What happened on Sunday June 07, 1981?

Here's what happened on June 07, 1981:

• Detailed Account of Osiraq Reactor Destruction Comprehensive details of the Israeli Air Force operation against Iraq's Osirak nuclear reactor. Eight F-16 and six F-15 jets launched from Etzion Airbase, completing a precise 1-minute and 20-second raid that killed ten Iraqis and one Frenchman.
• Israeli Air Force Destroys Osiraq Nuclear Reactor In a significant military operation called Operation Opera, the Israeli Air Force conducts a precision strike on Iraq's Osiraq nuclear reactor near Baghdad. The Israelis claimed the facility could potentially be used for developing nuclear weapons, marking a controversial preemptive military action.
• Tragic Train Accident in India A catastrophic train derailment occurs in Bihar, India, when seven overcrowded train cars plunge into the Bagmati River. Initial estimates suggested 3,000 fatalities, later revised to approximately 800 deaths, representing one of the worst train accidents in Indian history.
• Björn Borg Wins French Open Tennis legend Björn Borg wins his 6th French Open singles title, defeating Ivan Lendl in a remarkable display of skill and dominance on clay courts.
• Anna Kournikova Birth Anna Kournikova, a renowned Russian tennis player and model, was born. Though she never won a professional singles title, she was immensely popular and influential in the tennis world.
• 35th Tony Awards The 35th Annual Tony Awards celebrate Broadway's best performances, with 'Amadeus' and '42nd Street' emerging as major winners, highlighting the vibrant theatrical landscape of the year.
• Larisa Oleynik Birth Larisa Oleynik, a Ukrainian-born actress known for her roles in television and film, was born on this date. She gained prominence in the late 1990s and early 2000s.

Events in 1981

June 07, 1981: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jun. 07, 1981

Newspapers from Jun. 07, 1981

June 07, 1981 was a Sunday and it was the 158th day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 07, 1981 can also be written as 6/7/1981 in the US and as 7/6/1981 in UK and Europe.

June 07, 1981 in June 1981 calendar

Famous people born on June 07, 1981:

• Amrita Rao

  Amrita Rao is a popular Bollywood actress who rose to fame in the early 2000s with romantic films like 'Ishq Vishk' and 'Vivah', becoming a...

• Anna Kournikova

  Anna Kournikova is a famous Russian tennis player renowned for her success in doubles competitions and her significant media and celebrity...

• Stephen Bywater
• Antun Dunković
• Marco Guida
• Lee David Johnson
• Ģirts Karlsons
• Kenta Kawai
• Kevin Kyle
• Michael Laverty
• Tito Maddox
• Roberto Maurantonio
• Larisa Oleynik
• Sérgio Pacheco de Oliveira
• Lionard Pajoy
• Ève Pouteil-Noble
• Alberto Schieppati
• Anne-Laure Viard

Famous people born in 1981

Famous people born on June 7th

Famous people died on June 07, 1981:

• Kiril Kondrashin

  A prominent Russian conductor of the 20th century, Kondrashin was celebrated for his exceptional interpretations of Russian classical music...

• Ödön Téry

Famous people who died in 1981

Famous people who died on June 7th

June 07, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 07, 1981 was Bette Davis Eyes by Kim Carnes, according to the music chart for the week June 1st and June 7th.

1. Kim Carnes - Bette Davis Eyes
2. Smokey Robinson - Being With You
3. Stars On 45 - Medley
4. Taste Of Honey, A - Sukiyaki
5. REO Speedwagon - Take It On The Run

June 07, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 07, 1981 was Being With You by Smokey Robinson, according to the music chart for the week June 1st and June 7th.

1. Smokey Robinson - Being With You
2. Kate Robbins & Beyond - More Than In Love
3. Michael Jackson - One Day In Your Life
4. The Jam - Funeral Pyre
5. Adam & The Ants - Stand And Deliver

June 07, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 07, 1981 was What Cha' Gonna Do For Me by Chaka Khan, according to the music chart for the week June 1st and June 7th.

1. Chaka Khan - What Cha' Gonna Do For Me
2. Rick James - Give It To Me Baby
3. Ray Parker Jr. & Raydio - A Woman Needs Love (Just Like You Do)
4. Stephanie Mills - Two Hearts
5. The Gap Band - Yearning For Your Love

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 7th is Gemini.

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Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 07, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 07, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 07, 1981 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 07, 1981 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 June 07, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 37% full, rising at 10:49 am and setting at 12:56 am.

The previous full moon was on May 19, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Jun 17, 1981.

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Your place in the Universe on June 07, 1981

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Someone born on June 07, 1981 is:

43 years 11 months old,

or 527 months and 7 days old,

or 2292 weeks and 3 days old,

or 16047 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 07, 1981?

There are 24 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday June 7th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 07, 1981?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on June 07, 1981.

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