What happened on Sunday May 24, 1981?

Here's what happened on May 24, 1981:

• Tragic Death of Ecuadorian President Jaime Roldós Aguilera Ecuadorian President Jaime Roldós Aguilera, his wife, and his presidential committee tragically die in an aircraft accident while traveling from Quito to Zapotillo. The crash occurred shortly after the president delivered a significant speech commemorating the 24 de Mayo anniversary of the Battle of Pichincha.
• First International Women's Day for Disarmament Global observance of the inaugural International Women's Day focused on promoting peace and nuclear disarmament, highlighting women's role in international conflict resolution.
• Bobby Unser's Controversial Indianapolis 500 Victory Bobby Unser wins the Indianapolis 500 in a highly controversial race, with complex circumstances surrounding his victory that would later be disputed.
• Barcelona Central Bank Hostage Situation Resolved A tense hostage situation at the Central Bank in Barcelona, Spain, is successfully concluded, though specific details of the resolution are not provided.
• Kathy Hite Wins LPGA Corning Golf Classic Professional golfer Kathy Hite secures victory at the LPGA Corning Golf Classic, demonstrating her skill in women's professional golf.

Events in 1981

May 24, 1981: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 24, 1981

Newspapers from May. 24, 1981

May 24, 1981 was a Sunday and it was the 144th day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 24, 1981 can also be written as 5/24/1981 in the US and as 24/5/1981 in UK and Europe.

May 24, 1981 in May 1981 calendar

Famous people born on May 24, 1981:

• Andy Lee

  Popular Australian comedian, actor, and screenwriter known for his television and stand-up comedy work.

• David Fray
• Simone Rugiati

Famous people born in 1981

Famous people born on May 24th

Famous people died on May 24, 1981:

• Herbert Müller

  Swiss professional race car driver who competed in Formula One and tragically died during a racing event in 1981.

• Jaime Roldós Aguilera

Famous people who died in 1981

Famous people who died on May 24th

May 24, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 24, 1981 was Bette Davis Eyes by Kim Carnes, according to the music chart for the week May 18th and May 24th.

1. Kim Carnes - Bette Davis Eyes
2. Smokey Robinson - Being With You
3. Grover Washington Jr. - Just The Two Of Us
4. Juice Newton - Angel Of The Morning
5. Stars On 45 - Medley

May 24, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 24, 1981 was Stand And Deliver by Adam & The Ants, according to the music chart for the week May 18th and May 24th.

1. Adam & The Ants - Stand And Deliver
2. Starsound - Stars On 45
3. Shakin' Stevens - You Drive Me Crazy
4. Ennio Morricone - Chi Mai (Theme From 'Life And Times Of David Lloyd George')
5. Bucks Fizz - Making Your Mind Up

May 24, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 24, 1981 was A Woman Needs Love (Just Like You Do) by Ray Parker Jr. & Raydio, according to the music chart for the week May 18th and May 24th.

1. Ray Parker Jr. & Raydio - A Woman Needs Love (Just Like You Do)
2. Chaka Khan - What Cha' Gonna Do For Me
3. A Taste Of Honey - Sukiyaki
4. Rick James - Give It To Me Baby
5. Atlantic Starr - When Love Calls

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 24th 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 24, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 24, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 24, 1981 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 24, 1981 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 24, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 63% full, rising at 12:12 am and setting at 11:12 am.

The previous full moon was on May 19, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Jun 17, 1981.

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Your place in the Universe on May 24, 1981

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Someone born on May 24, 1981 is:

43 years 11 months old,

or 527 months and 20 days old,

or 2294 weeks and 3 days old,

or 16061 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 24, 1981?

There are 10 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday May 24th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 24, 1981?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 24, 1981.

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