What happened on Sunday February 02, 1958?

Here's what happened on February 02, 1958:

• Syria Joins United Arab Republic Syria officially joins Egypt to form the United Arab Republic, a significant political union in the Middle East aimed at promoting Arab nationalism and unity under President Gamal Abdel Nasser's leadership.
• Gamal Abdel Nasser Becomes First UAR President Gamal Abdel Nasser is nominated as the inaugural president of the United Arab Republic, marking a pivotal moment in Arab political history and pan-Arab nationalist movement.
• Origin of the Term 'Aerospace' The term 'Aerospace' is officially coined, combining 'Aircraft' and 'Spacecraft' to conceptualize Earth's atmosphere and outer space as a unified realm, reflecting the emerging technological and scientific perspectives of the Space Age.
• The Tybee Bomb Incident A 7,600-pound Mark 15 hydrogen bomb is accidentally lost in the waters off Savannah, Georgia, creating a significant environmental and potential security concern.
• Nepal's King Mahendra Announces Democratic Reforms King Mahendra of Nepal announces plans for free elections in 1959 and the establishment of a democratic constitution, signaling potential political transformation in the Himalayan kingdom.
• Mario Echandi Jiménez Elected President of Costa Rica Mario Echandi Jiménez wins a closely contested presidential election, defeating Francisco Orlich Bolmarcich and becoming the new leader of Costa Rica.
• Fay Crocker Wins LPGA Golf Tournament Fay Crocker wins the LPGA Havana Biltmore Golf Open, showcasing women's achievements in professional sports.
• WRIK TV Channel Begins Broadcasting WRIK (now WLUZ) TV channel 7 in Ponce, Puerto Rico, begins its broadcasting operations, contributing to the local media landscape.

Events in 1958

February 02, 1958: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 02, 1958

Newspapers from Feb. 02, 1958

February 02, 1958 was a Sunday and it was the 33rd day of the year 1958 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 02, 1958 can also be written as 2/2/1958 in the US and as 2/2/1958 in UK and Europe.

February 02, 1958 in February 1958 calendar

Famous people born on February 02, 1958:

• Holly Hunter

  Holly Hunter is an acclaimed Academy Award-winning actress known for her powerful performances in films like 'Broadcast News' and 'The...

• David Newton

  David Newton is a prominent comedian recognized for his engaging stand-up comedy routines and notable television performances.

• Douglas McGrath

  Douglas McGrath is an accomplished American screenwriter and filmmaker, best known for adapting Jane Austen's 'Emma' and creating the...

• Michel Marc Bouchard

  Michel Marc Bouchard is a renowned Canadian playwright known for his significant contributions to contemporary theater.

• Paolo De Castro

Famous people born in 1958

Famous people born on February 2nd

Famous people died on February 02, 1958:

• Travis Banton
• Albert Debrunner
• Marco II Khouzam

Famous people who died in 1958

Famous people who died on February 2nd

February 02, 1958: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 02, 1958 was At The Hop by Danny & The Juniors, according to the music chart for the week January 27th and February 2nd.

1. Danny & The Juniors - At The Hop
2. Jerry Lee Lewis - Great Balls Of Fire
3. Buddy Holly - Peggy Sue
4. Ricky Nelson - Stood Up
5. Pat Boone - April Love

February 02, 1958: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 02, 1958 was Great Balls Of Fire by Jerry Lee Lewis, according to the music chart for the week January 27th and February 2nd.

1. Jerry Lee Lewis - Great Balls Of Fire
2. Johnny Otis & His Orchestra With Marie Adams - Ma He's Making Eyes At Me
3. Frank Sinatra - All The Way / Chicago
4. Malcolm Vaughan - My Special Angel
5. The Everly Brothers - Wake Up Little Susie

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 2nd 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 02, 1958: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 02, 1958 is Dog and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 02, 1958 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 02, 1958 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 02, 1958 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 03:44 pm and setting at 06:08 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 05, 1958 while the next full moon would come on Feb 04, 1958.

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Your place in the Universe on February 02, 1958

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Someone born on February 02, 1958 is:

67 years 3 months old,

or 807 months and 12 days old,

or 3510 weeks and 3 days old,

or 24573 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 02, 1958?

There are 264 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday February 2nd 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 02, 1958?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 02, 1958.

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