What happened on Tuesday July 29, 1980?

Here's what happened on July 29, 1980:

• Devastating Earthquake in Nepal On July 29, 1980, a severe magnitude 6.6 earthquake struck western Nepal, resulting in tragic loss of life with 100-200 people killed, numerous injuries, and extensive infrastructure damage across the region.
• Iran's New Revolutionary Flag Following the Islamic Revolution, Iran officially adopted a new national flag symbolizing the significant political and cultural transformation that occurred during this pivotal period in the country's history.
• Fernando González: Chilean Tennis Player Profile Fernando González is a notable Chilean professional tennis player known for his powerful playing style and significant contributions to international tennis.

Events in 1980

July 29, 1980: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jul. 29, 1980

Newspapers from Jul. 29, 1980

July 29, 1980 was a Tuesday and it was the 211th day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 29, 1980 can also be written as 7/29/1980 in the US and as 29/7/1980 in UK and Europe.

July 29, 1980 in July 1980 calendar

Famous people born on July 29, 1980:

• Rachel Miner

  Rachel Miner is an accomplished American actress from a prominent theatrical family, with roots in theater direction and production.

• Fernando González

  Fernando González is a renowned Chilean tennis player famous for his powerful forehand and aggressive playing style.

• Ryan Braun

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Famous people born in 1980

Famous people born on July 29th

Famous people died on July 29, 1980:

• Georg Graf von Plettenberg
• Filipp Ivanovič Golikov

Famous people who died in 1980

Famous people who died on July 29th

July 29, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 29, 1980 was Magic by Olivia Newton-John, according to the music chart for the week July 28th and August 3rd.

1. Olivia Newton-John - Magic
2. Billy Joel - It's Still Rock And Roll To Me
3. Elton John - Little Jeannie
4. Spinners - Cupid/I've Loved You For A Long Time (Medley)
5. The Manhattans - Shining Star

July 29, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 29, 1980 was Xanadu by Olivia Newton-John & Electric Light Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week July 28th and August 3rd.

1. Olivia Newton-John & Electric Light Orchestra - Xanadu
2. Odyssey - Use It Up And Wear It Out
3. Stacy Lattisaw - Jump To The Beat
4. Don McLean - Crying
5. The Detroit Spinners - Cupid / I've Loved You For A Long Time

July 29, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 29, 1980 was One In A Million You by Larry Graham, according to the music chart for the week July 28th and August 3rd.

1. Larry Graham - One In A Million You
2. The S.O.S. Band - Take Your Time (Do It Right)
3. Diana Ross - Upside Down
4. The Fatback Band - Backstrokin'
5. The Spinners - Cupid/I've Loved You For A Long Time

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 29th is Leo.

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Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.

Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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July 29, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 29, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 29, 1980 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 29, 1980 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 July 29, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 90% full, rising at 09:39 pm and setting at 08:59 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 27, 1980 while the next full moon would come on Aug 26, 1980.

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Your place in the Universe on July 29, 1980

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Someone born on July 29, 1980 is:

44 years 9 months old,

or 537 months and 15 days old,

or 2337 weeks and 1 day old,

or 16360 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 29, 1980?

There are 76 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday July 29th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 29, 1980?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on July 29, 1980.

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