What happened on Monday May 20, 1996?

Here's what happened on May 20, 1996:

• Landmark Supreme Court Decision on LGBTQ+ Rights In a significant civil rights ruling, the Supreme Court of the United States struck down a Colorado law in Romer v. Evans that would have prohibited cities, towns, and counties from enacting legislative, executive, or judicial protections for gay and lesbian individuals. This decision was a crucial milestone in LGBTQ+ rights, affirming the constitutional protection against discriminatory legislation.
• MV Bukoba Maritime Disaster A tragic maritime disaster occurred in Lake Victoria, Tanzania, when the MV Bukoba sank, resulting in the loss of nearly 1,000 lives. This event is considered one of the worst maritime accidents in African history, highlighting the critical need for maritime safety regulations and emergency response protocols.
• Tragic Execution of French Trappist Monks Members of the Armed Islamic Group (GIA) in Algeria killed 7 French Trappist monks after negotiations with the French government regarding imprisoned GIA sympathizers broke down. This violent incident highlighted the complex and volatile political landscape in Algeria during the 1990s.
• Trappist Martyrs of Atlas Execution The Trappist Martyrs of Atlas were executed, a tragic event that underscores religious persecution and the risks faced by religious workers in conflict zones. These monks became symbols of peaceful resistance and interfaith understanding.
• Extraordinary Everest Expedition Swedish adventurer Göran Kropp achieved an extraordinary feat by reaching the Mount Everest summit alone and without supplemental oxygen, after cycling from Sweden. This remarkable journey exemplifies human endurance, determination, and the spirit of exploration.

Events in 1996

May 20, 1996: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 20, 1996

Newspapers from May. 20, 1996

May 20, 1996: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

• Utah Jazz - Seattle SuperSonics : 87 - 91

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

• Duisburg - Chemnitz : 1 - 0

May 20, 1996 was a Monday and it was the 141st day of the year 1996 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 20, 1996 can also be written as 5/20/1996 in the US and as 20/5/1996 in UK and Europe.

May 20, 1996 in May 1996 calendar

Famous people born on May 20, 1996:

• Marshon Lattimore

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Famous people died on May 20, 1996:

• Jon Pertwee

  English actor best known for portraying the Third Doctor in the iconic science fiction series Doctor Who from 1970 to 1974, becoming a...

• Janaki Ramachandran

  Janaki Ramachandran was a notable Indian physicist who made significant contributions to solid-state physics and materials science research.

• Lewis Combs

Famous people who died in 1996

Famous people who died on May 20th

May 20, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 20, 1996 was Tha Crossroads by Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, according to the music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.

1. Bone Thugs-N-Harmony - Tha Crossroads
2. Mariah Carey - Always Be My Baby
3. Celine Dion - Because You Loved Me
4. Tony Rich Project - Nobody Knows
5. Alanis Morissette - Ironic

May 20, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 20, 1996 was Fastlove by George Michael, according to the music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.

1. George Michael - Fastlove
2. Gina G - Ooh Aah... Just A Little Bit
3. Mark Morrison - Return Of The Mack
4. Suggs & Louchie Lou / Michie One - Cecilia
5. 1996 Manchester United FA Cup Squad - Move Move Move (The Red Tribe)

May 20, 1996: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 20, 1996 was Tha Crossroads by Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, according to the music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.

1. Bone Thugs-N-Harmony - Tha Crossroads
2. SWV - You're The One
3. Joe - All The Things (Your Man Won't Do) (From "Don't Be A Menace...")
4. Junior M.A.F.I.A. Featuring The Notorious B.I.G. - Get Money
5. MC Lyte Featuring Xscape - Keep On, Keepin' On (From "Sunset Park")

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 20th 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 20, 1996: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 20, 1996 is Rat and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 20, 1996 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 20, 1996 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 20, 1996 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 12% full, rising at 08:12 am and setting at 10:51 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 03, 1996 while the next full moon would come on Jun 01, 1996.

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Your place in the Universe on May 20, 1996

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Someone born on May 20, 1996 is:

28 years 11 months old,

or 347 months and 3 days old,

or 1509 weeks and 2 days old,

or 10565 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 20, 1996?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 20, 1996.

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