Wednesday August 10, 2011: on this day

August 10, 2011 was the 222nd day of the year 2011, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is August 10, 2011 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 10, 2011, who was born and died on August 10, 2011, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 10, 2011, which were the most popular songs (ex. Party Rock Anthem by LMFAO), movies (e.g. Kick-Ass, directed by Matthew Vaughn), TV series (e.g. Black Dynamite) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 10th, 2011 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 10, 2011?


August 10, 2011 was a Wednesday and it was the 222nd day of the year 2011 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 10, 2011 can also be written as 8/10/2011 in the US and as 10/8/2011 in UK and Europe.

August 10, 2011 in August 2011 calendar

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August 10, 2011: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 10, 2011:

  • The people's republic of china's original aircraft carrier, varyag, a refitted soviet aircraft carrier, begins its first sea trial under chinese flag.
  • Korean peninsula:
  • According to yonhap, sources informed them that north korea plots to assassinate kim kwan jin, south korea's current defense minister.
  • Near yeonpyeong island, south korea and north korea exchange artillery fire.
  • At least 18 people are killed in a drone missile attack by the united states on pakistan's north waziristan region.
  • After sir edmund hillary, who was the first person to conquer mount everest, the south ridge of aoraki/ mount cook has been renamed hillary ridge.
  • After the united states federal reserve promised to keep interest rates at zero for two more years, stock markets in asia and australia are continuing to rebound.
  • After a six-week suspension due to safety violations, australia's civil aviation safety authority has given tiger airways permission to resume operations.
  • Australian crime figure judy moran is sentenced to 26 years in jail for her part in the murder of des ampquottuppenceampquot moran in melbourne with the actual murderer geoffrey armour also sentenced to 26 years.
  • England riots
  • Other english cities are affected by rioting, including manchester, liverpool, nottingham, birmingham and salford. however, london is relatively quiet.
  • David cameron, the prime minister of the united kingdom holds a second cabinet meeting to discuss the responses to the riots. police are authorized to use rubber bullets and water cannon.
  • To combat disorder and riots, police from scotland are sent to england.
  • News international phone hacking scandal
  • News international phone hacking scandal: greg miskiw, former news of the world news editor is arrested and later released as the investigation into phone hacking continues.
  • Korean peninsula: yonhap news reports that sources informed them that north korea plotted to assassinate kim kwan jin, south korea's current defense minister. (yonhap news). north and south korea exchange artillery firing near yeonpyeong island.
  • The people's republic of china's trade surplus rose to us$31.5billion in july, its highest level in more than two years.
  • England riots.: rioting occurs in other english cities, including manchester, salford and liverpool. however, london remains relatively quiet. (bbc). david cameron, the prime minister of the united kingdom holds a second cabinet meeting to discuss the response to the riots. police are authorized to use rubber bullets and water cannon. (cnn). (the guardian) police from scotland send officers to england to combat disorder and riots.

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August 10, 2011: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on August 10, 2011:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $70.74
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $371.15
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $24.95
  • General Electric GE: opens at $15.85
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $168.18

Exchange Rates on August 10, 2011:

  • 1 USD = 76.78 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.9944 CAD
  • 1 USD = 0.7269 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.4182 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 108.73 JPY
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August 10, 2011: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 10th 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 10, 2011: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 10, 2011 is Rabbit and the associated element is Metal.

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August 10, 2011: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 10, 2011 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 10, 2011 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 10, 2011 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 93% full, rising at 05:56 pm and setting at 03:47 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 15, 2011 while the next full moon would come on Aug 13, 2011.

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Who was born on August 10, 2011?


Famous people born on August 10, 2011:

  • Jeremy Maguire

Whose famous birthday is on August 10th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 10th:

  • Mahesh Babu
    Mahesh Babu

    Mahesh babu is a prominent indian actor known for his work in telugu cinema.

  • Justin Theroux
    Justin Theroux

    Justin theroux is an american actor known for his roles in tv shows like the leftovers and films like mulholland drive and the girl on the...

  • Antonio Banderas
    Antonio Banderas

    He was a spanish actor who became a well-known leading man in spanish films.

  • Norma Shearer
    Norma Shearer

    Norma Shearer was a Canadian-American actress who was popular in the 1920s and 1930s.

  • Rosanna Arquette
    Rosanna Arquette

    American actress, born to a family of three generations liberal actors.

  • Angie Harmon
    Angie Harmon

    Angie harmon is an american actress and model known for her roles in tv shows such as law & order and rizzoli & isles.

  • Devon Aoki
    Devon Aoki

    Devon Aoki is a well-known model and actress.

  • Eddie Fisher
    Eddie Fisher

    American crooner from the 1950's.

  • Rhonda Fleming
    Rhonda Fleming

    American actress.

  • Diane Venora
    Diane Venora

    American actress.

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August 10, 2011: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 12 years 8 months old,

or 152 months and 17 days old,

or 663 weeks and 3 days old,

or 4644 days old,

if you were born on August 10, 2011.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 10, 2011?

There are 105 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 10th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 10, 2011?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 10, 2011.

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August 10, 2011: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 10, 2011:

  • Zema Williams

    Legendary wrestler who made a mark in the wrestling world.

  • Billy Grammer

    American singer-songwriter and guitarist (b. 1925).

  • Francisco Bullrich
  • Oldřich Machač
  • John Bree
  • Jani Lane
  • Moraíto Chico
  • Lilia Michel

What famous deaths happened on August 10th?

Famous deaths on August 10th:

  • Isaac Hayes
    Isaac Hayes

    American singer, composer and black performer.

  • Raquel Torres
    Raquel Torres

    Raquel Torres was a Mexican-American actress who appeared in several Hollywood films during the 1920s and 1930s.

  • Dick Foran
    Dick Foran

    Flemington (new jersey) -- actor (ok crackerby).

  • Rex Cherryman
    Rex Cherryman

    American actor (born 1897).

  • Laylin Olsen

    Bestselling author of several acclaimed novels.

  • Sayeed Abubakar

    Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.

  • Alleta Jacobs

    Dutch suffragette and author known for her feminist writings.

  • Lysbeth de Vos

    Notable chemist known for her groundbreaking research in organic chemistry.

  • Jemina Boone

    Wife of famous frontiersman Daniel Boone.

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August 10, 2011: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 10, 2011:

  • Roman festivals - Opalia, festival in honor of Ops
  • Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 3 saints: St. Laurence
  • Prisoner's Justice Day - Canada.
  • Independence Day in Ecuador -- Movement began in Quito in 1809. Independence not achieved till May 1822.
  • St. Deusdedit
  • Ancient Latvia - Labrenca Diena held
  • St. Blaan
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August 10, 2011: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 10, 2011 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 8th and August 14th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 10, 2011: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 10, 2011 was Party Rock Anthem by LMFAO, according to the music chart for the week August 8th and August 14th.

August 10, 2011: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 10, 2011 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 8th and August 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Party Rock Anthem
  2. - Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.) youtube
  3. - Super Bass
  4. - Give Me Everything
  5. - How To Love

August 10, 2011: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 10, 2011 was I'm On One by DJ Khaled Featuring Drake, Rick Ross & Lil Wayne, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 8th and August 14th.

August 10, 2011: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 10, 2011 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 8th and August 14th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - I'm On One
  2. - Motivation
  3. - Sure Thing
  4. - How To Love
  5. - She Ain't You

August 10, 2011: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 10, 2011 was Taboo by Don Omar, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 8th and August 14th.

August 10, 2011: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 10, 2011 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 8th and August 14th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Taboo
  2. - Give Me Everything
  3. - You
  4. - Ven A Bailar
  5. - Amor Clandestino

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August 10, 2011: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 10, 2011 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Kick-Ass

Kick-Ass

Release year: 2011

Directed by: Matthew Vaughn

Starring: Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Nicolas Cage, Chloë Grace Moretz, Garrett M. Brown

Country: United States of America

Let Me In

Let Me In

Release year: 2011

Directed by: Matt Reeves

Starring: Kodi Smit-McPhee, Chloë Grace Moretz, Richard Jenkins, Cara Buono

Country: United States of America

Rabbit Hole

Rabbit Hole

Release year: 2011

Directed by: John Cameron Mitchell

Starring: Nicole Kidman, Aaron Eckhart, Dianne Wiest, Miles Teller

Country: United States of America

The Debt

The Debt

Release year: 2011

Directed by: John Madden

Starring: Helen Mirren, Sam Worthington, Tom Wilkinson, Ciarán Hinds

Country: United States of America

Bridesmaids

Bridesmaids

Release year: 2011

Directed by: Paul Feig

Starring: Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph, Rose Byrne, Terry Crews

Country: United States of America

August 10, 2011: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 10, 2011 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Black Dynamite

Black Dynamite

Release year: 2011

Directed by: Scott Sanders

Dirty Money

Dirty Money

Release year: 2011

Directed by: Adam Tysoe

Against the Wall

Against the Wall

Release year: 2011

Directed by: John Frankenheimer

Sweet Home Alabama

Sweet Home Alabama

Release year: 2011

Directed by: WDP

The Division

The Division

Release year: 2011

Directed by: Eric Won

August 10, 2011: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 10, 2011 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Bourne Dominion by Eric Van Lustbader

The Bourne Dominion

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Jason Bourne is on the lookout for a group of terrorists who are plotting to destroy America's most important natural resources. His long-time friend General Boris Karpov is his new friend.

The Greater Journey by David McCullough

The Greater Journey

By:

This #1 Bestseller tells the incredible story of American writers, artists, and doctors who traveled to Paris as the intellectual, scientific and artistic capital of Europe.

A Stolen Life by Jaycee Dugard

A Stolen Life

By:

Jaycee Dugard's powerful and raw memoir is a New York Times #1 bestseller. It tells her story of being kidnapped and held captive for over 18 years.

Split Second by Catherine Coulter

Split Second

By:

An alleged woman-killer is out on the loose and FBI agents Dillon Savich & Lacey Sherlock are on duty to stop him.

The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

The Hunger Games

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The nation of Panem is a shining Capitol that lies within the ruin of an area once called North America. It is surrounded by twelve outlying areas. The districts waged war against the Capitol long ago and were defeated.

August 10, 2011: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 10, 2011 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

BloodRayne: Betrayal

BloodRayne: Betrayal

Platform: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Microsoft Windows

Genre: Action, hack and slash, platform

Publisher: JP Arc System Works (PS3); NA Majesco Entertainment (PS3, X360); WW Midnight City (PC)

Cabals: Magic & Battle Cards

Cabals: Magic & Battle Cards

Platform: Browser, iPhone, iPad, Android, Windows, Macintosh, Windows Phone 8

Genre: Trading Card Game

Cubixx HD

Cubixx HD

Platform: PlayStation 3, Microsoft Windows

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: Laughing Jackal Ghostlight (PC)

Bit.Trip Complete

Bit.Trip Complete

Platform: Wii

Genre: Action, Music

Publisher: Aksys Games (NA) Rising Star Games (EU)

Darkest Hour: A Hearts of Iron Game

Darkest Hour: A Hearts of Iron Game

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Real-time grand strategy

Publisher: Paradox Interactive

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Who was the US President on August 10, 2011?

On August 10, 2011 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 10, 2011?

On August 10, 2011 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 10, 2011?

On August 10, 2011 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about August 10th?

August 10th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 10th 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 10th, such as:

  • 2018 - Ghazni offensive, war in afghanistan: the taliban launch a large-scale military offensive in an attempt to take over ghazni in the southeastern part of afghanistan. this is a provincial capital located on the kabul–kandahar highway. they take over a portion of the city.
  • 2017 - Economy of the united states: new york state's gatehouse media has announced an agreement to purchase 11 u.s. newspapers owned by morris communications, georgia. the deal includes the log cabin democrat, which was founded in 1879 and three alaskan newspapers, the juneau empire clarion, peninsula clarion, and homer news. the deal is expected close by october 2. (adweek.) dineequity announced that it will close 160 applebee's restaurants and ihop restaurants.
  • 2016 - Ukrainian crisis: russia’s federal security service (fsb), claims it has stopped two armed ukrainian incursions in crimea. at least one of the officers was killed after a "massive fight" with "sabotage terrorist" groups. the russian claims are denied by ukraine.

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What happened in 2011?

2011 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Heritage Numismatic Auctions, Tampa, Florida conducts coin auctions at FUN Convention (January 9-9).
  • Heritage Auction Galleries holds its Heritage Auctions Signature currency auction at the Florida United Numismatists convention, Tampa, Florida. A Series 1861 US10 demand paper, handwritten "for" the only known one, VG-8, goes for $109,250.
  • US Mint Director Edmund Moy resigns.

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What was the calendar for August 2011?

August 2011 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.

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