What happened on Friday January 02, 1970?

Here's what happened on January 02, 1970:

• Devastating Yunnan Earthquake A catastrophic 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Yunnan province, China, causing massive destruction in Kunming and Tonghai County. The disaster resulted in 14,621 fatalities and left 26,783 people injured, marking one of the most significant seismic events of the year.
• US Population Census Data Official population statistics for the United States, revealing demographic composition with total population at 205,052,174, including 22,600,000 Black Americans, representing 11.1 percent of the total population.
• SS Badger State Maritime Disaster The American merchant freighter SS Badger State, a former U.S. Navy transport ship, sank in the Pacific Ocean after a catastrophic explosion while transporting artillery shells and bombs. The tragic incident claimed 26 lives out of a 40-person crew.
• Hair Musical Premiere in Amsterdam The groundbreaking musical 'Hair' made its Dutch premiere in Amsterdam, introducing the revolutionary rock musical that became a cultural touchstone of the late 1960s counterculture movement.
• Anthony Stuart: Australian Cricket Player Profile of Anthony Stuart, an Australian One Day International (ODI) pace bowler known for achieving a notable hat trick in 1997, highlighting his significant contribution to Australian cricket.

Events in 1970

January 02, 1970: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jan. 02, 1970

Newspapers from Jan. 02, 1970

January 02, 1970 was a Friday and it was the 2nd day of the year 1970 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 02, 1970 can also be written as 1/2/1970 in the US and as 2/1/1970 in UK and Europe.

January 02, 1970 in January 1970 calendar

Famous people born on January 02, 1970:

• Eric Whitacre

  Renowned contemporary classical music composer and conductor known for innovative choral works and virtual choir projects.

• Robert John Bardo

Famous people born in 1970

Famous people born on January 2nd

Famous people died on January 02, 1970:

• Pierre Francastel
• András Kuttik
• Ed Diddle

Famous people who died in 1970

Famous people who died on January 2nd

January 02, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 02, 1970 was Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head by B.J. Thomas, according to the music chart for the week December 29th and January 4th.

1. B.J. Thomas - Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head
2. Peter, Paul and Mary - Leaving on A Jet Plane
3. Diana Ross and the Supremes - Someday We'll Be Together
4. Creedence Clearwater Revival - Down On The Corner
5. Steam - Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye

January 02, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 02, 1970 was Two Little Boys by Rolf Harris, according to the music chart for the week December 29th and January 4th.

1. Rolf Harris - Two Little Boys
2. Kenny Rogers & The First Edition - Ruby Don't Take Your Love To Town
3. Blue Mink - Melting Pot
4. The Cuff Links - Tracy
5. Bobbie Gentry & Glen Campbell - All I Have To Do Is Dream

January 02, 1970: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 02, 1970 was Someday We'll Be Together by Diana Ross & The Supremes, according to the music chart for the week December 29th and January 4th.

1. Diana Ross & The Supremes - Someday We'll Be Together
2. Jackson 5 - I Want You Back
3. James Brown - Ain't It Funky Now (Part 1)
4. Jr. Walker & The All Stars - These Eyes
5. Gladys Knight And The Pips - Friendship Train

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 2nd 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 02, 1970: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 02, 1970 is Dog and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on January 02, 1970 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 02, 1970 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 02, 1970 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 22% full, rising at 01:33 am and setting at 12:36 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 23, 1969 while the next full moon would come on Jan 22, 1970.

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Your place in the Universe on January 02, 1970

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Someone born on January 02, 1970 is:

55 years 4 months old,

or 664 months and 12 days old,

or 2888 weeks and 5 days old,

or 20221 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 02, 1970?

There are 233 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday January 2nd 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 02, 1970?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on January 02, 1970.

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