What happened on Friday July 09, 1976?

Here's what happened on July 09, 1976:

• Uganda Condemns Israeli Entebbe Raid Uganda requested the United Nations to condemn Israel's hostage rescue operation at Entebbe Airport, highlighting the diplomatic tensions following the dramatic rescue of hostages by Israeli special forces.
• Pentagon Opens War Room to Media In a historic moment of transparency, American reporters and civilian officials were granted unprecedented access to the U.S. Department of Defense's National Military Command Center, commonly known as the 'war room' inside the Pentagon.
• West Indies Cricket Dominance In a remarkable cricket match at Old Trafford, the West Indies cricket team bowled out England for just 71 runs. Michael Holding delivered an exceptional bowling performance, taking 5 wickets for just 17 runs in 7 overs.
• Larry Dierker's No-Hitter Houston Astros pitcher Larry Dierker achieved a remarkable no-hitter against the Montreal Expos, winning the game 6-0.
• Birth of Professional Wrestler Shelton Benjamin Shelton Benjamin, a notable American professional wrestler, was born. He would later become known for his dynamic in-ring performances and significant contributions to professional wrestling.

Events in 1976

July 09, 1976: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jul. 09, 1976

Newspapers from Jul. 09, 1976

July 09, 1976 was a Friday and it was the 191st day of the year 1976 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 09, 1976 can also be written as 7/9/1976 in the US and as 9/7/1976 in UK and Europe.

July 09, 1976 in July 1976 calendar

Famous people born on July 09, 1976:

• Fred Savage

  American actor best known for his iconic role in the TV series 'The Wonder Years', who successfully transitioned from child actor to...

• Shelton Benjamin

  Professional wrestler renowned for his exceptional athleticism and technical wrestling skills, who has competed in major wrestling...

• Radike Samo

  Fijian-Australian rugby player who represented his national team with distinction, known for his powerful playing style.

• Dan Estrin
• Emmanuelle Gagliardi

Famous people born in 1976

Famous people born on July 9th

Famous people died on July 09, 1976:

• Albert Öijermark

Famous people who died in 1976

Famous people who died on July 9th

July 09, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 09, 1976 was Afternoon Delight by Starland Vocal Band, according to the music chart for the week July 5th and July 11th.

1. Starland Vocal Band - Afternoon Delight
2. The Manhattans - Kiss And Say Goodbye
3. The Brothers Johnson - I'll Be Good To You
4. Captain and Tennille - Shop Around
5. Andrea True Connection - More, More, More (Part 1)

July 09, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 09, 1976 was Don't Go Breaking My Heart by Elton John & Kiki Dee, according to the music chart for the week July 5th and July 11th.

1. Elton John & Kiki Dee - Don't Go Breaking My Heart
2. Demis Roussos - The Roussos Phenomenon
3. The Real Thing - You To Me Are Everything
4. Candi Staton - Young Hearts Run Free
5. Dr Hook - A Little Bit More

July 09, 1976: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 09, 1976 was Something He Can Feel by Aretha Franklin, according to the music chart for the week July 5th and July 11th.

1. Aretha Franklin - Something He Can Feel
2. Lou Rawls - You'll Never Find Another Love Like Mine
3. George Benson - This Masquerade
4. Tavares - Heaven Must Be Missing An Angel (part 1)
5. Natalie Cole - Sophisticated Lady (She's A Different Lady)

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 9th is Cancer.

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Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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July 09, 1976: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 09, 1976 is Dragon and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 09, 1976 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 09, 1976 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 July 09, 1976 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 06:43 pm and setting at 04:43 am.

The previous full moon was on Jun 12, 1976 while the next full moon would come on Jul 11, 1976.

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Someone born on July 09, 1976 is:

48 years 9 months old,

or 585 months and 26 days old,

or 2547 weeks and 3 days old,

or 17832 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 09, 1976?

There are 65 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday July 9th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 09, 1976?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on July 09, 1976.

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