What happened on Sunday May 25, 1986?

Here's what happened on May 25, 1986:

• Live Aid Concert A massive global benefit concert was watched by 30 million people, raising awareness and funds for humanitarian causes.
• Ferry Boat Tragedy in Bangladesh The ferry boat Shamia sank on the Maghna River in Bangladesh, resulting in a devastating maritime disaster that claimed 600 lives.
• Colombian Presidential Election Virgilio Barco was elected as the President of Colombia, marking a significant moment in the country's democratic process.
• 70th Indianapolis 500 Race The 70th Indianapolis 500 race was held in Indianapolis, Indiana, with a 1986 Corvette convertible serving as the official pace car. The car was driven by retired Air Force General Chuck Yeager and was awarded to the race winner, Bobby Rahal.
• Remarkable Golf Achievement A 95-year-old woman achieved a remarkable hole-in-one at a golf course in Florida, demonstrating exceptional skill and resilience.

Events in 1986

May 25, 1986: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 25, 1986

Newspapers from May. 25, 1986

May 25, 1986 was a Sunday and it was the 145th day of the year 1986 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 25, 1986 can also be written as 5/25/1986 in the US and as 25/5/1986 in UK and Europe.

May 25, 1986 in May 1986 calendar

Famous people born on May 25, 1986:

• Geraint Thomas

  Welsh professional cyclist who won the Tour de France in 2018, a significant achievement in the world of professional cycling.

Famous people born in 1986

Famous people born on May 25th

Famous people died on May 25, 1986:

• Carlo Betocchi

Famous people who died in 1986

Famous people who died on May 25th

May 25, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 25, 1986 was Greatest Love Of All by Whitney Houston, according to the music chart for the week May 19th and May 25th.

1. Whitney Houston - Greatest Love Of All
2. Madonna - Live To Tell
3. Patti LaBelle - On My Own
4. Pet Shop Boys - West End Girls
5. Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark - If You Leave

May 25, 1986: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 25, 1986 was The Chicken Song by Spitting Image, according to the music chart for the week May 19th and May 25th.

1. Spitting Image - The Chicken Song
2. Patti LaBelle & Michael McDonald - On My Own
3. Falco - Rock Me Amadeus
4. Level 42 - Lessons In Love
5. Madonna - Live To Tell

May 25, 1986: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 25, 1986 was On My Own by Patti LaBelle & Michael McDonald, according to the music chart for the week May 19th and May 25th.

1. Patti LaBelle & Michael McDonald - On My Own
2. The S.O.S. Band - The Finest
3. Whitney Houston - Greatest Love Of All
4. Atlantic Starr - If Your Heart Isn't In It
5. Stephanie Mills - I Have Learned To Respect The Power Of Love

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 25th 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 25, 1986: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 25, 1986 is Tiger and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 25, 1986 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 25, 1986 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 25, 1986 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 89% full, rising at 09:51 pm and setting at 07:46 am.

The previous full moon was on May 23, 1986 while the next full moon would come on Jun 22, 1986.

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Your place in the Universe on May 25, 1986

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Someone born on May 25, 1986 is:

38 years 11 months old,

or 467 months and 28 days old,

or 2034 weeks and 5 days old,

or 14243 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 25, 1986?

There are 2 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 25th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 25, 1986?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 25, 1986.

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