What happened on Thursday December 23, 1976?

Here's what happened on December 23, 1976:

• Murara Volcano Eruption in Zaire On December 23, 1976, a significant geological event occurred with the eruption of the Murara volcano in eastern Zaire (now Democratic Republic of the Congo). This volcanic event marked the emergence of a new volcanic formation in the region, potentially altering the local landscape and posing potential risks to nearby communities.

Events in 1976

December 23, 1976: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Dec. 23, 1976

Newspapers from Dec. 23, 1976

December 23, 1976 was a Thursday and it was the 358th day of the year 1976 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 23, 1976 can also be written as 12/23/1976 in the US and as 23/12/1976 in UK and Europe.

December 23, 1976 in December 1976 calendar

Famous people born on December 23, 1976:

• Brad Lidge

  Major League Baseball pitcher who played for teams like the Houston Astros and Philadelphia Phillies, known for his exceptional closing...

• Jamie Noble

  Professional wrestler known for his performances in WWE and independent circuits, with a distinctive high-flying wrestling style.

• Mikael Samuelsson

  Professional ice hockey player who competed in the NHL for multiple teams, including the Detroit Red Wings and Vancouver Canucks.

Famous people born in 1976

Famous people born on December 23rd

Famous people died on December 23, 1976:

• Frank Forest

Famous people who died in 1976

Famous people who died on December 23rd

December 23, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 23, 1976 was Tonight's The Night (Gonna Be Alright) by Rod Stewart, according to the music chart for the week December 20th and December 26th.

1. Rod Stewart - Tonight's The Night (Gonna Be Alright)
2. Marilyn McCoo & Billy Davis Jr. - You Don't Have To Be A Star (To Be In My Show)
3. Spinners - The Rubberband Man
4. Leo Sayer - You Make Me Feel Like Dancing
5. Boston - More Than A Feeling

December 23, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 23, 1976 was Under The Moon Of Love by Showaddywaddy, according to the music chart for the week December 20th and December 26th.

1. Showaddywaddy - Under The Moon Of Love
2. Johnny Mathis - When A Child Is Born
3. Queen - Somebody To Love
4. Abba - Money Money Money
5. Electric Light Orchestra - Livin' Thing

December 23, 1976: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 23, 1976 was Car Wash by Rose Royce, according to the music chart for the week December 20th and December 26th.

1. Rose Royce - Car Wash
2. Brick - Dazz
3. The Sylvers - Hot Line
4. The Jacksons - Enjoy Yourself
5. Johnny Bristol - Do It To My Mind

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 23rd 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 23, 1976: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 23, 1976 is Dragon and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 23, 1976 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 23, 1976 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 23, 1976 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 19% full, rising at 09:02 am and setting at 08:56 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 06, 1976 while the next full moon would come on Jan 05, 1977.

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Your place in the Universe on December 23, 1976

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Someone born on December 23, 1976 is:

48 years 4 months old,

or 580 months

or 2521 weeks and 6 days old,

or 17653 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 23, 1976?

There are 244 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday December 23rd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 23, 1976?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on December 23, 1976.

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