What happened on Thursday June 13, 1991?

Here's what happened on June 13, 1991:

• South Africa Repeals Population Registration Act The South African Parliament repealed the Population Registration Act, a pivotal moment in dismantling the legal framework of apartheid. This significant legislative action marked a crucial step towards ending racial classification and discrimination in South African society.
• Mount Pinatubo Eruption in the Philippines Mount Pinatubo erupted in one of the most significant volcanic events of the 20th century, causing massive destruction in the Philippines. The eruption was catastrophic, resulting in over 800 fatalities and widespread environmental devastation. This geological event dramatically impacted the region's landscape, climate, and human settlements.
• Indian General Election Concludes The Indian general election concluded with the Indian National Congress winning the most seats but failing to secure an outright majority. On June 21, P. V. Narasimha Rao would become Prime Minister, marking a significant transition in Indian political leadership.
• Northern Ireland Political Talks The four main political parties in Northern Ireland began talks aimed at restoring self-government, signaling potential progress in the region's complex political reconciliation process.
• NHL Labor Negotiations NHL owners presented a contract to players, setting the stage for a significant labor dispute that would culminate in a strike on April 1, 1992, demonstrating the ongoing tensions between professional sports management and players.
• Political Leadership Change in Turkey Turkish President Turgut Özal appointed Mesut Yılmaz as Prime Minister, replacing Yıldırım Akbulut who had resigned, reflecting the dynamic political landscape of Turkey.
• Zachary Taylor Exhumation U.S. President Zachary Taylor was exhumed to investigate potential arsenic poisoning as the cause of his death. Scientific examination found no trace of arsenic, resolving long-standing historical speculation.
• DUPE: Spectator Killed by Lightning at US Open Golf Tournament A tragic incident occurred during the US Open Golf tournament where a spectator was fatally struck by lightning, highlighting the unpredictable and dangerous nature of outdoor sporting events.
• The National Newspaper Ceases Publication The National, the first all-sports daily newspaper, ceased publication, marking the end of a unique media venture in sports journalism.

Events in 1991

June 13, 1991: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jun. 13, 1991

Newspapers from Jun. 13, 1991

June 13, 1991 was a Thursday and it was the 164th day of the year 1991 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 13, 1991 can also be written as 6/13/1991 in the US and as 13/6/1991 in UK and Europe.

June 13, 1991 in June 1991 calendar

Famous people born on June 13, 1991:

• Will Claye

  Olympic track and field athlete specializing in triple jump and long jump, multiple-time medalist representing the United States.

• Dario Betti
• Nicole Bonamino
• Barbara Bonansea
• Diego Martín Caballero
• Matteo Dell'Acqua
• Aurimas Didzbalis
• Enzo Guerrero
• Stefany Hernández
• Hana Jiříčková
• Iryna Kindzers'ka
• Marizol Landázuri
• Piermaria Leso
• Ryan Mason
• Katie Moon
• Ricardo van Rhijn
• Nicolás Peñailillo
• Lorenzo Reyes
• Diego Rubio

Famous people born in 1991

Famous people born on June 13th

Famous people died on June 13, 1991:

• Bertha Teague

Famous people who died in 1991

Famous people who died on June 13th

June 13, 1991: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 13, 1991 was Rush Rush by Paula Abdul, according to the music chart for the week June 10th and June 16th.

1. Paula Abdul - Rush Rush
2. Color Me Badd - I Wanna Sex You Up
3. Extreme - More Than Words
4. Michael Bolton - Love Is A Wonderful Thing
5. R.E.M. - Losing My Religion

June 13, 1991: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 13, 1991 was I Wanna Sex You Up by Color Me Badd, according to the music chart for the week June 10th and June 16th.

1. Color Me Badd - I Wanna Sex You Up
2. Cher - The Shoop Shoop Song (It's In His Kiss)
3. Amy Grant - Baby Baby
4. Jason Donovan - Any Dream Will Do
5. Beverley Craven - Promise Me

June 13, 1991: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 13, 1991 was Power Of Love/Love Power by Luther Vandross, according to the music chart for the week June 10th and June 16th.

1. Luther Vandross - Power Of Love/Love Power
2. Mariah Carey - I Don't Wanna Cry
3. Color Me Badd - I Wanna Sex You Up (From "New Jack City")
4. Whitney Houston - Miracle
5. En Vogue - Don't Go

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 13th is Gemini.

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June 13, 1991: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 13, 1991 is Goat and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 13, 1991 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 13, 1991 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 June 13, 1991 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 10% full, rising at 06:21 am and setting at 10:41 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 28, 1991 while the next full moon would come on Jun 27, 1991.

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Your place in the Universe on June 13, 1991

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Someone born on June 13, 1991 is:

33 years 11 months old,

or 407 months

or 1769 weeks and 5 days old,

or 12388 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 13, 1991?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on June 13, 1991.

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