What happened on Friday November 25, 1960?

Here's what happened on November 25, 1960:

• Assassination of the Mirabal Sisters The three Dominican sisters, Patria, Minerva, and Maria Teresa Mirabal, were prominent activists and political dissidents who opposed the brutal dictatorship of Rafael Trujillo in the Dominican Republic. On this date, they were brutally murdered by Trujillo's secret police, with their deaths staged to appear as an accident. Their assassination became a pivotal moment in the resistance against Trujillo's regime and later inspired international movements against political violence.
• First Atomic Research Reactor Opens in Richland The first atomic reactor dedicated to research and development begins operations in Richland, Washington. This facility represents a significant milestone in the United States' nuclear research capabilities, potentially contributing to advancements in nuclear science, energy, and military technology during the Cold War era.
• Final Broadcast of "Amos 'n' Andy" The legendary radio show "Amos 'n' Andy" airs its final broadcast, marking the end of a significant era in American radio entertainment. The show, known for its controversial racial stereotyping, had been a popular comedy program since the late 1920s.
• CBS Ends Radio Soap Operas CBS terminates its last four radio soap operas: Ma Perkins, Right to Happiness, Young Dr. Malone, and 2nd Mrs. Burton. Additionally, the network cancels four other series, signaling the declining era of radio drama and the rising dominance of television entertainment.
• Birth of Amy Grant Amy Grant, a prominent gospel and contemporary Christian music singer, is born. She would later become known for hit songs like "Baby Baby" and "Every Heartbeat", playing a significant role in bringing contemporary Christian music to mainstream audiences.

Events in 1960

November 25, 1960: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Nov. 25, 1960

Newspapers from Nov. 25, 1960

November 25, 1960 was a Friday and it was the 330th day of the year 1960 in the Gregorian calendar.

November 25, 1960 can also be written as 11/25/1960 in the US and as 25/11/1960 in UK and Europe.

November 25, 1960 in November 1960 calendar

Famous people born on November 25, 1960:

• Amy Grant

  Pioneering Christian pop artist who transformed contemporary Christian music in the 1980s and 1990s.

• John F Kennedy Jr

  Son of President John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, known for his charismatic public persona and tragic death in a plane crash.

• John Fitzgerald Kennedy Jr.
• Gian Carlo Perego
• Robert Dunlop

Famous people born in 1960

Famous people born on November 25th

Famous people died on November 25, 1960:

• Sorelle Mirabal
• Raffaello Delle Nocche
• Bud Duncan

Famous people who died in 1960

Famous people who died on November 25th

November 25, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on November 25, 1960 was Stay by Maurice Williams & The Zodiacs, according to the music chart for the week November 21st and November 27th.

1. Maurice Williams & The Zodiacs - Stay
2. Elvis Presley - Are You Lonesome To-Night?
3. Johnny Tillotson - Poetry In Motion
4. Floyd Cramer - Last Date
5. Ray Charles - Georgia On My Mind

November 25, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on November 25, 1960 was It's Now Or Never by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week November 21st and November 27th.

1. Elvis Presley - It's Now Or Never
2. Shirley Bassey - As Long As He Needs Me
3. Roy Orbison - Only The Lonely
4. Johnny & The Hurricanes - Rocking Goose
5. Johnny Burnette - Dreamin'

November 25, 1960: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on November 25, 1960 was Let's Go, Let's Go, Let's Go by Hank Ballard And The Midnighters, according to the music chart for the week November 21st and November 27th.

1. Hank Ballard And The Midnighters - Let's Go, Let's Go, Let's Go
2. Jerry Butler - He Will Break Your Heart
3. The Drifters - Save The Last Dance For Me
4. Ray Charles - Georgia On My Mind
5. Floyd Cramer - Last Date

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for November 25th is Sagittarius.

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Babies born in November are either Scorpio or Sagittarius. People born before November 21st are Scorpio, while people born from November 22nd have the sign of Sagittarius.

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November 25, 1960: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for November 25, 1960 is Rat and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on November 25, 1960 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on November 25, 1960 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 November 25, 1960 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 56% full, rising at 12:34 pm and setting at 11:58 pm.

The previous full moon was on Nov 03, 1960 while the next full moon would come on Dec 03, 1960.

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Someone born on November 25, 1960 is:

64 years 6 months old,

or 774 months and 12 days old,

or 3367 weeks

or 23569 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on November 25, 1960?

There are 172 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday November 25th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on November 25, 1960?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on November 25, 1960.

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