Tuesday January 06, 2015: on this day

January 06, 2015 was the 6th day of the year 2015, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is January 06, 2015 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 06, 2015, who was born and died on January 06, 2015, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 06, 2015, which were the most popular songs (ex. Blank Space by Taylor Swift), movies (e.g. Peeping Tom, directed by Michael Powell), TV series (e.g. Nightwatch) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 6th, 2015 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 06, 2015?


January 06, 2015 was a Tuesday and it was the 6th day of the year 2015 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 06, 2015 can also be written as 1/6/2015 in the US and as 6/1/2015 in UK and Europe.

January 06, 2015 in January 2015 calendar

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January 06, 2015: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 06, 2015:

  • Islamic state of iraq and the levant - twenty-three iraqi army soldiers and sunni fighters were killed in clashes with isil in anbar province. (ap via the hindu). the combined joint task force fighting isil conducts ten strikes in syria. eight of these airstrikes target the contested city kobani. the airstrikes destroy fourteen isil fighting positions as well as a building.
  • Twenty-three iraqi army soldiers killed in clashes with isil in anbar province.
  • The combined joint task force against isil conducted ten airstrikes on syria. eight of these airstrikes were directed at the contested city kobani. these airstrikes destroyed fourteen isil fighting positions as well as a building.
  • In an attack on a tourist area in istanbul, a suicide bomber kills her and a policeman.
  • Officials from massachusetts, america, open a time capsule that samuel adams and paul revere left behind.
  • American luxury fashion brand coach, inc. has agreed to buy stuart weitzman's shoe brand for $574 million.
  • Crude oil prices fall to $48/barrel, their lowest level since april 2009.
  • A military truck collides in the middle of a bus carrying national guard of ukraine members in ukraine. it kills 12 soldiers and injures 20 others.
  • Two commuter trains collide at mesquita, rio de janeiro in brazil, injuring 158 people.
  • Oxford university scientists begin an ebola vaccine trial using 72 healthy volunteers.
  • 41 states in the united states report an epidemic of influenza with 21 deaths confirmed.
  • Relations cuba-united states: cuba releases political prisoners in accordance with an historic agreement signed last month with the united states.
  • Thai police arrest gurmeet sing, convicted of being involved in chandigarh bombing that killed 18 people.
  • Safeway was fined $10 million by a number of california state district attorneys for illegally dumping electronics and pharmaceuticals in landfills.
  • Dominic ongwen, a man who claimed to be the lord's resistance army top commandant in uganda, surrenders to the united states forces in central africa republic.
  • A u.s. district judge sentenced bob mcdonnell, former governor of virginia, to two years imprisonment for corruption.
  • A gunman kills himself after shooting a doctor at el paso's william beaumont army medical center.
  • A pyrotechnic device that was improvised explodes in the colorado springs chapter of the naacp, causing no injuries.
  • The 114th united states congress starts.
  • John boehner is re-elected to the us congress as his third term speaker.
  • Nasa's kepler space observatory has announced the discovery of three planets capable of supporting life in the goldilocks zone.
  • Residents in san francisco, california, have resisted a proposal to change the process of razing candlestick park from a gradual to an implosion. they cited health risks from the dispersal concrete dust.
  • The baseball hall of fame has announced the results of the balloting by baseball writers association of america (bbwaa), for the hall's 2015 induction class. the bbwaa elected randy johnson, pedro martinez and john smoltz. this is the first time that four players have been elected since 1955.

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January 06, 2015: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on January 06, 2015:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $90.24
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $106.54
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $46.38
  • General Electric GE: opens at $24.46
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $159.67

Exchange Rates on January 06, 2015:

  • 1 USD = 0.8421 EUR
  • 1 USD = 118.588 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.6602 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.2386 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.184 CAD

January 06, 2015: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

  • Cesena - Napoli : 1 - 4
  • Chievo - Torino : 0 - 0
  • Empoli - Verona : 0 - 0
  • Genoa - Atalanta : 2 - 2
  • Juventus - Inter : 1 - 1
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January 06, 2015: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 6th 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 06, 2015: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 06, 2015 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on January 6th, 2015 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 06, 2015: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 06, 2015 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 06, 2015 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 06, 2015 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 94% full, rising at 06:30 pm and setting at 08:30 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 05, 2015 while the next full moon would come on Feb 03, 2015.

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Who was born on January 06, 2015?


Whose famous birthday is on January 6th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 6th:

  • Kate McKinnon
    Kate McKinnon

    Kate mckinnon is a comedian known for her work on saturday night live and her impressions of famous personalities.

  • Rowan Atkinson
    Rowan Atkinson

    Rowan Atkinson is a British actor, comedian, and screenwriter, best known for his roles in the sitcoms 'Mr.

  • Norman Reedus
    Norman Reedus

    American actor and model, known for his roles in the walking dead's series daryl dixon and murphy macmanus' 1999 film the boondock saints...

  • Adriano Celentano
    Adriano Celentano

    Italian singer-songwriter, actor, and director.

  • Olga Georges-Picot
    Olga Georges-Picot

    French family noted, the daughter of a chinese ambassador.

  • Jérémie Renier
    Jérémie Renier

    Belgian actor.

  • Loretta Young
    Loretta Young

    American actress who had her own television show in the 1950s.

  • Danny Pintauro
    Danny Pintauro

    American actor seen playing young jonathan in the tv sitcom, "who's the boss?".

  • Mickey Hargitay
    Mickey Hargitay

    American physical culturist mr.

  • Danny Thomas
    Danny Thomas

    Deerfield, michigan -- comedian (show).

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January 06, 2015: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 9 years 3 months old,

or 111 months and 14 days old,

or 484 weeks and 4 days old,

or 3392 days old,

if you were born on January 06, 2015.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 06, 2015?

There are 261 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday January 6th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 06, 2015?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on January 06, 2015.

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January 06, 2015: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 06, 2015:

  • Arthur Jackson

    Scottish homicide: a terrifying, demented killer.

  • Basil John Mason

    English meteorologist and academic (b. 1923).

  • David C. Lindberg
  • Vlastimil Bubník
  • Eugenio Bucciol
  • Uber Gradella
  • Louis Olivier

What famous deaths happened on January 6th?

Famous deaths on January 6th:

  • Rudolf Nureyev
    Rudolf Nureyev

    Russian-french choreographer and dancer (d. 1993).

  • Sidney Poitier
    Sidney Poitier

    American actor.

  • Silvana Pampanini
    Silvana Pampanini

    Italian film actress from the 1950s.

  • Om Puri
    Om Puri

    Renowned Indian actor known for his versatile roles in films.

  • Pat Harrington
    Pat Harrington

    Jr.

  • Loui Braille

    Inventor of the Braille system, a widely used method of reading and writing for the visually impaired.

  • Genecis Mendel

    Considered the father of genetics, he discovered the basic principles of heredity through his experiments with pea plants.

  • Cicilia Mandela

    South African anti-apartheid activist and politician.

  • Ron Asheton

    Ron Asheton was an American guitarist and songwriter, best known as a founding member of the rock band The Stooges.

  • Messiyah Mendel

    Known for his work in genetics and the study of pea plants.

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January 06, 2015: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 06, 2015:

  • Epiphany (National Holiday) in Italy
  • Christianity (except Eastern and Oriental Orthodox who follow the Julian Calendar) - Epiphany of the Lord (a.k.a. "Twelfth Day of Christmas" and Three Kings Day in some areas).
  • In the Irish Calendar- Little Christmas or Nollaig na mBan (Women's Christmas) and/or Twelfth Day.
  • Twelfth Night, or The Lord of Misrule
  • Rastafari movement - Celebration of the ceremonial birthday of Haile Selassie
  • Ancient Latvia - Zvaigznes Diena observed
  • Armenian Christmas (except in the Holy Land where it's on January 18th - old calendar)
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January 06, 2015: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 06, 2015 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 5th and January 11th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 06, 2015: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 06, 2015 was Blank Space by Taylor Swift, according to the music chart for the week January 5th and January 11th.

January 06, 2015: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 06, 2015 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 5th and January 11th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Blank Space
  2. - Uptown Funk!
  3. - Take Me To Church
  4. - Lips Are Movin
  5. - All About That Bass

January 06, 2015: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 06, 2015 was I Don't F**k With You by Big Sean Featuring E-40, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 5th and January 11th.

January 06, 2015: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 06, 2015 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 5th and January 11th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - I Don't F**k With You
  2. - Only
  3. - Tuesday
  4. - No Type
  5. - Hot Boy

January 06, 2015: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on January 06, 2015 was Bailando by Enrique Iglesias Featuring Descemer Bueno & Gente de Zona, according to the Latin music chart for the week January 5th and January 11th.

January 06, 2015: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on January 06, 2015 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week January 5th and January 11th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Bailando
  2. - Propuesta Indecente
  3. - Ay Vamos
  4. - Travesuras
  5. - Eres Mia

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January 06, 2015: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 06, 2015 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Peeping Tom

Peeping Tom

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Michael Powell

Starring: Karlheinz Böhm, Anna Massey, Moira Shearer, Maxine Audley

Country: United States of America

Inherent Vice

Inherent Vice

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Paul Thomas Anderson

Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Josh Brolin, Owen Wilson, Katherine Waterston

Country: United States of America

The Overnight

The Overnight

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Patrick Brice

Starring: Adam Scott, Taylor Schilling, Jason Schwartzman, Judith Godrèche

Country: United States of America

The Bronze

The Bronze

Release year: 2015

Written by:

Directed by: Bryan Buckley

Starring: Melissa Rauch, Gary Cole, Haley Lu Richardson, Thomas Middleditch

Country: United States of America

Blackhat

Blackhat

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Michael Mann

Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Viola Davis, Wei Tang, Leehom Wang

Country: United States of America

January 06, 2015: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 06, 2015 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Nightwatch

Nightwatch

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Ole Bornedal

Just Add Magic

Just Add Magic

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Joe Nussbaum

Halo: Nightfall

Halo: Nightfall

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Sergio Mimica-Gezzan

Gym Tony

Gym Tony

Release year: 2014

Hindsight

Hindsight

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Lee Hyun Seung

January 06, 2015: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 06, 2015 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Escape by David Baldacci

The Escape

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David Baldacci, one of the most well-known and widely read storytellers in the world, is David Baldacci. He captivated readers with his blockbuster thrillers Zero Day, and The Forgotten.

Hope To Die by James Patterson

Hope To Die

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Alex Cross, Detective, is being stalked and forced to play the most dangerous game of his career by a psychotic genius. Cross's family, his loving wife Bree, the intelligent and vibrant Nana Mama, as well as his precious children, have …

All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr

All the Light We Cannot See

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Winner of the Pulitzer Prize. New York Times Book Review Top Ten Book. National Book Award finalist. More than two years on the New York Times Bestseller List. The stunningly beautiful instant New York Times bestseller by Anthony Doerr about …

Revival by Stephen King

Revival

By:

This dark, electrifying novel is about fanaticism and addiction.

The Burning Room by Michael Connelly

The Burning Room

By:

In this thriller, #1 New York Times Bestseller Michael Connelly follows Detective Harry Bosch as he investigates a murder that took place nine years ago.

January 06, 2015: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 06, 2015 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Jolly Jam

Jolly Jam

Platform: iOS, Android, Facebook

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: Rovio Stars

Everybody's Gone to the Rapture

Everybody's Gone to the Rapture

Platform: PlayStation 4,[1] Microsoft Windows

Genre: Adventure

Publisher: PlayStation 4 Sony Computer Entertainment Microsoft Windows PlayStation Mobile

Her Story

Her Story

Platform: Microsoft Windows, OS X, iOS

Genre: Interactive movie

Fast Racing Neo

Fast Racing Neo

Platform: Wii U

Genre: Racing

Publisher: JP Arc System Works

Chroma Squad

Chroma Squad

Platform: Microsoft Windows, OS X, Linux, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita, Xbox One

Genre: Tactical role-playing

Publisher: Behold Studios

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Who was the US President on January 06, 2015?

On January 06, 2015 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 06, 2015?

On January 06, 2015 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on January 06, 2015?

On January 06, 2015 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about January 6th?

January 6th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 6th 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 6th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2018 moscow-constantinople schism: the chancellor of the ukrainian orthodox church (moscow patriarchate) describes the granting of autocephaly on january 5 to the orthodox church of ukraine as "a secular event."
  • 2018 - Casamance conflict, 13 people are killed by gunmen near ziguinchor (senegal).
  • 2017 - Russian military intervention in syria's civil war: russia begins withdrawal of its forces from syria. russia's aircraft carrier battle group was the first to depart. the united nations declares that the ceasefire is holding "largely".

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What happened in 2015?

2015 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Terrorism is in Yemen: The death count from the suicide bombing at Ibb (Yemen) on December 31 rose to 49, with the injury count climbing to 70.
  • The suicide bombing attack in Ibb (Yemen), that took place on December 31 has resulted in 49 deaths and 70 injuries.
  • One person is killed and six are injured in a shooting in Killarney in Calgary, Canada. Police have not made any arrests.

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What was the calendar for January 2015?

January 2015 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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