Friday August 27, 2004: on this day

August 27, 2004 was the 240th day of the year 2004, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Friday.

Is August 27, 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 27, 2004, who was born and died on August 27, 2004, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 27, 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 27th, 2004 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 27, 2004?


August 27, 2004 was a Friday and it was the 240th day of the year 2004 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 27, 2004 can also be written as 8/27/2004 in the US and as 27/8/2004 in UK and Europe.

August 27, 2004 in August 2004 calendar

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August 27, 2004: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 27, 2004:

  • As part of the 2004 republican national convention protest activities, between 5,000 and 6000 participants participate in the critical mass bicycle ride. about 1500 people usually ride the monthly nyc critical mass ride. police arrested 264 people who had blocked roads during the critical mass ride. the nypd has never made significant arrests in relation to critical mass participants.
  • Interbrew has completed its merger with ambev. they were both among the five largest breweries worldwide and will merge to become the largest by volume. inbev will be the name of the merged company.
  • After obtaining evidence that pointed to the existence of a high-ranking pentagon spy, the fbi launched an extensive espionage probe into larry franklin. cbs news reports that the spy was leaking classified information to israel, which could have a negative impact on u.s. security. israel has denied the allegations.
  • An agreement was reached to end the najaf standoff after grand ayatollah ali al-sistani intervened. the terms of the agreement are unclear, but they require both the al-sadr militia as well as u.s troops to leave the city. they will be replaced by the interim police government. sistani takes responsibility for the imam ali mosque. (bbc). this resolution comes two days before the one year anniversary of the assassination sayed mohammed baqir al-hakim's death, which was a prominent shi'ite cleric
  • Russian federal security service announced that explosive hexogen traces were found in the wreckage and remains of two russian airliners that crashed on august 24, 2004. the islamic group "the islambouli brigades", claims responsibility.
  • Enzo baldoni is an italian journalist who was kidnapped in iraq by islamic militants. he is later killed by his kidnappers.
  • France's interior minister has announced that there have been more anti-semitic attacks this year than in the same period last.

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August 27, 2004: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on August 27, 2004:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $45.37
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $34.61
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $27.49
  • General Electric GE: opens at $32.75
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $84.65

Exchange Rates on August 27, 2004:

  • 1 USD = 109.62 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.3128 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.2813 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 131.75 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.6707 GBP

August 27, 2004: What were the main match results that day?

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Louvieroise - Genk : 2 - 0

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Aachen - Karlsruhe : 4 - 0
  • Essen - Erfurt : 0 - 0
  • Munich 1860 - Ein Trier : 2 - 0

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Brest - Clermont : 1 - 2
  • Chateauroux - Niort : 2 - 0
  • Dijon - Nancy : 0 - 1
  • Grenoble - Creteil : 1 - 1
  • Gueugnon - Le Mans : 0 - 0

Le Championnat - Football (France)

  • Nice - Bastia : 1 - 1
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August 27, 2004: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 27th 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 27, 2004: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 27, 2004 is Monkey and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on August 27th, 2004 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 27, 2004: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 27, 2004 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 27, 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 27, 2004 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 95% full, rising at 06:37 pm and setting at 04:07 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 27, 2004?


Famous people born on August 27, 2004:

  • Gonçalo Tavares

Whose famous birthday is on August 27th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 27th:

  • Aaron Paul
    Aaron Paul

    Aaron Paul is an Emmy Award-winning actor known for his role as Jesse Pinkman in the TV series Breaking Bad.

  • Tom Ford
    Tom Ford

    Ford, an american fashion designer and entrepreneur, started his career as an actor.

  • Paul Reubens
    Paul Reubens

    American comedian, better known as pee wee herman.

  • Tuesday Weld
    Tuesday Weld

    American actress, who was 21 years old, had appeared in over 100 tv shows and a dozen movies.

  • Peter Stormare
    Peter Stormare

    Swedish actor, director, and playwright.

  • Neha Dhupia
    Neha Dhupia

    Indian actress and model.

  • Chandra Wilson
    Chandra Wilson

    Chandra Wilson is an American actress known for her role as Dr. Miranda Bailey on the TV series Grey's Anatomy.

  • Harry Reems
    Harry Reems

    American porn actor (d. 2013).

  • Antonia Fraser
    Antonia Fraser

    English author of historical biographies and detective stories, as well as a variety of mysteries and magazine articles.

  • Martha Raye
    Martha Raye

    American entertainer.

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August 27, 2004: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 19 years 7 months old,

or 235 months and 23 days old,

or 1025 weeks

or 7175 days old,

if you were born on August 27, 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 27, 2004?

There are 130 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday August 27th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 27, 2004?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 27, 2004.

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August 27, 2004: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 27, 2004:

  • Tryson Wapakhabulo

    Renowned diplomat known for his international contributions.

  • Willie Crawford

    American baseball player (born 1946).

  • Mario Lancellotta
  • Ezio Riondato
  • Gottlieb Göller

What famous deaths happened on August 27th?

Famous deaths on August 27th:

  • Jinx Falkenburg
    Jinx Falkenburg

    American actress known for her work in films and television.

  • Greg Morris
    Greg Morris

    American actor.

  • Gracie Allen
    Gracie Allen

    American comedian and actress (born 1895).

  • Bharat Ratna

    Bharat Ratna was an Indian statesman and the first Prime Minister of India.

  • Gabbie Petito

    Gabbie Petito was an American vlogger whose disappearance and death gained widespread media attention.

  • Margaret Bourke-White

    Margaret Bourke-White was an American photographer and photojournalist who is best known for her work documenting the Great Depression and...

  • Rishikesh Mukherjee

    Renowned Indian film director known for his realistic and humanistic approach to filmmaking.

  • Haile Selassie

    Haile selassie was the emperor of ethiopia and a prominent figure in the pan-african movement, known for his efforts to modernize ethiopia...

  • Jaysiah Washington

    Jaysiah Washington was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice in the United States.

  • Malcolm Browne

    Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist known for his work in Vietnam.

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August 27, 2004: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 27, 2004:

  • Moldova - Independence Day (from the USSR, 1991)
  • Roman festivals - Volturnalia held in honor of Volturnus
  • RC Saints - Saint Monica of Hippo
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August 27, 2004: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 27, 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 27, 2004: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 27, 2004 was Lean Back by Terror Squad, according to the music chart for the week August 23rd and August 29th.

August 27, 2004: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 27, 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 27, 2004: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 27, 2004 was Thunderbirds / 3AM by Busted, according to the music chart for the week August 23rd and August 29th.

August 27, 2004: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 27, 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 27, 2004: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 27, 2004 was Lean Back by Terror Squad, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 23rd and August 29th.

August 27, 2004: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 27, 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 27, 2004: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 27, 2004 was Como Tu by Carlos Vives, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 23rd and August 29th.

August 27, 2004: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 27, 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 27, 2004: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 27, 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 27, 2004: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 27, 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 27, 2004: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 27, 2004 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

American Soldier by Tommy R. Franks

American Soldier

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"When you are faced with war, it is important to look for special qualities in those you will be working with. General Tom Franks is a strong, experienced, well-informed, intelligent, energetic, honorable, loyal, and good-natured leader.

Imperial Hubris by Anonymous

Imperial Hubris

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Shem Creek by Dorothea Benton Frank

Shem Creek

By:

Pat Conroy called her books "hilarious" and "wise", noting that they were "funny with seawater and often damp with it."

A Matter Of Character by Ronald Kessler

A Matter Of Character

By:

So far, more than seventy-five books have been published that attack George W. Bush. Finally, there is a book that corrects the record against a background of bias media.

Visions In Death by J. D. Robb

Visions In Death

By:

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.

August 27, 2004: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 27, 2004 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Counter-Strike: Source

Counter-Strike: Source

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, Linux

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: Valve Corporation

Carve

Carve

Platform: Xbox

Publisher: Global Star Software

Clannad (visual novel)

Clannad (visual novel)

Platform: Windows, PS2, S3G, FOMA, Xbox 360, PSP, PS3, Android, PS Vita

Genre: Drama, Fantasy, Romance

Publisher: JP VisualArt's (Windows) Interchannel (PS2) Prototype (PSP, Xbox 360, S3G, FOMA, PS3, PS Vita); WW Sekai Project (Windows)

Ape Escape: Pumped and Primed

Ape Escape: Pumped and Primed

Platform: PlayStation 2 Arcade

Genre: Party

Publisher: JP SCEI; NA Ubisoft

Dragon Ball Z: Supersonic Warriors

Dragon Ball Z: Supersonic Warriors

Platform: Game Boy Advance Nintendo DS

Genre: Fighting

Publisher: JP Banpresto; NA Atari; EU Bandai

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Who was the US President on August 27, 2004?

On August 27, 2004 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 27, 2004?

On August 27, 2004 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on August 27, 2004?

On August 27, 2004 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about August 27th?

August 27th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 27th 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 27th, such as:

  • 2018 - United states free trade agreements, mexico-united states relations. the united states and mexico agree on key terms in the north american free trade agreement. canada has not yet signed the agreement.
  • 2017 - Rohingya insurgency, western myanmar: 2016-17 northern rakhine state violences, 2016-17 rohingya persecutions in myanmar: dozens fleeing violence in rakhine state have been detained by bangladeshi authorities and burmese officials after trying to cross the border between myanmar and bangladesh. many were on their way to kutupalong refugee camp in ukhia (bangladesh), where they were mostly inhabited rohingya refugees.
  • 2016 - Paraguayan people's army insurgency: eight paraguayan army soldiers are killed by insurgents from the suspected paraguayan people's army epp, just outside arroyito in northern paraguay.

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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.

Discover how August 2004 calendar looked like.

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