What happened on Sunday January 01, 1995?

Here's what happened on January 01, 1995:

• World Trade Organization Established The World Trade Organization (WTO) is officially established, replacing the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT). This new international organization aims to regulate international trade, promote fair economic practices, and provide a platform for resolving trade disputes between nations.
• Expansion of European Union The Kingdom of Sweden, Republic of Austria, and Republic of Finland are admitted into the European Union, significantly expanding the economic and political cooperation within the European region.
• Germany Introduces Solidarity Tax Germany implements the 'Solidaritätszuschlag' (Solidarity Surcharge), a special tax designed to fund the economic reconstruction and integration of East Germany following reunification, applying to both income and corporate taxes.
• Fernando Henrique Cardoso Becomes Brazilian President Fernando Henrique Cardoso is inaugurated as the President of Brazil, marking a significant moment in Brazilian political history and potentially influencing the country's economic and social policies.
• Draupner Wave Discovery Scientists detect the Draupner wave in the North Sea, Norway, providing scientific confirmation of the existence of rare and dangerous freak waves, which have long been considered maritime legends.
• International Year of Tolerance The United Nations designates 1995 as the International Year of Tolerance, promoting understanding, respect, and peaceful coexistence among different cultures, religions, and ethnic groups.
• Rod Stewart Sets Concert Attendance Record Rod Stewart breaks the world record for largest attendance at an open-air concert, drawing an incredible 3.5 million people to his New Year's performance in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
• Last Far Side Cartoon Cartoonist Gary Larson publishes the final edition of his iconic and surreal comic series 'The Far Side', marking the end of a beloved and influential comic strip.
• CSCE Becomes OSCE The Conference for Security and Co-operation in Europe transforms into the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), expanding its role in promoting international dialogue and conflict resolution.

Events in 1995

January 01, 1995: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Jan. 01, 1995

January 01, 1995: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

• Chicago Bears - Minnesota Vikings : 35 - 18
• New England Patriots - Cleveland Browns : 13 - 20

Division 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

• Charlton - Millwall : 1 - 1

Liga I - Football (Portugal)

• Maritimo - Farense : 2 - 1
• Sp Braga - Setubal : 2 - 1

January 01, 1995 was a Sunday and it was the 1st day of the year 1995 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 01, 1995 can also be written as 1/1/1995 in the US and as 1/1/1995 in UK and Europe.

January 01, 1995 in January 1995 calendar

Famous people died on January 01, 1995:

• Eugene Wigner

  Eugene Wigner was a Hungarian-American theoretical physicist and mathematician renowned for his significant contributions to the theory of...[Bio]

• Frederick West

  Notorious British serial killer who, along with his wife Rosemary, was charged with multiple horrific murders, primarily targeting young...

• Fred West

  Notorious British serial killer who committed suicide after being charged with multiple murders.

• Leigh Bowery
• Lino Crispo
• Filibello

Famous people who died in 1995

Famous people who died on January 1st

January 01, 1995: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 01, 1995 was One Sweet Day by Mariah Carey, according to the music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.

1. Mariah Carey - One Sweet Day
2. Whitney Houston - Exhale (Shoop Shoop)
3. LL Cool J - Hey Lover
4. Coolio - Gangsta's Paradise
5. TLC - Diggin' On You

January 01, 1995: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 01, 1995 was Exhale (Shoop Shoop) (From "Waiting To Exhale") by Whitney Houston, according to the music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.

1. Whitney Houston - Exhale (Shoop Shoop) (From "Waiting To Exhale")
2. Mariah Carey & Boyz II Men - One Sweet Day
3. Monica - Before You Walk Out Of My Life/Like This And Like That
4. Faith Evans - Soon As I Get Home
5. LL Cool J - Hey Lover

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 1st is Capricorn.

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January 01, 1995: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 01, 1995 is Pig and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on January 01, 1995 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 01, 1995 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 January 01, 1995 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 3% full, rising at 07:08 am and setting at 06:30 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 18, 1994 while the next full moon would come on Jan 16, 1995.

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Your place in the Universe on January 01, 1995

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Someone born on January 01, 1995 is:

30 years 6 months old,

or 366 months and 2 days old,

or 1591 weeks and 4 days old,

or 11141 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 01, 1995?

There are 182 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday January 1st 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 01, 1995?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on January 01, 1995.

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