Monday April 24, 2017: on this day

April 24, 2017 was the 114th day of the year 2017, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Monday.

Is April 24, 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 April 24, 2017, who was born and died on April 24, 2017, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 24, 2017, which were the most popular songs (ex. Shape Of You by Ed Sheeran), movies (e.g. The Lost City of Z, directed by James Gray), TV series (e.g. Dear White People) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 24th, 2017 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was April 24, 2017?


April 24, 2017 was a Monday and it was the 114th day of the year 2017 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 24, 2017 can also be written as 4/24/2017 in the US and as 24/4/2017 in UK and Europe.

April 24, 2017 in April 2017 calendar

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April 24, 2017: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 24, 2017:

  • 2017 camp shaheen attack - the afghan minister for defense, abdullah habibi, and qadam shah shahim (the chief of staff of afghanistan's afghan national army) resigned following a taliban attack at camp shaheen, near mazar-i-sharif, that left over 140 people dead.
  • After a taliban attack at camp shaheen, near mazar-i-sharif, that left over 140 people dead, the afghan minister of defense, abdullah habibi, and the afghan national army chief of staff, qadam shah shahim, both resigned.
  • 2017 sukma attack: at least 24 central reserve police force officers (crpf), killed in an attack by maoist insurgents in the sukma district in chhattisgarh.
  • Suspected maoist insurgents killed at least 24 central reserve police force officers in sukma, chhattisgarh.
  • Relations between syria and the united states: the united states has placed sanctions on 271 employees at the syrian scientific studies and research center, allegedly for their role in the development of weapons for the khan shaykhun chemical attack.
  • For their role in developing weapons for the khan shaykhun chemical attacks, the united states has placed sanctions on 271 employees at the syrian scientific studies and research center.
  • Around 50 armed men from the brazil-based primeiro comando da capital criminal group stormed a security vault in paraguay. they also stormed ciudad del este's police headquarters. the gang escaped with $6 million in a daring cross border raid.
  • Pnp chief ronald dela rosa and justice secretary vitaliano aguirre are among the accused.
  • List of americans executed in 2017: arkansas is the first state in the united states to execute two executions at the same time as jack jones jr. and marcel williams. (bbc),
  • Arkansas is the first state in the united states to execute two executions simultaneously, since texas executed jack jones jr. and marcel williams in 2000. (bbc),
  • 2017 french presidential election: marine le pen, presidential candidate, announces that she will be stepping down from her position as leader of national front.
  • Muhammad v is officially installed as the 15th king in malaysia.
  • United kingdom general elections, 2017. the communist party of britain announced that it will not nominate any candidates for the upcoming general elections for the first time since 1920. it endorses labour leader jeremy corbyn and says victory for him at the general election on june 1 would be "the first step toward a left-led government at westminster".
  • Peggy whitson (commander of the international space station) breaks the record for the most days spent in space by any nasa astronaut at 534 days.

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April 24, 2017: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on April 24, 2017:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $81.28
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $143.50
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $67.48
  • General Electric GE: opens at $29.85
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $161.29

Exchange Rates on April 24, 2017:

  • 1 USD = 0.9199 EUR
  • 1 USD = 109.822 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.7821 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.3209 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.3514 CAD

April 24, 2017: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

  • Pescara - Roma : 1 - 4

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Stuttgart - Union Berlin : 3 - 1

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • Eibar - Ath Bilbao : 0 - 1

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Le Havre - Lens : 1 - 0
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April 24, 2017: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 24th is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.

Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 24, 2017: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 24, 2017 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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April 24, 2017: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 24, 2017 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 24, 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 April 24, 2017 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 05:11 am and setting at 06:52 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 11, 2017 while the next full moon would come on May 10, 2017.

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Who was born on April 24, 2017?


Whose famous birthday is on April 24th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 24th:

  • Shirley MacLaine
    Shirley MacLaine

    American actress, writer, and dancer.

  • Kelly Clarkson
    Kelly Clarkson

    Kelly clarkson is an american singer known for winning the first season of american idol and for hits like 'since u been gone' and 'stronger...

  • Aidan Gillen
    Aidan Gillen

    Aidan gillen is an irish actor known for his roles in popular tv series such as game of thrones and the wire.

  • Barbra Streisand
    Barbra Streisand

    American actress and singer, who rose steadily from 1961 to do tv, records, broadway and magazine covers.

  • Djimon Hounsou
    Djimon Hounsou

    Djimon hounsou is a well-known movie actor, recognized for his roles in films such as 'gladiator' and 'blood diamond'.

  • Jill Ireland
    Jill Ireland

    British actress who has been playing lead roles since the 1950s.

  • Stacy Haiduk
    Stacy Haiduk

    American actress.

  • Alejandro Fernández
    Alejandro Fernández

    Mexican singer.

  • Derek Luke
    Derek Luke

    American actor.

  • Sue Grafton
    Sue Grafton

    American mystery novelist, screenplay writer and tv producer.

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April 24, 2017: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 6 years 11 months old,

or 83 months and 26 days old,

or 364 weeks and 4 days old,

or 2552 days old,

if you were born on April 24, 2017.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 24, 2017?

There are 5 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday April 24th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 24, 2017?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on April 24, 2017.

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April 24, 2017: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 24, 2017:

  • Jordin Kare

    Jordin Kare was an engineer known for his work in laser propulsion and space systems.

  • Robert Pirsig

    American author and philosopher (b. 1928).

  • Inga Ålenius
  • Ken Sears
  • Agustín Edwards Eastman
  • Don Gordon
  • Nicholas Sand

What famous deaths happened on April 24th?

Famous deaths on April 24th:

  • Louise Dresser
    Louise Dresser

    Actress (state fair ship comes in mammy), is killed at 86.

  • John Carroll
    John Carroll

    Georgetown university was founded by an ex-jesuit archbishop and american archbishop (d. 1815).

  • Pat Paulsen
    Pat Paulsen

    At 69, comedian (smothers brothers show) dies.

  • Bud Abbott
    Bud Abbott

    Comedy comedian abbott and costello, dies at the age of 78.

  • Wallis Simpson

    American socialite and jet-set woman from 1931.

  • Eliazer Weizman

    First President of Israel.

  • Daniel Defoe

    Daniel Defoe was an English writer, journalist, and pamphleteer, who is widely regarded as the founder of the English novel.

  • Savien Defoe

    An English writer known for his novel Robinson Crusoe and his pioneering work in journalism.

  • Maxmilian Theodor Felix von Laue

    German physicist awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1914.

  • Cina Jilani

    Pakistani writer and human rights activist known for her advocacy work and literary contributions.

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April 24, 2017: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 24, 2017:

  • Genocide Remembrance Day in Armenia.
  • Republic Day in The Gambia (1970).
  • Newman's Day.
  • 24-Hour Comics Day.

Observances on April 24, 2017:

  • World Immunization Week, 24-30 April [WHO]
  • International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace

Saints celebrated on April 24, 2017:

  • Saint Alexander (died 178)
  • Saint Maria-Euphrasia Pelletier (d.1868)
  • Saint Honorius
  • Saint Fidelis of Sigmaringen
  • Saint Egbert of Northumbria
  • Saint Deodatus
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April 24, 2017: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 24, 2017 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 24th and April 30th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


April 24, 2017: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 24, 2017 was Shape Of You by Ed Sheeran, according to the music chart for the week April 24th and April 30th.

April 24, 2017: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on April 24, 2017 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 24th and April 30th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Shape Of You
  2. - That's What I Like
  3. - Humble.
  4. - Sign Of The Times
  5. - Something Just Like This

April 24, 2017: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 24, 2017 was That's What I Like by Bruno Mars, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 24th and April 30th.

April 24, 2017: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on April 24, 2017 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 24th and April 30th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - That's What I Like
  2. - Humble.
  3. - iSpy
  4. - Mask Off
  5. - XO TOUR Llif3

April 24, 2017: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on April 24, 2017 was Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber, according to the Latin music chart for the week April 24th and April 30th.

April 24, 2017: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on April 24, 2017 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week April 24th and April 30th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Despacito
  2. - Subeme La Radio
  3. - Chantaje
  4. - Adios Amor
  5. - El Amante

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April 24, 2017: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 24, 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

Alien: Covenant

Alien: Covenant

Release year: 2017

Written by:

Directed by: Ridley Scott

Starring: Michael Fassbender, Katherine Waterston, Billy Crudup, Danny McBride

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

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

April 24, 2017: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 24, 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:

Dear White People

Dear White People

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Justin Simien

The Circle

The Circle

Release year: 2017

Directed by: James Ponsoldt

Iron Fist

Iron Fist

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Carlo Rola

Gypsy

Gypsy

Release year: 2017

Starring: Gypsy Rose Lee, Iris Adrian

Country: United States of America

April 24, 2017: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on April 24, 2017 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann

Killers of the Flower Moon

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER – NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINIST - AMAZON EDITORS’ PICK FOR BEST BOOK OF 2017. "Disturbing, riveting...It'll sear your soul." --Dave

Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty

Big Little Lies

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Entertainment Weekly called the #1 New York Times Bestseller "a surefire hit." NOW AN EMMY-NOMINATED HOBO(r) LIMITED SERIES STARRING REESE Witherspon, NICOLE KIDMAN and SHAILENE WOODLEY. DIRECTOR OF WILD & DALLAS BUYERS CLUB: JEAN-MARC VALLEE AND WRITER DAVIDE.

The Fix by David Baldacci

The Fix

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The sensational #1 New York Times bestseller Memory Man first featured Amos Decker, David Baldacci's extraordinary detective who can forget everything. Decker is back in a new stunning novel.

Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher

Thirteen Reasons Why

By:

The #1 NEW YORK TIMES and INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER**Eerie, beautiful and devastating. NOW A NETFLIX ORIGINAL SERIAL**

Fast and Loose by Stuart Woods

Fast and Loose

By:

This explosive thriller by #1 New York Times-bestselling author Stuart Woods features Stone Barrington as a new foe.

April 24, 2017: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on April 24, 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 April 24, 2017?

On April 24, 2017 the US President was Donald John Trump (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 24, 2017?

On April 24, 2017 the UK Prime Minister was Theresa May (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on April 24, 2017?

On April 24, 2017 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about April 24th?

April 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th day of the month of April. 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 April 24th, such as:

  • 2019 - At least 60 people have been killed by floods and mudslides that occurred in durban, south africa, and the surrounding kwazulu-natal region.
  • 2018 - Protests at the gaza border in 2018: israel defense forces arrest two terrorists who attempted to cross gaza's border into israel armed with a knife & a grenade.
  • 2017 - 2017 camp shaheen attack - the afghan minister for defense, abdullah habibi, and qadam shah shahim (the chief of staff of afghanistan's afghan national army) resigned following a taliban attack at camp shaheen, near mazar-i-sharif, that left over 140 people dead.

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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 April 2017?

April 2017 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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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