What happened on Tuesday April 30, 1985?

Here's what happened on April 30, 1985:

• Charles Francis Richter - Seismology Pioneer Charles Francis Richter, the renowned American seismologist best known for developing the Richter scale used to measure earthquake magnitudes, is commemorated on this date. His groundbreaking work revolutionized our understanding of seismic activity and geological measurements.
• Terrorist Bombing in Ürümqi A devastating bomb blast in Ürümqi, China, results in three fatalities and injures 79 people, highlighting regional tensions and security challenges.
• French Nuclear Testing in Pacific France conducts a nuclear test at Muruora Island in French Polynesia, continuing its controversial nuclear testing program in the Pacific region. These tests were part of France's nuclear weapons development strategy during the Cold War era.
• End of South African Newspaper Publication The final edition of the Brink Daily Mail and Sunday Express is published in South Africa, marking the end of a significant media outlet during the apartheid era.
• Dale Murphy Baseball Achievement Baseball player Dale Murphy sets a record by driving in 28th and 29th runs during the month of April, showcasing his exceptional batting performance.

Events in 1985

April 30, 1985: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Apr. 30, 1985

Newspapers from Apr. 30, 1985

April 30, 1985 was a Tuesday and it was the 120th day of the year 1985 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 30, 1985 can also be written as 4/30/1985 in the US and as 30/4/1985 in UK and Europe.

April 30, 1985 in April 1985 calendar

Famous people born on April 30, 1985:

• Gal Gadot

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• Brian Baker (tennis)
• Elena Fanchini
• Zahra Nemati
• Brandon Bass
• Michael Mørkøv

Famous people born in 1985

Famous people born on April 30th

Famous people died on April 30, 1985:

• Alberto Bragaglia
• Mike Sangster
• Jules White

Famous people who died in 1985

Famous people who died on April 30th

April 30, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 30, 1985 was We Are The World by USA for Africa, according to the music chart for the week April 29th and May 5th.

1. USA for Africa - We Are The World
2. Madonna - Crazy For You
3. DeBarge - Rhythm Of The Night
4. Simple Minds - Don't You (Forget About Me)
5. Murray Head - One Night In Bangkok

April 30, 1985: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 30, 1985 was Everybody Wants To Rule The World by Tears For Fears, according to the music chart for the week April 29th and May 5th.

1. Tears For Fears - Everybody Wants To Rule The World
2. USA For Africa - We Are The World
3. Philip Bailey With Phil Collins - Easy Lover
4. Phyllis Nelson - Move Closer
5. Frankie Goes To Hollywood - Welcome To The Pleasuredome

April 30, 1985: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 30, 1985 was We Are The World by USA For Africa, according to the music chart for the week April 29th and May 5th.

1. USA For Africa - We Are The World
2. Debarge - Rhythm Of the Night
3. Mary Jane Girls - In My House
4. Kool & The Gang - Fresh
5. Sade - Smooth Operator

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 30th is Taurus.

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Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 30, 1985: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 30, 1985 is Ox and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 30, 1985 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 30, 1985 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 April 30, 1985 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 82% full, rising at 02:52 pm and setting at 04:21 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 05, 1985 while the next full moon would come on May 04, 1985.

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Your place in the Universe on April 30, 1985

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Someone born on April 30, 1985 is:

40 years and 14 days old,

or 480 months and 14 days old,

or 2089 weeks and 1 day old,

or 14624 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 30, 1985?

There are 351 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday April 30th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 30, 1985?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 30, 1985.

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