Saturday August 06, 2016: on this day

August 06, 2016 was the 219th day of the year 2016, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is August 06, 2016 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 06, 2016, who was born and died on August 06, 2016, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 06, 2016, which were the most popular songs (ex. Cheap Thrills by Sia Featuring Sean Paul), movies (e.g. Kubo and the Two Strings, directed by Travis Knight), TV series (e.g. Wolf Creek) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 6th, 2016 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 06, 2016?


August 06, 2016 was a Saturday and it was the 219th day of the year 2016 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 06, 2016 can also be written as 8/6/2016 in the US and as 6/8/2016 in UK and Europe.

August 06, 2016 in August 2016 calendar

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August 06, 2016: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 06, 2016:

  • Syrian civil war: the syrian observatory for human rights claims 10 people were killed in an attack on a hospital in milis, syria's idlib province.
  • According to the syrian observatory for human rights, 10 people were killed in an airstrike on a hospital in milis in syria's idlib region.
  • 2016 stabbing of charleroi officers: a man attacked two charleroi police officers with a machete while shouting allahu akbar. another police officer shot the attacker to death. policewomen are currently being treated at a hospital for minor injuries that are not life-threatening. this attack is being investigated as possible terroristic acts. (telegraph),
  • Two police officers were attacked by a man in charleroi (belgium) while he reportedly shouted allahu akbar. another police officer shot the attacker to death. policewomen are currently being treated at a hospital for minor injuries that are not life-threatening. this attack is being investigated as possible terroristic acts. (telegraph),
  • Moro conflict: three people including a pregnant lady are kidnapped and taken to patikul, sulu in the philippines autonomous region, muslim mindanao. abu sayyaf is suspected, but no group has claimed responsibility.
  • Three people, including a pregnant lady, were kidnapped and taken to patikul in sulu in the philippines autonomous region, muslim mindanao. abu sayyaf is suspected, but no group has claimed responsibility.
  • Reuters reports that nissan is in talks with panasonic corp. regarding the sale of its car battery manufacturing plant.
  • 2016 rouen fire: at least 13 people are killed in a fire at a rouen bar.
  • In rouen, france, a fire causes the deaths of at least 13 people.
  • 2016 atlantic hurricane season: tropical storm earl makes its final landfall in eastern mexico near veracruz, causing flooding rains that have killed at least six people. (efe),
  • Tropical storm earl passes through veracruz, eastern mexico. it causes flooding rains that kill at most six people. (efe),
  • China's people's liberation army air force claims it conducted "combat patrols” near the disputed spratly islands, scarborough shoal, and south china sea. this is part of an effort in order to normalize drills and respond quickly to security threats. according to xinhua news agency, the patrols were carried out by xian h-6 strategic fighter bombers and su-30 fighter aircrafts.
  • 2016 united states presidential election: hawaii u.s. senator brian schatz criticizes donald trump's call for the philippines to be a terrorist country.

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August 06, 2016: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on August 06, 2016:

  • 1 USD = 0.765 GBP
  • 1 USD = 18.7255 MXN
  • 1 EUR = 9.5018 SEK

August 06, 2016: What were the main match results that day?

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Eupen - Mechelen : 0 - 2
  • Mouscron - Charleroi : 0 - 1
  • Standard - St Truiden : 2 - 0
  • Waasland-Beveren - Waregem : 0 - 2

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Bochum - Union Berlin : 2 - 1
  • Dresden - Nurnberg : 1 - 1
  • Sandhausen - Fortuna Dusseldorf : 2 - 2

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Strasbourg - Amiens : 1 - 0

Championship - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Birmingham - Cardiff : 0 - 0
  • Blackburn - Norwich : 1 - 4
  • Bristol City - Wigan : 2 - 1
  • Derby - Brighton : 0 - 0
  • Huddersfield - Brentford : 2 - 1
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August 06, 2016: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 6th is Leo.

Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.

Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 06, 2016: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 06, 2016 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on August 6th, 2016 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 06, 2016: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

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The moon phase on August 06, 2016 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 06, 2016 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 August 06, 2016 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 17% full, rising at 09:43 am and setting at 10:11 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 19, 2016 while the next full moon would come on Aug 18, 2016.

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Who was born on August 06, 2016?


Whose famous birthday is on August 6th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 6th:

  • Geri Halliwell
    Geri Halliwell

    British singer and former member of "the spice girls," the most popular pop group of the 1990s.

  • Lucille Ball
    Lucille Ball

    American actress and well-known comedian, with over 50 films since her 1933 debut.

  • Robert Mitchum
    Robert Mitchum

    American actor, writer, composer, and singer.

  • Charlotte McKinney
    Charlotte McKinney

    Charlotte mckinney is a model known for her appearances in carl's jr.

  • Sara Khan
    Sara Khan

    Sara khan is an indian model known for her work in the indian television industry.

  • Michelle Yeoh
    Michelle Yeoh

    Michelle Yeoh is a Malaysian actress known for her roles in martial arts films and Hollywood blockbusters.

  • Barbara Windsor
    Barbara Windsor

    British comedian actor, known for her sexy roles in the 1967 "carry on" films.

  • Ever Carradine
    Ever Carradine

    She is an american actor, and a member of a notable family.

  • Charley Chase
    Charley Chase

    American porn actress.

  • Dorian Harewood
    Dorian Harewood

    American actor, tv and film.

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August 06, 2016: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 7 years 8 months old,

or 92 months and 18 days old,

or 402 weeks and 4 days old,

or 2818 days old,

if you were born on August 06, 2016.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 06, 2016?

There are 104 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday August 6th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 06, 2016?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on August 06, 2016.

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August 06, 2016: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 06, 2016:

  • José Becerra
  • Philip Bialowitz
  • Helen Delich Bentley
  • Pete Fountain
  • Ercole Lupinacci
  • Michael Walter
  • Ivo Hélcio Jardim de Campos Pitanguy
  • Pete Fountain (Pierre Dewey LaFontaine
  • Ivo Pitanguy

What famous deaths happened on August 6th?

Famous deaths on August 6th:

  • Rick James
    Rick James

    American r&b singer and multi-instrumentalist (born 1948).

  • Domenico Modugno
    Domenico Modugno

    Italian singer-songwriter, who won the top prize at 1958 san remo for his song "nel blu di blu", a song also known as "volare" in the u.s.

  • Dorothy Tutin
    Dorothy Tutin

    British actress who has been a leading actor in shakespearean roles since 1952.

  • Cedric Hardwicke
    Cedric Hardwicke

    English-american actor and director (d. 64).

  • Warner Oland
    Warner Oland

    Actor (werewolf in london, jazz singer), is killed at 57.

  • Nancy Carroll
    Nancy Carroll

    Actress (alice aldrich family), dead at 60.

  • Edman Dijkstra

    Edman Dijkstra was a Dutch computer scientist who is best known for his contributions to the field of algorithm design and analysis.

  • Bettey Cuthbert

    Australian sprinter who won four Olympic gold medals.

  • Aoki Sōseki

    Renowned Japanese poet known for his haiku and tanka poetry.

  • Fe Del Mundo

    First woman to be admitted to Harvard Medical School.

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August 06, 2016: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 06, 2016:

  • Jamaica - Independence Day
  • Roman Catholicism - several feasts, including those of at least 3 saints: Feast of the Transfiguration of Christ
  • St. Joachim (father of St. Mary, according to Catholic tradition)
  • St. Juatus
  • St. Pastor
  • Bolivia - Independence Day
  • United Arab Emirates - H.H. Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan's Accession Day
  • Japan - Toro Nagashi (Hiroshima) - Floating lantern ceremony to honor those killed by the U.S. atomic bomb in Hiroshima.
  • St. Xystus/Sixtus
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August 06, 2016: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 06, 2016 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 1st and August 7th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 06, 2016: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 06, 2016 was Cheap Thrills by Sia Featuring Sean Paul, according to the music chart for the week August 1st and August 7th.

August 06, 2016: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 06, 2016 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 1st and August 7th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Cheap Thrills
  2. - One Dance
  3. - This Is What You Came For
  4. - Can't Stop The Feeling!
  5. - Don't Let Me Down

August 06, 2016: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 06, 2016 was One Dance by Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 1st and August 7th.

August 06, 2016: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 06, 2016 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 1st and August 7th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - One Dance
  2. - Needed Me
  3. - Don't Mind
  4. - Panda
  5. - Controlla

August 06, 2016: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 06, 2016 was Duele El Corazon by Enrique Iglesias Featuring Wisin, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 1st and August 7th.

August 06, 2016: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 06, 2016 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 1st and August 7th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Duele El Corazon
  2. - Hasta El Amanecer
  3. - Bobo
  4. - La Bicicleta
  5. - El Perdedor

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August 06, 2016: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 06, 2016 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Kubo and the Two Strings

Kubo and the Two Strings

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Travis Knight

Starring: Charlize Theron, Art Parkinson, Matthew McConaughey, Ralph Fiennes

Country: United States of America

Jason Bourne

Jason Bourne

Release year: 2016

Written by:

Directed by: Paul Greengrass

Starring: Matt Damon, Tommy Lee Jones, Alicia Vikander, Vincent Cassel

Country: United States of America

Maggie's Plan

Maggie's Plan

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Rebecca Miller

Starring: Greta Gerwig, Ethan Hawke, Julianne Moore, Maya Rudolph

Country: United States of America

The Vatican Tapes

The Vatican Tapes

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Mark Neveldine

Starring: Olivia Taylor Dudley, Michael Peña, Dougray Scott, Djimon Hounsou

Country: United States of America

In Dubious Battle

In Dubious Battle

Release year: 2016

Directed by: James Franco

Starring: James Franco, Selena Gomez, Robert Duvall, Vincent D'onofrio, Bryan Cranston, Sam Shepard, Danny McBride, Ed Harris, John Savage, Analeigh Tipton, Ashley Greene, Zach Braff

Country: United States of America

August 06, 2016: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 06, 2016 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Wolf Creek

Wolf Creek

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Greg McLean

The Get Down

The Get Down

Release year: 2016

Country: United States of America

Zak Storm

Zak Storm

Release year: 2016

Country: United States of America

August 06, 2016: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 06, 2016 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Space Hulk: Deathwing

Space Hulk: Deathwing

Platform: Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: Focus Home Interactive

Lego Marvel's Avengers

Lego Marvel's Avengers

Platform: Microsoft Windows; Nintendo 3DS; OS X; PlayStation 3; PlayStation 4; PlayStation Vita; Wii U; Xbox 360; Xbox One

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment; Feral Interactive (OS X)

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2

Platform: Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Genre: Fighting, role-playing

Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment

Total War: Warhammer

Total War: Warhammer

Platform: Microsoft Windows OS X Linux

Genre: Turn-based strategy, real-time tactics

Publisher: Sega

Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Platform: Microsoft Windows; Nintendo 3DS; PlayStation 3; PlayStation 4; PlayStation Vita; Wii U; Xbox 360; Xbox One

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment

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Who was the US President on August 06, 2016?

On August 06, 2016 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 06, 2016?

On August 06, 2016 the UK Prime Minister was Theresa May (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 06, 2016?

On August 06, 2016 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about August 6th?

August 6th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 6th day of the month of August. 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 August 6th, such as:

  • 2018 - 2018 european heatwave: nine people are killed in a heat wave that hit spain. (publico: seven people are killed by a heat wave in genoa.
  • 2017 - Boko haram: 11 people are killed by gunmen in an attack on st phillip's catholic church, ozubulu, nigeria's anambra state.
  • 2016 - Syrian civil war: the syrian observatory for human rights claims 10 people were killed in an attack on a hospital in milis, syria's idlib province.

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What happened in 2016?

2016 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: A shooting occurs at a Tel Aviv pub, Israel. It leaves two people dead and eight others injured. The gunman was able to escape and perhaps killed his accomplice, an Arab taxi driver. His body was discovered nearby. The shooter was identified by the police as Nisa'at Melkham, a 30-year-old muslim from Ar'ara. He was also searched his house.
  • Two people are killed and eight others injured in a shooting at a Tel Aviv pub. The gunman was able to escape and perhaps killed his accomplice, an Arab taxi driver. His body was discovered nearby. The shooter was identified by the police as Nisa'at Melkham, a 30-year-old muslim from Ar'ara. He was also searched his house.
  • A 28-foot tall new statue of Jesus, called "Jesus de Greatest", was unveiled at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, Abajah village in Nigeria's Imo state. It is the largest known African Jesus statue.

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What was the calendar for August 2016?

August 2016 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.

Discover how August 2016 calendar looked like.

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