What happened on Monday October 09, 1978?

Here's what happened on October 09, 1978:

• P.W. Botha Becomes South African Prime Minister P.W. Botha succeeded John Vorster as Prime Minister of South Africa, marking a critical transition period in the country's apartheid era. Botha would later become known for his complex political reforms and resistance to full democratic change.
• Uganda–Tanzania War Begins The Uganda–Tanzania War officially commenced when the Ugandan Army, under the orders of President Idi Amin, launched initial attacks on Tanzania's Kagera Salient. This conflict would become a significant regional military confrontation in East Africa, with far-reaching geopolitical implications.
• Scientific Testing of the Shroud of Turin Begins Scientific examination of the Shroud of Turin commenced, initiating a comprehensive investigation into the mysterious cloth believed by some to have wrapped Jesus Christ's body after crucifixion. This research would spark significant debate in archaeological and religious circles.
• Death of Jacques Brel Renowned Belgian singer, songwriter, and actor Jacques Brel passed away from lung cancer, leaving behind a profound legacy in French-language music and performance art. His poetic and emotionally intense works significantly influenced global chanson and alternative music.
• 12th Country Music Association Awards The 12th Annual Country Music Association Awards ceremony took place, celebrating outstanding achievements in country music for the year.

Events in 1978

October 09, 1978: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Oct. 09, 1978

Newspapers from Oct. 09, 1978

October 09, 1978: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

• Cincinnati Bengals - Miami Dolphins : 0 - 21

October 09, 1978 was a Monday and it was the 282nd day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 09, 1978 can also be written as 10/9/1978 in the US and as 9/10/1978 in UK and Europe.

October 09, 1978 in October 1978 calendar

Famous people born on October 09, 1978:

• Nicky Byrne

  Nicky Byrne is an Irish pop singer, best known as a member of the internationally successful boy band Westlife.

• Juan Dixon

  Juan Dixon is an American basketball coach and former professional player, known for his successful college basketball career at the...

• Andrés D'Alessandro

Famous people born in 1978

Famous people born on October 9th

Famous people died on October 09, 1978:

• Jacques Brel

  Legendary Belgian-French singer-songwriter who profoundly influenced modern chanson and is considered one of the most significant musical...

Famous people who died in 1978

Famous people who died on October 9th

October 09, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 09, 1978 was Kiss You All Over by Exile, according to the music chart for the week October 9th and October 15th.

1. Exile - Kiss You All Over
2. Nick Gilder - Hot Child In The City
3. Taste Of Honey, A - Boogie Oogie Oogie
4. Boston - Don't Look Back
5. Little River Band - Reminiscing

October 09, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 09, 1978 was Summer Nights by John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John, according to the music chart for the week October 9th and October 15th.

1. John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John - Summer Nights
2. Boney M - Rasputin
3. Rose Royce - Love Don't Live Here Anymore
4. Dean Friedman - Lucky Stars
5. John Travolta - Sandy

October 09, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 09, 1978 was One Nation Under A Groove by Funkadelic, according to the music chart for the week October 9th and October 15th.

1. Funkadelic - One Nation Under A Groove
2. Earth, Wind & Fire - Got To Get You Into My Life
3. Ashford & Simpson - It Seems To Hang On
4. The Jacksons - Blame It On The Boogie
5. Rose Royce - I'm In Love (And I Love The Feeling)

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 9th is Libra.

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October 09, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 09, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 09, 1978 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 09, 1978 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 October 09, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 59% full, rising at 02:12 pm and setting at 12:35 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 16, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Oct 16, 1978.

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Your place in the Universe on October 09, 1978

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Someone born on October 09, 1978 is:

46 years 6 months old,

or 558 months and 14 days old,

or 2428 weeks and 2 days old,

or 16998 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 09, 1978?

There are 169 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday October 9th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 09, 1978?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on October 09, 1978.

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