What happened on Friday May 29, 1981?

Here's what happened on May 29, 1981:

• United States Nuclear Test in Nevada On May 29, 1981, the United States conducted a nuclear weapons test at the Nevada Test Site, continuing its Cold War-era nuclear weapons development and testing program. These underground nuclear tests were part of ongoing efforts to maintain and advance the country's nuclear capabilities during a period of heightened geopolitical tensions with the Soviet Union.

Events in 1981

May 29, 1981: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 29, 1981

Newspapers from May. 29, 1981

May 29, 1981 was a Friday and it was the 149th day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 29, 1981 can also be written as 5/29/1981 in the US and as 29/5/1981 in UK and Europe.

May 29, 1981 in May 1981 calendar

Famous people born on May 29, 1981:

• Laura Bailey

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• Kelen Coleman

  Kelen Coleman is an accomplished American actress known for her notable roles in HBO's 'The Newsroom' and CBS's 'The Big Bang Theory',...

• Anders Holm

  Anders Holm is an American comedian and actor best known for his starring role in the Comedy Central series 'Workaholics', which gained...

• Justin Chon

  Justin Chon is an American actor, director, and filmmaker known for his roles in independent films and his work exploring Asian-American...

• Andrey Arshavin

  Andrey Arshavin is a former Russian professional footballer who played as an attacking midfielder, most notably for Zenit Saint Petersburg...

• Laura Sánchez (model)

  Laura Sánchez is a prominent Spanish model recognized for her work in high-profile fashion and beauty campaigns, representing top...

• Victoria Legrand

  Victoria Legrand is a musician known for her work in the indie rock band Beach House, contributing to the dream pop and indie music scenes.

• Fernanda Motta

Famous people born in 1981

Famous people born on May 29th

Famous people died on May 29, 1981:

• Song Qingling

Famous people who died in 1981

Famous people who died on May 29th

May 29, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 29, 1981 was Bette Davis Eyes by Kim Carnes, according to the music chart for the week May 25th and May 31st.

1. Kim Carnes - Bette Davis Eyes
2. Smokey Robinson - Being With You
3. Stars On 45 - Medley
4. Taste Of Honey, A - Sukiyaki
5. REO Speedwagon - Take It On The Run

May 29, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 29, 1981 was Stand And Deliver by Adam & The Ants, according to the music chart for the week May 25th and May 31st.

1. Adam & The Ants - Stand And Deliver
2. Starsound - Stars On 45
3. Shakin' Stevens - You Drive Me Crazy
4. Ennio Morricone - Chi Mai (Theme From 'Life And Times Of David Lloyd George')
5. Bucks Fizz - Making Your Mind Up

May 29, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 29, 1981 was What Cha' Gonna Do For Me by Chaka Khan, according to the music chart for the week May 25th and May 31st.

1. Chaka Khan - What Cha' Gonna Do For Me
2. Ray Parker Jr. & Raydio - A Woman Needs Love (Just Like You Do)
3. Rick James - Give It To Me Baby
4. A Taste Of Honey - Sukiyaki
5. The Gap Band - Yearning For Your Love

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 29th is Gemini.

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Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 29, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 29, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 29, 1981 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 29, 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 May 29, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 10% full, rising at 03:12 am and setting at 04:55 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 19, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Jun 17, 1981.

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Your place in the Universe on May 29, 1981

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Someone born on May 29, 1981 is:

43 years 11 months old,

or 527 months and 15 days old,

or 2293 weeks and 5 days old,

or 16056 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 29, 1981?

There are 15 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 29th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 29, 1981?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 29, 1981.

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