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see horoscope and birth chart for September 08, 1960What happened on Thursday, September 8, 1960?
About September 8th, 1960, in brief:
- Historical events: On September 8, 1960, the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) was founded in Baghdad, Iraq. This organization aimed to coordinate and unify petroleum policies among member countries to secure fair and stable prices for petroleum producers.
- Day of the week: September 8th, 1960 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waning gibbous
- #1 US song: It's Now Or Never by Elvis Presley
- #1 UK song: Apache by The Shadows
- Popular movie: Psycho directed by Alfred Hitchcock
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- September 08, 1960: What happened on that day?
- What day of the week was September 08, 1960?
- Who was born on September 08, 1960?
- September 08, 1960: Number 1 song on that day
- September 08, 1960: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- September 08, 1960: What was the moon phase on that day?
- How old is someone born on September 08, 1960?
- Back in 1960
September 08, 1960: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on September 08, 1960:
- Formation of OPEC On September 8, 1960, the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) was founded in Baghdad, Iraq. This organization aimed to coordinate and unify petroleum policies among member countries to secure fair and stable prices for petroleum producers. source: britannica.com
- Marshall Space Flight Center dedication The Marshall Space Flight Center was officially dedicated on September 8, 1960, in Huntsville, Alabama. This facility became a key site for NASA's space exploration efforts, including the development of the Saturn V rocket that took astronauts to the Moon. source: nasa.gov
- Wilma Rudolph's Olympic triumph On September 8, 1960, Wilma Rudolph won her first gold medal at the Rome Olympics, becoming the first American woman to win three gold medals in a single Olympic Games. Her victories in the 100 meters, 200 meters, and 4x100 meter relay made her a symbol of athletic excellence and a pioneer for women in sports. source: olympic.org
- Release of 'Psycho' Alfred Hitchcock's groundbreaking psychological thriller 'Psycho', starring Anthony Perkins and Janet Leigh, receives its nationwide release in the United States, revolutionizing the horror and thriller film genres.
- Mobutu's Coup in Congo Colonel Joseph Mobutu seizes power in the Republic of the Congo through a military coup, marking the beginning of a significant political transformation that would eventually lead to his long and controversial rule as President Mobutu Sese Seko.
- Berlin Access Restrictions The German Democratic Republic (East Germany) imposes limitations on West Berliners' access to East Berlin, further escalating tensions during the Cold War and symbolizing the divided nature of Germany at the time.
- First Tibetan Parliamentary Election The Central Tibetan Administration holds its inaugural parliamentary election, a significant milestone in Tibetan democratic history. This event is commemorated annually as Democracy Day by the Tibetan community.
- William Walton Symphony Premiere The second symphony by renowned British composer William Walton is premiered, contributing to the mid-20th century classical music landscape.
September 08, 1960: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?
LIFE magazines from September 1960
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What day of the week was September 08, 1960?
September 08, 1960 was a Thursday and it was the 252nd day of the year 1960 in the Gregorian calendar.
September 08, 1960 can also be written as 9/8/1960 in the US and as 8/9/1960 in UK and Europe.
Who was born on September 08, 1960?
Famous people born on September 08, 1960:
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Stefano CasiraghiItalian businessman and member of Monaco's high society, known for his entrepreneurial ventures in luxury retail and construction.
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Aguri SuzukiProminent Japanese Formula One racing driver who competed in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
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Gabrielle Scharnitzky
September 08, 1960: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on September 08, 1960 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week September 5th and September 11th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
September 08, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on September 08, 1960 was It's Now Or Never by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week September 5th and September 11th.
- Elvis Presley - It's Now Or Never
- Chubby Checker - The Twist
- The Ventures - Walk -- Don't Run
- Bobby Rydell - Volare
- Brenda Lee - I'm Sorry
September 08, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on September 08, 1960 was Apache by The Shadows, according to the music chart for the week September 5th and September 11th.
- The Shadows - Apache
- Elvis Presley - Mess Of Blues
- Duane Eddy - Because They're Young
- Cliff Richard - Please Don't Tease
- Ricky Valance - Tell Laura I Love Her
September 08, 1960: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on September 08, 1960 was Kiddio by Brook Benton, according to the music chart for the week September 5th and September 11th.
- Brook Benton - Kiddio
- Hank Ballard And The Midnighters - Finger Poppin' Time
- Chubby Checker - The Twist
- Ike & Tina Turner - A Fool In Love
- Jackie Wilson - A Woman, A Lover, A Friend
September 08, 1960: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 8th is Virgo.
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Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo marry.
Babies born in September are either Virgo or Libra. People born before September 22nd are Virgo, while people born from September 23rd have the sign of Libra.
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September 08, 1960: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 08, 1960 is Rat and the associated element is Metal.
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Try our calculator to discover your Chinese zodiac sign based on your date of birthSeptember 08, 1960: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on September 08, 1960 was Waning gibbous.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 08, 1960 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 September 08, 1960 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 80% full, rising at 09:18 pm and setting at 10:50 am.
The previous full moon was on Sep 05, 1960 while the next full moon would come on Oct 04, 1960.
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Someone born on September 08, 1960 is:
65 years 10 months old,
or 790 months and 26 days old,
or 3438 weeks and 4 days old,
or 24070 days old,
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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on September 08, 1960?
There are 36 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday September 8th 2026.
Try out our Countdown calculator to find out are many days are left until your special moments.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 08, 1960?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on September 08, 1960.
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Why 1960 makes a meaningful nostalgia gift
For someone born on September 8, 1960, a 1960 nostalgia poster turns a familiar date into a visual account of the world they arrived in.
The history attached to September 8, 1960 includes Formation of OPEC, giving the gift a real story rather than a generic year label.
The soundtrack around September 8, 1960 included “It's Now Or Never” by Elvis Presley, a memory that helps place the recipient back in their era.
Cinema from the world of September 8, 1960 included Psycho, adding another recognizable cultural touchpoint to the year.
September 8, 1960 is also shared with notable birthdays such as Stefano Casiraghi, making the date feel connected to a wider story.
Together, those details make September 8, 1960 more than an answer to a history question: they provide the personal starting point for a gift rooted in the recipient's own date.
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