What happened on Wednesday May 08, 1963?

Here's what happened on May 08, 1963:

• Buddhist Crisis Erupts in South Vietnam Soldiers under Roman Catholic President Ngo Dinh Diem opened fire on Buddhists defying a flag ban during Vesak, killing nine people. This violent incident sparked the Buddhist crisis, highlighting religious tensions and discrimination in South Vietnam.
• JFK Offers Israel Diplomatic Support U.S. President John F. Kennedy offered diplomatic assistance to Israel, signaling a significant moment in U.S.-Israel relations during the Cold War era and demonstrating American commitment to Israel's security.
• Dr. No Film Premiere in the United States The first James Bond film, Dr. No, starring Sean Connery, premiered in the United States, marking the beginning of the iconic spy film franchise that would revolutionize the action movie genre.

Events in 1963

May 08, 1963: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 08, 1963

Newspapers from May. 08, 1963

May 08, 1963 was a Wednesday and it was the 128th day of the year 1963 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 08, 1963 can also be written as 5/8/1963 in the US and as 8/5/1963 in UK and Europe.

May 08, 1963 in May 1963 calendar

Famous people born on May 08, 1963:

• Anthony Field

  Australian actor and musician, best known as a member of The Wiggles children's music group.

• Michel Gondry

  Innovative French filmmaker known for his unique visual style in music videos, commercials, and films like 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless...

• Laurence Boccolini

  Prominent French television and radio host with a significant media presence in France.

• Florence Parly

  French politician who served as Secretary of State for the Budget between 2000 and 2002, with a notable career in government.

• Robyn Erbesfield

Famous people born in 1963

Famous people born on May 8th

May 08, 1963: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 08, 1963 was I Will Follow Him by Little Peggy March, according to the music chart for the week May 6th and May 12th.

1. Little Peggy March - I Will Follow Him
2. Peter, Paul & Mary - Puff (The Magic Dragon)
3. Jimmy Soul - If You Wanna Be Happy
4. Chantay's - Pipeline
5. Andy Williams - Can't Get Used To Losing You

May 08, 1963: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 08, 1963 was From Me To You by The Beatles, according to the music chart for the week May 6th and May 12th.

1. The Beatles - From Me To You
2. Gerry & The Pacemakers - How Do You Do It?
3. Andy Williams - Can't Get Used To Losing You
4. Jet Harris & Tony Meehan - Scarlett O'Hara
5. Ned Miller - From A Jack To A King

May 08, 1963: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 08, 1963 was Baby Workout by Jackie Wilson, according to the music chart for the week May 6th and May 12th.

1. Jackie Wilson - Baby Workout
2. The Chiffons - He's So Fine
3. Little Peggy March - I Will Follow Him
4. The Cookies - Don't Say Nothin' Bad (About My Baby)
5. Jimmy Soul - If You Wanna Be Happy

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 8th is Taurus.

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

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May 08, 1963: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 08, 1963 is Rabbit and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 08, 1963 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 08, 1963 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 May 08, 1963 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 99% full, rising at 07:57 pm and setting at 06:34 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 09, 1963 while the next full moon would come on Jun 07, 1963.

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Your place in the Universe on May 08, 1963

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Someone born on May 08, 1963 is:

61 years 11 months old,

or 743 months and 24 days old,

or 3234 weeks and 2 days old,

or 22640 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 08, 1963?

There are 6 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 8th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 08, 1963?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 08, 1963.

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