What happened on Saturday May 30, 1981?

Here's what happened on May 30, 1981:

• Assassination of Bangladesh President Ziaur Rahman President Ziaur Rahman was shot and killed by a group of rebel military officers in Chittagong, marking a significant political upheaval in Bangladesh's history. The assassination occurred during a period of political instability and military tensions within the country.
• Los Angeles Dodgers Attendance Milestone The Los Angeles Dodgers set a Major League Baseball record by reaching 1,000,000 game attendees in just 22 games, demonstrating the team's immense popularity and strong fan base during the early 1980s.
• Nightline Expands Broadcasting Schedule ABC News' late-night news program Nightline extended its weekly broadcast from 4 to 5 nights, reflecting the growing demand for in-depth news coverage during the early 1980s.
• Don Ashby Hockey Player Profile Don Ashby, a Canadian ice hockey player born in 1955, was active during the early 1980s, contributing to the sport's development in Canada.

Events in 1981

May 30, 1981: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 30, 1981

Newspapers from May. 30, 1981

May 30, 1981 was a Saturday and it was the 150th day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 30, 1981 can also be written as 5/30/1981 in the US and as 30/5/1981 in UK and Europe.

May 30, 1981 in May 1981 calendar

Famous people born on May 30, 1981:

• Amina (Star Academy)

  Amina is a Lebanese singer and reality TV star who gained popularity through her participation in the Star Academy show.

• Devendra Banhart

  Devendra Banhart is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist known for his unique indie folk music style and Megapuss project.

• Remy Ma

  Remy Ma is an influential American rapper known for her powerful lyrics, hit songs, and significant contributions to hip-hop.

• Gregory Michael

Famous people born in 1981

Famous people born on May 30th

Famous people died on May 30, 1981:

• Ziaur Rahman

  Prominent Bangladeshi military officer and political leader who served as the seventh president of Bangladesh, assassinated in 1981.

• Gwendolyn B. Bennett

Famous people who died in 1981

Famous people who died on May 30th

May 30, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 30, 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 30, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 30, 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 30, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 30, 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 30th 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 30, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 30, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 30, 1981 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 30, 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 30, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 3% full, rising at 03:46 am and setting at 06:10 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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Someone born on May 30, 1981 is:

43 years 11 months old,

or 527 months and 14 days old,

or 2293 weeks and 4 days old,

or 16055 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 30, 1981?

There are 17 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 30th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 30, 1981?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 30, 1981.

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