Tuesday December 29, 2015: on this day

December 29, 2015 was the 363rd day of the year 2015, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is December 29, 2015 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on December 29, 2015, who was born and died on December 29, 2015, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 29, 2015, which were the most popular songs (ex. Hello by Adele), movies (e.g. Peeping Tom, directed by Michael Powell), TV series (e.g. Born This Way) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 29th, 2015 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was December 29, 2015?


December 29, 2015 was a Tuesday and it was the 363rd day of the year 2015 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 29, 2015 can also be written as 12/29/2015 in the US and as 29/12/2015 in UK and Europe.

December 29, 2015 in December 2015 calendar

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December 29, 2015: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on December 29, 2015:

  • War in north-west pakistan. a suicide bomb attack on the nada regional office in mardan, khyber pakhtunkhwa in northwestern pakistan leaves at least 26 dead and 45 others injured. the attack was claimed by jamaat-ul-ahrar militant islamist group. this is a tehrik-i-taliban pakistan splinter.
  • At least 26 people were killed and 45 others injured in a suicide bomb attack at the nada regional office in mardan, khyber pakhtunkhwa. the attack was claimed by jamaat-ul-ahrar militant islamist group. this is a tehrik-i-taliban pakistan splinter organization.
  • Syrian civil war, military intervention against isil: on december 24, 2015, the united states military announced that a top islamic state leader who had ties to terrorists in paris was killed by a coalition airstrike. charaffe al mouadan, the tenth leader of isil, was killed in an airstrike on december 7.
  • The united states military announced that the coalition airstrike of december 24 2015 killed a key islamic state leader who had ties to terrorists responsible for the paris attacks. charaffe al mouadan, the tenth leader of isil, was killed in an airstrike on december 7.
  • According to le monde, a french newspaper claims that the paris attacks of november 13, 2015 were coordinated by one suspect from belgium.
  • Dupont, the american chemical giant, announces it will reduce 1,700 jobs in delaware in 2016. this is approximately 28 percent of delaware's workforce. there are also thousands of additional jobs globally as a result.
  • 2015-16 uk and ireland windsstorm season: 2015 great britain & ireland floods: a result of flooding, the 18th-century tadcaster bridge in tadcaster (north yorkshire) partially collapses into river wharfe. british army soldiers evacuated residents from their homes.
  • 2015 floods in great britain and ireland: a partially submerged 18th-century bridge, the tadcaster bridge, collapses into river wharfe due to flooding. british army soldiers evacuated residents from their homes.
  • Flooding causes the tadcaster bridge from 18th century, tadcaster, north yorkshire to partially collapse into river wharfe. british army soldiers evacuated residents from their homes.
  • 2015 flood in missouri: missouri governor jay nixon warns missourians that historic flooding is imminent that will likely surpass the great flood of 1993. the rivers that are rising fast and not cresting for days are still swollen. on thursday, the mississippi river will rise to nearly 15 feet above flood stage. nixon appealed to drivers to avoid inundated roads. twelve of the 13 victims died in these storms after their cars were swept off the roads.
  • Missouri governor jay nixon warns missouri residents about historic flooding that could rival the great flood of 1993. the rivers that are currently rising are not expected to crest for several days. on thursday, the mississippi river will rise to nearly 15 feet above flood stage. nixon appealed to drivers to avoid inundated roads. twelve of the 13 victims died in these storms after their cars were swept off the roads.
  • The world health organization has declared guinea free of ebola virus transmissions for the first time since march 2014.
  • Anchorage pilot doug demarest, an alaskan, flew from civil air patrol without permission. he crashed into a building that housed his wife's office and the alaska department of law. demarest died instantly. while his family claimed that the suicide was the cause of the crash, the fbi stated that there was no evidence that it was a terrorist attack.
  • Ethan couch, the "affluenza" teenager who was convicted of driving drunk and killed four people in tarrant county, texas when he vanished, has been taken into custody in mexico. mexican officials will deport couch and his mother, who fled with him, to the u.s. marshals service.
  • Five tonnes of captagon and hashish hidden in primary school desks were seized by lebanese customs. they were being shipped to egypt at beirut rafic hariri international airport. in northern lebanon, security forces discovered two factories that produce captagon and other drugs in a series of raids. this drug was reportedly used by islamist militants during the civil war in syria.
  • Jason van dyke, a chicago police officer, pleads not guilty to the charges in the shooting death of laquan mcdonald in 2014.
  • El salvador's murder rate has risen by 70% in 2015. this may make it the most murderous country in central america, surpassing honduras.
  • Eloy inos, governor of the northern mariana islands islands since 2013, has died in office. (saipan tribune: on december 29th, lieutenant governor ralph torres is to be sworn-in as governor. victor hocog will replace torres in the role of lieutenant governor.
  • Ralph torres, lieutenant governor, will be sworn into office as governor on december 29th. victor hocog will replace torres in the role of lieutenant governor.
  • 2016 united states presidential election, republican party presidential candidates, 2016. george pataki, former governor of new york, has ended his campaign for the republican party nomination as president of the united states.
  • George pataki, former governor of new york, has ended his campaign to become the republican party nominee for president of united states.
  • According to north korea's state media, kim yang-gon was a top aide of kim jong un and secretary of workers' party korea (wpk). he also had responsibility for relations with south korea.

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December 29, 2015: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on December 29, 2015:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $79.99
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $106.96
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $56.29
  • General Electric GE: opens at $31.01
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $138.25

Exchange Rates on December 29, 2015:

  • 1 USD = 0.9152 EUR
  • 1 USD = 120.49 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.6751 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.372 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.3842 CAD

December 29, 2015: What were the main match results that day?

Championship - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Brighton - Ipswich : 0 - 1
  • Cardiff - Nott'm Forest : 1 - 1
  • Fulham - Rotherham : 4 - 1
  • Leeds - Derby : 2 - 2

Division 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Falkirk - Livingston : 2 - 0

Division 2 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Airdrie Utd - Stenhousemuir : 0 - 1
  • Cowdenbeath - Ayr : 4 - 2

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • Leicester - Man City : 0 - 0
  • Ross County - Kilmarnock : 3 - 2
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December 29, 2015: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 29th is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 29, 2015: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 29, 2015 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on December 29th, 2015 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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December 29, 2015: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on December 29, 2015 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 29, 2015 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 December 29, 2015 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 73% full, rising at 09:13 pm and setting at 10:28 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 25, 2015 while the next full moon would come on Jan 24, 2016.

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Who was born on December 29, 2015?


Whose famous birthday is on December 29th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 29th:

  • Patricia Clarkson
    Patricia Clarkson

    Award-winning actress known for her roles in films like The Green Mile and Pieces of April.

  • Jude Law
    Jude Law

    Renowned actor who has also shown interest and skill in sports.

  • Jon Voight
    Jon Voight

    American actor, who received oscar nominations for movies such as 1969's "deliverance", and "midnight cowboy" in addition to a few minor...

  • Ted Danson
    Ted Danson

    American actor.

  • Diego Luna
    Diego Luna

    Mexican actor, director and producer.

  • Alison Brie
    Alison Brie

    Alison Brie is an American actress known for her roles in TV shows like 'Community' and 'GLOW'.

  • Ross Lynch
    Ross Lynch

    American actor and musician known for his role in Disney Channel's 'Austin & Ally'.

  • Jane Levy
    Jane Levy

    Tv actress.

  • Leonor Varela
    Leonor Varela

    Model and actress from chile, both american and chilean.

  • Mekhi Phifer
    Mekhi Phifer

    American actor.

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December 29, 2015: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 8 years 3 months old,

or 99 months

or 430 weeks and 3 days old,

or 3013 days old,

if you were born on December 29, 2015.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 29, 2015?

There are 275 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday December 29th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 29, 2015?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on December 29, 2015.

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December 29, 2015: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on December 29, 2015:

  • Pavel Srníček

    Czech coach and footballer (d. 2015).

  • Om Prakash Malhotra

    Indian general and politician, 25th governor of punjab (b. 1922).

  • Kim Yang-gon
  • Sabino Acquaviva
  • Lilian Camberabero
  • Angelo Grilli
  • Elżbieta Krzesińska
  • Guru Josh

What famous deaths happened on December 29th?

Famous deaths on December 29th:

  • Peggy Cummins
    Peggy Cummins

    Irish actress (b. 1925).

  • Lita Grey
    Lita Grey

    American actress (born in 1908).

  • Vivienne Segal
    Vivienne Segal

    At 95, a us actress (broadway pal joey), is dead.

  • Alekai Laiho

    Talented golfer known for his precision and skill on the course.

  • Reginna Maria Rilke

    Renowned poet known for his lyrical and philosophical works.

  • Bridge Baron

    Renowned American bridge player.

  • Joseff Cornell

    Known for his intricate shadow boxes and collages.

  • Christina Rossetti

    The sister of d.g.

  • Syvilla

    Renowned African-American dancer and choreographer.

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December 29, 2015: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on December 29, 2015:

  • The fourth day of Christmas in Western Christianity.
  • R.C. Saints - Thomas Becket (optional memorial)
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December 29, 2015: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on December 29, 2015 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 28th and January 3rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


December 29, 2015: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 29, 2015 was Hello by Adele, according to the music chart for the week December 28th and January 3rd.

December 29, 2015: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on December 29, 2015 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 28th and January 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Hello
  2. - Sorry
  3. - Hotline Bling
  4. - Love Yourself
  5. - What Do You Mean?

December 29, 2015: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 29, 2015 was Hotline Bling by Drake, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 28th and January 3rd.

December 29, 2015: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on December 29, 2015 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 28th and January 3rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Hotline Bling
  2. - The Hills
  3. - Here
  4. - 679
  5. - In The Night

December 29, 2015: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on December 29, 2015 was Ginza by J Balvin, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 28th and January 3rd.

December 29, 2015: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on December 29, 2015 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 28th and January 3rd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Ginza
  2. - El Perdon
  3. - Borro Cassette
  4. - Solo Con Verte
  5. - Despues de Ti Quien

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December 29, 2015: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on December 29, 2015 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Peeping Tom

Peeping Tom

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Michael Powell

Starring: Karlheinz Böhm, Anna Massey, Moira Shearer, Maxine Audley

Country: United States of America

Inherent Vice

Inherent Vice

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Paul Thomas Anderson

Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Josh Brolin, Owen Wilson, Katherine Waterston

Country: United States of America

Blackhat

Blackhat

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Michael Mann

Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Viola Davis, Wei Tang, Leehom Wang

Country: United States of America

Left Behind

Left Behind

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Vic Armstrong

Starring: Nicolas Cage, Lea Thompson, Cassi Thomson, Chad Michael Murray

Country: United States of America

Krisha

Krisha

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Trey Edward Shults

Starring: Trey Edward Shults, Krisha Fairchild, Alex Dobrenko

Country: United States of America

December 29, 2015: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on December 29, 2015 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Born This Way

Born This Way

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Shaun Kadlec

Kaleidoscope

Kaleidoscope

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Rupert Jones

It Had to Be You

It Had to Be You

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Sasha Gordon

The Lion Guard

The Lion Guard

Release year: 2015

Country: United States of America

December 29, 2015: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on December 29, 2015 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Thomas Jefferson and the Tripoli Pirates by Brian Kilmeade, Don Yaeger

Thomas Jefferson and the Tripoli Pirates

By:

The mass-market edition of the New York Times Bestseller. This is the story of how a nation that was just becoming independent was challenged by four Muslim nations and what happened after America's third president stood up against intimidation.

The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Dinnertime by Ree Drummond

The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Dinnertime

By:

For more information, visit www.FoodNetwork.com.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School by Jeff Kinney

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School

By:

The old days were better. Or was it? Greg Heffley asks this question as his community unplugs its electronics and goes electronic-free. Modern life is full of conveniences and Greg doesn't want to live in an outdated world. With

Killing Reagan by Bill O'Reilly, Martin Dugard

Killing Reagan

By:

Killing Reagan is the bestseller by Martin Dugard and Bill O'Reilly. It's a riveting account of President Ronald Reagan's rise to power and the evil conspiracies that brought him down.

First 100 Words by Roger Priddy

First 100 Words

By:

This bright, colorful board book will teach your child the basics of first words and pictures. You will find 100 colorful photographs that you can talk about and 100 first words that you can read and learn.

December 29, 2015: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on December 29, 2015 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Etrian Mystery Dungeon

Etrian Mystery Dungeon

Platform: Nintendo 3DS

Genre: Role-playing

Publisher: JP/NA Atlus; EU NIS America

Just Dance: Disney Party 2

Just Dance: Disney Party 2

Platform: Wii Wii U Xbox 360 Xbox One

Genre: Music, Rhythm, Dance

Publisher: Ubisoft

Angry Birds 2

Angry Birds 2

Platform: iOS, Android

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: Rovio Entertainment

Lego Dimensions

Lego Dimensions

Platform: PlayStation 3; PlayStation 4; Wii U; Xbox 360; Xbox One

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment

Anno 2205

Anno 2205

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: City-building, Real-time strategy

Publisher: Ubisoft

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Who was the US President on December 29, 2015?

On December 29, 2015 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 29, 2015?

On December 29, 2015 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on December 29, 2015?

On December 29, 2015 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about December 29th?

December 29th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 29th day of the month of December. 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 December 29th, such as:

  • 2018 - Egyptian police have killed 40 militants in a retaliation to the roadside bombing that left three vietnamese tourists dead and one egyptian tour guide injured.
  • 2017 - Attack on saint menas church: nine people are killed by two coordinated attacks against coptic christians in egypt. a gunman kills two victims in an appliance store owned by coptic christians in cairo's helwan district. after killing two victims, the gunman moves on to a church and kills six more civilians and a cop before being arrested.
  • 2016 - Russian president vladimir putin stated that a ceasefire was reached between the rebel forces and the government of syria. russia and turkey are said to have guaranteed the ceasefire, which would not include un-denominated terrorist organizations like isil and al-nusra. while the fsa states it will abide by this truce, ahrar al sham expresses "reservations".

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What happened in 2015?

2015 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Terrorism is in Yemen: The death count from the suicide bombing at Ibb (Yemen) on December 31 rose to 49, with the injury count climbing to 70.
  • The suicide bombing attack in Ibb (Yemen), that took place on December 31 has resulted in 49 deaths and 70 injuries.
  • One person is killed and six are injured in a shooting in Killarney in Calgary, Canada. Police have not made any arrests.

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What was the calendar for December 2015?

December 2015 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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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