What happened on Friday, March 2, 1990?

Here's what happened on March 02, 1990:

• Nelson Mandela appointed deputy president of the ANC On March 2, 1990, the African National Congress (ANC) appointed Nelson Mandela as its deputy president, effectively making him the organization's leader in the absence of President Oliver Tambo, who was recovering from a stroke. This decision was announced after a two-day meeting of the ANC's National Executive Committee in Lusaka, Zambia. source: washingtonpost.com
• Mark Tewksbury sets 100-meter backstroke world record On March 2, 1990, Canadian swimmer Mark Tewksbury set a world record in the men's 100-meter backstroke at the Canadian national championships in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, clocking 53.69 seconds. This performance surpassed the previous record of 54.20 seconds set by East Germany's Dirk Richter in 1985. source: washingtonpost.com
• Greyhound bus drivers strike over contract dispute On March 2, 1990, approximately 9,300 Greyhound employees, including 6,300 drivers, initiated a nationwide strike after their contract expired. The strike led to significant disruptions, with at least 80% of the bus system shutting down, leaving thousands of passengers stranded. The dispute centered on wage increases and other contract terms, with the union seeking a 33% wage increase for drivers. Greyhound responded by hiring replacement drivers and attempting to maintain limited service. source: washingtonpost.com

Events in 1990

March 02, 1990: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

LIFE magazines from March 1990

Newspapers from Mar. 02, 1990

March 02, 1990 was a Friday and it was the 61st day of the year 1990 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 02, 1990 can also be written as 3/2/1990 in the US and as 2/3/1990 in UK and Europe.

March 02, 1990 in March 1990 calendar

Famous people born on March 02, 1990:

• Malcolm Butler

  NFL cornerback who made a legendary game-winning interception for the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLIX, securing their victory.

• Luke Combs

  Acclaimed American country music singer-songwriter known for his chart-topping hits and powerful vocal performances.

• Ki-hong Lee
• Hilly Hindi
• Soufian Benyamina
• Marc Rzatkowski
• Andrea Giampaoli
• Petre Ivanovici
• Predrag Ranđelović
• Leon Črnčič
• Iván Martínez
• Jeremy Green
• Nicolás López Macri
• Guilherme de Aguiar Camacho
• Mot
• Najib Al-Haddad
• Rauno Alliku
• Jérôme Sanchez

Famous people born in 1990

Famous people born on March 2nd

Famous people died on March 02, 1990:

• Ettore Passerin d'Entrèves

Famous people who died in 1990

Famous people who died on March 2nd

March 02, 1990: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 02, 1990 was Escapade by Janet Jackson, according to the music chart for the week February 26th and March 4th.

1. Janet Jackson - Escapade
2. Roxette - Dangerous
3. Paula Abdul - Opposites Attract
4. The B-52's - Roam
5. Milli Vanilli - All Or Nothing

March 02, 1990: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 02, 1990 was Dub Be Good To Me by Beats International featuring Lindy Layton, according to the music chart for the week February 26th and March 4th.

1. Beats International featuring Lindy Layton - Dub Be Good To Me
2. Various Artists - The Brits 1990
3. Michael Bolton - How Am I Supposed To Live Without You
4. The B-52s - Love Shack
5. Sinead O'Connor - Nothing Compares 2 U

March 02, 1990: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 02, 1990 was Where Do We Go From Here by Stacy Lattisaw & Johnny Gill, according to the music chart for the week February 26th and March 4th.

1. Stacy Lattisaw & Johnny Gill - Where Do We Go From Here
2. Janet Jackson - Escapade
3. Paula Abdul (Duet With The Wild Pair) - Opposites Attract
4. Quincy Jones - The Secret Garden
5. Miki Howard - Love Under New Management

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 2nd is Pisces.

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Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 02, 1990: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 02, 1990 is Horse and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on March 02, 1990 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 02, 1990 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 March 02, 1990 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 40% full, rising at 09:01 am and setting at 12:40 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 09, 1990 while the next full moon would come on Mar 11, 1990.

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Your place in the Universe on March 02, 1990

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Someone born on March 02, 1990 is:

36 years 5 months old,

or 437 months and 3 days old,

or 1900 weeks and 5 days old,

or 13305 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 02, 1990?

There are 209 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday March 2nd 2027.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 02, 1990?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on March 02, 1990.

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