Historical Events
- Apartheid: In South Africa, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission presents its report, which condemns both sides for committing atrocities.
- ATSC HDTV broadcasting in the United States is inaugurated with the launch of STS-95 space shuttle mission
- En route Adana to Ankara, Turkish Airlines flight with crew of 6 and 33 passengers hijacked by Kurdish militant, orders pilot fly to Switzerland. Pilot lands in Ankara tricking hijacker he was landing in Sofia to refuel.
- Hurricane Mitch, the second deadliest Atlantic hurricane in history, made landfall in Honduras.
Scientific Discovery
Space Shuttle Discovery blasts off on STS-95 with 77-year old John Glenn on board, making him the oldest person to go into space.
1998 History
Famous Birthdays
- Lance Stoll, Canadian-Belgian F1 racing driver, born in Montreal, Quebec
Famous Deaths
- Paul Misraki [Misrachi], French jazz pianist, songwriter, and film score composer (Jean Renoir), dies at 90
About October 29, 1998
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 24 years, 10 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
#1 Song: The First Night - Monica
#1 Song: Believe - Cher
