What happened on Wednesday May 18, 1988?

Here's what happened on May 18, 1988:

• Somaliland War of Independence Offensive The Somali National Movement launches a major military offensive against government forces in Hargeisa and Burao, two of Somalia's largest cities, escalating the struggle for Somaliland's independence.
• Gilgit Massacre in Pakistan The Zia-ul Haq regime brutally suppresses a revolt by Shia Muslims in Gilgit, northern Pakistan, marking a dark moment in the region's sectarian conflict and human rights history.
• Meteorite Strikes Building in Turin, Italy A rare and extraordinary event occurred in Turin, Italy, when a meteorite struck a building, demonstrating the unpredictable nature of celestial phenomena.
• Bayer Leverkusen Wins UEFA Cup Bayer Leverkusen clinches its 17th UEFA Cup title in a significant victory for the German football club, showcasing their prowess in European football.
• Dave Stewart Sets Major League Balk Record During the Oakland Athletics' 39th game of the 1988 season, pitcher Dave Stewart breaks the major league record by committing his 12th balk, an unusual pitching violation that highlights his challenging season.
• Birth of Ryan Cooley, Canadian Actor Ryan Cooley, a Canadian actor known for his work in television and film, was born on this date.

Events in 1988

May 18, 1988: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 18, 1988

Newspapers from May. 18, 1988

May 18, 1988 was a Wednesday and it was the 139th day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 18, 1988 can also be written as 5/18/1988 in the US and as 18/5/1988 in UK and Europe.

May 18, 1988 in May 1988 calendar

Famous people born on May 18, 1988:

• Taeyang (singer)

  Taeyang is a prominent South Korean singer and member of the globally acclaimed K-pop group Big Bang, known for his exceptional solo music...

• Paul Baysse
• Ryan Cooley
• Kaspars Daugaviņš
• Taeyang
• Chelsea Furlani
• Kamilla Gafurzjanova
• Tatsuma Itō
• Hayat Lambarki
• Hirooki Arai
• Omo Osaghae
• Krista Phillips
• Verónica Pérez
• Laima Rickevičiūtė
• Janeiler Rivas
• Kévin Réza
• Kōji Seto
• Didí Torrico
• Ligger Moreira Malaquias

Famous people born in 1988

Famous people born on May 18th

Famous people died on May 18, 1988:

• Daws Butler

  Legendary American voice actor famous for iconic cartoon characters like Yogi Bear and Huckleberry Hound, who significantly influenced...

• Enzo Tortora

Famous people who died in 1988

Famous people who died on May 18th

May 18, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 18, 1988 was Anything For You by Gloria Estefan, according to the music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.

1. Gloria Estefan - Anything For You
2. George Michael - One More Try
3. Johnny Hates Jazz - Shattered Dreams
4. Pet Shop Boys - Always On My Mind
5. Samantha Fox - Naughty Girls (Need Love Too)

May 18, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 18, 1988 was Perfect by Fairground Attraction, according to the music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.

1. Fairground Attraction - Perfect
2. Wet Wet Wet / Billy Bragg With Cara Tivey - With A Little Help From My Friends / She's Leaving Home
3. S-Express - Theme From S-Express
4. Kylie Minogue - Got To Be Certain
5. New Order - Blue Monday 1988

May 18, 1988: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 18, 1988 was Mercedes Boy by Pebbles, according to the music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.

1. Pebbles - Mercedes Boy
2. Al B. Sure! - Nite And Day
3. Suave - My Girl
4. Johnny Kemp - Just Got Paid
5. Keith Sweat - Something Just Ain't Right

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 18th 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 18, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 18, 1988 is Dragon and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 18, 1988 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 18, 1988 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 18, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 11% full, rising at 07:15 am and setting at 11:31 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 01, 1988 while the next full moon would come on May 31, 1988.

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Your place in the Universe on May 18, 1988

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Someone born on May 18, 1988 is:

36 years 11 months old,

or 443 months and 26 days old,

or 1930 weeks

or 13510 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 18, 1988?

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 18, 1988?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 18, 1988.

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