What happened on Tuesday May 22, 1990?

Here's what happened on May 22, 1990:

• Microsoft Windows 3.0 Launch Microsoft introduces and ships Windows 3.0 at the Center City at Columbus Circle in New York. This groundbreaking version allows addressing memory above 640 kB, representing a significant leap in personal computing capabilities. Microsoft invested US$3 million in opening-day marketing as part of a US$10 million promotional campaign.
• Yemen Unification The leaders of the Yemen Arab Republic and the People's Democratic Republic of Yemen officially announce the unification of their countries, forming the Republic of Yemen. This historic merger marks the end of decades of political division and sets the stage for a new national identity.
• Dow Jones Record High The Dow Jones Industrial Average reaches a record high of 2,852.23, signaling strong performance in the financial markets and economic optimism of the early 1990s.
• Andre Dawson's Intentional Walk Record In a remarkable 16-inning game against the Cincinnati Reds at Wrigley Field, Chicago Cubs' right fielder Andre Dawson is intentionally walked five times, establishing a major league baseball record that highlights his formidable batting prowess.
• Final Episode of Newhart The popular television sitcom Newhart airs its final episode, concluding a successful run that had entertained audiences for years and would be remembered for its innovative and memorable series finale.

Events in 1990

May 22, 1990: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 22, 1990

Newspapers from May. 22, 1990

May 22, 1990 was a Tuesday and it was the 142nd day of the year 1990 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 22, 1990 can also be written as 5/22/1990 in the US and as 22/5/1990 in UK and Europe.

May 22, 1990 in May 1990 calendar

Famous people died on May 22, 1990:

• Rocky Graziano

  Rocky Graziano was a famous middleweight boxing champion who later became an actor, known for his tough life story and successful boxing...

Famous people who died in 1990

Famous people who died on May 22nd

May 22, 1990: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 22, 1990 was Vogue by Madonna, according to the music chart for the week May 21st and May 27th.

1. Madonna - Vogue
2. Heart - All I Wanna Do Is Make Love To You
3. Sinead O'Connor - Nothing Compares 2 U
4. Wilson Phillips - Hold On
5. Janet Jackson - Alright

May 22, 1990: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 22, 1990 was Killer by Adamski, according to the music chart for the week May 21st and May 27th.

1. Adamski - Killer
2. Kylie Minogue - Better The Devil You Know
3. Paula Abdul With The Wild Pair - Opposites Attract
4. The Adventures Of Stevie V - Dirty Cash

May 22, 1990: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 22, 1990 was Hold On by En Vogue, according to the music chart for the week May 21st and May 27th.

1. En Vogue - Hold On
2. Janet Jackson - Alright
3. Johnny Gill - Rub You The Right Way
4. Tony Toni Tone - The Blues
5. Quincy Jones With Tevin Campbell - Tomorrow (A Better You, Better Me)

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 22nd is Gemini.

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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 22, 1990: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 22, 1990 is Horse and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 22, 1990 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 22, 1990 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 22, 1990 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 03:44 am and setting at 07:46 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 09, 1990 while the next full moon would come on Jun 08, 1990.

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Your place in the Universe on May 22, 1990

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Someone born on May 22, 1990 is:

34 years 11 months old,

or 419 months and 22 days old,

or 1825 weeks and 1 day old,

or 12776 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 22, 1990?

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 22, 1990?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 22, 1990.

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