What happened on Friday August 08, 1958?

Here's what happened on August 08, 1958:

• Re-arrest of Sheikh Abdullah in Kashmir Sheikh Abdullah, widely known as the 'Lion of Kashmir', was re-arrested on August 8, 1958, just seven months after being released from house arrest. This event highlighted the ongoing political tensions in Kashmir during the post-independence period, reflecting the complex relationship between regional leadership and national governance in India.
• Re-arrest of Sheikh Abdullah in Kashmir Sheikh Abdullah, widely known as the 'Lion of Kashmir', was re-arrested on August 8, 1958, just seven months after being released from house arrest. This event highlighted the ongoing political tensions in Kashmir during the post-independence period, reflecting the complex relationship between regional leadership and national governance in India.
• Death of Michele Navarra, Sicilian Mafia Boss Michele Navarra, a prominent Sicilian Mafia boss, died on August 2, 1958. His death marked a significant moment in the complex landscape of organized crime in Sicily during the mid-20th century. Navarra was known for his influential role in the Cosa Nostra criminal network and his operations in the Palermo region.
• Death of Michele Navarra, Sicilian Mafia Boss Michele Navarra, a prominent Sicilian Mafia boss, died on August 2, 1958. His death marked a significant moment in the complex landscape of organized crime in Sicily during the mid-20th century. Navarra was known for his influential role in the Cosa Nostra criminal network and his operations in the Palermo region.
• Passing of Barbara Bennett, American Actress Barbara Bennett, a notable American actress of her era, passed away on August 8, 1958. Part of the renowned Bennett acting family, she contributed to the entertainment industry during the mid-20th century, representing a period of transition in Hollywood and stage performance.
• Passing of Barbara Bennett, American Actress Barbara Bennett, a notable American actress of her era, passed away on August 8, 1958. Part of the renowned Bennett acting family, she contributed to the entertainment industry during the mid-20th century, representing a period of transition in Hollywood and stage performance.

Events in 1958

August 08, 1958: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Aug. 08, 1958

August 08, 1958 was a Friday and it was the 220th day of the year 1958 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 08, 1958 can also be written as 8/8/1958 in the US and as 8/8/1958 in UK and Europe.

August 08, 1958 in August 1958 calendar

Famous people born on August 08, 1958:

• Bruce Dickinson

  Lead singer of the legendary heavy metal band Iron Maiden, also known for his solo career and diverse talents.

• Francis Lalanne

  French-Uruguayan singer, songwriter, and comedian known for his diverse artistic career in music and entertainment.

• Alberto Salazar

  Renowned long-distance runner and coach who significantly influenced marathon running and training techniques.

• Denis Lapière

  Belgian comic book writer renowned for his contributions to graphic novels and storytelling in the comic book industry.

• Deborah Norville

  American television journalist best known as the long-time host of Inside Edition, a popular news magazine program.

• Thierry Mariani

  French politician of Italian descent who served as Secretary of State for Transport and was a key member of the Union for a Popular Movement...

• Harry Crosby

  American actor and first child of Bing Crosby and Kathryn Grant, known for his role in the horror film Friday the 13th.

• Chris[sie Boy] Foreman

  Rock guitarist of the British ska band Madness, known for their influential music in the late 1970s and 1980s.

• Chris Foreman

Famous people born in 1958

Famous people born on August 8th

August 08, 1958: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 08, 1958 was Poor Little Fool by Ricky Nelson, according to the music chart for the week August 4th and August 10th.

1. Ricky Nelson - Poor Little Fool
2. Perez Prado and His Orchestra - Patricia
3. Bobby Darin - Splish Splash
4. Elvis Presley - Hard Headed Woman
5. Kalin Twins - When

August 08, 1958: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 08, 1958 was All I Have To Do Is Dream / Claudette by The Everly Brothers, according to the music chart for the week August 4th and August 10th.

1. The Everly Brothers - All I Have To Do Is Dream / Claudette
2. The Kalin Twins - When
3. Elvis Presley - Hard Headed Woman
4. Dean Martin - Return To Me
5. Max Bygraves - Tulips From Amsterdam / You Need Hands

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 8th is Leo.

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August 08, 1958: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 08, 1958 is Dog and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 08, 1958 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 08, 1958 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 08, 1958 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 30% full, rising at 12:07 am and setting at 03:25 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 30, 1958 while the next full moon would come on Aug 29, 1958.

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Your place in the Universe on August 08, 1958

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Someone born on August 08, 1958 is:

66 years 10 months old,

or 802 months and 27 days old,

or 3491 weeks and 1 day old,

or 24438 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 08, 1958?

There are 34 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday August 8th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 08, 1958?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 08, 1958.

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