What happened on Wednesday November 25, 1981?

Here's what happened on November 25, 1981:

• Cardinal Ratzinger's Vatican Appointment Pope John Paul II appointed Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger (who would later become Pope Benedict XVI) as Prefect of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, a significant position within the Vatican's doctrinal leadership.
• Seychelles Airport Coup Attempt A group of mercenaries led by Mike Hoare attempted a coup by taking over Mahe airport in the Seychelles. Most of the mercenaries managed to escape using a commandeered Air India passenger jet, though six were later arrested.
• Xabi Alonso Birth Xabi Alonso, a renowned Spanish international footballer who would later become a world-class midfielder for Liverpool, Real Madrid, and the Spanish national team, is born.
• Rollie Fingers Makes Baseball History Rollie Fingers becomes the first relief pitcher in American League history to win the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award, a groundbreaking moment for relief pitchers in baseball.
• Birth of Bush Twins Barbara and Jenna Bush, daughters of future U.S. President George W. Bush, are born. They would later become notable public figures and subjects of media attention.

Events in 1981

November 25, 1981: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Nov. 25, 1981

Newspapers from Nov. 25, 1981

November 25, 1981 was a Wednesday and it was the 329th day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.

November 25, 1981 can also be written as 11/25/1981 in the US and as 25/11/1981 in UK and Europe.

November 25, 1981 in November 1981 calendar

Famous people born on November 25, 1981:

• Xabi Alonso

  Xabi Alonso is a legendary Spanish soccer midfielder who played for top clubs like Liverpool, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, known for his...

• Jenna Bush

  Daughter of former US President George W. Bush and First Lady Laura Bush, Jenna is a journalist, author, and television personality.

• Barbara Pierce Bush

  Co-founder and board chair of Global Health Corps, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving healthcare access and equity.

• Jared Jeffries

  American professional basketball player who played in the NBA for multiple teams, including the New York Knicks and Washington Wizards.

• Maurício Rua

  Brazilian mixed martial artist known for his impressive performances in UFC and Pride Fighting Championships.

• Pretty Lights
• Amy Seimetz

Famous people born in 1981

Famous people born on November 25th

Famous people died on November 25, 1981:

• Jack Albertson

  Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor best known for his role in the TV series 'Chico and the Man' and his memorable performance in the film...

• Romain Bellenger
• Morris Kirksey
• Achille Saitta

Famous people who died in 1981

Famous people who died on November 25th

November 25, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on November 25, 1981 was Physical by Olivia Newton-John, according to the music chart for the week November 23rd and November 29th.

1. Olivia Newton-John - Physical
2. Foreigner - Waiting For A Girl Like You
3. Daryl Hall & John Oates - Private Eyes
4. The Police - Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic
5. Air Supply - Here I Am (Just When I Thought I Was Over You)

November 25, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on November 25, 1981 was Under Pressure by Queen & David Bowie, according to the music chart for the week November 23rd and November 29th.

1. Queen & David Bowie - Under Pressure
2. Julio Iglesias - Begin The Beguine (Volver A Empezar)
3. The Police - Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic
4. Altered Images - Happy Birthday
5. Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark - Joan Of Arc

November 25, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on November 25, 1981 was Let's Groove by Earth, Wind & Fire, according to the music chart for the week November 23rd and November 29th.

1. Earth, Wind & Fire - Let's Groove
2. Kool & The Gang - Take My Heart (You Can Have It If You Want It)
3. Prince - Controversy
4. Roger - I Heard It Through The Grapevine
5. George Benson - Turn Your Love Around

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, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for November 25, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on November 25, 1981 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on November 25, 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 November 25, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 05:43 am and setting at 04:54 pm.

The previous full moon was on Nov 11, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Dec 11, 1981.

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Your place in the Universe on November 25, 1981

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Someone born on November 25, 1981 is:

43 years 5 months old,

or 521 months and 19 days old,

or 2268 weeks

or 15876 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on November 25, 1981?

There are 195 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, 1981?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on November 25, 1981.

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