a real story rather than a generic year label.
The soundtrack around August 2, 1986 included “Glory Of Love (Theme From The Karate Kid Part II)” by Peter Cetera, a memory that helps place the recipient back in their era.
Cinema from the world of August 2, 1986 included Aliens, adding another recognizable cultural touchpoint to the year.
August 2, 1986 is also shared with notable birthdays such as Elena Vesnina, making the date feel connected to a wider story.
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