What happened on Friday December 22, 1978?

Here's what happened on December 22, 1978:

• China's Economic Reform Turning Point The pivotal Third Plenum of the 11th National Congress of the Communist Party of China is held in Beijing, where Deng Xiaoping introduces groundbreaking economic reforms that will fundamentally transform China's economic landscape, moving away from strict Maoist policies towards a more market-oriented approach.
• Thailand Adopts New Constitution Thailand officially adopts a new constitution, marking a significant moment in the country's political development and governance structure.
• Kenny Jones Joins The Who Kenny Jones is officially announced as the new drummer for the legendary rock band The Who, following the death of Keith Moon earlier that year.

Events in 1978

December 22, 1978: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Dec. 22, 1978

Newspapers from Dec. 22, 1978

December 22, 1978 was a Friday and it was the 356th day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 22, 1978 can also be written as 12/22/1978 in the US and as 22/12/1978 in UK and Europe.

December 22, 1978 in December 1978 calendar

Famous people born on December 22, 1978:

• Mia Tyler

  American plus-size model and daughter of Aerosmith's Steven Tyler, known for her work in fashion and her famous rock star family.

• Anthony Jeselnik

  Dark comedy stand-up comedian and television host known for his provocative and controversial humor style.

• Chris Jakubauskas
• Edo Maajka

Famous people born in 1978

Famous people born on December 22nd

Famous people died on December 22, 1978:

• Rochus Gliese
• Tecla Scarano

Famous people who died in 1978

Famous people who died on December 22nd

December 22, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 22, 1978 was Le Freak by Chic, according to the music chart for the week December 18th and December 24th.

1. Chic - Le Freak
2. Bee Gees - Too Much Heaven
3. Barbra & Neil - You Don't Bring Me Flowers
4. Billy Joel - My Life
5. Alicia Bridges - I Love The Nightlife (Disco Round)

December 22, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 22, 1978 was Mull Of Kintyre / Girl's School by Wings, according to the music chart for the week December 18th and December 24th.

1. Wings - Mull Of Kintyre / Girl's School
2. Boney M - Mary's Boy Child
3. The Brighouse & Rastrick Brass Band - Floral Dance
4. Rod Stewart - Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?
5. Donna Summer - Love's Unkind

December 22, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 22, 1978 was Le Freak by Chic, according to the music chart for the week December 18th and December 24th.

1. Chic - Le Freak
2. Cheryl Lynn - Got To Be Real
3. Earth, Wind & Fire - September
4. Chaka Khan - I'm Every Woman
5. Rose Royce - Love Don't Live Here Anymore

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 22nd is Capricorn.

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Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 22, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 22, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 22, 1978 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 22, 1978 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 December 22, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 40% full, rising at 11:22 pm and setting at 12:26 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 14, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Jan 13, 1979.

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Your place in the Universe on December 22, 1978

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Someone born on December 22, 1978 is:

46 years 4 months old,

or 556 months and 22 days old,

or 2420 weeks and 5 days old,

or 16945 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 22, 1978?

There are 222 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday December 22nd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 22, 1978?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on December 22, 1978.

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