What happened on Wednesday May 15, 1985?

Here's what happened on May 15, 1985:

• Unabomber Attacks University of California Researcher Ted Kaczynski, known as the Unabomber, sends an explosive device that injures John Hauser, a researcher at the University of California, Berkeley, as part of his anti-technology terrorist campaign.
• Argentina's Stance on Falkland Islands Argentine President Raúl Alfonsín maintains a complex diplomatic position regarding the Falkland Islands, terminating direct administration while preserving Argentina's territorial claim, reflecting ongoing tensions from the 1982 Falklands War.
• Everton Wins European Cup Winners' Cup Everton Football Club triumphs in the 25th European Cup Winners' Cup, defeating their opponents in Rotterdam, Netherlands, marking a significant achievement in the club's European football history.
• Birth of Cristiane, Brazilian Football Star Cristiane is born, who would later become a prominent Brazilian women's football player known for her exceptional skills and contributions to the national team.

Events in 1985

May 15, 1985: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 15, 1985

Newspapers from May. 15, 1985

May 15, 1985 was a Wednesday and it was the 135th day of the year 1985 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 15, 1985 can also be written as 5/15/1985 in the US and as 15/5/1985 in UK and Europe.

May 15, 1985 in May 1985 calendar

Famous people born on May 15, 1985:

• Derek Hough

  Professional dancer, choreographer, and television personality, best known for his work on 'Dancing with the Stars' and his numerous Emmy...

• Tania Cagnotto

  Italian diver from a renowned diving family, Tania Cagnotto is an accomplished Olympic athlete who has represented Italy in multiple...

• Delphine Ledoux
• Carl Medjani
• Matt Ryan

Famous people born in 1985

Famous people born on May 15th

Famous people died on May 15, 1985:

• Jackie Curtis

  Jackie Curtis was a prominent Warhol Superstar and underground artist in New York City, known for groundbreaking performances in drag and...

• Giuseppe Tonello

Famous people who died in 1985

Famous people who died on May 15th

May 15, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 15, 1985 was Don't You (Forget About Me) by Simple Minds, according to the music chart for the week May 13th and May 19th.

1. Simple Minds - Don't You (Forget About Me)
2. Madonna - Crazy For You
3. Murray Head - One Night In Bangkok
4. Wham! - Everything She Wants (Remix)
5. Sade - Smooth Operator

May 15, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 15, 1985 was 19 by Paul Hardcastle, according to the music chart for the week May 13th and May 19th.

1. Paul Hardcastle - 19
2. Phyllis Nelson - Move Closer
3. Bronski Beat & Marc Almond - I Feel Love (Medley)
4. Duran Duran - A View To A Kill
5. DeBarge - Rhythm Of The Night

May 15, 1985: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 15, 1985 was Fresh by Kool & The Gang, according to the music chart for the week May 13th and May 19th.

1. Kool & The Gang - Fresh
2. USA For Africa - We Are The World
3. Whitney Houston - You Give Good Love
4. Mary Jane Girls - In My House
5. Sade - Smooth Operator

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 15th 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 15, 1985: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 15, 1985 is Ox and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 15, 1985 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 15, 1985 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 15, 1985 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 8% full, rising at 03:52 am and setting at 05:09 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 04, 1985 while the next full moon would come on Jun 03, 1985.

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Your place in the Universe on May 15, 1985

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Someone born on May 15, 1985 is:

39 years 11 months old,

or 479 months and 29 days old,

or 2087 weeks

or 14609 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 15, 1985?

There are 1 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 15th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 15, 1985?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 15, 1985.

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