What happened on Sunday May 08, 1994?

About May 8th, 1994, in brief:

  • Historical events: US President Bill Clinton announced a significant change in immigration policy, declaring that the United States would no longer automatically repatriate Cuban refugees arriving by boat.
  • Day of the week: May 8th, 1994 was a Sunday
  • Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waning crescent
  • #1 US song: The Sign by Ace Of Base
  • #1 UK song: Come On You Reds by Manchester United Football Squad
  • Popular movie: Killer Kid directed by Leopoldo Savona

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May 08, 1994: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 08, 1994:

  • Clinton Ends Cuban Boat People Repatriation Policy US President Bill Clinton announced a significant change in immigration policy, declaring that the United States would no longer automatically repatriate Cuban refugees arriving by boat.
  • Ernesto Perez Balladares Elected President of Panama Ernesto Perez Balladares was democratically elected as the President of Panama, marking a significant moment in the country's political transition during the mid-1990s.
  • Jose Maria Figueres Becomes President of Costa Rica Jose Maria Figueres assumed the presidency of Costa Rica, continuing the nation's tradition of stable democratic leadership in Central America.
  • Erling Kagge Completes Three Poles Challenge Norwegian explorer Erling Kagge became the first person to complete the prestigious Three Poles Challenge, successfully reaching the North Pole, South Pole, and the summit of Mount Everest.
  • Colorado Silver Bullets Launch First Game The Colorado Silver Bullets, a pioneering all-female professional baseball team, played their inaugural game, representing a milestone in women's sports history.
  • Andy Rooney Marks 500th Commentary on 60 Minutes Veteran journalist Andy Rooney reached a significant milestone with his 500th commentary segment on the popular news program 60 Minutes, showcasing his long-standing media career.
  • Laura Davies Wins LPGA Sara Lee Golf Classic Professional golfer Laura Davies secured victory at the LPGA Sara Lee Golf Classic, further establishing her prominence in women's professional golf.
  • "The Rise & Fall of Little Voice" Closes on Broadway Jim Cartwright's play 'The Rise & Fall of Little Voice' concluded its short run at the Neil Simon Theater in New York City after just 9 performances, highlighting the challenging nature of Broadway productions.

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May 08, 1994: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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May 08, 1994: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

  • Chicago Bulls - New York Knicks : 86 - 90
  • Miami Heat - Atlanta Hawks : 91 - 102
  • Phoenix Suns - Houston Rockets : 91 - 87

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • Celta - Osasuna : 4 - 0
  • Lerida - Ath Madrid : 0 - 1
  • Logrones - La Coruna : 0 - 2
  • Real Madrid - Barcelona : 0 - 1
  • Sevilla - Albacete : 2 - 0

Division 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Bolton - Barnsley : 2 - 3
  • Bristol City - Peterboro : 4 - 1
  • Charlton - Middlesbrough : 2 - 5
  • Crystal Palace - Watford : 0 - 2
  • Grimsby - Millwall : 0 - 0

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • Man United - Coventry : 0 - 0
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What day of the week was May 08, 1994?


May 08, 1994 was a Sunday and it was the 128th day of the year 1994 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 08, 1994 can also be written as 5/8/1994 in the US and as 8/5/1994 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on May 08, 1994?


Famous people born on May 08, 1994:

  • Taylor Wilson

    A prodigy scientist who gained international recognition for constructing a nuclear fusion reactor as a teenager, demonstrating...

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May 08, 1994: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 08, 1994:

  • George Peppard
    George Peppard

    Iconic American actor known for his memorable roles in films like 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' and TV series 'A-Team', where he played Colonel...

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May 08, 1994: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 08, 1994 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 2nd and May 8th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).

May 08, 1994: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 08, 1994 was The Sign by Ace Of Base, according to the music chart for the week May 2nd and May 8th.

  1. - The Sign youtube
  2. - Bump N' Grind youtube
  3. - The Most Beautiful Girl In The World youtube
  4. - Return To Innocence youtube
  5. - Without You youtube

May 08, 1994: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 08, 1994 was Come On You Reds by Manchester United Football Squad, according to the music chart for the week May 2nd and May 8th.

  1. - Come On You Reds youtube
  2. - Inside youtube
  3. - The Real Thing youtube
  4. - Love Is All Around youtube
  5. - Sweets For My Sweet youtube

May 08, 1994: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 08, 1994 was Bump N' Grind by R. Kelly, according to the music chart for the week May 2nd and May 8th.

  1. - Bump N' Grind youtube
  2. - I'm Ready
  3. - Got Me Waiting
  4. - Anything (From "Above The Rim")
  5. - Feenin'
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May 08, 1994: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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

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May 08, 1994: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 08, 1994 is Dog and the associated element is Wood.

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May 08, 1994: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 08, 1994 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 08, 1994 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, 1994 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 04:30 am and setting at 07:16 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 25, 1994 while the next full moon would come on May 25, 1994.

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How old is someone born on May 08, 1994?


Someone born on May 08, 1994 is:

30 years 11 months old,

or 371 months and 15 days old,

or 1615 weeks and 3 days old,

or 11308 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 08, 1994?

There are 15 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 8th 2025.

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