What happened on Monday February 16, 1981?

Here's what happened on February 16, 1981:

• Reagan's Executive Order Transforms Regulatory Landscape President Ronald Reagan issued Executive Order 12291 on February 16, 1981, fundamentally reshaping the federal regulatory process. The order mandated that executive branch agencies submit proposed rules and regulations to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA), requiring a comprehensive cost-benefit analysis. This directive ensured that potential societal benefits of any new regulation would demonstrably outweigh potential implementation costs, marking a significant shift in governmental regulatory approach.
• Reagan's Executive Order Transforms Regulatory Landscape President Ronald Reagan issued Executive Order 12291 on February 16, 1981, fundamentally reshaping the federal regulatory process. The order mandated that executive branch agencies submit proposed rules and regulations to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA), requiring a comprehensive cost-benefit analysis. This directive ensured that potential societal benefits of any new regulation would demonstrably outweigh potential implementation costs, marking a significant shift in governmental regulatory approach.
• Reagan's Executive Order Transforms Regulatory Landscape President Ronald Reagan issued Executive Order 12291 on February 16, 1981, fundamentally reshaping the federal regulatory process. The order mandated that executive branch agencies submit proposed rules and regulations to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA), requiring a comprehensive cost-benefit analysis. This directive ensured that potential societal benefits of any new regulation would demonstrably outweigh potential implementation costs, marking a significant shift in governmental regulatory approach.
• Attempted Assassination During Pope John Paul II's Mass in Karachi On February 16, 1981, a dramatic security incident occurred during Pope John Paul II's mass at Pakistan's National Stadium in Karachi. Twenty minutes before the Pope's arrival, a hand grenade unexpectedly detonated in a stairway behind the VIP grandstand, killing the individual carrying the explosive device. The incident highlighted the potential security risks faced by high-profile religious leaders during international visits.
• Attempted Assassination During Pope John Paul II's Mass in Karachi On February 16, 1981, a dramatic security incident occurred during Pope John Paul II's mass at Pakistan's National Stadium in Karachi. Twenty minutes before the Pope's arrival, a hand grenade unexpectedly detonated in a stairway behind the VIP grandstand, killing the individual carrying the explosive device. The incident highlighted the potential security risks faced by high-profile religious leaders during international visits.
• Attempted Assassination During Pope John Paul II's Mass in Karachi On February 16, 1981, a dramatic security incident occurred during Pope John Paul II's mass at Pakistan's National Stadium in Karachi. Twenty minutes before the Pope's arrival, a hand grenade unexpectedly detonated in a stairway behind the VIP grandstand, killing the individual carrying the explosive device. The incident highlighted the potential security risks faced by high-profile religious leaders during international visits.

Events in 1981

February 16, 1981: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 16, 1981

Newspapers from Feb. 16, 1981

February 16, 1981 was a Monday and it was the 47th day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 16, 1981 can also be written as 2/16/1981 in the US and as 16/2/1981 in UK and Europe.

February 16, 1981 in February 1981 calendar

Famous people born on February 16, 1981:

• Lupe Fiasco

  Grammy-nominated hip-hop artist known for socially conscious lyrics and innovative musical style.

• Sergio Mitre

Famous people born in 1981

Famous people born on February 16th

Famous people died on February 16, 1981:

• Tomaso Buzzi
• Herman Wirth

Famous people who died in 1981

Famous people who died on February 16th

February 16, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 16, 1981 was 9 To 5 by Dolly Parton, according to the music chart for the week February 16th and February 22nd.

1. Dolly Parton - 9 To 5
2. Eddie Rabbitt - I Love A Rainy Night
3. Kool & The Gang - Celebration
4. John Lennon - Woman
5. Blondie - The Tide Is High

February 16, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 16, 1981 was Vienna by Ultravox, according to the music chart for the week February 16th and February 22nd.

1. Ultravox - Vienna
2. Joe Dolce Music Theatre - Shaddup You Face
3. John Lennon - Woman
4. Rainbow - I Surrender
5. Phil Collins - In The Air Tonight

February 16, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 16, 1981 was Burn Rubber (Why You Wanna Hurt Me) by The Gap Band, according to the music chart for the week February 16th and February 22nd.

1. The Gap Band - Burn Rubber (Why You Wanna Hurt Me)
2. Yarbrough & Peoples - Don't Stop The Music
3. Lakeside - Fantastic Voyage
4. The Jacksons - Heartbreak Hotel
5. Stevie Wonder - I Ain't Gonna Stand For It

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 16th is Aquarius.

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February 16, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 16, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 16, 1981 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 16, 1981 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 February 16, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 03:20 pm and setting at 06:02 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 20, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Feb 18, 1981.

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Someone born on February 16, 1981 is:

44 years 2 months old,

or 530 months and 28 days old,

or 2308 weeks and 2 days old,

or 16158 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 16, 1981?

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 16, 1981?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on February 16, 1981.

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