What happened on Thursday February 08, 1996?

Here's what happened on February 08, 1996:

• Telecommunications Act of 1996 U.S. President Bill Clinton signed the groundbreaking Telecommunications Act, which dramatically deregulated the telecommunications and broadcasting markets. Notably, this was the first bill signed in cyberspace, symbolizing the emerging digital era and transforming media and internet accessibility.
• IRA Bomb Attack in London's Canary Wharf The Irish Republican Army (IRA) ended its ceasefire with a devastating one-ton bomb detonation in the Canary Wharf District of London, resulting in two fatalities and causing extensive damage estimated at over one billion pounds. This violent act marked a significant escalation in the Northern Ireland conflict.
• Communications Decency Act Passed The U.S. Congress passed the Communications Decency Act, representing the first significant legislative attempt to regulate online content, particularly targeting pornographic material on the internet.
• 24 Hours in Cyberspace Project A massive global internet collaboration called '24 Hours in Cyberspace' took place, showcasing the growing interconnectedness and potential of the emerging digital world. This innovative project captured a snapshot of internet usage and global digital interaction.
• Cleveland Browns Franchise Relocation The NFL approved Art Modell's franchise move from Cleveland to Baltimore, with the condition that the Browns' team name and historical legacy would remain in Cleveland. This controversial decision sparked significant fan and community backlash.

Events in 1996

February 08, 1996: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 08, 1996

Newspapers from Feb. 08, 1996

February 08, 1996: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

• Los Angeles Clippers - Denver Nuggets : 95 - 115
• New Jersey Nets - Phoenix Suns : 102 - 107
• Sacramento Kings - Charlotte Hornets : 105 - 115
• Utah Jazz - Dallas Mavericks : 133 - 136
• Washington Bullets - Atlanta Hawks : 92 - 98

Liga I - Football (Portugal)

• Belenenses - Campomaior : 3 - 1

February 08, 1996 was a Thursday and it was the 39th day of the year 1996 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 08, 1996 can also be written as 2/8/1996 in the US and as 8/2/1996 in UK and Europe.

February 08, 1996 in February 1996 calendar

Famous people born on February 08, 1996:

• Kenedy

  Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a forward or winger, known for his speed and versatility on the field.

Famous people born in 1996

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February 08, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 08, 1996 was One Sweet Day by Mariah Carey, according to the music chart for the week February 5th and February 11th.

1. Mariah Carey - One Sweet Day
2. Whitney Houston - Exhale (Shoop Shoop)
3. Everything But The Girl - Missing
4. Joan Osborne - One Of Us
5. LL Cool J - Hey Lover

February 08, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 08, 1996 was Spaceman by Babylon Zoo, according to the music chart for the week February 5th and February 11th.

1. Babylon Zoo - Spaceman
2. 3T - Anything
3. The Bluetones - Slight Return
4. The Lighthouse Family - Lifted
5. Technohead - I Wanna Be A Hippy

February 08, 1996: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 08, 1996 was Not Gon' Cry (From "Waiting To Exhale") by Mary J. Blige, according to the music chart for the week February 5th and February 11th.

1. Mary J. Blige - Not Gon' Cry (From "Waiting To Exhale")
2. Monica - Before You Walk Out Of My Life/Like This And Like That
3. Faith Evans - Soon As I Get Home
4. Brandy - Sittin' Up In My Room (From "Waiting To Exhale")
5. Mariah Carey & Boyz II Men - One Sweet Day

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 8th is Aquarius.

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February 08, 1996: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 08, 1996 is Rat and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 08, 1996 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 08, 1996 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 08, 1996 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 77% full, rising at 09:34 pm and setting at 09:16 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 04, 1996 while the next full moon would come on Mar 05, 1996.

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Your place in the Universe on February 08, 1996

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Someone born on February 08, 1996 is:

29 years 2 months old,

or 350 months and 15 days old,

or 1523 weeks and 6 days old,

or 10667 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 08, 1996?

There are 291 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday February 8th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 08, 1996?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on February 08, 1996.

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