What happened on Friday May 15, 1992?

Here's what happened on May 15, 1992:

• Devastating Earthquake in Uzbekistan A significant magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck Uzbekistan, causing extensive damage. The seismic event resulted in three fatalities, completely destroyed 5,500 houses, and severely damaged an additional 4,000 houses, highlighting the region's vulnerability to geological instability.
• Colombo World's Fair Opens in Genoa The Colombo 1992 World's Fair officially opened in Genoa, Italy, commemorating the 500th anniversary of Christopher Columbus's voyage to the Americas. This international exposition showcased cultural and technological achievements from around the world.
• Alexanders Department Store Chain Closes New York-based department store chain Alexanders announced the closure of all 11 of its stores, marking the end of a significant retail presence in the metropolitan area.
• Weird Al Yankovic's 'Smells Like Nirvana' Hits Charts Weird Al Yankovic's satirical song 'Smells Like Nirvana', a parody of Nirvana's hit, reached number 35 on the music charts, showcasing the comedian's musical comedic talents.
• Cruger Avenue Renamed for Regis Philbin A section of Cruger Avenue in the Bronx, New York, was officially renamed Regis Philbin Avenue, honoring the beloved television host and local personality.

Events in 1992

May 15, 1992: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 15, 1992

Newspapers from May. 15, 1992

May 15, 1992 was a Friday and it was the 136th day of the year 1992 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 15, 1992 can also be written as 5/15/1992 in the US and as 15/5/1992 in UK and Europe.

May 15, 1992 in May 1992 calendar

May 15, 1992: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 15, 1992 was Jump by Kris Kross, according to the music chart for the week May 11th and May 17th.

1. Kris Kross - Jump
2. En Vogue - My Lovin' (You're Never Gonna Get It)
3. Queen - Bohemian Rhapsody
4. Vanessa Williams - Save The Best For Last
5. Joe Public - Live And Learn

May 15, 1992: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 15, 1992 was Please Don't Go by KWS, according to the music chart for the week May 11th and May 17th.

1. KWS - Please Don't Go
2. SL2 - On A Ragga Tip
3. Right Said Fred - Deeply Dippy
4. Curiosity - Hang On In There Baby
5. Marc Almond - The Days Of Pearly Spencer

May 15, 1992: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 15, 1992 was My Lovin' (You're Never Gonna Get It) by En Vogue, according to the music chart for the week May 11th and May 17th.

1. En Vogue - My Lovin' (You're Never Gonna Get It)
2. Lisa Stansfield - All Woman
3. Keith Sweat - Why Me Baby?
4. Kris Kross - Jump
5. Jodeci - Come & Talk To Me

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, 1992: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 15, 1992 is Monkey and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 15, 1992 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 15, 1992 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, 1992 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 07:28 pm and setting at 05:14 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 17, 1992 while the next full moon would come on May 16, 1992.

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Your place in the Universe on May 15, 1992

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Someone born on May 15, 1992 is:

32 years 11 months old,

or 395 months and 8 days old,

or 1718 weeks and 5 days old,

or 12031 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 15, 1992?

There are 22 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, 1992?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 15, 1992.

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