What happened on Wednesday May 17, 1989?

Here's what happened on May 17, 1989:

• Chinese Democracy Protests in Beijing More than 1 million Chinese protesters marched through Beijing, demanding greater democratic reforms and political freedoms, marking a significant moment in the pro-democracy movement of 1989.
• Zhao Ziyang Meets Tiananmen Protesters Zhao Ziyang, then General Secretary of the Communist Party of China, meets with student demonstrators in Tiananmen Square, a rare and significant moment of direct engagement during the 1989 protests.
• Nelson Mandela Earns University Degree Nelson Mandela, aged 70, receives a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of South Africa, a remarkable achievement during his period of political imprisonment and ongoing struggle against apartheid.
• Ürümqi Ethnic Unrest Uyghur and Hui Muslim protesters rioted in front of the government building in Ürümqi, highlighting ethnic tensions in the Xinjiang region of China.
• Italian Political Leadership Change Ciriaco de Mita resigns from his position as Prime Minister of Italy, signaling a shift in the country's political landscape.
• Napoli Wins UEFA Cup Napoli football club wins its 18th UEFA Cup in Stuttgart, Germany, marking a significant achievement in European club football.
• Record-Breaking Taxicab Journey A remarkable taxicab ride covering 14,000 miles, costing $16,000, sets a world record for the longest taxi journey.

Events in 1989

May 17, 1989: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 17, 1989

Newspapers from May. 17, 1989

May 17, 1989 was a Wednesday and it was the 137th day of the year 1989 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 17, 1989 can also be written as 5/17/1989 in the US and as 17/5/1989 in UK and Europe.

May 17, 1989 in May 1989 calendar

Famous people born on May 17, 1989:

• Ross Butler

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• Tessa Virtue

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• Behati Prinsloo

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• Olivia Luccardi
• Tereza Fajksová

Famous people born in 1989

Famous people born on May 17th

Famous people died on May 17, 1989:

• Robert Webber

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• Lucia Moholy

Famous people who died in 1989

Famous people who died on May 17th

May 17, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 17, 1989 was Forever Your Girl by Paula Abdul, according to the music chart for the week May 15th and May 21st.

1. Paula Abdul - Forever Your Girl
2. Jody Watley - Real Love
3. Bon Jovi - I'll Be There For You
4. Donny Osmond - Soldier Of Love
5. Michael Damian - Rock On

May 17, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 17, 1989 was Hand On Your Heart by Kylie Minogue, according to the music chart for the week May 15th and May 21st.

1. Kylie Minogue - Hand On Your Heart
2. Christians, Holly Johnson, Paul McCartney, Gerry Marsden & Stock Aitken Waterman - Ferry Cross The Mersey
3. Natalie Cole - Miss You Like Crazy
4. The Bangles - Eternal Flame
5. London Boys - Requiem

May 17, 1989: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 17, 1989 was Start Of A Romance by Skyy, according to the music chart for the week May 15th and May 21st.

1. Skyy - Start Of A Romance
2. Al B. Sure! - If I'm Not Your Lover
3. Deon Estus With George Michael - Heaven Help Me
4. Guy - I Like
5. Grady Harrell - Sticks And Stones

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 17th 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 17, 1989: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 17, 1989 is Snake and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 17, 1989 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 17, 1989 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 17, 1989 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 94% full, rising at 05:27 pm and setting at 04:01 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 21, 1989 while the next full moon would come on May 20, 1989.

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Your place in the Universe on May 17, 1989

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Someone born on May 17, 1989 is:

35 years 11 months old,

or 431 months and 6 days old,

or 1875 weeks

or 13125 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 17, 1989?

There are 24 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday May 17th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 17, 1989?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 17, 1989.

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