Wednesday August 27, 2014: on this day

August 27, 2014 was the 239th day of the year 2014, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is August 27, 2014 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, 2014, who was born and died on August 27, 2014, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 27, 2014, which were the most popular songs (ex. Rude by MAGIC!), movies (e.g. Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, directed by Guy Ritchie), TV series (e.g. The Equalizer) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 27th, 2014 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 27, 2014?


August 27, 2014 was a Wednesday and it was the 239th day of the year 2014 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 27, 2014 can also be written as 8/27/2014 in the US and as 27/8/2014 in UK and Europe.

August 27, 2014 in August 2014 calendar

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August 27, 2014: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 27, 2014:

  • War in donbass - russian journalists claim they were attacked in pskov's cemetery while looking into reports that russian soldiers had been secretly buried in ukraine after their deaths. (bbc). pro-russian separatists from eastern ukraine try to get into the port at novoazovsk and threaten to open a new front in war.
  • Russian journalists claim they were attacked in pskov's cemetery while looking into reports that russian soldiers had been secretly buried in ukraine.
  • Pro-russian separatists from eastern ukraine are pushing their way into novoazovsk port, threatening to create a new front for the war.
  • Un human rights council releases a report accusing both is militants as well as the syrian government forces of war crimes in syria.
  • According to the us government, an american man who was believed to be fighting in syria with islamist militants has been killed. this brings the total american casualties in civil war to three.
  • After heavy fighting, the quneitra border crossing between israel and syria is taken over by rebels from syria. israel was hit with mortar rounds and rockets. a bullet injures one soldier of the idf just days after rocket attacks from lebanon.
  • A f-15 eagle of the massachusetts air national guard is killed in an accident at deerfield, virginia.
  • Un refugee agency announced that more than 2000 migrants from africa, the middle east and elsewhere drowned while trying to reach europe via boat. this is a record.
  • Christine lagarde is being investigated in france by the international monetary fund chief for negligence that dates back to her time at the ministry of finance.

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August 27, 2014: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on August 27, 2014:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $99.78
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $101.02
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $44.90
  • General Electric GE: opens at $26.05
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $193.03

Exchange Rates on August 27, 2014:

  • 1 USD = 103.87 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0865 CAD
  • 1 USD = 0.9147 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.143 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 137.05 JPY
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August 27, 2014: 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, 2014: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 27, 2014 is Horse and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on August 27th, 2014 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 27, 2014: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 27, 2014 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 27, 2014 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, 2014 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 10% full, rising at 08:12 am and setting at 08:55 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 10, 2014 while the next full moon would come on Sep 09, 2014.

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Who was born on August 27, 2014?


Famous people born on August 27, 2014:

  • Jaxon Buell

    Known for inspiring many with his love for technology despite facing health challenges.

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, 2014: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 9 years 7 months old,

or 115 months and 30 days old,

or 504 weeks and 2 days old,

or 3530 days old,

if you were born on August 27, 2014.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 27, 2014?

There are 123 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, 2014?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on August 27, 2014.

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August 27, 2014: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 27, 2014:

  • Jacques Friedel

    French physicist and academic (b. 1921).

  • Valeri Petrov

    Bulgarian poet, playwright, and screenwriter (b. 1920).

  • Benno Pludra

    German author (b. 1925).

  • Carl Timner
  • Sandy Wilson
  • Jean-François Beltramini
  • Luigi Sardei
  • Steve Sullivan
  • Orlando Polmonari
  • Peret
  • Tony Urbano
  • Peret (Pedro Pubill Calaf)

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).

  • Gabbie Petito

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

  • Bharat Ratna

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

  • 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.

  • Jaysiah Washington

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

  • Tryson Wapakhabulo

    Renowned diplomat known for his international contributions.

  • 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...

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August 27, 2014: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 27, 2014:

  • 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, 2014: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 27, 2014 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 25th and August 31st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 27, 2014: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 27, 2014 was Rude by MAGIC!, according to the music chart for the week August 25th and August 31st.

August 27, 2014: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 27, 2014 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 25th and August 31st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Rude
  2. - All About That Bass
  3. - Stay With Me
  4. - Break Free
  5. - Fancy

August 27, 2014: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 27, 2014 was Fancy by Iggy Azalea Featuring Charli XCX, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 25th and August 31st.

August 27, 2014: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 27, 2014 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 25th and August 31st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Fancy
  2. - Black Widow
  3. - All Of Me
  4. - Don't Tell 'Em
  5. - Happy

August 27, 2014: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 27, 2014 was Bailando by Enrique Iglesias Featuring Descemer Bueno & Gente de Zona, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 25th and August 31st.

August 27, 2014: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 27, 2014 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 25th and August 31st. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Bailando
  2. - Eres Mia
  3. - Propuesta Indecente
  4. - Odio
  5. - 6 AM

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August 27, 2014: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 27, 2014 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels

Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Guy Ritchie

Starring: Jason Flemyng, Dexter Fletcher, Nick Moran, Jason Statham

Country: United States of America

Nebraska

Nebraska

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Alexander Payne

Starring: Bruce Dern, Will Forte, June Squibb, Bob Odenkirk

Country: United States of America

Fruitvale Station

Fruitvale Station

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Ryan Coogler

Starring: Michael B. Jordan, Melonie Diaz, Octavia Spencer, Kevin Durand

Country: United States of America

Lone Survivor

Lone Survivor

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Peter Berg

Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Taylor Kitsch, Emile Hirsch, Ben Foster

Country: United States of America

The Maze Runner

The Maze Runner

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Wes Ball

Starring: Dylan O'Brien, Kaya Scodelario, Will Poulter, Thomas Brodie-Sangster

Country: United States of America

August 27, 2014: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 27, 2014 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

The Equalizer

The Equalizer

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Antoine Fuqua

Blockbustaz

Blockbustaz

Release year: 2014

Intruders

Intruders

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Adam Schindler

Girl Meets World

Girl Meets World

Release year: 2014

Mr. Pickles

Mr. Pickles

Release year: 2014

Country: United States of America

August 27, 2014: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 27, 2014 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Maze Runner by James Dashner

The Maze Runner

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The Maze Runner blockbuster series is now available as book one! It has become a global phenomenon and spawned a movie franchise. The Fever Code is the series' highly anticipated conclusion. It tells the story of how the maze was …

The Mockingbird Next Door by Marja Mills

The Mockingbird Next Door

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"A winning, nuanced portrait. . . . It seems unlikely that we will ever have a better record in American history.

In The Kingdom Of Ice by Hampton Sides

In The Kingdom Of Ice

By:

A Best Book of the Year USA Today

The Magician'S Land by Lev Grossman

The Magician'S Land

By:

The thrilling conclusion to the #1 New York Times bestseller Magicians trilogy is now a series on Syfy#1 NEWYORKTIMES NOTABLE BIBLE OF THE YEAR A NEW YEAR'S BEST BOOK A NEW YEAR'S TIMES NOTABLE BOOK of THE YEAR A NEW …

The 6Th Extinction by James Rollins

The 6Th Extinction

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A remote military research station issues a panicked distress call that ends with the chilling command, "Kill us all!" The nearby base sends personnel to the scene to find everyone.

August 27, 2014: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 27, 2014 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Golem Arcana

Golem Arcana

Platform: Android, iOS

Genre: Miniature wargaming

Daylight

Daylight

Platform: Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4

Genre: Survival horror

Publisher: Atlus

Halo: The Master Chief Collection

Halo: The Master Chief Collection

Platform: Xbox One

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: Microsoft Studios

Project Spark

Project Spark

Platform: Microsoft Windows 8.1, 10, Xbox One

Genre: Sandbox, action-adventure

Publisher: Microsoft Studios

99 Bricks Wizard Academy

99 Bricks Wizard Academy

Platform: iOS, PlayStation Vita

Genre: Puzzle

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Who was the US President on August 27, 2014?

On August 27, 2014 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 27, 2014?

On August 27, 2014 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 27, 2014?

On August 27, 2014 the Pope was Francis.

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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 2014?

2014 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Six people were killed when six Indonesian police officers opened fire on suspected militants in Jakarta.
  • Spillover from the Syrian Civil War in Lebanon: Sources confirm that Majid bin Mohammad al-Majid has been captured by Lebanon. He is the leader of the al-Qaeda-linked Abdullah Azzam Brigades, responsible for the recent bombing attack on the Iranian Embassy in Beirut, Lebanon.
  • Somali Civil War (2009-present), 11 people killed in bomb attack outside a Somali hotel in Mogadishu. (Standard Media),

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What was the calendar for August 2014?

August 2014 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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