Monday January 02, 2017: on this day

January 02, 2017 was the 2nd day of the year 2017, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Monday.

Is January 02, 2017 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on January 02, 2017, who was born and died on January 02, 2017, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 02, 2017, which were the most popular songs (ex. Starboy by The Weeknd Featuring Daft Punk), movies (e.g. The Lost City of Z, directed by James Gray), TV series (e.g. Max Steel) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 2nd, 2017 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 02, 2017?


January 02, 2017 was a Monday and it was the 2nd day of the year 2017 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 02, 2017 can also be written as 1/2/2017 in the US and as 2/1/2017 in UK and Europe.

January 02, 2017 in January 2017 calendar

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January 02, 2017: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 02, 2017:

  • 2017 istanbul nightclub attack: islamic state in iraq and the levant claims responsibility. it claims it is responding to turkey's actions within syria.
  • January 2017, baghdad bombings. a string of attacks inflicts more than 100 people in predominantly shiite areas of baghdad.
  • At least 70 people are killed and more than 100 injured in a series of attacks in baghdad, iraq, mostly shiite areas.
  • Four children are killed and six more are injured in texas by poisoning from phosgene gas, which was sprayed inappropriately as a pesticide.
  • About 400 people were evacuated after a wildfire destroyed at least 100 homes in valparaiso (chile). according to the chilean ministry of the interior and public security, at least 19 people sustained minor injuries. (aap via sbs).
  • A strong storm system slams the southern united states. it causes four deaths in alabama, and extensive damage in several other states.
  • At least 25 people were killed and 2 more injured in a collision between a minivan & a pickup truck in chonburi province, thailand. the accident is being investigated by authorities. (al jazeera),
  • The cessna 210 crashes into rugged terrain near payson, arizona killing four people. the plane was traveling from scottsdale, arizona, to telluride colorado. (abc news, arizona republic) the victim was identified as eric falbe, a scottsdale attorney, along with carrie falbe, his wife and two daughters from a previous union.
  • 2017 manaus prison riot: at least 56 people were killed in a prison riot that took place in manaus, brazil.
  • In a prison riot in manaus (brazil), at least 56 prisoners are killed.
  • Two men were allegedly to approach a man in new haven connecticut claiming to be carrying a gun and taking his wallet and cellphone. they then stole the suv of the victim and crashed it into a synagogue.
  • Dearborn, michigan: police were following a minivan's driver and passenger for missing plates. they struck a car and lost control of the vehicle and hit several other parked cars.
  • Detroit, michigan - an african american man was hit in the head while driving his car that crashed into a tree. police are looking for two other men who fled the scene of the accident.
  • New rochelle police officer isaac "hooshie") ward was killed when his jeep crashed into a tree. because his blood alcohol content was higher than the legal limit, he will be charged with vehicular murder.
  • Huzaifa shafeeq, a long island woman accused of stealing from a long island mosque's charity box on christmas day and new years day, was arrested for burglary. a member of the islamic center board said that the theft was not large but that he called police because the thief needed assistance.

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January 02, 2017: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on January 02, 2017:

  • 1 USD = 0.9556 EUR
  • 1 USD = 117.302 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.8144 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.3892 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.3444 CAD

January 02, 2017: What were the main match results that day?

Championship - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Birmingham - Brentford : 1 - 3
  • Blackburn - Newcastle : 1 - 0
  • Bristol City - Reading : 2 - 3
  • Burton - Preston : 0 - 1
  • Cardiff - Aston Villa : 1 - 0

Conference - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Dag and Red - Braintree Town : 3 - 0

Division 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Raith Rvs - Dunfermline : 0 - 2

Division 2 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Airdrie Utd - Albion Rvs : 1 - 2
  • Brechin - Peterhead : 0 - 1
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January 02, 2017: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 2nd is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 02, 2017: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 02, 2017 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on January 2nd, 2017 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 02, 2017: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

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The moon phase on January 02, 2017 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 02, 2017 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 January 02, 2017 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 32% full, rising at 10:01 am and setting at 10:20 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 14, 2016 while the next full moon would come on Jan 12, 2017.

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Who was born on January 02, 2017?


Whose famous birthday is on January 2nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 2nd:

  • Kate Bosworth
    Kate Bosworth

    American actress.

  • Taye Diggs
    Taye Diggs

    Taye diggs is an american actor known for his roles in popular films and tv shows such as 'how stella got her groove back' and 'rent'.

  • Tia Carrere
    Tia Carrere

    Tia Carrere is an actress known for her roles in films like Wayne's World and for her appearances in reality TV shows.

  • Isaac Asimov
    Isaac Asimov

    Russian-american biochemist, columnist in science, anthropologist, and prolific sci-fi author.

  • Giovanna Ralli
    Giovanna Ralli

    Italian actress, ralli made her acting debut at seven years old.

  • Florence Lawrence
    Florence Lawrence

    Silent screen actress (confidence) dies at 48.

  • William Haines
    William Haines

    American interior designer and actor (d. 1973).

  • Patrick Huard
    Patrick Huard

    Canadian screenwriter and actor.

  • Joanna Pacula
    Joanna Pacula

    Tomszowaubelski (poland -- actress) (gorky park and kiss).

  • Lucy Davis
    Lucy Davis

    English actress.

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January 02, 2017: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 7 years 2 months old,

or 86 months and 27 days old,

or 377 weeks and 4 days old,

or 2643 days old,

if you were born on January 02, 2017.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 02, 2017?

There are 279 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday January 2nd 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 02, 2017?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on January 02, 2017.

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January 02, 2017: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 02, 2017:

  • Jean Vuarnet

    Tunisian president of vuarnet inc.

  • John Berger

    English art critic, novelist and painter (b. 1926).

  • Richard Machowicz
  • Gian Carlo Artoni
  • Albert Brewer
  • Enzo Benedetti
  • Giovanni Garbini
  • Gian Paolo Calchi Novati
  • Viktor Carëv
  • François Chérèque
  • Franco Loja

What famous deaths happened on January 2nd?

Famous deaths on January 2nd:

  • David Lynch
    David Lynch

    American screenwriter and director, one of today's most creative and talented film-makers of the 20th century.

  • Anne Francis
    Anne Francis

    American magazine cover girl, five years old.

  • Dick Powell
    Dick Powell

    American actor, singer, director, and producer (d. 1963).

  • Pete Postlethwaite
    Pete Postlethwaite

    Pete postlethwaite was a british actor known for his roles in films such as the usual suspects and inception.

  • Dick Emery
    Dick Emery

    Actor (yellow submarine.

  • Una Merkel
    Una Merkel

    Covington (kentucky) -- actress (42nd street and abraham lincoln).

  • Jack Carson
    Jack Carson

    Manitoba, canada -- actor ("star is born", mildred pierce).

  • Nancy Kelly
    Nancy Kelly

    Lowell, massachusetts -- actress.

  • Emil Jannings
    Emil Jannings

    German actor who won the first Academy Award for Best Actor.

  • Tex Ritter
    Tex Ritter

    Country singer "five star jubilee" dies at the age of 67.

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January 02, 2017: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 02, 2017:

  • New Zealand ? Statutory holiday, Second day of New Year.
  • United States - Bonza Bottler Day.
  • Slovenia ? Second day of New Year.
  • Scotland ? Second day of the Hogmanay Bank Holiday.
  • Catholicism and Anglicanism ? Feast day of St. Basil the Great and Gregory Nazianzen.
  • The eighth day of Christmas (and ninth night of same) in Western Christianity.
  • Science Fiction Day
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January 02, 2017: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 02, 2017 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 2nd and January 8th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 02, 2017: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 02, 2017 was Starboy by The Weeknd Featuring Daft Punk, according to the music chart for the week January 2nd and January 8th.

January 02, 2017: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 02, 2017 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 2nd and January 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Starboy
  2. - Black Beatles
  3. - Closer
  4. - 24K Magic
  5. - Juju On That Beat (TZ Anthem)

January 02, 2017: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 02, 2017 was Starboy by The Weeknd Featuring Daft Punk, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 2nd and January 8th.

January 02, 2017: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 02, 2017 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 2nd and January 8th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Starboy
  2. - Black Beatles
  3. - 24K Magic
  4. - Juju On That Beat (TZ Anthem)
  5. - Bad Things

January 02, 2017: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on January 02, 2017 was Chantaje by Shakira Featuring Maluma, according to the Latin music chart for the week January 2nd and January 8th.

January 02, 2017: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on January 02, 2017 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week January 2nd and January 8th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Chantaje
  2. - Shaky Shaky
  3. - Safari
  4. - Hasta El Amanecer
  5. - La Bicicleta

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January 02, 2017: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 02, 2017 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Lost City of Z

The Lost City of Z

Release year: 2017

Directed by: James Gray

Starring: Charlie Hunnam, Robert Pattinson, Sienna Miller, Tom Holland

Country: United States of America

The Devil's Candy

The Devil's Candy

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Sean Byrne

Starring: Ethan Embry, Shiri Appleby, Pruitt Taylor Vince, Kiara Glasco

Country: United States of America

A Cure for Wellness

A Cure for Wellness

Release year: 2017

Written by:

Directed by: Gore Verbinski

Starring: Dane DeHaan, Jason Isaacs, Mia Goth, Ivo Nandi

Country: United States of America

Sleepless

Sleepless

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Baran bo Odar

Starring: Jamie Foxx, Michelle Monaghan, Dermot Mulroney, Gabrielle Union

Country: United States of America

USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage

USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Mario Van Peebles

Starring: Nicolas Cage, Tom Sizemore, Thomas Jane, Matt Lanter

Country: United States of America

January 02, 2017: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 02, 2017 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Max Steel

Max Steel

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Stewart Hendler

Dead Silent

Dead Silent

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Roger Cardinal

Rosario Tijeras

Rosario Tijeras

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Emilio Maille

White Rabbit Project

White Rabbit Project

Release year: 2016

Guyane

Guyane

Release year: 2016

January 02, 2017: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 02, 2017 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Real-time strategy

Publisher: Sega

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Who was the US President on January 02, 2017?

On January 02, 2017 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 02, 2017?

On January 02, 2017 the UK Prime Minister was Theresa May (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on January 02, 2017?

On January 02, 2017 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about January 2nd?

January 2nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 2nd day of the month of January. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on January 2nd, such as:

  • 2019 - China-united states trade war (2018-present). apple, an american electronics company, warns that iphone sales have been slowing and that the product is in low demand. this is attributed to trade tensions with china. according to apple, its fiscal earnings are expected to drop for the first quarter due to disappointing holiday sales figures. the company also claims that it could lose $9b due the fall.
  • 2018 - Weinstein effect: vice media suspends its top executives while it investigates accusations against them.
  • 2017 - 2017 istanbul nightclub attack: islamic state in iraq and the levant claims responsibility. it claims it is responding to turkey's actions within syria.

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What happened in 2017?

2017 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • 2017 Istanbul nightclub attack: On the European coast of Bosphorus, a gunman opened fire at a Istanbul nightclub, killing at most 39 people and injuring 69 more. (BBC), (AP via ABC News Australia),
  • At least 39 people were killed and 69 more injured when a gunman opened fire at a Istanbul nightclub. The incident occurred on the European coast. (BBC), (AP via ABC News Australia),
  • At least 7 people are killed and 17 more injured in a suicide car bomb blast and gunmen attack in Iraqi al-Qadisiya, west of Najaf. 29 people died yesterday in an explosion at a busy market near Baghdad, Iraq's capital. ISIS claims responsibility. (Reuters),

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What was the calendar for January 2017?

January 2017 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

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