What happened on Friday July 23, 1993?

Here's what happened on July 23, 1993:

• Murder of James Jordan James Jordan, father of basketball legend Michael Jordan, was murdered in Lumberton, North Carolina, in a tragic event that shocked the sports world and Jordan's family.
• Candelária Massacre in Rio de Janeiro Brazilian police officers killed eight street children in a horrific act of violence at the Candelária Church in Rio de Janeiro, highlighting systemic issues of police brutality and child rights violations in Brazil.
• China Northwest Airlines Flight 2119 Crash China Northwest Airlines Flight 2119 crashed during takeoff from Yinchuan Xihuayuan Airport in Ningxia, China, resulting in the tragic loss of 55 lives. The accident underscored ongoing aviation safety challenges in the region.
• Asiana Airlines Flight 733 Crash Asiana Airlines Flight 733 crashed into Mt. Ungeo in Haenam, South Korea, resulting in 68 fatalities and highlighting ongoing challenges in aviation safety.
• Miguel Indurain Wins Tour de France Spanish cyclist Miguel Indurain secured victory in the 1993 Tour de France, further solidifying his reputation as one of the greatest cyclists of his era.
• Chris Boardman Sets World Record British cyclist Chris Boardman set a new world record for the one-hour distance, demonstrating exceptional athletic achievement in cycling.
• Mark Hutton's MLB Debut Mark Hutton became the first Australian starting pitcher in New York Yankees history, leading the team to a 5-2 victory against the Angels and contributing to a three-way tie for first place.

Events in 1993

July 23, 1993: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jul. 23, 1993

Newspapers from Jul. 23, 1993

July 23, 1993: What were the main match results that day?

Le Championnat - Football (France)

• Nantes - Monaco : 1 - 0

July 23, 1993 was a Friday and it was the 204th day of the year 1993 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 23, 1993 can also be written as 7/23/1993 in the US and as 23/7/1993 in UK and Europe.

July 23, 1993 in July 1993 calendar

Famous people born on July 23, 1993:

• Lili Simmons

Famous people born in 1993

Famous people born on July 23rd

Famous people died on July 23, 1993:

• Duke Jordan

  Renowned jazz pianist and composer known for his significant contributions to bebop and hard bop styles during the mid-20th century.

Famous people who died in 1993

Famous people who died on July 23rd

July 23, 1993: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 23, 1993 was Can't Help Falling In Love by UB40, according to the music chart for the week July 19th and July 25th.

1. UB40 - Can't Help Falling In Love
2. SWV - Weak
3. Tag Team - Whoomp! There It Is
4. Janet Jackson - That's The Way Love Goes
5. H-Town - Knockin' Da Boots

July 23, 1993: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 23, 1993 was Dreams by Gabrielle, according to the music chart for the week July 19th and July 25th.

1. Gabrielle - Dreams
2. Haddaway - What Is Love
3. Take That - Pray
4. Chaka Demus & Pliers - Tease Me
5. 4 Non Blondes - What's Up?

July 23, 1993: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 23, 1993 was Lately by Jodeci, according to the music chart for the week July 19th and July 25th.

1. Jodeci - Lately
2. Tag Team - Whoomp! (There It Is)
3. U.N.V. - Something's Goin' On
4. SWV - Weak
5. Silk - Lose Control/Girl U For Me

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 23rd is Leo.

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Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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July 23, 1993: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 23, 1993 is Rooster and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 23, 1993 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 23, 1993 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 July 23, 1993 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 27% full, rising at 10:43 am and setting at 10:34 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 03, 1993 while the next full moon would come on Aug 02, 1993.

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Your place in the Universe on July 23, 1993

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Someone born on July 23, 1993 is:

31 years 9 months old,

or 381 months

or 1656 weeks and 5 days old,

or 11597 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 23, 1993?

There are 91 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday July 23rd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 23, 1993?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on July 23, 1993.

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