Tuesday August 22, 2017: on this day

August 22, 2017 was the 234th day of the year 2017, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is August 22, 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 22, 2017, who was born and died on August 22, 2017, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 22, 2017, which were the most popular songs (ex. Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber), movies (e.g. The Lost City of Z, directed by James Gray), TV series (e.g. Good Game) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 22nd, 2017 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 22, 2017?


August 22, 2017 was a Tuesday and it was the 234th day of the year 2017 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 22, 2017 can also be written as 8/22/2017 in the US and as 22/8/2017 in UK and Europe.

August 22, 2017 in August 2017 calendar

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August 22, 2017: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 22, 2017:

  • Conflict at ain al-hilweh: three more palestinians were injured in renewed clashes between islamist extremists, the fatah-supported joint palestinian security force and the ain al-hilweh palestinian refuge camp.
  • Tourism in the philippines: viacom international media networks announced that it is no longer interested in a nickelodeon-themed resort and underwater park in palawan, philippines. environmentalist groups have voiced concern about the proposed resort, which was announced in january. they fear that it will damage the marine ecosystem of the area, which is home to two unesco world heritage sites.
  • Viacom international media networks announced that it is no longer interested in a nickelodeon-themed resort and theme park in palawan, philippines. environmentalist groups were critical of the project announced in january. they fear that the resort could destroy the marine ecosystem which is home to two unesco world heritage sites.
  • 2017 maritime incidents: at least ten people are killed when the passenger ship comandante ribeiro crashes in the xingu river, near porto de moz in brazil.
  • At least ten people are killed when the passenger ship comandante ribeiro, near porto de moz in brazil, sinks in the xingu river.
  • India's triple talaq: the supreme court of india has declared the "triple talaq" an islamic practice that allows men to divorce immediately, unconstitutional.
  • 2017-2018 nba season transactions: the boston celtics and cleveland cavaliers swap all-star point guards in the nba. kyrie irving and isaiah thomas will be going to the celtics and isaiah thomas to the cavaliers. the celtics also send jae crowder, cavaliers' center ante zizic and a 2018 draft pick they previously acquired from the brooklyn nets, to the celtics.
  • The nba has the boston celtics and cleveland cavaliers swap all-star point guards. kyrie irving will go to the celtics and kyrie thomas to the cavaliers. the celtics send jae crowder, cavaliers' center ante zizic and a 2018 draft pick they previously acquired from the brooklyn nets, as well.

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August 22, 2017: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on August 22, 2017:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $76.55
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $158.23
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $72.35
  • General Electric GE: opens at $24.57
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $140.64

Exchange Rates on August 22, 2017:

  • 1 USD = 0.8498 EUR
  • 1 USD = 109.676 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.7798 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.2637 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.2566 CAD
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August 22, 2017: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 22nd 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 22, 2017: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 22, 2017 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on August 22nd, 2017 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 22, 2017: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 22, 2017 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 22, 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 22, 2017 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 6% full, rising at 07:01 am and setting at 08:59 pm.

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 22, 2017?


Whose famous birthday is on August 22nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 22nd:

  • Dua Lipa
    Dua Lipa

    Dua lipa is a british pop singer known for hits like 'new rules' and 'don't start now'.

  • James Corden
    James Corden

    James corden is a british comedian and actor, best known for hosting the late late show and for his role in the film into the woods.

  • Kristen Wiig
    Kristen Wiig

    Kristen wiig is an american comedian known for her work on saturday night live and her roles in popular comedy films such as bridesmaids and...

  • Tori Amos
    Tori Amos

    American singer-songwriter.

  • Rodrigo Santoro
    Rodrigo Santoro

    Rodrigo santoro is a brazilian actor known for his roles in popular films such as 300 and love actually.

  • Richard Armitage
    Richard Armitage

    Richard armitage is an english actor known for his roles in the hobbit film series and the tv series north & south.

  • Ray Bradbury
    Ray Bradbury

    American sci-fi and fantasy writer, widely admired and well-known.

  • Honor Blackman
    Honor Blackman

    British actress.

  • Leni Riefenstahl
    Leni Riefenstahl

    Leni riefenstahl, a german film director and producer, screenwriter, editor.

  • Micheline Presle
    Micheline Presle

    French actress on film/stage/tv, 1939.

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August 22, 2017: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 6 years 7 months old,

or 79 months and 6 days old,

or 344 weeks and 2 days old,

or 2410 days old,

if you were born on August 22, 2017.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 22, 2017?

There are 147 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 22nd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 22, 2017?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on August 22, 2017.

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August 22, 2017: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 22, 2017:

  • Michael J. C. Gordon

    British computer scientist (b. 1948).

  • John Abercrombie
  • Attilio Cantoni
  • Mario Milita

What famous deaths happened on August 22nd?

Famous deaths on August 22nd:

  • Colleen Dewhurst
    Colleen Dewhurst

    Colleen Dewhurst was a Canadian-American actress known for her work on stage and screen, winning two Tony Awards.

  • Sebastian Cabot
    Sebastian Cabot

    Actor and singer from english-canadian (d. 1977).

  • Laurelyn Joyner

    Set multiple world records in long jump.

  • Dorotea Mackiewicz

    Pioneering investigative journalist known for her fearless reporting on corruption.

  • Antario Dubois

    Antario Dubois was a renowned French composer and pianist known for his innovative classical music compositions.

  • Fayne Blackwood

    Fayne Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her historical fiction novels that brought to life the stories of forgotten...

  • Arwilda Wimmer

    American actress known for her roles in classic films.

  • Yarrow

    Renowned folk singer known for his contributions to the music industry.

  • Maridee Clark

    Renowned actress known for her roles in classic Hollywood films.

  • Jackob Bronowski

    Polish-British mathematician known for his contributions to the history of science.

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August 22, 2017: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 22, 2017:

  • RC feasts - Mary queen of angels

Observances on August 22, 2017:

  • International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
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August 22, 2017: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 22, 2017 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 21st and August 27th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 22, 2017: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 22, 2017 was Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber, according to the music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.

August 22, 2017: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 22, 2017 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 21st and August 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Despacito
  2. - Wild Thoughts
  3. - Unforgettable
  4. - Believer
  5. - Attention

August 22, 2017: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 22, 2017 was Wild Thoughts by DJ Khaled Featuring Rihanna & Bryson Tiller, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.

August 22, 2017: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 22, 2017 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 21st and August 27th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Wild Thoughts
  2. - Unforgettable
  3. - That's What I Like
  4. - Bodak Yellow (Money Moves)
  5. - I'm The One

August 22, 2017: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 22, 2017 was Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.

August 22, 2017: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 22, 2017 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 21st and August 27th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

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

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August 22, 2017: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 22, 2017 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

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

Suburbicon

Suburbicon

Release year: 2017

Directed by: George Clooney

Starring: Matt Damon, Julianne Moore, Oscar Isaac, Noah Jupe

Country: United States of America

USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage

USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Mario Van Peebles

Starring: Nicolas Cage, Tom Sizemore, Thomas Jane, Matt Lanter

Country: United States of America

August 22, 2017: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 22, 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:

Good Game

Good Game

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Mary Ratliff

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

Gypsy

Gypsy

Release year: 2017

Starring: Gypsy Rose Lee, Iris Adrian

Country: United States of America

August 22, 2017: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 22, 2017 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Store by James Patterson, Richard DiLallo

The Store

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THE STORE WATCHES YOU. Megan Brandeis and Jacob Brandeis have been hired by the ultra-secretive, mega-successful Store. Seems perfect. Seems secure. Their lives will be anything but perfect and safe.

Seeing Red by Sandra Brown

Seeing Red

By:

Sandra Brown, #1 New York Times Bestseller, delivers unstoppable suspense and intense sexual tension in her thriller about tainted heroes and vengeance with no mercy. Kerra Bailey, a TV journalist on the hunt for a story that will propel her …

The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls

The Glass Castle

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Lionsgate has now released a major motion picture starring Brie Larson and Woody Harrelson. MORE THAN SEVENT YEARS ON THE NEW YORK TIMES bestselling bestseller list The extraordinary, unique, and "nothing less than spectacular" memoir of one of the most …

August 22, 2017: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 22, 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 22, 2017?

On August 22, 2017 the US President was Donald John Trump (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 2017?

On August 22, 2017 the UK Prime Minister was Theresa May (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 22, 2017?

On August 22, 2017 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about August 22nd?

August 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd 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 22nd, such as:

  • 2018 - According to senior industry sources, the previously announced initial public offer of saudi aramco was canceled.
  • 2017 - Conflict at ain al-hilweh: three more palestinians were injured in renewed clashes between islamist extremists, the fatah-supported joint palestinian security force and the ain al-hilweh palestinian refuge camp.
  • 2016 - 2016 pacific typhoon season: typhoon mindulle is expected to make landfall close to tokyo, japan. train services and flights will be cancelled. it will arrive one day after typhoon kompasu. (bloomberg),

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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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