What happened on Wednesday December 05, 1990?

About December 5th, 1990, in brief:

  • Historical events: In a potential diplomatic breakthrough, Iraq announced its willingness to engage in talks with the United States regarding the escalating Persian Gulf crisis, which would later develop into the Gulf War.
  • Day of the week: December 5th, 1990 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waning gibbous
  • #1 US song: Because I Love You (The Postman Song) by Stevie B
  • #1 UK song: Ice Ice Baby by Vanilla Ice
  • Popular movie: Awakenings directed by Penny Marshall

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December 05, 1990: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on December 05, 1990:

  • Iraq Signals Diplomatic Opening with US In a potential diplomatic breakthrough, Iraq announced its willingness to engage in talks with the United States regarding the escalating Persian Gulf crisis, which would later develop into the Gulf War.
  • Salman Rushdie Emerges Publicly After Fatwa Author Salman Rushdie appeared in public for the first time in two years, following the controversial fatwa issued by Iran's Ayatollah Khomeini calling for his death over his novel 'The Satanic Verses', which was considered blasphemous by many Muslims.
  • Major MLB Trade: Blue Jays and Padres Exchange Star Players The Toronto Blue Jays traded first baseman Fred McGriff and shortstop Tony Fernandez to the San Diego Padres in exchange for second baseman Roberto Alomar and outfielder Joe Carter. This significant trade would have long-term implications for both teams, with Joe Carter later becoming famous for his World Series-winning home run in 1993.
  • Noriega Aide Pleads Guilty Luis del Cid, a former aide to Panamanian dictator Manuel Noriega, pleaded guilty in federal court, likely related to charges stemming from Noriega's involvement in drug trafficking and political corruption.

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December 05, 1990: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was December 05, 1990?


December 05, 1990 was a Wednesday and it was the 339th day of the year 1990 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 05, 1990 can also be written as 12/5/1990 in the US and as 5/12/1990 in UK and Europe.

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December 05, 1990: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on December 05, 1990:

  • Alfonso A. Ossorio

    Filipino-American painter and sculptor known for his innovative artistic works and contributions to modern art.

  • Karl Seitz

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December 05, 1990: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on December 05, 1990 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 3rd and December 9th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).

December 05, 1990: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 05, 1990 was Because I Love You (The Postman Song) by Stevie B, according to the music chart for the week December 3rd and December 9th.

  1. - Because I Love You (The Postman Song) youtube
  2. - I'm Your Baby Tonight youtube
  3. - From A Distance youtube
  4. - Something To Believe In youtube
  5. - Love Takes Time youtube

December 05, 1990: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 05, 1990 was Ice Ice Baby by Vanilla Ice, according to the music chart for the week December 3rd and December 9th.

  1. - Ice Ice Baby youtube
  2. - Saviour's Day youtube
  3. - Unbelievable youtube
  4. - Justify My Love youtube
  5. - Unchained Melody youtube

December 05, 1990: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 05, 1990 was I'm Your Baby Tonight by Whitney Houston, according to the music chart for the week December 3rd and December 9th.

  1. - I'm Your Baby Tonight youtube
  2. - Sensitivity youtube
  3. - Round And Round
  4. - My Heart Your Heart
  5. - It Never Rains (In Southern California)
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December 05, 1990: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 5th is Sagittarius.

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December 05, 1990: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 05, 1990 is Horse and the associated element is Metal.

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December 05, 1990: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on December 05, 1990 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 05, 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 December 05, 1990 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 75% full, rising at 08:23 pm and setting at 10:53 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 02, 1990 while the next full moon would come on Dec 31, 1990.

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How old is someone born on December 05, 1990?


Someone born on December 05, 1990 is:

34 years 4 months old,

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or 12558 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 05, 1990?

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