Historical Events
- Exxon confirms that it is in talks with state-owned Qatar General Petroleum Corporation concerning the application of new technology to convert natural gas to petroleum products
Famous Deaths
- John Young, Scottish actor and TV panelist (Masquerade Party), dies at 80
- Leon Lewis, US radio talk show host (WMCA, 1970-80), dies at 81
- Rohan Butler, English historian, dies at 79
Died in 1996 1996 Highlights
About October 30, 1996
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 27 years, 5 months and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
#1 Song: Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix) - Los Del Rio
#1 Song: Say You'll Be There - Spice Girls
