Wednesday October 23, 2013: on this day

October 23, 2013 was the 296th day of the year 2013, under the sign of Scorpio and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is October 23, 2013 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on October 23, 2013, who was born and died on October 23, 2013, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 23, 2013, which were the most popular songs (ex. Royals by Lorde), movies (e.g. Prisoners, directed by Denis Villeneuve), TV series (e.g. Hinterland) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 23rd, 2013 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 23, 2013?


October 23, 2013 was a Wednesday and it was the 296th day of the year 2013 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 23, 2013 can also be written as 10/23/2013 in the US and as 23/10/2013 in UK and Europe.

October 23, 2013 in October 2013 calendar

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October 23, 2013: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 23, 2013:

  • Syrian civil war: the al-nusra front seizes the syriac orthodox village of sadad. at least 9 people are killed and heavy fighting breaks out with syrian army forces. (reuters) syrian rebels attacked a gas pipeline near damascus international airport, causing a power outage across the country.
  • Al-nusra front seizes sadad, a syriac orthodox village. at least 9 people are killed and heavy fighting is sparked by the syrian army forces.
  • Damascus international airport is attacked by rebels from syria, causing an outage across the country.
  • Two islamist militants and eight police officers are killed in clashes in southern tunisia.
  • Two chadian soldiers are killed and six others are injured by a suicide bomber who attacked a checkpoint at the entrance to tessalit in northern mali.
  • An explosion in bani jamra village, east of manama, kills a teenager from bahrain.
  • China and india sign a new agreement on border defense that aims to improve bilateral relations.
  • Iran spares the life a drug dealer convicted who survived being hanged.
  • A danvers high school student aged 14 is charged with murdering his math teacher and then dumping his body in the woods.
  • Tunisia 2013 protests: tunisians protest in the streets for an islamist government under the ennahda movement. they are calling for its resignation hours before the crisis talks between government leaders and the opposition.
  • Tunisian protestors in large numbers call for the resignation of the ennahda movement-led islamist government hours before the crisis talks between government leaders and the opposition.
  • Rare appeal is made by a chinese newspaper for the release of a journalist being held by police.
  • Following the disputed july elections, which saw incumbent prime minister hun sin reelected, thousands of supporters of the opposition protested in phnom penh.
  • Obama's staff unmasked and fired a national-security official who had tweeted criticisms under a pseudonym.
  • 2013 world series: jon lester, red sox win the first game against the cardinals' error-prone cardinals

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October 23, 2013: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on October 23, 2013:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $87.52
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $519.00
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $34.35
  • General Electric GE: opens at $25.99
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $175.09

Exchange Rates on October 23, 2013:

  • 1 USD = 97.32 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0382 CAD
  • 1 USD = 0.8922 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.0835 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 134.05 JPY
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October 23, 2013: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 23rd is Scorpio.

Scorpio is the 8th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between October 23rd and November 21st belong to the Scorpio sign: discover Scorpio personality and who should a Scorpio marry.

Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 23, 2013: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 23, 2013 is Snake and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on October 23rd, 2013 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 23, 2013: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 23, 2013 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 23, 2013 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 October 23, 2013 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 71% full, rising at 09:30 pm and setting at 12:17 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 18, 2013 while the next full moon would come on Nov 17, 2013.

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Who was born on October 23, 2013?


Whose famous birthday is on October 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 23rd:

  • Emilia Clarke
    Emilia Clarke

    Emilia clarke is a british actress best known for her role as daenerys targaryen in the television series game of thrones.

  • Ryan Reynolds
    Ryan Reynolds

    Canadian-american actor, most well-known for his role on the tv sitcom "two guys, a girl, and a pizza place.

  • Johnny Carson
    Johnny Carson

    American television personality, who was reportedly the host of the tonight show from october 1, 1962 to a salary of $100,000 per year.

  • Nancy Grace
    Nancy Grace

    Nancy grace is an american former prosecutor who gained fame as a legal commentator and television host, known for her outspoken and...

  • Amandla Stenberg
    Amandla Stenberg

    Amandla stenberg is a movie actress known for her roles in the hunger games and the hate u give.

  • Michael Crichton
    Michael Crichton

    American author, best-selling sci-fi thriller writer.

  • Dwight Yoakam
    Dwight Yoakam

    American country western singer, recording artist and actor 6 feet tall.

  • Diana Dors
    Diana Dors

    British actress, with a large breast and who was often a good-time girl.

  • Sam Raimi
    Sam Raimi

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

  • Jennie Lee
    Jennie Lee

    American exotic dancer and stripper, known for being "the biggest in town.

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October 23, 2013: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 10 years 6 months old,

or 126 months and 3 days old,

or 548 weeks and 2 days old,

or 3838 days old,

if you were born on October 23, 2013.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 23, 2013?

There are 180 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 23rd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 23, 2013?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on October 23, 2013.

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October 23, 2013: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 23, 2013:

  • Anthony Caro

    English illustrator and sculptor (d. 2013).

  • Niall Donohue

    Irish hurler (b. 1990).

  • Bill Mazer

    Ukrainian-american journalist and sportscaster (b. 1920).

  • Wes Bialosuknia

    American basketball player (b. 1945).

  • Gypie Mayo

    English guitarist and songwriter (dr.

  • Manfred Zucker
  • Barnaba Hechich
  • Ettore Perego
  • Silvio Graziadio Cusin
  • Ene-Lille Kitsing
  • Renzo Righetti
  • Sandra Frizzera
  • Ferdinando Schettino
  • Esteban Siller

What famous deaths happened on October 23rd?

Famous deaths on October 23rd:

  • Lino Ventura
    Lino Ventura

    Actor (french detective slap, jigsaw), dies at 67.

  • Oskar Werner
    Oskar Werner

    A renowned Austrian actor known for his roles in films like 'Jules and Jim'.

  • Linden Travers
    Linden Travers

    British actress known for her roles in classic films.

  • Lou Jacobi
    Lou Jacobi

    Toronto, ontario -- comedian (dean martin show, melba).

  • Susan Peters
    Susan Peters

    Spokane, washington -- actress.

  • Robert Lansing
    Robert Lansing

    Actor (blade runner and equalizer) dies from cancer at 66.

  • Khrystian Dior

    Renowned fashion designer known for founding the fashion house of Dior.

  • Mayling Soong

    Chinese political figure and First Lady of the Republic of China.

  • Théophile Gautier

    A prominent figure in French Romanticism, known for his poetry and novels.

  • Paullette Bourgeois

    Paullette Bourgeois was a Canadian children's author best known for her 'Franklin the Turtle' book series.

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October 23, 2013: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 23, 2013:

  • Chemistry: Mole Day
  • Astrology: First day of sun sign Scorpio in Western tropical astrology.
  • Hungary - National Day (revolution of 1956 and the proclamation of the Republic of Hungary in 1989)
  • Also see October 23 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • R.C. Saints - Saint Giovanni da Capistrano; Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius
  • French Republican Calendar - CTleri (Celery) Day, second day in the Month of Brumaire
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October 23, 2013: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 23, 2013 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 21st and October 27th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 23, 2013: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 23, 2013 was Royals by Lorde, according to the music chart for the week October 21st and October 27th.

October 23, 2013: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 23, 2013 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 21st and October 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Royals
  2. - Wrecking Ball
  3. - Roar
  4. - Wake Me Up!
  5. - Hold On, We're Going Home

October 23, 2013: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 23, 2013 was Hold On, We're Going Home by Drake Featuring Majid Jordan, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 21st and October 27th.

October 23, 2013: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 23, 2013 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 21st and October 27th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Hold On, We're Going Home
  2. - Holy Grail
  3. - Blurred Lines
  4. - 23
  5. - Berzerk

October 23, 2013: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on October 23, 2013 was Darte Un Beso by Prince Royce, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 21st and October 27th.

October 23, 2013: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on October 23, 2013 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 21st and October 27th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Darte Un Beso
  2. - Propuesta Indecente
  3. - Loco
  4. - Vivir Mi Vida
  5. - El Ruido de Tus Zapatos

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October 23, 2013: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 23, 2013 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Prisoners

Prisoners

Release year: 2013

Directed by: Denis Villeneuve

Starring: Hugh Jackman, Jake Gyllenhaal, Viola Davis, Melissa Leo

Country: United States of America

Winter's Tale

Winter's Tale

Release year: 2013

Directed by: Akiva Goldsman

Starring: Colin Farrell, Jessica Brown Findlay, Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly

Country: United States of America

Bullet to the Head

Bullet to the Head

Release year: 2013

Directed by: Walter Hill

Starring: Sylvester Stallone, Jason Momoa, Christian Slater, Sung Kang

Country: United States of America

42

42

Release year: 2013

Directed by: Brian Helgeland

Starring: Chadwick Boseman, Harrison Ford, Christopher Meloni

Country: United States of America

Ain't Them Bodies Saints

Ain't Them Bodies Saints

Release year: 2013

Directed by: David Lowery

Starring: Casey Affleck, Rooney Mara, Ben Foster, Keith Carradine, Nate Parker, Rami Malek

Country: United States of America

October 23, 2013: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 23, 2013 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Hinterland

Hinterland

Release year: 2013

Directed by: Jost Althoff

Side Effects

Side Effects

Release year: 2013

Directed by: Steven Soderbergh

Ravenswood

Ravenswood

Release year: 2013

Directed by: JD Cohen

Verliefd op Ibiza

Verliefd op Ibiza

Release year: 2013

Man Down

Man Down

Release year: 2013

Directed by: Dito Montiel

October 23, 2013: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 23, 2013 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Killing Jesus by Bill O'Reilly and Martin Dugard

Killing Jesus

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Millions of readers have enjoyed the bestselling books Killing Kennedy and Killing Lincoln by Bill O'Reilly, historian Martin Dugard and other nonfiction works that have revolutionized how we read historical literature.

The Circle by Dave Eggers

The Circle

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The Circle, Dave Eggers' new novel, is exhilarating and was a finalist for the National Book Award. When

Practice To Deceive by Ann Rule

Practice To Deceive

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Ann Rule is "America's most trusted true-crime author" (Kirkus Reviews). Ann Rule has written the New York Times bestseller mystery novel, Drama, Greed, Sex, Scandal, and Murder on an eerie Pacific island.

Dog Songs by Mary Oliver

Dog Songs

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"The popularity [of Dog Songs] feels almost as expected and welcome as a wagging Tail upon homecoming." --The Boston Globe Mary Oliver's Dog Songs celebrates the special bond between humans

Tip And The Gipper by Chris Matthews

Tip And The Gipper

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TIP AND THE GUIPER is a remarkable personal history of two political adversaries who worked together to the benefit of the country.

October 23, 2013: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on October 23, 2013 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Battle Bears Gold

Battle Bears Gold

Platform: iOS; Android

Genre: Third-person shooter

Publisher: SkyVu Entertainment Incorporated

Charlie Murder

Charlie Murder

Platform: Xbox 360

Genre: Action role-playing game, Beat 'em up

Publisher: Microsoft Game Studios

FIFA 14

FIFA 14

Platform: Android iOS Windows Phone 8 Java ME Nintendo 3DS PlayStation 2 PlayStation 3 PlayStation 4 PlayStation Portable PlayStation Vita Wii Microsoft Windows Xbox 360 Xbox One

Genre: Sports

Publisher: EA Sports

Disgaea D2: A Brighter Darkness

Disgaea D2: A Brighter Darkness

Platform: PlayStation 3

Genre: Tactical role-playing

Publisher: JP Nippon Ichi Software; WW NIS America

Adventure Time: Explore the Dungeon Because I Don't Know!

Adventure Time: Explore the Dungeon Because I Don't Know!

Platform: Microsoft Windows PlayStation 3 Xbox 360 Wii U Nintendo 3DS

Genre: Action-adventure, dungeon crawler

Publisher: PAL Bandai Namco Games

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Who was the US President on October 23, 2013?

On October 23, 2013 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 23, 2013?

On October 23, 2013 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on October 23, 2013?

On October 23, 2013 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about October 23rd?

October 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of October. 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 October 23rd, such as:

  • 2018 - Ancient black sea shipwrecks: a team of scientists who work in the black sea reported on the discovery of a classical greek trade ship that was built around 400 bc. it is the oldest intact shipwreck.
  • 2017 - Battle of marawi: after 5 months of fighting, the philippines armed forces announces an end of military operations in marawi's southern region.
  • 2016 - Yemeni civil war (2015-present). saudi arabian-led air strikes on yemeni capital sana'a continue after a cease-fire.

Find out more about October 23rd

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What happened in 2013?

2013 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Syrian civil war: There are violent clashes near Aleppo International Airport, in the Battle of Aleppo in Syria. Unconfirmed reports suggest that it has been temporarily shut down.
  • Gunmen ambush a van carrying workers from a Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provincial, Pakistan, to kill five female teachers as well as two others in North-West Pakistan War:
  • Five female teachers were killed and two others were injured in an attack on a van that was carrying workers to their jobs at a Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provincial, Pakistan.

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What was the calendar for October 2013?

October 2013 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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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