What happened on Wednesday August 10, 1988?

About August 10th, 1988, in brief:

  • Historical events: U.S. President Ronald Reagan signed the Civil Liberties Act of 1988, providing $20,000 in reparations to Japanese Americans who were forcibly interned or relocated during World War II, acknowledging a dark chapter in U.S. history and offering symbolic compensation for past injustices.
  • Day of the week: August 10th, 1988 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waning crescent
  • #1 US song: Roll With It by Steve Winwood
  • #1 UK song: The Only Way Is Up by Yazz & The Plastic Population
  • Popular movie: Like Someone in Love directed by Abbas Kiarostami

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August 10, 1988: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 10, 1988:

  • Civil Liberties Act of 1988: Reparations for Japanese Americans U.S. President Ronald Reagan signed the Civil Liberties Act of 1988, providing $20,000 in reparations to Japanese Americans who were forcibly interned or relocated during World War II, acknowledging a dark chapter in U.S. history and offering symbolic compensation for past injustices.
  • UN Population Milestone: Asia Reaches 3 Billion The United Nations officially estimated Asia's population to have reached three billion people, marking a significant demographic milestone that highlights the continent's rapid population growth and global demographic shifts.
  • Rodrigo Borja Becomes President of Ecuador Rodrigo Borja was officially installed as the President of Ecuador, marking a significant moment in the country's political transition and democratic process.
  • Matt Biondi Sets World Record in Swimming Olympic swimmer Matt Biondi achieved a world record in the 100-meter freestyle, demonstrating exceptional athletic performance and contributing to the sport's competitive landscape.
  • Solomon Islands Earthquake and Tsunami A devastating magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck the Solomon Islands, causing significant destruction along the southwestern coast of San Cristobal. The earthquake triggered a tsunami that flooded 50-100 metres inland, resulting in one confirmed fatality and the destruction of approximately 100 homes across 13 villages.

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August 10, 1988: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was August 10, 1988?


August 10, 1988 was a Wednesday and it was the 223rd day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 10, 1988 can also be written as 8/10/1988 in the US and as 10/8/1988 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on August 10, 1988?


Famous people born on August 10, 1988:

  • Francesco Acerbi

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  • Léo Santa Cruz

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August 10, 1988: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 10, 1988:

  • Arnulfo Arias

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August 10, 1988: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 10, 1988 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 8th and August 14th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).

August 10, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 10, 1988 was Roll With It by Steve Winwood, according to the music chart for the week August 8th and August 14th.

  1. - Roll With It youtube
  2. - Hands To Heaven youtube
  3. - Make Me Lose Control youtube
  4. - Sign Your Name youtube
  5. - 1-2-3 youtube

August 10, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 10, 1988 was The Only Way Is Up by Yazz & The Plastic Population, according to the music chart for the week August 8th and August 14th.

  1. - The Only Way Is Up youtube
  2. - The Loco-Motion youtube
  3. - I Need You youtube
  4. - You Came youtube
  5. - The Harder I Try youtube

August 10, 1988: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 10, 1988 was Off On Your Own (Girl) by Al B. Sure!, according to the music chart for the week August 8th and August 14th.

  1. - Off On Your Own (Girl)
  2. - Mamacita
  3. - Loosey's Rap
  4. - Groove Me
  5. - Sign Your Name youtube
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August 10, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 10th is Leo.

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August 10, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 10, 1988 is Dragon and the associated element is Earth.

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August 10, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 10, 1988 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 10, 1988 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 August 10, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 03:48 am and setting at 07:50 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 29, 1988 while the next full moon would come on Aug 27, 1988.

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How old is someone born on August 10, 1988?


Someone born on August 10, 1988 is:

36 years 9 months old,

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or 13446 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 10, 1988?

There are 68 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday August 10th 2025.

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