What happened on Saturday May 15, 1993?

Here's what happened on May 15, 1993:

• Deadly Methane Gas Explosion in South African Coal Mine A tragic methane gas explosion in a coal mine in Secunda, South Africa, results in the loss of 50 lives, highlighting the dangerous working conditions in the mining industry.
• Süleyman Demirel Elected President of Turkey The Grand National Assembly of Turkey elects Süleyman Demirel as the President, a significant political transition in Turkey's democratic process.
• 119th Preakness Stakes Won by Prairie Bayou Jockey Mike Smith rides Prairie Bayou to victory in the 119th Preakness Stakes, completing the race in an impressive time of 1:56.6 at Pimlico Race Course.
• Alamodome Opens in San Antonio The Alamodome, a multi-purpose stadium in San Antonio, Texas, officially opens its doors, marking a significant milestone in the city's sports and entertainment infrastructure.
• Ireland Wins Eurovision Song Contest Niamh Kavanagh represents Ireland and wins the Eurovision Song Contest with her performance of 'In Your Eyes', continuing Ireland's strong tradition in the competition.
• Montreal Expos Retire Rusty Staub's Number The Montreal Expos honor their first star player by retiring jersey number 10, which belonged to Rusty Staub, a beloved figure in the team's early history.
• Jane Seymour's Personal Event Jane Seymour and James Kesch get married, a personal milestone for the couple.

Events in 1993

May 15, 1993: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 15, 1993

Newspapers from May. 15, 1993

May 15, 1993 was a Saturday and it was the 135th day of the year 1993 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 15, 1993 can also be written as 5/15/1993 in the US and as 15/5/1993 in UK and Europe.

May 15, 1993 in May 1993 calendar

Famous people born on May 15, 1993:

• Miranda Cosgrove

  Renowned American actress and singer, best known for her roles in Nickelodeon shows like 'Drake & Josh' and 'iCarly'.

• Stefania Bivone

  Miss Italy 2011 winner, a prominent Italian beauty pageant contestant who gained national recognition through her modeling career.

Famous people born in 1993

Famous people born on May 15th

Famous people died on May 15, 1993:

• Salah Ahmed Ibrahim

  Sudanese poet and diplomat (b. 1933).

Famous people who died in 1993

Famous people who died on May 15th

May 15, 1993: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 15, 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 15, 1993: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 15, 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 15, 1993: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 15, 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 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, 1993: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 15, 1993 is Rooster and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 15, 1993 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 15, 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 15, 1993 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 20% full, rising at 02:21 am and setting at 03:35 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 15, 1993

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Someone born on May 15, 1993 is:

31 years 11 months old,

or 383 months and 8 days old,

or 1666 weeks and 4 days old,

or 11666 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 15, 1993?

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, 1993?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 15, 1993.

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