Thursday August 26, 2004: on this day

August 26, 2004 was the 239th day of the year 2004, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is August 26, 2004 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 26, 2004, who was born and died on August 26, 2004, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 26, 2004, which were the most popular songs (ex. Lean Back by Terror Squad), movies (e.g. Downfall, directed by Oliver Hirschbiegel), TV series (e.g. Epitafios) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 26th, 2004 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 26, 2004?


August 26, 2004 was a Thursday and it was the 239th day of the year 2004 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 26, 2004 can also be written as 8/26/2004 in the US and as 26/8/2004 in UK and Europe.

August 26, 2004 in August 2004 calendar

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August 26, 2004: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 26, 2004:

  • Chile's supreme court has removed augusto pinochet, the former military ruler of chile, from immunity. he can now be charged with crimes such as murder and torture.
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  • In an effort to stop the fighting in najaf, grand ayatollah ali al-sistani starts negotiations with moqtada al-sadr, a shiite cleric. sistani instructs thousands of iraqis who are heading to the holy city of najaf to stay on the outskirts. (khaleejtimes). ayatollah sistani calls for a halt to fighting and tells protesters to return home. for 24 hours, the us and iraqi forces suspend all attacks.
  • Abu hamza al-masri is a well-known muslim cleric who currently resides in the united kingdom. he was arrested under the terrorism act 2000. this covers the "commission preparation or instigation" of terrorist acts.

August 26, 2004: What were the magazines covers that day?

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August 26, 2004: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on August 26, 2004:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $45.00
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $33.09
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $27.46
  • General Electric GE: opens at $32.75
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $85.00

Exchange Rates on August 26, 2004:

  • 1 USD = 109.62 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.3071 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.2719 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 132.69 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.6733 GBP
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August 26, 2004: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 26th is Virgo.

Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo 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 26, 2004: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 26, 2004 is Monkey and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on August 26th, 2004 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 26, 2004: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 26, 2004 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 26, 2004 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 26, 2004 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 89% full, rising at 05:50 pm and setting at 02:49 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 31, 2004 while the next full moon would come on Aug 30, 2004.

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Who was born on August 26, 2004?


Whose famous birthday is on August 26th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 26th:

  • Dylan O'Brien
    Dylan O'Brien

    Dylan o'brien is an american actor known for his role in the tv series teen wolf and the maze runner film series.

  • Macaulay Culkin
    Macaulay Culkin

    Macaulay culkin is a well-known american actor, best known for his role as kevin mccallister in the home alone movies.

  • Melissa McCarthy
    Melissa McCarthy

    Melissa mccarthy is a renowned american comedian and actress known for her roles in popular comedy films such as bridesmaids and the heat.

  • Chris Pine
    Chris Pine

    Chris pine is an american actor known for his roles in star trek, wonder woman, and into the woods.

  • Keke Palmer
    Keke Palmer

    Keke palmer is an american singer and actress known for her roles in films such as akeelah and the bee and hustlers, as well as her music...

  • Evan Ross
    Evan Ross

    American actor.

  • Christopher Isherwood
    Christopher Isherwood

    British-american essayist, screenwriter, playwright, and novelist.

  • Michael Jeter
    Michael Jeter

    American actor and character actor who was openly gay, died march 30, 2003 from complications related to hiv/aids at his hollywood hills...

  • Alison Steadman
    Alison Steadman

    British actress.

  • Mike Colter
    Mike Colter

    Mike colter is an american actor known for his role as luke cage in the marvel cinematic universe.

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August 26, 2004: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 19 years 6 months old,

or 234 months and 22 days old,

or 1020 weeks and 5 days old,

or 7145 days old,

if you were born on August 26, 2004.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old,

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 26, 2004?

There are 160 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday August 26th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 26, 2004?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 26, 2004.

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August 26, 2004: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 26, 2004:

  • Laura Branigan

    American singer-songwriter and actress (b. 1952).

  • Franco Carradori
  • Matthias Volz
  • Enzo Baldoni
  • Giorgio Calcagno

What famous deaths happened on August 26th?

Famous deaths on August 26th:

  • Lon Chaney
    Lon Chaney

    American actor, known as the "man with a thousand faces", and most well-known for his horror films.

  • Kay Francis
    Kay Francis

    Kay Francis was a popular American actress known for her roles in 1930s films.

  • Dominick Dunne
    Dominick Dunne

    American writer.

  • Ted Knight
    Ted Knight

    American actor, disc jockey, singer and puppeteer.

  • Ramon Zamora
    Ramon Zamora

    Filipino martial arts actor (born in 1935).

  • Charles Lindbergh

    American author and pilot, he is the most well-known hero of his time for his flight between new york city and paris on 20 mai 1927.

  • Zinaida Portnova

    Soviet gymnast who won multiple Olympic medals.

  • Tunis Willis

    American author known for his works on Southern culture and history.

  • Tawfiq Saleh

    Pioneer in the field of optical engineering and imaging technology.

  • Elijan Loomis

    Known for his work in X-ray spectroscopy.

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August 26, 2004: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 26, 2004:

  • RC saints - St Zephyrinus, Saint Ninian, David Lewis (one of the Forty Martyrs of England and Wales)
  • Namibia - Namibia Day or Heroes' Day
  • Zanzibar - Sultan's Birthday
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August 26, 2004: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 26, 2004 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 23rd and August 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 26, 2004: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 26, 2004 was Lean Back by Terror Squad, according to the music chart for the week August 23rd and August 29th.

August 26, 2004: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 26, 2004 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 23rd and August 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Lean Back youtube
  2. - Sunshine
  3. - Goodies
  4. - Slow Motion
  5. - Turn Me On

August 26, 2004: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 26, 2004 was Thunderbirds / 3AM by Busted, according to the music chart for the week August 23rd and August 29th.

August 26, 2004: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 26, 2004 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 23rd and August 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Thunderbirds / 3AM
  2. - Dry Your Eyes
  3. - Baby Cakes
  4. - Lola's Theme
  5. - These Words

August 26, 2004: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 26, 2004 was Lean Back by Terror Squad, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 23rd and August 29th.

August 26, 2004: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 26, 2004 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 23rd and August 29th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Lean Back youtube
  2. - Sunshine
  3. - Diary
  4. - Goodies
  5. - Why?

August 26, 2004: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 26, 2004 was Como Tu by Carlos Vives, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 23rd and August 29th.

August 26, 2004: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 26, 2004 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 23rd and August 29th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Como Tu
  2. - Vivo Y Muero En Tu Piel
  3. - Que De Raro Tiene
  4. - Algo Tienes
  5. - Soy Tu Mujer

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August 26, 2004: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 26, 2004 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Downfall

Downfall

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Oliver Hirschbiegel

Starring: Bruno Ganz, Alexandra Maria Lara, Ulrich Matthes, Juliane Köhler

Country: United States of America

Howl's Moving Castle

Howl's Moving Castle

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Hayao Miyazaki

Starring: Chieko Baishô, Takuya Kimura, Tatsuya Gashûin, Akihiro Miwa

Country: United States of America

Hotel Rwanda

Hotel Rwanda

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Terry George

Starring: Don Cheadle, Sophie Okonedo, Joaquin Phoenix, Xolani Mali

Country: United States of America

Shattered Glass

Shattered Glass

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Billy Ray

Starring: Hayden Christensen, Chloë Sevigny, Steve Zahn, Peter Sarsgaard

Country: United States of America

Runaway Jury

Runaway Jury

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Gary Fleder

Starring: John Cusack, Rachel Weisz, Gene Hackman, Dustin Hoffman

Country: United States of America

August 26, 2004: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 26, 2004 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Epitafios

Epitafios

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Jorge Nisco

Beauty School

Beauty School

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Amy Nicholson

Entourage

Entourage

Release year: 2004

Written by:

Directed by: David Frankel

Starring: Kevin Connolly, Adrian Grenier, Kevin Dillon, Jerry Ferrara

Country: United States of America

Medical Investigation

Medical Investigation

Release year: 2004

Country: United States of America

Joey

Joey

Release year: 2004

Country: United States of America

August 26, 2004: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 26, 2004 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Imperial Hubris by Anonymous

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Visions In Death by J. D. Robb

Visions In Death

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This novel is part of the In Death series, which has been a New York Times bestseller. It takes place in 2059 New York City. Technology and humanity collide as Detective Eve Dallas explores the darkest corners.

The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks

The Notebook

By:

Sometimes a love story captures our hearts so much that it becomes more than just a story. It becomes an experience we will never forget. The Notebook is one such book.

My Life by Bill Clinton

My Life

By:

My Life of President Bill Clinton is a striking portrait of a global leader who chose to dedicate his intellectual and political talents, as well as his extraordinary ability to work hard, to the service and benefit of the public.

Renegade by Diana Palmer

Renegade

By:

Cash Grier, a new police chief, makes it his personal mission keep Jacobsville's streets safe.

August 26, 2004: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 26, 2004 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Dofus

Dofus

Platform: Flash

Genre: Massively multiplayer online role-playing game

Delta Force: Black Hawk Down: Team Sabre

Delta Force: Black Hawk Down: Team Sabre

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Mobile phone, PlayStation 2

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: NovaLogic Sierra Entertainment Ubisoft (Europe, PlayStation 2) Vivendi Universal Games (Mobile)

Diner Dash

Diner Dash

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X 10.2 or later, mobile phone, Nintendo DS, PlayStation Portable, Xbox 360 (XBLA), iOS, PlayStation 3 (PSN), Wii (WiiWare), Android

Genre: Strategy, Time Management

Publisher: PlayFirst

Driver 3

Driver 3

Platform: PlayStation 2, Xbox, mobile,[1] Microsoft Windows, Game Boy Advance

Genre: Racing, shooter

Publisher: Atari Sorrent

Cat Girl Alliance

Cat Girl Alliance

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Visual novel

Publisher: JP CD Bros.; NA G-Collections

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Who was the US President on August 26, 2004?

On August 26, 2004 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 26, 2004?

On August 26, 2004 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on August 26, 2004?

On August 26, 2004 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about August 26th?

August 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th 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 26th, such as:

  • 2018 - Afghanistan war: afghan authorities claim that the afghan and foreign forces killed isil/k's head and ten other militant members in a joint ground-air operation on saturday night.
  • 2017 - 2017 m1 motorway crash: many people have been killed in a collision between two trucks and a minibus while driving on the m1 motorway, near newport pagnell, buckinghamshire.
  • 2016 - Kurdish-turkish conflict (1978-1999): eight turkish officers are killed and forty are injured by a bombing at a cizre police checkpoint. the pkk is believed to have been responsible.

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What happened in 2004?

2004 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Ahmed Yassin is the founder and leader of the Palestinian Sunni Islamist Group Hamas. Two bodyguards and nine civilians are killed when Israeli Air Force AH 64 Apache fired Hellfire missiles hit the Gaza Strip.
  • Flash Airlines' Boeing 737-737 aircraft, Flight 604, crashes into the Red Sea killing all 148 passengers.
  • At 04:35 UTC, Spirit, a NASA Mars Rover successfully lands on Mars.

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What was the calendar for August 2004?

August 2004 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.

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