Monday June 26, 2006: on this day

June 26, 2006 was the 177th day of the year 2006, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Monday.

Is June 26, 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 June 26, 2006, who was born and died on June 26, 2006, what holidays and observances are celebrated on June 26, 2006, which were the most popular songs (ex. Do I Make You Proud by Taylor Hicks), movies (e.g. Shooter, directed by Antoine Fuqua), TV series (e.g. Foursome) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about June 26th, 2006 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was June 26, 2006?


June 26, 2006 was a Monday and it was the 177th day of the year 2006 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 26, 2006 can also be written as 6/26/2006 in the US and as 26/6/2006 in UK and Europe.

June 26, 2006 in June 2006 calendar

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June 26, 2006: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on June 26, 2006:

  • As a protection against child abduction, electronic ids will be distributed in belgium to children under 12 years of age. they will include a code and a hotline.
  • U.s. president george w. bush criticises the disclosure of a program to monitor financial transactions by suspected terrorists as ampquotdisgracefulampquot. tony snow, white house press secretary, also stated that the disclosure of a program to monitor financial transactions by suspected terrorists is "disgraceful".
  • Waziristan war: a suicide car bombing kills six pakistani soldiers. bbc
  • After weeks of political turmoil, mari alkatiri has resigned as east timor's prime minister. (melbourne herald sun),
  • Three people are killed by a suicide bomber in pannapittya (sri lanka), including parami kulkathunga who is the deputy chief of staff of sri lankan army.
  • Israel has stated that they will ensure that the hamas-controlled palestinian government is ampquottoppledampquot if their captured soldier, gilad shalit, is killed. the three palestinian groups that claim to be holding shalit refuse information via the palestine red crescent about shalit's health unless all palestinian teenagers and women are freed from israeli prisons. three qassam missiles are fired from gaza strip towards israeli towns. one of them wounded 4 civilians in sderot.
  • The modification of the italian constitution is rejected by them. two-day referendum showed that ampquotnoampquot defeated ampquotyesampquot by approximately 61% to 38%. this means that the text will remain unchanged. if reform is defeated, the northern league announced it would withdraw from the centre-right opposition coalition. the votes of italians who live abroad remain to be counted.
  • Mari alkatiri, the first prime minister of east timor, resigns after weeks of political unrest.

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June 26, 2006: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on June 26, 2006:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $58.10
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $59.17
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $22.65
  • General Electric GE: opens at $33.18
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $77.04

Exchange Rates on June 26, 2006:

  • 1 USD = 116.25 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.1227 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.2419 CHF
  • 1 USD = 8.0 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 146.29 JPY
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June 26, 2006: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 26th 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 June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 26, 2006: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 26, 2006 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.

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Birth chart on this day

Discover the planets positions on June 26th, 2006 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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Planetary positions on  - Geocentric view
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June 26, 2006: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on June 26, 2006 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 26, 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 June 26, 2006 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 6% full, rising at 05:52 am and setting at 10:29 pm.

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

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Your place in the Universe on June 26, 2006

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Who was born on June 26, 2006?


Whose famous birthday is on June 26th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 26th:

  • Ariana Grande
    Ariana Grande

    American actress and singer.

  • Amanda Cerny
    Amanda Cerny

    Amanda cerny is a social media influencer and comedian known for her popular vine videos and her large following on platforms like instagram...

  • Jennette McCurdy
    Jennette McCurdy

    Jennette mccurdy is an american actress and singer, best known for her role as sam puckett on the nickelodeon tv show icarly.

  • Dany Boon
    Dany Boon

    French actor, humorist and film director, born to an algerian kabyle.

  • Aubrey Plaza
    Aubrey Plaza

    Aubrey Plaza is an American actress best known for her roles in comedy TV shows and movies.

  • Véronique Genest
    Véronique Genest

    French actress and producer of film, she is best known as commissaire julie lescaut, a leading role in the french police drama "julie...

  • Derek Jeter
    Derek Jeter

    Pequanock (new jersey) -- shortstop (new york yankees rookie of the year 1996).

  • Chris O'Donnell
    Chris O'Donnell

    Chris o'donnell is an american actor known for his roles in movies such as 'scent of a woman' and as robin in the 'batman' film series.

  • Jason Schwartzman
    Jason Schwartzman

    American actor from a prominent family.

  • Eleanor Parker
    Eleanor Parker

    American actress, whose beauty was first discovered by a talent scout at pasadena's playhouse.

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June 26, 2006: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 17 years 9 months old,

or 213 months and 3 days old,

or 926 weeks and 4 days old,

or 6486 days old,

if you were born on June 26, 2006.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 26, 2006?

There are 89 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday June 26th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 26, 2006?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on June 26, 2006.

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June 26, 2006: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on June 26, 2006:

  • Tommy Wonder

    Dutch magician (b. 1953).

  • Maria Grazia Marchelli
  • Eduard Schweizer

What famous deaths happened on June 26th?

Famous deaths on June 26th:

  • Françoise Dorléac
    Françoise Dorléac

    French actress and older sister to catherine deneuve.

  • Edith Fellows
    Edith Fellows

    American singer and actress (d.2011).

  • Clifford Brown

    American musician.

  • Joseph Carl Robnett Licklider

    One of the most important figures in computer science and a key figure in the development of the internet.

  • Howard Baker

    American politician who served as a Republican Senator from Tennessee and as White House Chief of Staff under President Ronald Reagan.

  • Coulton Skinner

    Decorated American Marine Corps officer who served in World War II and the Korean War.

  • Zehava Shemer

    Israeli singer-songwriter known for her contributions to Israeli music.

  • Strom Thurmond

    American politician, lawyer, farmer, and u.s.

  • Zarra Zaharoff

    Pioneering businesswoman known for her successful ventures in the early 20th century.

  • Romaldo Benjamin

    Australian politician and member of the Australian House of Representatives.

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holidays

June 26, 2006: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on June 26, 2006:

  • United Nations International Day in Support of Victims of Torture
  • Flag Day in Romania
  • Sunthorn Phu Day in Thailand
  • Independence Day in Madagascar

Observances on June 26, 2006:

  • International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking

Saints celebrated on June 26, 2006:

  • Saints John and Paul
  • Saint Josemarfa Escrivá (d. 1975)
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June 26, 2006: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on June 26, 2006 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 26th and July 2nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


June 26, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 26, 2006 was Do I Make You Proud by Taylor Hicks, according to the music chart for the week June 26th and July 2nd.

June 26, 2006: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on June 26, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 26th and July 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Do I Make You Proud youtube
  2. - Hips Don't Lie
  3. - Promiscuous
  4. - It's Goin' Down
  5. - Ridin'

June 26, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 26, 2006 was Hips Don't Lie by Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean, according to the music chart for the week June 26th and July 2nd.

June 26, 2006: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on June 26, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 26th and July 2nd. 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

June 26, 2006: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 26, 2006 was It's Goin' Down by Yung Joc, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 26th and July 2nd.

June 26, 2006: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on June 26, 2006 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 26th and July 2nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - It's Goin' Down
  2. - Torn
  3. - Snap Yo Fingers
  4. - Enough Cryin
  5. - So What

June 26, 2006: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on June 26, 2006 was Hips Don't Lie by Shakira Featuring Wyclef Jean, according to the Latin music chart for the week June 26th and July 2nd.

June 26, 2006: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on June 26, 2006 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week June 26th and July 2nd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Hips Don't Lie
  2. - Angelito
  3. - Down
  4. - Caile
  5. - Machucando

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June 26, 2006: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on June 26, 2006 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

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

Hairspray

Hairspray

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Adam Shankman

Starring: John Travolta, Queen Latifah, Nikki Blonsky, Michelle Pfeiffer

Country: United States of America

June 26, 2006: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on June 26, 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:

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

Kappa Mikey

Kappa Mikey

Release year: 2006

Country: United States of America

June 26, 2006: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on June 26, 2006 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Rapture by Tim LaHaye and Jerry B. Jenkins

The Rapture

By:

Nobody knows when the Rapture is coming, even though the clock ticks silently. There are many choices.

Baby Proof by Emily Giffin

Baby Proof

By:

A novel about the question of true love.

Dispatches From The Edge by Anderson Cooper

Dispatches From The Edge

By:

Anderson Cooper has witnessed more conflict and chaos around the globe than anyone. His groundbreaking reporting on CNN has revolutionized the way we view the news.

Terrorist by John Updike

Terrorist

By:

Ahmad Ashmawy Mulloy is the terrorist in John Updike's title. He is an 18-year-old boy whose father disappeared when he was just three years old.

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 …

June 26, 2006: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on June 26, 2006 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Age of Empires: The Age of Kings

Age of Empires: The Age of Kings

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Turn-based strategy

Publisher: Majesco

Cabela's Dangerous Hunts: Ultimate Challenge

Cabela's Dangerous Hunts: Ultimate Challenge

Platform: PlayStation Portable

Genre: Sports (Hunting)

Publisher: Activision

Crash Boom Bang!

Crash Boom Bang!

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Party

Publisher: JP Vivendi Universal Games; INT Sierra Entertainment; WW Universal Interactive

Armadillo Run

Armadillo Run

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: Independent

Curious George

Curious George

Platform: Xbox Nintendo GameCube Game Boy Advance PlayStation 2 Microsoft Windows

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Namco Vivendi Games

history

Who was the US President on June 26, 2006?

On June 26, 2006 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 26, 2006?

On June 26, 2006 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on June 26, 2006?

On June 26, 2006 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about June 26th?

June 26th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 26th day of the month of June. 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 June 26th, such as:

  • 2019 - Three suicide bombers tried to storm a balochistan police housing complex. guards killed one of the attackers. the two other attackers entered and set themselves on fire, killing a senior officer and injuring five more. the pakistani taliban claimed responsibility
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: eastern daraa offensive (june 2018: syrian army troops and liwa al-quds militiamen take control of busra al-harir, in the southern daraa governorate. recent fighting has caused approximately 45,000 displacements in the region. (bbc).syrian state media reports that two israeli missiles hit targets near damascus international airport, including an iranian cargo aircraft just landing.
  • 2017 - Colombian peace process: the united nations confirms the farc's disarmament process is complete. former rebels will be able to transition to civilian life, and the group will become a legal political party.

Find out more about June 26th

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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 June 2006?

June 2006 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with June being the 6th 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 June 2006 calendar looked like.

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