What happened on Tuesday December 24, 1963?

Here's what happened on December 24, 1963:

• John F. Kennedy International Airport Dedication A formal dedication ceremony was held at 11:00 AM to officially inaugurate John F. Kennedy International Airport, renaming the former Idlewild Airport in honor of the recently assassinated president.
• Ethnic Tensions in Cyprus Violent riots erupted between Greek and Turkish communities in Cyprus, highlighting the ongoing intercommunal conflict and tensions on the island during this period.
• Deadly Train Collision in Hungary A catastrophic train collision occurred at the Paládicspuszta rail station in Szolnok, Hungary, resulting in 45 fatalities. The accident was one of the most significant railway disasters in Hungary during 1963.

Events in 1963

December 24, 1963: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Dec. 24, 1963

Newspapers from Dec. 24, 1963

December 24, 1963 was a Tuesday and it was the 358th day of the year 1963 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 24, 1963 can also be written as 12/24/1963 in the US and as 24/12/1963 in UK and Europe.

December 24, 1963 in December 1963 calendar

Famous people born on December 24, 1963:

• Caroline Aherne

  Renowned British comedian, actress, and writer best known for her iconic role in 'The Royle Family' and her sharp comedic talent.

• Donna Tartt

  Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist known for her critically acclaimed works 'The Secret History' and 'The Goldfinch'.

• Jay Bilas

  Former basketball player and prominent ESPN college basketball analyst known for his insightful commentary.

Famous people born in 1963

Famous people born on December 24th

Famous people died on December 24, 1963:

• Mariano Arrate

Famous people who died in 1963

Famous people who died on December 24th

December 24, 1963: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 24, 1963 was Dominique by The Singing Nun, according to the music chart for the week December 23rd and December 29th.

1. The Singing Nun - Dominique
2. Bobby Vinton - There! I've Said It Again
3. The Kingsmen - Louie Louie
4. Lenny Welch - Since I Fell For You
5. The Caravelles - You Don't Have To Be A Baby To Cry

December 24, 1963: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 24, 1963 was I Want To Hold Your Hand by The Beatles, according to the music chart for the week December 23rd and December 29th.

1. The Beatles - I Want To Hold Your Hand
2. The Beatles - She Loves You
3. Freddie & The Dreamers - You Were Made For Me
4. Dave Clark Five - Glad All Over
5. Kathy Kirby - Secret Love

December 24, 1963: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 24, 1963 was Louie Louie by The Kingsmen, according to the music chart for the week December 23rd and December 29th.

1. The Kingsmen - Louie Louie
2. The Impressions - It's All Right
3. The Marvelettes - As Long As I Know He's Mine
4. Jerry Butler - Need To Belong
5. Solomon Burke - You're Good For Me

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 24th 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 24, 1963: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 24, 1963 is Rabbit and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 24, 1963 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 24, 1963 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 24, 1963 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 65% full, rising at 12:43 pm and setting at 01:21 am.

The previous full moon was on Nov 30, 1963 while the next full moon would come on Dec 30, 1963.

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Your place in the Universe on December 24, 1963

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Someone born on December 24, 1963 is:

61 years 4 months old,

or 736 months and 20 days old,

or 3203 weeks and 1 day old,

or 22422 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 24, 1963?

There are 224 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday December 24th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 24, 1963?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on December 24, 1963.

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