What happened on Sunday May 23, 1965?

Here's what happened on May 23, 1965:

• Deadly Pontoon Ferry Disaster in Malawi A catastrophic pontoon ferry accident occurred on the Shire River in Malawi, resulting in the tragic loss of 150 lives, highlighting the critical need for maritime safety regulations.
• Franz Jonas Elected President of Austria Franz Jonas was democratically elected as the President of Austria, marking an important moment in the country's post-World War II political landscape.
• Mickey Wright Wins LPGA Dallas Civitan Golf Open Professional golfer Mickey Wright secured victory at the LPGA Dallas Civitan Golf Open, further solidifying her reputation as a prominent female athlete in the 1960s.
• Woorkeri Venkat Raman - Indian Cricketer Woorkeri Venkat Raman was a notable Indian slow left-arm all-rounder cricket player who made significant contributions to Indian cricket during his era.

Events in 1965

May 23, 1965: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 23, 1965

Newspapers from May. 23, 1965

May 23, 1965 was a Sunday and it was the 143rd day of the year 1965 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 23, 1965 can also be written as 5/23/1965 in the US and as 23/5/1965 in UK and Europe.

May 23, 1965 in May 1965 calendar

Famous people born on May 23, 1965:

• Tom Tykwer

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• Melissa McBride

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• Kappei_Yamaguchi

Famous people born in 1965

Famous people born on May 23rd

Famous people died on May 23, 1965:

• David Smith
• Rosina Anselmi
• Gladys Davies
• Isabella Patricola

Famous people who died in 1965

Famous people who died on May 23rd

May 23, 1965: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 23, 1965 was Ticket To Ride by The Beatles, according to the music chart for the week May 17th and May 23rd.

1. The Beatles - Ticket To Ride
2. Herman's Hermits - Mrs. Brown You've Got A Lovely Daughter
3. Gary Lewis and the Playboys - Count Me In
4. The Beach Boys - Help Me, Rhonda
5. The Seekers - I'll Never Find Another You

May 23, 1965: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 23, 1965 was Ticket To Ride by The Beatles, according to the music chart for the week May 17th and May 23rd.

1. The Beatles - Ticket To Ride
2. Roger Miller - King Of The Road
3. Jackie Trent - Where Are You Now (My Love)
4. Peter & Gordon - True Love Ways
5. The Seekers - A World Of Our Own

May 23, 1965: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 23, 1965 was I'll Be Doggone by Marvin Gaye, according to the music chart for the week May 17th and May 23rd.

1. Marvin Gaye - I'll Be Doggone
2. The Supremes - Back In My Arms Again
3. Little Milton - We're Gonna Make It
4. The Miracles - Ooo Baby Baby
5. Gene Chandler - Nothing Can Stop Me

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 23rd 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 23, 1965: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 23, 1965 is Snake and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 23, 1965 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 23, 1965 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 23, 1965 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 39% full, rising at 02:01 am and setting at 01:27 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 15, 1965 while the next full moon would come on Jun 14, 1965.

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Your place in the Universe on May 23, 1965

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Someone born on May 23, 1965 is:

59 years 11 months old,

or 719 months and 21 days old,

or 3129 weeks and 3 days old,

or 21906 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 23, 1965?

There are 9 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 23rd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 23, 1965?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 23, 1965.

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