What happened on Thursday December 16, 1993?

Here's what happened on December 16, 1993:

• Day of Reconciliation in South Africa South Africa marked the Day of Reconciliation, a significant date that aims to promote national unity and healing. The day symbolically bridges historical divides by commemorating both the Battle of Blood River in 1838 and the formation of Umkhonto we Sizwe, the armed wing of the African National Congress, in 1961.
• Brazil's Supreme Court Bars Collor de Mello from Public Office Brazil's Supreme Court issued a landmark ruling preventing former President Fernando Collor de Mello from holding elected office until the year 2000, due to corruption charges. This decision was a significant moment in Brazil's fight against political corruption and accountability.
• Bangladesh Victory Day Bangladesh observed Victory Day, commemorating the country's triumph in the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971. This day honors the nation's struggle for independence and celebrates its hard-won freedom.
• Death of Kakuei Tanaka, Former Japanese Prime Minister Kakuei Tanaka, a prominent Japanese politician who served as Prime Minister from 1972 to 1974, passed away at the age of 75. Known for his significant influence in Japanese politics during the 1970s, Tanaka was a key figure in the Liberal Democratic Party and played a crucial role in Japan's economic development.
• Bahrain National Day Bahrain celebrated its National Day, commemorating the kingdom's full independence from British protection, which was achieved in 1971. This day marks an important milestone in Bahrain's journey to sovereignty.
• Shannen Doherty Fired from Beverly Hills 90210 Actress Shannen Doherty, who played Brenda Walsh, was removed from the popular television series Beverly Hills 90210, marking a significant moment in 1990s pop culture.
• Death of Richard Auwerda, Dutch Journalist Richard Auwerda, a respected Dutch journalist and writer for the Volkskrant newspaper, passed away at the age of 68, marking the loss of a notable media professional.
• Red Shoes Musical Opens in NYC The musical 'Red Shoes' premiered at the Gershwin Theater in New York City, running for a limited engagement of 5 performances.
• Birth of Jyoti Amge Jyoti Amge, an Indian actress and television personality, was born in Nagpur, Maharashtra, India. She would later become known for her unique physical characteristics and media appearances.

Events in 1993

December 16, 1993: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Dec. 16, 1993

Newspapers from Dec. 16, 1993

December 16, 1993: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

• Charlotte Hornets - New Jersey Nets : 95 - 111
• Cleveland Cavaliers - Miami Heat : 89 - 90
• Detroit Pistons - Washington Bullets : 97 - 95
• Indiana Pacers - Atlanta Hawks : 99 - 81
• Los Angeles Lakers - New York Knicks : 85 - 108

Le Championnat - Football (France)

• Montpellier - Marseille : 0 - 2

December 16, 1993 was a Thursday and it was the 350th day of the year 1993 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 16, 1993 can also be written as 12/16/1993 in the US and as 16/12/1993 in UK and Europe.

December 16, 1993 in December 1993 calendar

Famous people born on December 16, 1993:

• Jyoti Amge

  World's shortest living woman recognized by Guinness World Records, known for her appearances in documentaries and films about her unique...

• Lola Créton
• Thiago Braz da Silva
• Fujiko Kojima
• Kareena Lee
• Ma Xueya
• Oussama Methazem
• Neofytos Michaīl
• Marvelle Harris
• Stefania Pirozzi
• Rundell Winchester
• Adilson da Cruz
• Bruninho
• Şyhazberdi Öwelekow
• Ol'ha Ovdijčuk
• Lisa Hauser
• Stephan James

Famous people born in 1993

Famous people born on December 16th

Famous people died on December 16, 1993:

• Moses Gunn

  Prominent African-American stage and film actor who co-founded the Negro Ensemble Company and won a Tony Award in 1976 for his powerful...

• Kakuei Tanaka

  Influential Japanese politician who served as the 64th Prime Minister of Japan from 1972 to 1974, known for his significant political and...

• Charles Moore

Famous people who died in 1993

Famous people who died on December 16th

December 16, 1993: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 16, 1993 was Again by Janet Jackson, according to the music chart for the week December 13th and December 19th.

1. Janet Jackson - Again
2. Ace Of Base - All That She Wants
3. Mariah Carey - Hero
4. Meat Loaf - I'd Do Anything For Love (But I Won't Do That)
5. Salt 'N Pepa - Shoop

December 16, 1993: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 16, 1993 was Mr Blobby by Mr Blobby, according to the music chart for the week December 13th and December 19th.

1. Mr Blobby - Mr Blobby
2. Meat Loaf - I'd Do Anything For Love (But I Won't Do That)
3. Take That - Babe
4. Elton John & Kiki Dee - True Love
5. The Bee Gees - For Whom The Bell Tolls

December 16, 1993: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 16, 1993 was Gangsta Lean by DRS, according to the music chart for the week December 13th and December 19th.

1. DRS - Gangsta Lean
2. Tevin Campbell - Can We Talk
3. Babyface - Never Keeping Secrets
4. Salt-N-Pepa - Shoop
5. Toni Braxton - Breathe Again

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 16th is Sagittarius.

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December 16, 1993: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 16, 1993 is Rooster and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 16, 1993 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 16, 1993 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 16, 1993 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 23% full, rising at 09:32 am and setting at 09:19 pm.

The previous full moon was on Nov 29, 1993 while the next full moon would come on Dec 28, 1993.

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Someone born on December 16, 1993 is:

31 years 4 months old,

or 376 months and 21 days old,

or 1637 weeks and 6 days old,

or 11465 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 16, 1993?

There are 223 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday December 16th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 16, 1993?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on December 16, 1993.

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