What happened on Thursday October 27, 1988?

Here's what happened on October 27, 1988:

• The Morris Worm: First Major Computer Virus Outbreak The Morris worm, created by Robert Tappan Morris, was the first significant computer virus that spread across the ARPANET, infecting thousands of computers and causing widespread disruption in computer networks. This event marked a critical moment in cybersecurity history, demonstrating the potential vulnerabilities of interconnected computer systems.
• Death of Curt Herzstark, Calculator Inventor Curt Herzstark, an Austrian engineer renowned for designing the Curta mechanical calculator, a groundbreaking portable calculating device used extensively during and after World War II, passed away. His invention was considered a marvel of precision engineering.
• Death of S.B. Fuller, Pioneering African American Entrepreneur S.B. Fuller, a prominent African American businessman and founder of Fuller Products Company, passed away at age 83. He was known for building a significant business empire during an era of racial segregation and was a notable figure in Black economic empowerment.
• Death of Charles Hawtrey, British Comedy Actor Charles Hawtry, a notable English actor known for his roles in the Carry On film series, passed away in London at the age of 73. He was a significant figure in British comedy during the mid-20th century.

Events in 1988

October 27, 1988: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Oct. 27, 1988

Newspapers from Oct. 27, 1988

October 27, 1988 was a Thursday and it was the 301st day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 27, 1988 can also be written as 10/27/1988 in the US and as 27/10/1988 in UK and Europe.

October 27, 1988 in October 1988 calendar

Famous people born on October 27, 1988:

• Evan Turner

  Professional basketball player who played in the NBA for multiple teams including the Portland Trail Blazers, Indiana Pacers, and Boston...

Famous people born in 1988

Famous people born on October 27th

Famous people died on October 27, 1988:

• Charles Hawtrey

  At 73, an english actor (carry on) dies in london.

• Giuseppina Modena

Famous people who died in 1988

Famous people who died on October 27th

October 27, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 27, 1988 was Groovy Kind Of Love by Phil Collins, according to the music chart for the week October 24th and October 30th.

1. Phil Collins - Groovy Kind Of Love
2. The Beach Boys - Kokomo
3. The Escape Club - Wild, Wild West
4. UB40 - Red Red Wine '88
5. Information Society - What's On Your Mind (Pure Energy)

October 27, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 27, 1988 was One Moment In Time by Whitney Houston, according to the music chart for the week October 24th and October 30th.

1. Whitney Houston - One Moment In Time
2. U2 - Desire
3. The Hollies - He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother
4. Enya - Orinoco Flow
5. Bobby McFerrin - Don't Worry, Be Happy

October 27, 1988: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 27, 1988 was The Way You Love Me by Karyn White, according to the music chart for the week October 24th and October 30th.

1. Karyn White - The Way You Love Me
2. Luther Vandross - Any Love
3. New Edition - You're Not My Kind Of Girl
4. Midnight Star Feat. Ecstacy Of Whodini - Don't Rock The Boat
5. Anita Baker - Giving You The Best That I Got

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 27th is Scorpio.

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Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 27, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 27, 1988 is Dragon and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 27, 1988 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 27, 1988 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 October 27, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 84% full, rising at 07:23 pm and setting at 11:36 am.

The previous full moon was on Oct 25, 1988 while the next full moon would come on Nov 23, 1988.

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Your place in the Universe on October 27, 1988

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Someone born on October 27, 1988 is:

36 years 5 months old,

or 437 months and 27 days old,

or 1903 weeks and 6 days old,

or 13327 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 27, 1988?

There are 187 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday October 27th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 27, 1988?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on October 27, 1988.

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