What happened on Thursday December 26, 1991?

Here's what happened on December 26, 1991:

• Dissolution of the Soviet Union The Supreme Soviet of the Soviet Union formally meets and dissolves the Soviet Union, marking the official end of the Cold War and dramatically transforming global geopolitical dynamics.
• Mount Pinatubo Eruption Mount Pinatubo, a volcano in the Philippines, experiences a significant eruption, which would have major environmental and climatic consequences in the region.
• Sikh Militant Attack in India A tragic terrorist incident occurs where militant Sikhs kill 55 people and wound 70 in a violent attack, highlighting ongoing sectarian tensions in India.
• Chuck Noll Retires from NFL Coaching Chuck Noll concludes his legendary NFL coaching career after 23 years, primarily with the Pittsburgh Steelers, leaving an indelible mark on professional football.
• Jack Ruby's Gun Sold at Auction The gun used by Jack Ruby to kill Lee Harvey Oswald is sold at auction for US$220,000, drawing renewed interest in the historic assassination of President John F. Kennedy.
• NHL Game Ends in Dramatic Tie New York Islanders' Derek King scores a remarkable last-second goal to tie the game against the New Jersey Devils with just half a second remaining on the clock.
• University of South Australia Founded The University of South Australia is established, contributing to the educational landscape and research capabilities of the region.
• Princeton University Impostor Exposed James Hogue is revealed as an impostor at Princeton University, uncovering a complex case of identity fraud in an academic setting.
• Mappleton Sea Defences Construction Sea defences are constructed at Mappleton to protect the village from intense coastal erosion, representing a critical environmental protection and infrastructure development project.

Events in 1991

December 26, 1991: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Dec. 26, 1991

Newspapers from Dec. 26, 1991

December 26, 1991 was a Thursday and it was the 360th day of the year 1991 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 26, 1991 can also be written as 12/26/1991 in the US and as 26/12/1991 in UK and Europe.

December 26, 1991 in December 1991 calendar

Famous people born on December 26, 1991:

• Eden Sher

  American actress best known for her role as Sue Heck on the popular ABC sitcom 'The Middle', which ran from 2009 to 2018.

• Marisa Siketa

Famous people born in 1991

Famous people born on December 26th

December 26, 1991: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 26, 1991 was Black Or White by Michael Jackson, according to the music chart for the week December 23rd and December 29th.

1. Michael Jackson - Black Or White
2. Boyz II Men - It's So Hard To Say Goodbye To Yesterday
3. Color Me Badd - All 4 Love
4. PM Dawn - Set Adrift On Memory Bliss
5. Michael Bolton - When A Man Loves A Woman

December 26, 1991: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 26, 1991 was Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me by George Michael & Elton John, according to the music chart for the week December 23rd and December 29th.

1. George Michael & Elton John - Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me
2. Diana Ross - When You Tell Me That You Love Me
3. Queen - Bohemian Rhapsody / These Are The Days Of Our Lives
4. The KLF featuring Tammy Wynette - Justified And Ancient
5. Michael Jackson - Black Or White

December 26, 1991: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 26, 1991 was I Love Your Smile by Shanice, according to the music chart for the week December 23rd and December 29th.

1. Shanice - I Love Your Smile
2. Fourplay Featuring El DeBarge - After The Dance
3. M.C. Hammer - 2 Legit 2 Quit
4. Gerald Levert - Private Line
5. Vanessa Williams - The Comfort Zone

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 26th 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 26, 1991: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 26, 1991 is Goat and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 26, 1991 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 26, 1991 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 26, 1991 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 54% full, rising at 10:00 pm and setting at 11:08 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 21, 1991 while the next full moon would come on Jan 19, 1992.

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Your place in the Universe on December 26, 1991

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Someone born on December 26, 1991 is:

33 years 5 months old,

or 401 months and 5 days old,

or 1744 weeks and 2 days old,

or 12210 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 26, 1991?

There are 209 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday December 26th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 26, 1991?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on December 26, 1991.

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