What happened on Saturday January 18, 1986?

Here's what happened on January 18, 1986:

• Space Shuttle Challenger Disaster The Space Shuttle Challenger tragically explodes 73 seconds after liftoff from Cape Canaveral, Florida, resulting in the loss of all seven crew members. Among those who perished was Christa McAuliffe, who was set to become the first teacher in space as part of NASA's Teacher in Space Project. This catastrophic event shocked the world and led to a comprehensive review of NASA's space shuttle program and safety protocols.
• Aerovías Sud Aviation Caravelle Crash A devastating aviation accident occurs when an Aerovías Sud Aviation Caravelle aircraft crashes during its approach to Mundo Maya International Airport in Flores, Petén, Guatemala. The crash results in the tragic loss of all 94 passengers and crew on board, marking one of the deadliest aviation incidents in Guatemalan history.
• Space Shuttle Columbia Mission Return The 24th Space Shuttle Mission (61-C), featuring the Space Shuttle Columbia, successfully completes its mission and returns to Earth, demonstrating NASA's ongoing space exploration capabilities.
• New York Lotto Jackpot Winner A single lottery ticket wins the New York Lotto jackpot of US$30.5 million, with the winning numbers being 19-20-27-34-41-46. This significant lottery win represents a life-changing moment for the anonymous winner.

Events in 1986

January 18, 1986: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jan. 18, 1986

Newspapers from Jan. 18, 1986

January 18, 1986 was a Saturday and it was the 18th day of the year 1986 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 18, 1986 can also be written as 1/18/1986 in the US and as 18/1/1986 in UK and Europe.

January 18, 1986 in January 1986 calendar

Famous people born on January 18, 1986:

• Eugene Lee Yang

  Korean-American filmmaker, actor, and LGBTQ+ activist, best known as a member of the popular YouTube comedy group The Try Guys.

• Becca Tobin

  American actress known for her role in the TV series 'Glee' as Kitty Wilde, a prominent member of the show's cheerleading squad.

• Devin Kelley

Famous people born in 1986

Famous people born on January 18th

Famous people died on January 18, 1986:

• Araldo di Crollalanza
• Edmundo Rivero

Famous people who died in 1986

Famous people who died on January 18th

January 18, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 18, 1986 was That's What Friends Are For by Dionne & Friends, according to the music chart for the week January 13th and January 19th.

1. Dionne & Friends - That's What Friends Are For
2. Lionel Richie - Say You, Say Me
3. Eddie Murphy - Party All The Time
4. Simple Minds - Alive & Kicking
5. Klymaxx - I Miss You

January 18, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 18, 1986 was West End Girls by Pet Shop Boys, according to the music chart for the week January 13th and January 19th.

1. Pet Shop Boys - West End Girls
2. A-ha - The Sun Always Shines On TV
3. Whitney Houston - Saving All My Love For You
4. Dire Straits - Walk Of Life
5. Bronski Beat - Hit That Perfect Beat

January 18, 1986: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 18, 1986 was Say You, Say Me by Lionel Richie, according to the music chart for the week January 13th and January 19th.

1. Lionel Richie - Say You, Say Me
2. Dionne & Friends - That's What Friends Are For
3. Stevie Wonder - Go Home
4. Ready For The World - Digital Display
5. Atlantic Starr - Secret Lovers

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 18th is Capricorn.

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Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 18, 1986: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 18, 1986 is Tiger and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on January 18, 1986 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 18, 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 January 18, 1986 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 62% full, rising at 11:32 am and setting at 01:45 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 27, 1985 while the next full moon would come on Jan 26, 1986.

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Your place in the Universe on January 18, 1986

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Someone born on January 18, 1986 is:

39 years 3 months old,

or 471 months and 5 days old,

or 2048 weeks and 4 days old,

or 14340 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 18, 1986?

There are 270 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday January 18th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 18, 1986?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on January 18, 1986.

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