What happened on Wednesday August 08, 1990?

Here's what happened on August 08, 1990:

• Iraq Annexes Kuwait Iraq formally annexed Kuwait as its 19th province, disregarding international demands for its withdrawal. This aggressive action significantly escalated tensions in the Middle East and set the stage for the impending Gulf War.
• Pete Rose Begins Prison Term Pete Rose, the legendary baseball player, began his 5-month prison term at Marion Federal Prison Camp in Illinois, marking a significant downfall for one of baseball's most famous figures.
• Carlton Fisk Ties Home Run Record Carlton Fisk tied Johnny Bench's record of 327 home runs as a catcher, a significant milestone in Major League Baseball's catching position history.
• Baltimore Orioles Triple Play The Baltimore Orioles executed their 10th triple play in team history, completing a rare 1-6-3 defensive play against the Oakland Athletics, showcasing exceptional defensive skill.

Events in 1990

August 08, 1990: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Aug. 08, 1990

Newspapers from Aug. 08, 1990

August 08, 1990 was a Wednesday and it was the 220th day of the year 1990 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 08, 1990 can also be written as 8/8/1990 in the US and as 8/8/1990 in UK and Europe.

August 08, 1990 in August 1990 calendar

Famous people born on August 08, 1990:

• Kane Williamson

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• Oti Mabuse

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Famous people born in 1990

Famous people born on August 8th

August 08, 1990: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 08, 1990 was Vision Of Love by Mariah Carey, according to the music chart for the week August 6th and August 12th.

1. Mariah Carey - Vision Of Love
2. Snap! - The Power
3. Johnny Gill - Rub You The Right Way
4. Billy Idol - Cradle Of Love
5. Sweet Sensation - If Wishes Came True

August 08, 1990: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 08, 1990 was Turtle Power by Partners In Kryme, according to the music chart for the week August 6th and August 12th.

1. Partners In Kryme - Turtle Power
2. DNA featuring Suzanne Vega - Tom's Diner
3. Bombalurina - Itsy Bitsy Teeny Weeny Yellow Polka Dot Bikini
4. Blue Pearl - Naked In The Rain
5. MC Hammer - U Can't Touch This

August 08, 1990: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 08, 1990 was Vision Of Love by Mariah Carey, according to the music chart for the week August 6th and August 12th.

1. Mariah Carey - Vision Of Love
2. After 7 - Can't Stop
3. Anita Baker - Talk To Me
4. The Time - Jerk Out
5. Bell Biv DeVoe - Do Me!

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 8th 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 08, 1990: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 08, 1990 is Horse and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 08, 1990 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 08, 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 August 08, 1990 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 90% full, rising at 08:59 pm and setting at 09:15 am.

The previous full moon was on Aug 06, 1990 while the next full moon would come on Sep 05, 1990.

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Your place in the Universe on August 08, 1990

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Someone born on August 08, 1990 is:

34 years 9 months old,

or 417 months and 5 days old,

or 1813 weeks and 6 days old,

or 12697 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 08, 1990?

There are 87 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, 1990?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 08, 1990.

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