What happened on Thursday May 13, 1993?

Here's what happened on May 13, 1993:

• Deadly Methane Gas Explosion in South African Coal Mine A catastrophic methane gas explosion occurred in the Secunda coal mine in South Africa, resulting in the tragic loss of 50 lives. The incident highlights the significant safety risks inherent in underground mining operations.
• 'Knots Landing' Concludes Iconic Television Run The popular CBS soap opera 'Knots Landing' aired its final episode on May 13, 1993, concluding a remarkable 14-year television journey with its 334th show. The series was a significant part of American television culture during the 1980s and early 1990s.
• George Brett Reaches 300 Home Run Milestone Kansas City Royals' legendary player George Brett achieved a significant career milestone by hitting his 300th home run, further solidifying his status as one of baseball's most accomplished players.
• Carlton Fisk Achieves Rare Base-Stealing Milestone Carlton Fisk became the fifth catcher in Major League Baseball history to steal 100 bases, demonstrating exceptional athletic versatility for a player in his position.
• Annual Business Person Run on Wall Street The 6th annual Business Person Run was held on Wall Street, promoting fitness and camaraderie among financial professionals in New York City.

Events in 1993

May 13, 1993: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 13, 1993

Newspapers from May. 13, 1993

May 13, 1993 was a Thursday and it was the 133rd day of the year 1993 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 13, 1993 can also be written as 5/13/1993 in the US and as 13/5/1993 in UK and Europe.

May 13, 1993 in May 1993 calendar

Famous people born on May 13, 1993:

• Debby Ryan

  Debby Ryan is an American actress and singer who rose to fame through Disney Channel's 'Jessie' and later starred in Netflix's dark comedy...

• Romelu Lukaku

  Romelu Lukaku is a prominent Belgian professional footballer who plays as a striker for top European clubs and the Belgian national team.

• Jack Harries

  Jack Harries is a British YouTuber known for creating travel documentaries and content focused on environmental activism and sustainability.

• Morgan Wallen

  Morgan Wallen is a popular American country music singer known for his distinctive voice and chart-topping albums.

• Tones and I

  Tones and I is an Australian singer-songwriter known for her viral hit 'Dance Monkey' which topped charts worldwide.

• Bang Min-ah
• Stefan Kraft
• Emma Meesseman
• Michael Matt
• Abby Dahlkemper
• William Michael Morgan

Famous people born in 1993

Famous people born on May 13th

May 13, 1993: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 13, 1993 was That's The Way Love Goes by Janet Jackson, according to the music chart for the week May 10th and May 16th.

1. Janet Jackson - That's The Way Love Goes
2. Silk - Freak Me
3. Vanessa Williams & Brian McKnight - Love Is
4. Snow - Informer
5. Whitney Houston - I Have Nothing

May 13, 1993: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 13, 1993 was Five Live (EP) by George Michael & Queen With Lisa Stansfield, according to the music chart for the week May 10th and May 16th.

1. George Michael & Queen With Lisa Stansfield - Five Live (EP)
2. Ace Of Base - All That She Wants
3. Inner Circle - Sweat (A La La La La Long)
4. Janet Jackson - That's The Way Love Goes
5. 2 Unlimited - Tribal Dance

May 13, 1993: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 13, 1993 was That's The Way Love Goes by Janet Jackson, according to the music chart for the week May 10th and May 16th.

1. Janet Jackson - That's The Way Love Goes
2. H-Town - Knockin' Da Boots
3. Silk - Freak Me
4. SWV - Weak
5. SWV - I'm So Into You

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 13th 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 13, 1993: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 13, 1993 is Rooster and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 13, 1993 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 13, 1993 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 13, 1993 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 38% full, rising at 01:29 am and setting at 01:40 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 06, 1993 while the next full moon would come on Jun 04, 1993.

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Your place in the Universe on May 13, 1993

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Someone born on May 13, 1993 is:

31 years 11 months old,

or 383 months and 10 days old,

or 1666 weeks and 6 days old,

or 11668 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 13, 1993?

There are 20 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday May 13th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 13, 1993?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 13, 1993.

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