Tuesday July 18, 2006: on this day

July 18, 2006 was the 199th day of the year 2006, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is July 18, 2006 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on July 18, 2006, who was born and died on July 18, 2006, what holidays and observances are celebrated on July 18, 2006, which were the most popular songs (ex. Promiscuous by Nelly Furtado), movies (e.g. Lord of War, directed by Andrew Niccol), TV series (e.g. Eureka) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about July 18th, 2006 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was July 18, 2006?


July 18, 2006 was a Tuesday and it was the 199th day of the year 2006 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 18, 2006 can also be written as 7/18/2006 in the US and as 18/7/2006 in UK and Europe.

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July 18, 2006: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 18, 2006:

  • The 'ss nomadic, the last floating link to 'titanic,'' returns home to a huge reception in belfast.
  • Angola's government and frente para a libertacao de enclave of cabinda have signed a peace accord that ended the independence war in cabinda. angolapress
  • 2006 israel-lebanon conflict
  • Any way possible, the west will evacuate its citizens from lebanon.
  • Israel intercepts a missile shipment from syria to hezbollah.
  • Uncertainty in the middle east has caused the nikkei225 stock market index to fall by 2.8 percent
  • Ehud olmert, prime minister of israel, vows to fight until captured soldiers are freed and israeli citizens are safe.
  • The death toll from july 2006's java earthquake and tsunami has risen to 339. the death toll will continue rising as more people go missing. bbc
  • Kufa, a southern iraqi city, is the victim of a car bomb that kills at most 15 workers and injures dozens more.
  • Two nurses from memorial medical center in new orleans were charged with murder in connection to the possible mercy killings in which 34 victims were killed in the immediate aftermath hurricane katrina.
  • With a 236-187 vote, the united states house of representatives failed to pass a constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriage. this is 47 short of what was required to pass such an amendment.
  • The u.s. state north carolina is 180 miles southeast from cape hatteras when tropical storm beryl forms. it is the second tropical hurricane to form in north atlantic during the 2006 hurricane season.
  • Princess cruises' crown princess was heavily damaged and listed, injuring many passengers. it immediately returned to port canaveral.
  • Turkey called on the united states and iraq to end the kurdish guerrillas that are based in northern iraq. it also threatened to attack rebel bases if they did not. international crisis group has released a report titled "iraq & the kurds:the brewing battle over kirkuk", which examines the seriously neglected conflict that is threatening the city of kirkuk in northern iraq. reuters alertnet la times icg report
  • Two participants died of heart failure on the first day at the 90th international four days marches nijmegen. this was due to exhaustion from the extremely hot weather in the netherlands. the organization cancels the rest of the event because it is predicted that temperatures will rise even more.
  • Israel closes haifa port following hezbollah rockets falling on the port-city. two people were injured.

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July 18, 2006: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on July 18, 2006:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $64.48
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $53.16
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $22.59
  • General Electric GE: opens at $32.36
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $73.70

Exchange Rates on July 18, 2006:

  • 1 USD = 117.29 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.1362 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.2523 CHF
  • 1 USD = 8.004 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 146.64 JPY
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July 18, 2006: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 18th is Cancer.

Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.

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

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July 18, 2006: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 18, 2006 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.

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Birth chart on this day

Discover the planets positions on July 18th, 2006 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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July 18, 2006: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 18, 2006 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 18, 2006 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 July 18, 2006 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 28% full, rising at 12:11 am and setting at 03:46 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 11, 2006 while the next full moon would come on Aug 09, 2006.

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Who was born on July 18, 2006?


Famous people born on July 18, 2006:

  • Volodar Murzin
  • Danelııa Týleshova

Whose famous birthday is on July 18th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 18th:

  • James Brolin
    James Brolin

    American actor.

  • Kristen Bell
    Kristen Bell

    Kristen bell is an american actress known for her roles in tv shows like veronica mars and the good place, as well as for voicing the...

  • Bhumi Pednekar
    Bhumi Pednekar

    Bhumi Pednekar is an Indian actress who has established herself as one of the most versatile and talented actresses in Bollywood.

  • James Cagney
    James Cagney

    James cagney was an american actor known for his energetic performances in gangster films, particularly in the 1930s.

  • Nelson Mandela
    Nelson Mandela

    South african president, a civil right hero and martyr who won victory in his lifetime crusade for non-racial south africa democracy.

  • Vin Diesel
    Vin Diesel

    Steven spielberg discovered an american actor when diesel's short film, "multi facial", (1994), which diesel had created himself, caught his...

  • Elizabeth Gilbert
    Elizabeth Gilbert

    Elizabeth gilbert is an american author known for her bestselling memoir 'eat, pray, love', which has been adapted into a film.

  • Wendy Williams
    Wendy Williams

    Wendy williams is a tv show host known for her outspoken personality and celebrity gossip segments.

  • Maria Pacôme
    Maria Pacôme

    Maria pacôme is a renowned french actress and playwright known for her comedic roles in french cinema and theater.

  • Chace Crawford
    Chace Crawford

    Chace crawford is an american actor known for his role as nate archibald on the tv series gossip girl.

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July 18, 2006: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 17 years 9 months old,

or 213 months and 9 days old,

or 927 weeks and 4 days old,

or 6493 days old,

if you were born on July 18, 2006.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 18, 2006?

There are 82 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday July 18th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 18, 2006?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on July 18, 2006.

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July 18, 2006: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on July 18, 2006:

  • Maidie Barone

    Renowned female boxer known for her skill and determination.

  • Henry Hewes

    American theater writer (d. 2006).

  • Raul Cortez

What famous deaths happened on July 18th?

Famous deaths on July 18th:

  • Alex Rocco
    Alex Rocco

    Actor (blue knight, stanley, stunt man).

  • Jack Hawkins
    Jack Hawkins

    Actor ben hur, ben-four just men, dies at 62.

  • Dietmar Schönherr
    Dietmar Schönherr

    Austrian-spanish actor, director, and screenwriter (d. 2014).

  • Jack Earle
    Jack Earle

    American sideshow performer and actor (born 1906).

  • Machine Gun Kelly
    Machine Gun Kelly

    American gangster (born 1895).

  • Adalei Austen

    Adalei Austen was a renowned English novelist whose works, such as 'Pride and Prejudice', have become timeless classics.

  • Lawsen Austen

    Lawsen Austen was a renowned English novelist of the 19th century, best known for her witty and insightful novels, including 'Pride and...

  • Wealthy Austen

    Celebrated English novelist known for her works on social commentary.

  • Janei Austen

    Renowned English novelist known for her classic works like 'Pride and Prejudice'.

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July 18, 2006: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on July 18, 2006:

  • Uruguay - Constitution Day

Observances on July 18, 2006:

  • ONU - Nelson Mandela International Day
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July 18, 2006: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on July 18, 2006 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 17th and July 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


July 18, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 18, 2006 was Promiscuous by Nelly Furtado, according to the music chart for the week July 17th and July 23rd.

July 18, 2006: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on July 18, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 17th and July 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Promiscuous
  2. - Crazy
  3. - Me & U
  4. - Hips Don't Lie
  5. - It's Goin' Down

July 18, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 18, 2006 was Hips Don't Lie by Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean, according to the music chart for the week July 17th and July 23rd.

July 18, 2006: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on July 18, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 17th and July 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Hips Don't Lie
  2. - Maneater
  3. - Smile
  4. - I Wish I Was A Punk Rocker (With Flowers In My Hair)
  5. - Buttons

July 18, 2006: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 18, 2006 was It's Goin' Down by Yung Joc, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 17th and July 23rd.

July 18, 2006: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on July 18, 2006 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 17th and July 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - It's Goin' Down
  2. - Snap Yo Fingers
  3. - Torn
  4. - So What
  5. - Why You Wanna

July 18, 2006: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on July 18, 2006 was Angelito by Don Omar, according to the Latin music chart for the week July 17th and July 23rd.

July 18, 2006: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on July 18, 2006 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week July 17th and July 23rd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Angelito
  2. - Down
  3. - Hips Don't Lie
  4. - Caile
  5. - No, No, No

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July 18, 2006: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on July 18, 2006 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Lord of War

Lord of War

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Andrew Niccol

Starring: Nicolas Cage, Ethan Hawke, Jared Leto, Bridget Moynahan

Country: United States of America

Shooter

Shooter

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Antoine Fuqua

Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Michael Peña, Rhona Mitra, Danny Glover

Country: United States of America

Fracture

Fracture

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Gregory Hoblit

Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Ryan Gosling, David Strathairn, Rosamund Pike

Country: United States of America

Bridge to Terabithia

Bridge to Terabithia

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Gabor Csupo

Starring: Josh Hutcherson, AnnaSophia Robb, Zooey Deschanel, Robert Patrick

Country: United States of America

The Kingdom

The Kingdom

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Peter Berg

Starring: Jamie Foxx, Chris Cooper, Jennifer Garner, Jason Bateman

Country: United States of America

July 18, 2006: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on July 18, 2006 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Eureka

Eureka

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Peter O'Fallon

Foursome

Foursome

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Claude d'Anna

Drop Dead Gorgeous

Drop Dead Gorgeous

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Philip Alderton

Orange Roughies

Orange Roughies

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Chris Bailey

Eine Liebe am Gardasee

Eine Liebe am Gardasee

Release year: 2006

July 18, 2006: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on July 18, 2006 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Godless by Ann Coulter

Godless

By:

"If a martian arrived in America to establish the country's official religion, he would conclude that liberalism is it. Christianity and Judaism, however, are forbidden by law.

The Omnivore'S Dilemma by Michael Pollan

The Omnivore'S Dilemma

By:

One of the New York Times Book Review's Ten Best Books of The YearWinner of James Beard AwardAuthor of #1 New York Times Bestsellers In Defense of Food & Food RulesToday, buffeted with one

Mayflower by Nathaniel Philbrick

Mayflower

By:

"Vivid, remarkably fresh...Philbrick recasts the Pilgrims to the ages." The New York Times Book ReviewFinalist in the Pulitzer Prize for HistoryNew York Times Book Review Top Ten Books of the YearHow did America start? This simple question leads the author …

Sandcastles by Luanne Rice

Sandcastles

By:

Luanne Rice is a rare novelist who captures the most important moments of our lives. This acclaimed bestseller takes readers on an unforgettable journey through the most important moments of our lives.

Angels Fall by Nora Roberts

Angels Fall

By:

The #1 New York Times Bestseller Nora Roberts explores wilds of Grand Tetons and the mysteries of love and murder in this passionate novel.

July 18, 2006: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on July 18, 2006 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Arabians Lost: The Engagement on Desert

Arabians Lost: The Engagement on Desert

Platform: Windows, PlayStation 2, Nintendo DS

Genre: Role-playing video game, visual novel

Publisher: QuinRose & Prototype

Quickspot

Quickspot

Platform: Nintendo DS, Nintendo DS Lite

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: Namco Bandai/Nintendo (Korea Version)

Buzz!: The Big Quiz

Buzz!: The Big Quiz

Platform: PlayStation 2

Genre: Party

Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment Europe

The Cheetah Girls

The Cheetah Girls

Platform: Game Boy Advance

Genre: RPG

Publisher: Buena Vista Games

Bionicle Heroes

Bionicle Heroes

Platform: Game Boy Advance; GameCube; J2ME; Microsoft Windows; Nintendo DS; PlayStation 2; Wii; Xbox 360

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Eidos Interactive; Square Enix (digital)

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Who was the US President on July 18, 2006?

On July 18, 2006 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 18, 2006?

On July 18, 2006 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on July 18, 2006?

On July 18, 2006 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about July 18th?

July 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th day of the month of July. 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 July 18th, such as:

  • 2019 - Two car bombs explode outside kandahar police headquarters, afghanistan. twelve people were killed and more than 80 others were injured.
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: siege at al-fu'ah, kafriya: as part of a deal between rebel forces with the syrian government, the evacuations of the shia towns al-fu'ah (northern idlib governorate) begin.
  • 2017 - 2017 earthquakes: a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck russia's kamchatka peninsula west of attu in the north pacific ocean. there are no immediate reports of injuries or damages; the tsunami warning was cancelled.

Find out more about July 18th

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What happened in 2006?

2006 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Sydney, Australia experiences the hottest New Year's Day ever recorded. The temperature reached 45 degrees Celsius (113 degrees Fahrenheit), sparking bushfires, and power outages.
  • A coal mine explosion in Sago, West Virginia kills 12 miners and leaves one in critical condition.
  • In the Sago Mine Disaster, near Buckhannon West Virginia, USA, twelve dead coal miners were found along with one survivor.

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What was the calendar for July 2006?

July 2006 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with July being the 7th 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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