What happened on Monday August 07, 1989?

Here's what happened on August 07, 1989:

• Federal Express Acquires Flying Tigers Federal Express (FedEx) strategically expands its global logistics capabilities by purchasing Flying Tigers, a significant air cargo carrier, for approximately US$800 million. This acquisition represents a major move in the commercial aviation and shipping industry.
• Tragic Plane Crash in Ethiopia Claims Life of U.S. Congressman U.S. Congressman Mickey Leland, a Democrat from Texas, was killed in a devastating plane crash in Ethiopia, along with 15 other passengers. The incident highlights the risks faced by humanitarian and diplomatic personnel during international missions.
• National Lighthouse Day Commemorates 200 Years of Maritime Safety Congress officially designated August 7, 1989, as National Lighthouse Day, marking the 200th anniversary of the Lighthouse Act. This celebration honors the critical role of lighthouses in maritime navigation and maritime safety in the United States.

Events in 1989

August 07, 1989: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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August 07, 1989 was a Monday and it was the 219th day of the year 1989 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 07, 1989 can also be written as 8/7/1989 in the US and as 7/8/1989 in UK and Europe.

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Famous people born on August 07, 1989:

• DeMar DeRozan

  Professional NBA basketball player known for his exceptional scoring ability and playing for teams like the Toronto Raptors, San Antonio...

• Maddy Tyers

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Famous people born on August 7th

Famous people died on August 07, 1989:

• Mickey Leland

  Prominent African American congressman from Texas who was a passionate advocate for humanitarian causes and died in a plane crash while on a...

Famous people who died in 1989

Famous people who died on August 7th

August 07, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 07, 1989 was Right Here Waiting by Richard Marx, according to the music chart for the week August 7th and August 13th.

1. Richard Marx - Right Here Waiting
2. Bobby Brown - On Our Own
3. Prince - Batdance
4. Love and Rockets - So Alive
5. Great White - Once Bitten Twice Shy

August 07, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 07, 1989 was Swing The Mood by Jive Bunny & The Mastermixers, according to the music chart for the week August 7th and August 13th.

1. Jive Bunny & The Mastermixers - Swing The Mood
2. Kylie Minogue - Wouldn't Change A Thing
3. Lil' Louis - French Kiss
4. Alice Cooper - Poison
5. Martika - Toy Soldiers

August 07, 1989: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 07, 1989 was Batdance (From "Batman") by Prince, according to the music chart for the week August 7th and August 13th.

1. Prince - Batdance (From "Batman")
2. Stephanie Mills - Something In The Way (You Make Me Feel)
3. David Peaston - Two Wrongs (Don't Make It Right)
4. Bobby Brown - On Our Own (From "Ghostbusters II")
5. Kool Moe Dee - They Want Money

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 7th is Leo.

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Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 07, 1989: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 07, 1989 is Snake and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 07, 1989 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 07, 1989 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 August 07, 1989 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 34% full, rising at 11:53 am and setting at 10:31 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 18, 1989 while the next full moon would come on Aug 17, 1989.

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Your place in the Universe on August 07, 1989

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Someone born on August 07, 1989 is:

35 years 8 months old,

or 428 months and 16 days old,

or 1863 weeks and 2 days old,

or 13043 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 07, 1989?

There are 106 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 7th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 07, 1989?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 07, 1989.

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