What happened on Tuesday April 23, 1991?

Here's what happened on April 23, 1991:

• USSR Grants Republics Secession Rights The Soviet Union passes a landmark law allowing its constituent republics to secede under specific conditions, signaling the potential fragmentation of the USSR and foreshadowing its imminent collapse.
• Catastrophic Cyclone in Bangladesh A devastating tropical cyclone strikes Bangladesh, resulting in an estimated 138,000 fatalities, making it one of the deadliest natural disasters of the year.
• Deadly Earthquake in Georgia A powerful earthquake strikes Georgia, causing widespread destruction and claiming at least 360 lives, highlighting the region's seismic vulnerability.
• Devastating Tornado Outbreak in Central United States A severe weather event produces 70 tornadoes across the central United States, resulting in 17 fatalities. The most destructive tornado strikes Andover, Kansas, causing significant damage and loss of life.
• Space Shuttle Discovery Mission STS-39 NASA's Space Shuttle Discovery launches from Cape Canaveral to conduct research on instruments related to the Strategic Defense Initiative. The mission concludes on May 6, contributing to ongoing space and defense technology research.
• Björn Borg's Comeback Attempt Falls Short Tennis legend Björn Borg loses 6-2, 6-3 to Jordi Arrese in his return to professional tennis after an 8-year hiatus, demonstrating the challenges of returning to top-level competition.
• Gordon Greenidge's Final Test Cricket Performance Gordon Greenidge scores an impressive 223 runs against Australia in his last Test Cricket match at home, marking the end of a significant chapter in his cricket career.
• Finland's Youngest Prime Minister Esko Aho, at just 36 years old, becomes the youngest Prime Minister in Finnish history, representing a generational shift in the country's political leadership.
• Political Transition in Iceland Prime Minister Steingrímur Hermannsson resigns following an inconclusive parliamentary election. He is succeeded by Davíð Oddsson on April 30, marking a shift in Iceland's political leadership.

Events in 1991

April 23, 1991: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Apr. 23, 1991

Newspapers from Apr. 23, 1991

April 23, 1991 was a Tuesday and it was the 113th day of the year 1991 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 23, 1991 can also be written as 4/23/1991 in the US and as 23/4/1991 in UK and Europe.

April 23, 1991 in April 1991 calendar

Famous people born on April 23, 1991:

• Britt Baker

  Professional wrestler in AEW (All Elite Wrestling), known for her charismatic persona and dental background.

• Caleb Johnson

  American Idol winner and rock musician known for his powerful vocal performances and alternative rock style.

• Jen Messelier

Famous people born in 1991

Famous people born on April 23rd

Famous people died on April 23, 1991:

• Johnny Thunders

  Influential punk rock guitarist and singer-songwriter who was a member of the New York Dolls and The Heartbreakers.

Famous people who died in 1991

Famous people who died on April 23rd

April 23, 1991: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 23, 1991 was Baby Baby by Amy Grant, according to the music chart for the week April 22nd and April 28th.

1. Amy Grant - Baby Baby
2. Roxette - Joyride
3. Wilson Phillips - You're In Love
4. Hi-Five - I Like The Way (The Kissing Game)
5. C & C Music Factory - Here We Go

April 23, 1991: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 23, 1991 was The One And Only by Chesney Hawkes, according to the music chart for the week April 22nd and April 28th.

1. Chesney Hawkes - The One And Only
2. James - Sit Down
3. The Waterboys - The Whole Of The Moon
4. Cher - The Shoop Shoop Song (It's In His Kiss)
5. Rod Stewart - Rhythm Of My Heart

April 23, 1991: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 23, 1991 was Whatever You Want by Tony Toni Tone, according to the music chart for the week April 22nd and April 28th.

1. Tony Toni Tone - Whatever You Want
2. Christopher Williams - I'm Dreamin' (From "New Jack City")
3. Teddy Pendergrass - It Should've Been You
4. Diana Ross & Al B. Sure! - No Matter What You Do
5. Phil Perry - Call Me

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 23rd is Taurus.

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Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 23, 1991: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 23, 1991 is Goat and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 23, 1991 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 23, 1991 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 April 23, 1991 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 79% full, rising at 02:33 pm and setting at 03:41 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 30, 1991 while the next full moon would come on Apr 28, 1991.

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Your place in the Universe on April 23, 1991

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Someone born on April 23, 1991 is:

34 years old,

or 408 months

or 1774 weeks and 1 day old,

or 12419 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 23, 1991?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 23, 1991.

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