What happened on Sunday April 04, 1976?

Here's what happened on April 04, 1976:

• Karen Ann Quinlan Life Support Case The landmark Karen Ann Quinlan case progressed as New Jersey Attorney General William F. Hyland announced he would not appeal the state Supreme Court's decision regarding her parents' request to remove life support.
• Commemoration of Zhou Enlai's Death Large crowds gathered at Beijing's Monument of the Martyrs in Tiananmen Square to commemorate Premier Zhou Enlai. During the event, poems criticizing the influential 'Gang of Four' were publicly read, indicating growing political tensions.
• Cambodian Leadership Crisis Prince Norodom Sihanouk was forced to resign from his leadership position in Cambodia and subsequently placed under house arrest, signaling a tumultuous period in Cambodian political history.
• James Callaghan Wins Labour Party Leadership James Callaghan was elected as the new leader of the Labour Party, succeeding Harold Wilson as the party's leader and becoming Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.
• Attack on Cuban Fishing Boats Two Cuban fishing boats, Ferro 119 and Ferro 123, were attacked and sunk by a boat operated by Cuban exiles, resulting in one crew member's death and three injuries.
• Basque Separatists Prison Escape Twenty-nine Basque separatists escaped from Segovia prison in Spain by digging tunnels through the prison's drainage system. Most were subsequently recaptured, with one fatality during the escape attempt.
• Democratic Party Wins Thai Elections Seni Pramoj's Democratic Party secured victory in the Thai national elections, marking a significant political moment in Thailand's democratic process.
• Eurovision Song Contest 1976 The Eurovision Song Contest was held in The Hague, Netherlands, with Brotherhood of Man representing the United Kingdom and winning with their song 'Save Your Kisses for Me'.
• William Schuman's Symphony No. 10 Premiere William Schuman's Symphony No. 10, commissioned for the U.S. National Symphony Orchestra as part of the United States Bicentennial celebrations, was performed for the first time.
• World Boxing Council Super Bantamweight Championship Rigoberto Riasco of Panama won the inaugural World Boxing Council super bantamweight championship by defeating Philip Waruinge of Kenya in a historic boxing match.
• Judy Rankin Wins Golf Championship Judy Rankin emerged victorious at the 5th Colgate Dinah Shore Golf Championship, showcasing her exceptional skill in professional women's golf.
• Freddy Maertens Wins Cycling Race Freddy Maertens claimed victory in the 1976 Gent–Wevelgem cycling race held in Belgium, demonstrating his prowess in professional cycling.

Events in 1976

April 04, 1976: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Apr. 04, 1976

Newspapers from Apr. 04, 1976

April 04, 1976 was a Sunday and it was the 95th day of the year 1976 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 04, 1976 can also be written as 4/4/1976 in the US and as 4/4/1976 in UK and Europe.

April 04, 1976 in April 1976 calendar

Famous people born on April 04, 1976:

• James Roday

  American actor, director, and screenwriter known for his comedic roles, particularly in the TV series 'Psych'.

• Alicia Silverstone

  Actress famous for her iconic role in 'Clueless' and a prominent advocate for animal rights and veganism.

• Simran
• Emerson (footballer)
• Serena Autieri
• Nicolò Bongiorno

Famous people born in 1976

Famous people born on April 4th

Famous people died on April 04, 1976:

• Harry Nyquist

  Known for his contributions to the development of communication theory.

Famous people who died in 1976

Famous people who died on April 4th

April 04, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 04, 1976 was Disco Lady by Johnnie Taylor, according to the music chart for the week March 29th and April 4th.

1. Johnnie Taylor - Disco Lady
2. Gary Wright - Dream Weaver
3. Captain and Tennille - Lonely Night (Angel Face)
4. Bellamy Brothers - Let Your Love Flow
5. Rufus - Sweet Thing

April 04, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 04, 1976 was I Love To Love by Tina Charles, according to the music chart for the week March 29th and April 4th.

1. Tina Charles - I Love To Love
2. Billy Ocean - Love Really Hurts Without You
3. Brotherhood Of Man - Save Your Kisses For Me
4. CW McCall - Convoy
5. The Four Seasons - December '63

April 04, 1976: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 04, 1976 was Disco Lady by Johnnie Taylor, according to the music chart for the week March 29th and April 4th.

1. Johnnie Taylor - Disco Lady
2. Eddie Kendricks - He's A Friend
3. Dorothy Moore - Misty Blue
4. The Blackbyrds - Happy Music
5. Bobby Womack - Daylight

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 4th is Aries.

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April 04, 1976: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 04, 1976 is Dragon and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 04, 1976 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 04, 1976 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 April 04, 1976 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 24% full, rising at 08:18 am and setting at 11:09 pm.

The previous full moon was on Mar 16, 1976 while the next full moon would come on Apr 14, 1976.

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Someone born on April 04, 1976 is:

49 years 1 month old,

or 589 months and 10 days old,

or 2562 weeks and 3 days old,

or 17937 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 04, 1976?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on April 04, 1976.

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