Born in May 1989 - Zodiac Signs, Personality and Horoscopes

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May 1989 Tropical Ephemeris

What happened in May 1989

• May 1, 1989: Andrés Rodríguez wins general election in Paraguay amidst fraud allegations, consolidating his power after a military coup.
• May 2, 1989: Hungary dismantles part of the Iron Curtain, marking a significant step towards the end of the Cold War.
• May 3, 1989: Construction of the first McDonald's restaurant begins in Moscow, symbolizing increasing Western influence in the USSR.
• May 4, 1989: Oliver North convicted in Iran-Contra affair, highlighting the scandal's impact on the Reagan administration.
• May 9, 1989: Andrew Peacock replaces John Howard as Australia's Federal Opposition Leader, marking a shift in political leadership.
• May 10, 1989: Panama's government annuls the results of the presidential election, sparking political instability and leading to U.S. intervention.
• May 11, 1989: President Bush deploys U.S. troops to Panama to protect American citizens amidst political turmoil.
• May 12, 1989: San Bernardino train derailment triggers a pipeline explosion, resulting in multiple fatalities and extensive property damage.
• May 14, 1989: Mikhail Gorbachev's visit to China signifies a thaw in Sino-Soviet relations, easing tensions between the two communist giants.
• May 15, 1989: Bond University opens in Australia, becoming the country's first private tertiary institution.
• May 17, 1989: Tiananmen Square protests escalate in China, leading to a government crackdown and suppression of the pro-democracy movement.
• May 19, 1989: Uyghur and Hui Muslim protesters riot in Ürümqi, China, highlighting ethnic tensions and discontent within the region.
• May 20, 1989: Chinese government declares martial law in Beijing in response to the Tiananmen Square protests, intensifying the crackdown on dissent.
• May 21, 1989: Bombing near Keserwan by Kataeb Regulatory Forces results in the deaths of nine Syrian soldiers, escalating tensions in the region.
• May 24, 1989: Milan wins the European Cup, defeating Steaua București, showcasing the club's dominance in European football.
• May 25, 1989: Calgary Flames win their first Stanley Cup in ice hockey, defeating the Montreal Canadiens, marking a significant milestone for the franchise.
• May 26, 1989: Arsenal F.C. secures the Football League First Division title with a victory over Liverpool F.C., demonstrating their dominance in English football.
• May 29, 1989: Argentina declares a nationwide state of siege due to food riots and looting triggered by inflation, highlighting the country's economic and social challenges.
• May 31, 1989: Members of the Revolutionary Movement Tupac Amaru (MRTA) kill eight gay and transgender people in Tarapoto, Peru, underscoring the ongoing discrimination and violence faced by LGBTQ+ communities.