What happened on Friday May 08, 1987?

Here's what happened on May 08, 1987:

• Loughgall Ambush: SAS Operation in Northern Ireland On May 8, 1987, a significant counterterrorism operation occurred in Loughgall, Northern Ireland, where a 24-man Special Air Service (SAS) unit ambushed a Provisional Irish Republican Army (IRA) unit planning an attack on a Royal Ulster Constabulary (RUC) barracks. In a highly coordinated military action, all eight IRA volunteers and one civilian were killed during the confrontation.
• Gary Hart Withdraws from Presidential Race On May 8, 1987, Democratic presidential candidate Gary Hart dramatically ended his campaign for the 1988 presidential nomination following a scandalous extramarital affair with Donna Rice. The revelation and subsequent media scrutiny forced Hart to withdraw from the race, significantly impacting the Democratic Party's presidential prospects.

Events in 1987

May 08, 1987: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 08, 1987

Newspapers from May. 08, 1987

May 08, 1987 was a Friday and it was the 128th day of the year 1987 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 08, 1987 can also be written as 5/8/1987 in the US and as 8/5/1987 in UK and Europe.

May 08, 1987 in May 1987 calendar

Famous people born on May 08, 1987:

• Aneurin Barnard

  Welsh actor and singer known for roles in historical dramas and musicals, with notable performances in film and television.

• Chiara Ferragni

  Italian fashion influencer, entrepreneur, and digital marketing pioneer who transformed her blog into a global fashion brand and business...

• Aidy Bryant

  American comedian and actress, best known for her work on Saturday Night Live and various comedy series.

• Mark Noble

  English professional footballer who played primarily for West Ham United, known for his long and distinguished career.

• Kurt Tippett

  Australian rules football player who played professionally in the Australian Football League (AFL).

• Felix Jones

  American football player who played as a safety in the NFL, primarily with the Dallas Cowboys.

Famous people born in 1987

Famous people born on May 8th

Famous people died on May 08, 1987:

• Doris Stokes

  Controversial British medium and author famous for her spiritual communication claims and bestselling book 'Voices in My Ear'.

Famous people who died in 1987

Famous people who died on May 8th

May 08, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 08, 1987 was (I Just) Died In Your Arms by Cutting Crew, according to the music chart for the week May 4th and May 10th.

1. Cutting Crew - (I Just) Died In Your Arms
2. Jody Watley - Looking For A New Love
3. U2 - With Or Without You
4. Madonna - La Isla Bonita
5. Crowded House - Don't Dream It's Over

May 08, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 08, 1987 was Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now by Starship, according to the music chart for the week May 4th and May 10th.

1. Starship - Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now
2. Judy Boucher - Can't Be With You Tonight
3. Tom Jones - A Boy From Nowhere
4. Madonna - La Isla Bonita
5. Labi Siffre - (Something Inside) So Strong

May 08, 1987: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 08, 1987 was There's Nothing Better Than Love by Luther Vandross with Gregory Hines, according to the music chart for the week May 4th and May 10th.

1. Luther Vandross with Gregory Hines - There's Nothing Better Than Love
2. Atlantic Starr - Always
3. Smokey Robinson - Just To See Her
4. Cameo - Back And Forth
5. The System - Don't Disturb This Groove

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, 1987: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 08, 1987 is Rabbit and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 08, 1987 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 08, 1987 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, 1987 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 79% full, rising at 02:47 pm and setting at 03:43 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 14, 1987 while the next full moon would come on May 13, 1987.

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Your place in the Universe on May 08, 1987

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Someone born on May 08, 1987 is:

38 years 1 month old,

or 457 months and 19 days old,

or 1990 weeks

or 13930 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 08, 1987?

There are 315 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 8th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 08, 1987?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 08, 1987.

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