2006⚡ Event
MV Senopati Nusantara sinks
The Indonesian ferry MV Senopati Nusantara sank in the Java Sea during a storm, killing at least 400 people.
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What Happened on December 30?
Discover 15 historical moments on December 30 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Historical Events on December 30(5)
2006⚡ Event
ETA bombing at Madrid–Barajas Airport
Basque nationalist group ETA detonated a van bomb at Madrid–Barajas Airport in Spain, ending a nine-month ceasefire.
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2009⚡ Event
Pipeline rupture in Shaanxi, China
A rupture of the Lanzhou–Zhengzhou–Changsha pipeline in Shaanxi, China, caused approximately 150,000 liters of diesel oil to flow down the Wei River.
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2009⚡ Event
Pro-government rallies in Iran
Pro-government counter-demonstrators held rallies in several Iranian cities in response to recent anti-government protests on the holy day of Ashura.
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2013⚡ Event
Attacks in Kinshasa
Supporters of Congolese religious leader Paul-Joseph Mukungubila carried out a series of attacks on television studios, the airport, and a military base in Kinshasa.
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Famous Birthdays on December 30(5)
Notable Deaths on December 30(5)
2022🕊️ Death
Barbara Walters
Barbara Walters was an American journalist, television personality, and author, known for her pioneering work in broadcast journalism.
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2023🕊️ Death
Bryan Ansell
Bryan Ansell was a British designer known for his work in role-playing and wargames.
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2023🕊️ Death
Tom Wilkinson
Tom Wilkinson was an English actor who appeared in numerous acclaimed films and television shows.
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2023🕊️ Death
Aki Yashiro
Aki Yashiro was a Japanese singer known for her enka music.
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2025🕊️ Death
Khaleda Zia
Khaleda Zia was a Bangladeshi politician who served as the Prime Minister of Bangladesh.
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December 30 in History
December 30 is home to 15 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 2006 to the present day.
Major Events on December 30
Among the most notable events on December 30: MV Senopati Nusantara sinks (2006), ETA bombing at Madrid–Barajas Airport (2006), Pipeline rupture in Shaanxi, China (2009). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on December 30
Notable figures born on December 30 include Ryan Tunnicliffe, Igor Shesterkin, Joshua. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on December 30
Remembered figures who died on December 30 include Barbara Walters, Bryan Ansell, Tom Wilkinson. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on December 30?
- December 30 is home to 15 recorded historical entries, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 notable deaths.
- What is the most notable event on December 30?
- One of the most notable events on December 30 is: MV Senopati Nusantara sinks.
- Who was born on December 30?
- Famous figures born on December 30 include Ryan Tunnicliffe, Igor Shesterkin, Joshua.
- How many historical events happened on December 30?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on December 30, spanning centuries of world history.
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