Thursday August 10, 2017: on this day

August 10, 2017 was the 222nd day of the year 2017, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is August 10, 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 August 10, 2017, who was born and died on August 10, 2017, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 10, 2017, which were the most popular songs (ex. Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber), movies (e.g. American Made, directed by Doug Liman), TV series (e.g. The Layover) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 10th, 2017 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 10, 2017?


August 10, 2017 was a Thursday and it was the 222nd day of the year 2017 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 10, 2017 can also be written as 8/10/2017 in the US and as 10/8/2017 in UK and Europe.

August 10, 2017 in August 2017 calendar

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August 10, 2017: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 10, 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.
  • New york state-based 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, as well as three alaskan newspapers, the juneau empire clarion, peninsula clarion, and homer news. the deal is expected close in october 2.
  • Dineequity announced that it will close 160 applebee's restaurants and ihop restaurants.
  • Migrant crisis: according to the united nations international organization for migration, in the past two days, migrants have been thrown from ethiopia and other horn of africa countries by smugglers into the yemeni sea off the coast. over 50 refugees drowned, with more than 30 still missing.
  • According to the united nations international organization for migration, in the past two days, migrants from ethiopia and other horn of africa countries have been flung into the waters off yemen. over 50 refugees drowned, with more than 30 still missing.
  • Road accidents in china: a total of 36 people are killed in a bus accident in china's shaanxi province. the bus was traveling between chengdu, luoyang.
  • At least 36 people die in a bus crash in china's shaanxi province. the bus was traveling between chengdu, luoyang.
  • Canada-cuba relations, cuba/united states relations. the canadian government has confirmed that at least one of its diplomats in havana was treated for hearing loss. this follows yesterday's report about similar injuries to american diplomats. officials from the united states claim that the problem began in the fall 2016. according to the cuban foreign ministry, it was informed about the incidents in february 2016 and has been conducting investigations since then.
  • According to the canadian government, at least one canadian diplomat in havana has been diagnosed with hearing loss. this follows yesterday's report about similar injuries among american diplomats. officials from the united states claim that the problem began in the fall 2016. according to the cuban foreign ministry, it was informed about the incidents in february 2016 and has been conducting investigations since then.
  • Mayor of tehran: the city council unanimously elects mohammad-ali najafi, a reformist candidate, to the office of mayor of tehran. this ends the 12-year-old tenure of principlist mohammad-bagher ghalibaf.

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August 10, 2017: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on August 10, 2017:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $79.76
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $159.90
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $71.90
  • General Electric GE: opens at $25.71
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $141.64

Exchange Rates on August 10, 2017:

  • 1 USD = 0.8497 EUR
  • 1 USD = 109.157 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.7707 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.2714 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.2742 CAD

August 10, 2017: What were the main match results that day?

Liga I - Football (Portugal)

  • Guimaraes - Chaves : 3 - 2
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August 10, 2017: 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, 2017: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 10, 2017 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on August 10th, 2017 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 10, 2017: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 10, 2017 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 10, 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 August 10, 2017 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 84% full, rising at 09:46 pm and setting at 09:52 am.

The previous full moon was on Aug 07, 2017 while the next full moon would come on Sep 06, 2017.

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Who was born on August 10, 2017?


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


You are 6 years 8 months old,

or 80 months and 9 days old,

or 349 weeks and 1 day old,

or 2444 days old,

if you were born on August 10, 2017.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 10, 2017?

There are 113 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, 2017?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on August 10, 2017.

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August 10, 2017: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 10, 2017:

  • Kim Wall

    Swedish journalist known for her investigative reporting.

  • Vijay Nambisan

    Indian poet and writer known for his contributions to Indian English literature.

  • Lowell Green

    Noted poet known for his evocative and introspective works.

  • Ruth Pfau

    German-pakistani doctor and nun (b. 1929).

  • Luciano Guerzoni
  • Gianna Spagnulo

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.

  • Zema Williams

    Legendary wrestler who made a mark in the wrestling world.

  • 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.

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August 10, 2017: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 10, 2017:

  • 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, 2017: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 10, 2017 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 7th and August 13th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 10, 2017: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 10, 2017 was Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber, according to the music chart for the week August 7th and August 13th.

August 10, 2017: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 10, 2017 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 7th and August 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Despacito
  2. - Wild Thoughts
  3. - That's What I Like
  4. - I'm The One
  5. - Believer

August 10, 2017: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 10, 2017 was Wild Thoughts by DJ Khaled Featuring Rihanna & Bryson Tiller, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 7th and August 13th.

August 10, 2017: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 10, 2017 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 7th and August 13th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Wild Thoughts
  2. - That's What I Like
  3. - I'm The One
  4. - Unforgettable
  5. - Congratulations

August 10, 2017: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 10, 2017 was Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 7th and August 13th.

August 10, 2017: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 10, 2017 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 7th and August 13th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Despacito
  2. - Mi Gente
  3. - Felices Los 4
  4. - Escapate Conmigo
  5. - Imitadora

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August 10, 2017: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 10, 2017 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

American Made

American Made

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Doug Liman

Starring: Tom Cruise, Domhnall Gleeson, Sarah Wright, Jesse Plemons

Country: United States of America

Cars 3

Cars 3

Release year: 2017

Written by:

Directed by: Brian Fee

Starring: Owen Wilson, Cristela Alonzo, Chris Cooper, Nathan Fillion

Country: United States of America

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

August 10, 2017: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 10, 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:

The Layover

The Layover

Release year: 2017

Directed by: William H. Macy

Somewhere Between

Somewhere Between

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Linda Goldstein Knowlton

Gypsy

Gypsy

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Emile Ardolino

Love Connection

Love Connection

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Joseph L Leath

Wonder Woman

Wonder Woman

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Patty Jenkins

August 10, 2017: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 10, 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 August 10, 2017?

On August 10, 2017 the US President was Donald John Trump (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 10, 2017?

On August 10, 2017 the UK Prime Minister was Theresa May (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 10, 2017?

On August 10, 2017 the Pope was Francis.

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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 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 August 2017?

August 2017 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 2017 calendar looked like.

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