What happened on Sunday August 31, 1997?

Here's what happened on August 31, 1997:

• Death of Princess Diana in Paris Car Crash Princess Diana, her partner Dodi Al-Fayed, and driver Henri Paul tragically died in a fatal automobile accident in the Pont de l'Alma road tunnel in Paris. The crash occurred shortly after midnight, and Diana was pronounced dead at 4:00 a.m. This event shocked the world and led to unprecedented global mourning.
• Repatriation of Yagan's Head to Australia After 164 years, the head of Yagan, a significant Noongar warrior, was returned to Australia from the United Kingdom, marking an important moment of cultural repatriation and reconciliation.
• Malaysia's Flag Renamed Jalur Gemilang The national flag of Malaysia was officially renamed to Jalur Gemilang, which translates to 'Stripes of Glory', symbolizing national pride and identity.
• Gin Game Closes on Broadway The theatrical production 'Gin Game' concluded its run at the Lyceum Theater in New York City after 144 performances.
• Pittsburgh Senior Golf Classic The Pittsburgh Senior Golf Classic golf tournament was held.
• Scott Hoch Wins Golf Tournament Scott Hoch won the Greater Milwaukee Golf Open with a score of 268.

Events in 1997

August 31, 1997: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Aug. 31, 1997

August 31, 1997: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

• Arizona Cardinals - Cincinnati Bengals : 21 - 24
• Atlanta Falcons - Detroit Lions : 17 - 28
• Dallas Cowboys - Pittsburgh Steelers : 37 - 7
• Indianapolis Colts - Miami Dolphins : 10 - 16
• Jacksonville Jaguars - Baltimore Ravens : 28 - 27

Serie A - Italian Football

• Atalanta - Bologna : 4 - 2
• Bari - Parma : 0 - 2
• Empoli - Roma : 1 - 3
• Inter - Brescia : 2 - 1
• Juventus - Lecce : 2 - 0

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

• Aalst - Lierse : 1 - 3
• Club Brugge - Beveren : 3 - 1
• Germinal - Standard : 0 - 3

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

• Karlsruhe - Duisburg : 1 - 2

August 31, 1997 was a Sunday and it was the 243rd day of the year 1997 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 31, 1997 can also be written as 8/31/1997 in the US and as 31/8/1997 in UK and Europe.

August 31, 1997 in August 1997 calendar

Famous people died on August 31, 1997:

• Dodi Fayed

  Egyptian-born film producer and romantic partner of Princess Diana, tragically killed in a fatal car crash in Paris alongside her.

• Diana Princess of Wales

  Diana, Princess of Wales (born Diana Frances Spencer), was a member of the British royal family, most famous as the first wife of Charles,...[Bio]

• Diana Spencer
• Franco De Felice

Famous people who died in 1997

Famous people who died on August 31st

August 31, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 31, 1997 was Mo Money, Mo Problems by The Notorious B.I.G., according to the music chart for the week August 25th and August 31st.

1. The Notorious B.I.G. - Mo Money, Mo Problems
2. Puff Daddy & Faith Evans - I'll Be Missing You
3. The Backstreet Boys - Quit Playing Games (With My Heart)
4. Third Eye Blind - Semi-Charmed Life
5. The Spice Girls - 2 Become 1

August 31, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 31, 1997 was I'll Be Missing You by Puff Daddy & Faith Evans, according to the music chart for the week August 25th and August 31st.

1. Puff Daddy & Faith Evans - I'll Be Missing You
2. Will Smith - Men In Black
3. Gala - Freed From Desire
4. Backstreet Boys - Everybody (Backstreet's Back)
5. Boyzone - Picture Of You

August 31, 1997: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 31, 1997 was Never Make A Promise by Dru Hill, according to the music chart for the week August 25th and August 31st.

1. Dru Hill - Never Make A Promise
2. Usher - You Make Me Wanna...
3. The Notorious B.I.G. Featuring Puff Daddy & Mase - Mo Money Mo Problems
4. Lil' Kim Feat. Da Brat, Left Eye, Missy Elliott & Angie Mar - Not Tonight
5. Magoo And Timbaland - Up Jumps Da Boogie

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 31st is Virgo.

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August 31, 1997: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 31, 1997 is Ox and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 31, 1997 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 31, 1997 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 August 31, 1997 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 05:02 am and setting at 07:17 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 18, 1997 while the next full moon would come on Sep 16, 1997.

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Someone born on August 31, 1997 is:

27 years 10 months old,

or 334 months and 8 days old,

or 1453 weeks and 2 days old,

or 10173 days old,

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