What happened on Wednesday February 26, 1997?

Here's what happened on February 26, 1997:

• Israeli Government Approves East Jerusalem Housing Development The Israeli government approved a significant housing development in East Jerusalem, a controversial move that immediately drew criticism from Arab nations and the international community. This decision further complicated the already tense geopolitical landscape of the region, highlighting ongoing disputes over territorial sovereignty and settlement expansion.
• 39th Grammy Awards Highlights The 39th Grammy Awards celebrated outstanding musical achievements, with notable winners including Babyface (Change the World), Beck, and rising country-pop star LeAnn Rimes. The event highlighted the diverse musical landscape of 1997, showcasing talents across multiple genres.
• Death of Giuseppe Bertone, Legendary Car Designer Giuseppe 'Nuccio' Bertone, a renowned Italian automotive designer who significantly influenced car design in the 20th century, passed away at the age of 82. Bertone was a pivotal figure in the Italian automotive design industry, known for creating iconic designs for manufacturers like Alfa Romeo, Lamborghini, and Ferrari.

Events in 1997

February 26, 1997: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 26, 1997

Newspapers from Feb. 26, 1997

February 26, 1997: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

• Atlanta Hawks - Milwaukee Bucks : 79 - 72
• Golden State Warriors - Detroit Pistons : 84 - 117
• Los Angeles Clippers - Vancouver Grizzlies : 83 - 80
• Miami Heat - Orlando Magic : 86 - 98
• Minnesota Timberwolves - San Antonio Spurs : 108 - 89

Division 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

• Swindon - Birmingham : 3 - 1

Premier League - UK Soccer

• Southampton - Wimbledon : 0 - 0

February 26, 1997 was a Wednesday and it was the 57th day of the year 1997 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 26, 1997 can also be written as 2/26/1997 in the US and as 26/2/1997 in UK and Europe.

February 26, 1997 in February 1997 calendar

Famous people died on February 26, 1997:

• David Doyle

  American actor known for his roles in television series, particularly in the 1970s and 1980s.

Famous people who died in 1997

Famous people who died on February 26th

February 26, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 26, 1997 was Wannabe by The Spice Girls, according to the music chart for the week February 24th and March 2nd.

1. The Spice Girls - Wannabe
2. Toni Braxton - Un-Break My Heart
3. Puff Daddy - Can't Nobody Hold Me Down
4. R. Kelly - I Believe I Can Fly
5. Jewel - You Were Meant For Me

February 26, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 26, 1997 was Where Do You Go by No Mercy, according to the music chart for the week February 24th and March 2nd.

1. No Mercy - Where Do You Go
2. No Doubt - Don't Speak
3. En Vogue - Don't Let Go (Love)
4. White Town - Your Woman
5. LL Cool J - Ain't Nobody

February 26, 1997: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 26, 1997 was In My Bed by Dru Hill, according to the music chart for the week February 24th and March 2nd.

1. Dru Hill - In My Bed
2. Puff Daddy (Featuring Mase) - Can't Nobody Hold Me Down
3. Erykah Badu - On & On
4. 702 - Get It Together
5. Babyface - Every Time I Close My Eyes

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 26th is Pisces.

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Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 26, 1997: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 26, 1997 is Ox and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 26, 1997 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 26, 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 February 26, 1997 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 77% full, rising at 09:54 pm and setting at 09:07 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 22, 1997 while the next full moon would come on Mar 24, 1997.

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Your place in the Universe on February 26, 1997

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Someone born on February 26, 1997 is:

28 years 2 months old,

or 338 months and 15 days old,

or 1471 weeks and 4 days old,

or 10301 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 26, 1997?

There are 291 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday February 26th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 26, 1997?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on February 26, 1997.

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