What happened on Thursday April 17, 1986?

Here's what happened on April 17, 1986:

• IBM's Technological Milestone IBM achieved a significant technological breakthrough by producing the first megabit-chip, marking an important advancement in computer memory and semiconductor technology.
• British Journalist Kidnapped in Beirut British journalist John McCarthy was kidnapped in Beirut by the Revolutionary Cells (RZ), allegedly in retaliation for the United States' bombing of Libya. Three other individuals were found dead during this incident. McCarthy would remain in captivity until his release in August 1991, marking a prolonged and traumatic hostage situation.
• Security Breach on El Al Flight An unsuspecting Irishwoman was discovered unknowingly carrying explosives onto an El Al flight traveling from London, England to Tel Aviv, Israel, highlighting significant security vulnerabilities in international air travel.
• Pulitzer Prize for Literature Larry McMurtry was awarded the prestigious Pulitzer Prize for his novel 'Lonesome Dove', a significant recognition in American literary achievement.
• Peace Treaty: Netherlands and Scilly Isles A historic peace treaty was signed, officially ending the hypothetical 335-year war between the Netherlands and the Isles of Scilly, a conflict that had technically existed since 1651 but never involved actual combat.

Events in 1986

April 17, 1986: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Apr. 17, 1986

Newspapers from Apr. 17, 1986

April 17, 1986 was a Thursday and it was the 107th day of the year 1986 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 17, 1986 can also be written as 4/17/1986 in the US and as 17/4/1986 in UK and Europe.

April 17, 1986 in April 1986 calendar

Famous people born on April 17, 1986:

• Romain Grosjean

  Professional Formula One racing driver known for his career in the Haas F1 Team and surviving a dramatic fiery crash in 2020.

Famous people born in 1986

Famous people born on April 17th

Famous people died on April 17, 1986:

• Bessie Head

  Bessie Head was a prominent South African writer who made significant contributions to African literature, addressing critical social issues...

• Marcel Dassault

  French aviation industrialist and aviator, known for being an outstanding pilot.

• Hermann Friedrich Graebe
• Paul Costello

Famous people who died in 1986

Famous people who died on April 17th

April 17, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 17, 1986 was Kiss by Prince, according to the music chart for the week April 14th and April 20th.

1. Prince - Kiss
2. Bangles - Manic Monday
3. Robert Palmer - Addicted To Love
4. Falco - Rock Me Amadeus
5. Pet Shop Boys - West End Girls

April 17, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 17, 1986 was A Different Corner by George Michael, according to the music chart for the week April 14th and April 20th.

1. George Michael - A Different Corner
2. Cliff Richard & The Young Ones - Living Doll
3. Falco - Rock Me Amadeus
4. Queen - A Kind Of Magic
5. Sam Cooke - Wonderful World

April 17, 1986: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 17, 1986 was Kiss by Prince And The Revolution, according to the music chart for the week April 14th and April 20th.

1. Prince And The Revolution - Kiss
2. Nu Shooz - I Can't Wait
3. The Gap Band - Going In Circles
4. Stephanie Mills - I Have Learned To Respect The Power Of Love
5. The Jets - Crush On You

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 17th is Aries.

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Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 17, 1986: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 17, 1986 is Tiger and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 17, 1986 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 17, 1986 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 April 17, 1986 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 58% full, rising at 10:50 am and setting at 02:25 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 26, 1986 while the next full moon would come on Apr 24, 1986.

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Your place in the Universe on April 17, 1986

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Someone born on April 17, 1986 is:

39 years and 27 days old,

or 468 months and 27 days old,

or 2038 weeks and 6 days old,

or 14272 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 17, 1986?

There are 338 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday April 17th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 17, 1986?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 17, 1986.

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