What happened on Sunday December 31, 1989?

Here's what happened on December 31, 1989:

• Poland Transitions from Communism to Capitalism Poland's president signs the Balcerowicz Plan, a landmark economic reform that officially ends the Communist economic system and initiates a transition to a capitalist market economy. This pivotal moment marks a significant step in Poland's political and economic transformation during the late Cold War era.
• Fog Bowl: Chicago Bears Defeat Eagles The NFL playoff game between the Chicago Bears and Philadelphia Eagles is played in extraordinary conditions, with heavy fog dramatically obscuring visibility during the Bears' 20-12 victory. This unique meteorological event became a memorable moment in sports history.
• Jockey Sets Annual Wins Record Kent Desormeaux achieves a remarkable milestone by winning 598 races in a single year, setting a new record in horse racing and demonstrating exceptional skill and consistency.
• Me & My Girl Broadway Run Concludes The popular musical 'Me & My Girl' completes its successful Broadway run at the Marquis Theater in New York City after an impressive 1,420 performances, showcasing the production's significant appeal to theater audiences.
• Actress Annabella Sciorra's Wedding Actress Annabella Sciorra, known for her role in Spike Lee's 'Jungle Fever', marries actor Joe Petruzzi in a personal milestone at the end of 1989.
• Threepenny Opera Broadway Production Ends The theatrical production of 'Threepenny Opera' concludes its run at the Lunt-Fontanne Theater in New York City after 65 performances, marking the end of this classic theatrical adaptation.

Events in 1989

December 31, 1989: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Dec. 31, 1989

December 31, 1989: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

• Los Angeles Rams - Philadelphia Eagles : 21 - 7
• Pittsburgh Steelers - Houston Oilers : 26 - 23

December 31, 1989 was a Sunday and it was the 365th day of the year 1989 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 31, 1989 can also be written as 12/31/1989 in the US and as 31/12/1989 in UK and Europe.

December 31, 1989 in December 1989 calendar

Famous people born on December 31, 1989:

• Andrew Taggart

Famous people born in 1989

Famous people born on December 31st

December 31, 1989: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 31, 1989 was Another Day In Paradise by Phil Collins, according to the music chart for the week December 25th and December 31st.

1. Phil Collins - Another Day In Paradise
2. Linda Ronstadt - Don't Know Much
3. Billy Joel - We Didn't Start The Fire
4. Janet Jackson - Rhythm Nation
5. Taylor Dayne - With Every Beat Of My Heart

December 31, 1989: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 31, 1989 was Tender Lover by Babyface, according to the music chart for the week December 25th and December 31st.

1. Babyface - Tender Lover
2. Janet Jackson - Rhythm Nation
3. Quincy Jones Featuring Ray Charles & Chaka Khan - I'll Be Good To You
4. By All Means - Let's Get It On
5. The Gap Band - All Of My Love

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 31st is Capricorn.

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Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 31, 1989: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 31, 1989 is Snake and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 31, 1989 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 31, 1989 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 December 31, 1989 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 25% full, rising at 09:40 am and setting at 09:39 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 12, 1989 while the next full moon would come on Jan 11, 1990.

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Your place in the Universe on December 31, 1989

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Someone born on December 31, 1989 is:

35 years 6 months old,

or 426 months and 3 days old,

or 1852 weeks and 4 days old,

or 12968 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 31, 1989?

There are 181 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday December 31st 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 31, 1989?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on December 31, 1989.

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