What happened on Wednesday May 12, 1976?

Here's what happened on May 12, 1976:

• Urquiola Tanker Disaster A tragic maritime accident occurred in A Coruña harbour, Spain, when the Spanish tanker Urquiola exploded and caught fire, resulting in the devastating loss of all 39 crew members. This incident highlighted the significant risks and safety challenges in maritime transportation during the 1970s.
• Bayern Munich European Cup Victory Bayern Munich won the 21st European Cup (now known as the UEFA Champions League), demonstrating their dominance in European football during the 1970s. This victory further solidified the club's reputation as a powerhouse in international soccer.

Events in 1976

May 12, 1976: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 12, 1976

Newspapers from May. 12, 1976

May 12, 1976 was a Wednesday and it was the 133rd day of the year 1976 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 12, 1976 can also be written as 5/12/1976 in the US and as 12/5/1976 in UK and Europe.

May 12, 1976 in May 1976 calendar

Famous people born on May 12, 1976:

• Kardinal Offishall

  Canadian rapper known for his significant contributions to hip-hop and urban music in Canada.

• Takamisakari Seiken

Famous people born in 1976

Famous people born on May 12th

Famous people died on May 12, 1976:

• Keith Relf

Famous people who died in 1976

Famous people who died on May 12th

May 12, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 12, 1976 was Boogie Fever by The Sylvers, according to the music chart for the week May 10th and May 16th.

1. The Sylvers - Boogie Fever
2. John Sebastian - Welcome Back
3. Wings - Silly Love Songs
4. Elvin Bishop - Fooled Around And Fell In Love
5. Diana Ross - Love Hangover

May 12, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 12, 1976 was Fernando by Abba, according to the music chart for the week May 10th and May 16th.

1. Abba - Fernando
2. Brotherhood Of Man - Save Your Kisses For Me
3. JJ Barrie - No Charge
4. Hank Mizell - Jungle Rock
5. Fox - S-S-S-Single Bed

May 12, 1976: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 12, 1976 was Love Hangover by Diana Ross, according to the music chart for the week May 10th and May 16th.

1. Diana Ross - Love Hangover
2. The Manhattans - Kiss And Say Goodbye
3. Brass Construction - Movin'
4. Candi Staton - Young Hearts Run Free
5. Silver Convention - Get Up And Boogie (That's Right)

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 12th is Taurus.

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Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 12, 1976: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 12, 1976 is Dragon and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 12, 1976 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 12, 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 May 12, 1976 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 06:56 pm and setting at 05:27 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 14, 1976 while the next full moon would come on May 13, 1976.

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Your place in the Universe on May 12, 1976

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Someone born on May 12, 1976 is:

49 years and 2 days old,

or 588 months and 2 days old,

or 2557 weeks

or 17899 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 12, 1976?

There are 363 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday May 12th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 12, 1976?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 12, 1976.

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