What happened on Friday February 06, 1987?

Here's what happened on February 06, 1987:

• Supernova 1987A First Observed Astronomers first detect Supernova 1987A, a significant astronomical event located in the Large Magellanic Cloud, which would become one of the most studied supernovae in modern history.
• First Woman Appointed to Australian High Court Justice Mary Gaudron makes history by becoming the first woman appointed to the High Court of Australia, marking a significant milestone for gender equality in the nation's judicial system.
• No-Smoking Rules in US Federal Buildings A landmark public health policy takes effect, prohibiting smoking in all US federal buildings to protect workers and visitors from secondhand smoke exposure.
• Jill Trenary Wins US Figure Skating Championship Jill Trenary demonstrates exceptional skill and artistry by winning the US female figure skating championship, showcasing her athletic prowess in a competitive national event.

Events in 1987

February 06, 1987: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 06, 1987

Newspapers from Feb. 06, 1987

February 06, 1987 was a Friday and it was the 37th day of the year 1987 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 06, 1987 can also be written as 2/6/1987 in the US and as 6/2/1987 in UK and Europe.

February 06, 1987 in February 1987 calendar

Famous people born on February 06, 1987:

• Hayato Ichihara

  Japanese actor known for his roles in various films and television series in the Japanese entertainment industry.

• Anika (musician)

Famous people born in 1987

Famous people born on February 6th

February 06, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 06, 1987 was Open Your Heart by Madonna, according to the music chart for the week February 2nd and February 8th.

1. Madonna - Open Your Heart
2. Billy Vera - At This Moment (Live)
3. Bon Jovi - Livin' On A Prayer
4. Cyndi Lauper - Change Of Heart
5. Samantha Fox - Touch Me (I Want Your Body)

February 06, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 06, 1987 was Stand By Me by Ben E King, according to the music chart for the week February 2nd and February 8th.

1. Ben E King - Stand By Me
2. George Michael & Aretha Franklin - I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)
3. Curiosity Killed The Cat - Down To Earth
4. Pepsi & Shirlie - Heartache
5. Percy Sledge - When A Man Loves A Woman

February 06, 1987: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 06, 1987 was Candy by Cameo, according to the music chart for the week February 2nd and February 8th.

1. Cameo - Candy
2. Melba Moore - Falling
3. Freddie Jackson - Have You Ever Loved Somebody
4. Aretha Franklin - Jimmy Lee
5. Shirley Murdock - As We Lay

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 6th 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 06, 1987: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 06, 1987 is Rabbit and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 06, 1987 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 06, 1987 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 06, 1987 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 65% full, rising at 11:04 am and setting at 02:37 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 15, 1987 while the next full moon would come on Feb 13, 1987.

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Your place in the Universe on February 06, 1987

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Someone born on February 06, 1987 is:

38 years 2 months old,

or 458 months and 17 days old,

or 1993 weeks and 5 days old,

or 13956 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 06, 1987?

There are 289 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday February 6th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 06, 1987?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on February 06, 1987.

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