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July 29, 2006 was the 210th day of the year 2006, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is July 29, 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 July 29, 2006, who was born and died on July 29, 2006, what holidays and observances are celebrated on July 29, 2006, which were the most popular songs (ex. Promiscuous by Nelly Furtado), movies (e.g. Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan, directed by Larry Charles), TV series (e.g. The Minor Accomplishments Of Jackie Woodman) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about July 29th, 2006 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was July 29, 2006?
- July 29, 2006: What happened on that day?
- July 29, 2006: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- July 29, 2006: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on July 29, 2006?
- July 29, 2006: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- July 29, 2006: What famous people died on that day?
- July 29, 2006: Number 1 song on that day
- July 29, 2006: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- July 29, 2006: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- July 29, 2006: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- July 29, 2006: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on July 29, 2006?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 29, 2006?
- Who was the Pope on July 29, 2006?
What day of the week was July 29, 2006?
July 29, 2006 was a Saturday and it was the 210th day of the year 2006 in the Gregorian calendar.
July 29, 2006 can also be written as 7/29/2006 in the US and as 29/7/2006 in UK and Europe.
July 29, 2006: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on July 29, 2006:
- 2006 israel-lebanon conflict:
- Israel rejects un's call for a truce
- The battle of bint jbeil is over when the idf departs bint jbeil in lebanon. bint jbeil saw the deaths of 8 israeli soldiers as well as 50-70 hezbollah militants. (haaretz),
- 150 people were treated in hospital after an explosion at the pertamina/petrochina oil refinery at bojonegoro, east java province, indonesia. nearby villages saw 6,000 people fleeing. there is no information at this time about any casualties.
- Somali premier ali mohammed ghedi claims that iran, egypt, libya and libya are providing weaponry to the islamic courts union.
- Hassan nasrallah, hezbollah's head, has vowed rocket strikes against central israel's towns. he calls it a "temporary nation" and asks "when were two million israelis forced into bomb shelters or fled their homes in an arab-israeli conflict?" (haaretz),
- Hezbollah launched a rocket friday. they claim it to be a long-range missile called "khaibar 1". this rocket was the longest hezbollah rockets have landed in israel since july 12, when the conflict began.
July 29, 2006: What were the main match results that day?
Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)
- Charleroi - Lierse : 0 - 0
- FC Brussels - Bergen : 1 - 0
- Genk - Waregem : 3 - 1
- Germinal - Beveren : 1 - 0
- Mouscron - Cercle Brugge : 2 - 1
Division 2 - Football (France)
- Gueugnon - Metz : 0 - 1
Premier League - UK Soccer
- Celtic - Kilmarnock : 4 - 1
- Dundee United - Falkirk : 1 - 2
- Dunfermline - Hearts : 1 - 2
- Hibernian - Aberdeen : 1 - 1
- Inverness C - St Mirren : 1 - 2
July 29, 2006: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 29th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.
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July 29, 2006: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 29, 2006 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on July 29th, 2006 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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July 29, 2006: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on July 29, 2006 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 29, 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 July 29, 2006 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 20% full, rising at 10:01 am and setting at 10:25 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jul 11, 2006 while the next full moon would come on Aug 09, 2006.
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Who was born on July 29, 2006?
Famous people born on July 29, 2006:
- Dila Yıldız
Whose famous birthday is on July 29th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 29th:
![Sanjay Dutt]()
Sanjay DuttHe is an actor and producer from india, best known for his work with hindi cinema.
![Jean-Hugues Anglade]()
Jean-Hugues AngladeFrench actor who starred in jean-jacques beineix’s 1985 film "betty blue" with ba(c)atrice dale.
![Radha Ravi]()
Radha RaviRadha ravi is a prominent indian actor known for his work in tamil cinema.
![Clara Bow]()
Clara BowAmerican actress.
![Rachel Miner]()
Rachel MinerAmerican actress, born in the theater arts.
![Peter Jennings]()
Peter JenningsCanadian-american journalist, reporter, and respected anchorman for abc's world news tonight, jennings co-authored aeuroethe centuryaeur...
![Thelma Todd]()
Thelma ToddAmerican actress and comedian (b. 1905).
![Robert Fuller]()
Robert FullerRobert fuller is an american tv actor known for his roles in popular western television series such as laramie and wagon train.
![Robert Horton]()
Robert HortonAmerican actor best known for his role on the tv series "wagon train" (1957-1961).
![David Warner]()
David WarnerManchester, new hampshire -- actor (star trek vi, time bandits).
July 29, 2006: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 17 years 8 months old,
or 212 months and 28 days old,
or 925 weeks and 6 days old,
or 6481 days old,
if you were born on July 29, 2006.How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 29, 2006?
There are 94 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday July 29th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 29, 2006?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on July 29, 2006.
July 29, 2006: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on July 29, 2006:
- Aroldo Candell
Renowned physicist known for contributions to quantum mechanics.
- Pierre Vidal-Naquet
- Nino Ferrero
- Gino Vinicio Gentili
- Jacques Ozouf
- Julio Aumente
What famous deaths happened on July 29th?
Famous deaths on July 29th:
![Cass Elliot]()
Cass ElliotAmerican singer, talented and overweight, who was a star with the group "mamas and the papas", which consisted of elliot john and michelle...
![David Niven]()
David NivenEnglish military officer and actor (b. 1910).
![Jerome Robbins]()
Jerome RobbinsAmerican choreographer and director producer.
![Harold Sakata]()
Harold SakataAmerican professional wrestler ('tosh togo) and actor (born in 1920).
![Raymond Massey]()
Raymond MasseyActor from canada, who was born in 1896, succumbs to pneumonia in beverly hills.
![Rena Vlahopoulou]()
Rena VlahopoulouGreek singer and actress (born in 1923).
![Fred Waring]()
Fred WaringAmerican singer-bandleader and television host (waring’s pennsylvanians), (d. 1984).
![Eileen Percy]()
Eileen PercySilent film actress (wicked backstage), is killed at 72.
- Vincent van Gogh
One of the most influential and iconic post-impressionist painters, known for his bold, expressive brushstrokes and vibrant use of color.
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July 29, 2006: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on July 29, 2006 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 24th and July 30th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
July 29, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on July 29, 2006 was Promiscuous by Nelly Furtado, according to the music chart for the week July 24th and July 30th.
July 29, 2006: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on July 29, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 24th and July 30th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Nelly Furtado - Promiscuous
- Gnarls Barkley - Crazy
- Cassie - Me & U
- Shakira - Hips Don't Lie
- Yung Joc - It's Goin' Down
July 29, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on July 29, 2006 was Hips Don't Lie by Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean, according to the music chart for the week July 24th and July 30th.
July 29, 2006: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on July 29, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 24th and July 30th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean - Hips Don't Lie
- Nelly Furtado - Maneater
- Lily Allen - Smile
- Sandi Thom - I Wish I Was A Punk Rocker (With Flowers In My Hair)
- The Pussycat Dolls featuring Snoop Dogg - Buttons
July 29, 2006: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on July 29, 2006 was Snap Yo Fingers by Lil Jon Featuring E-40 & Sean Paul Of The YoungBloodZ, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 24th and July 30th.
July 29, 2006: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on July 29, 2006 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 24th and July 30th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Lil Jon Featuring E-40 & Sean Paul Of The YoungBloodZ - Snap Yo Fingers
- Cassie - Me & U
- LeToya - Torn
- Field Mob Featuring Ciara - So What
- Young Dro Featuring T.I. - Shoulder Lean
July 29, 2006: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on July 29, 2006 was Down by RKM & Ken-Y, according to the Latin music chart for the week July 24th and July 30th.
July 29, 2006: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on July 29, 2006 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week July 24th and July 30th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- RKM & Ken-Y - Down
- Don Omar - Angelito
- Shakira Featuring Wyclef Jean - Hips Don't Lie
- Thalia Featuring Anthony "Romeo" Santos - No, No, No
- Tito "El Bambino" El Patron - Caile
July 29, 2006: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on July 29, 2006 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Larry Charles
Starring: Sacha Baron Cohen, Ken Davitian, Luenell, Chester
Country: United States of America
Shooter
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Antoine Fuqua
Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Michael Peña, Rhona Mitra, Danny Glover
Country: United States of America
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
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Gabor Csupo
Starring: Josh Hutcherson, AnnaSophia Robb, Zooey Deschanel, Robert Patrick
Country: United States of America
The Kingdom
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Peter Berg
Starring: Jamie Foxx, Chris Cooper, Jennifer Garner, Jason Bateman
Country: United States of America
July 29, 2006: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on July 29, 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:
The Minor Accomplishments of Jackie Woodman
Release year: 2006
Chain Reaction
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Andrew Davis
Eureka
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Peter O'Fallon
Foursome
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Claude d'Anna
Drop Dead Gorgeous
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Philip Alderton
July 29, 2006: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on July 29, 2006 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Phantom
By: Terry Goodkind
Kahlan Amnell was the most dangerous woman alive the moment she awoke, unable to remember her name. That was the day the world ended for everyone else.
Beach Road
By: James Patterson, Peter de Jonge
Tom Dunleavy, Montauk lawyer, has a woefully limited client list. He barely keeps his paper clips in place for real estate closings. He knows he has the case of his life when he is asked to defend a local suspect …
Coming Out
By: Danielle Steel
Olympia Crawford Rubinstein is a busy lawyer with a strong marriage and has a unique way of managing her family with grace, humor and boundless energy.
Mayflower
By: Nathaniel Philbrick
"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 …
Danse Macabre
By: Laurell K. Hamilton
Anita Blake is caught up in the supernatural passions and finds herself in a very human dilemma.
July 29, 2006: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on July 29, 2006 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Broken Sword: The Angel of Death
Arabians Lost: The Engagement on Desert
Black & White 2: Battle of the Gods
Star Wars: Lethal Alliance II
AirForce2
Who was the US President on July 29, 2006?
On July 29, 2006 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 29, 2006?
On July 29, 2006 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on July 29, 2006?
On July 29, 2006 the Pope was Benedict XVI.
What is special about July 29th?
July 29th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 29th day of the month of July. 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 July 29th, such as:
- 2019 - Two american army soldiers are killed by an afghan national army soldier in afghanistan's kandahar. this is suspected to be an insider attack. the victim is believed to have been wounded.
- 2018 - 2018 pacific typhoon season: typhoon jongdari strikes central and western japan. it injures at least 21 people, and cuts power to thousands of homes. after devastating floods earlier in the month and a deadly heat wave, the typhoon is just the latest of a series of weather events that have affected the country.
- 2017 - South african premier division: two people are killed and 17 others are hurt in a stampede at first national bank stadium, soweto, south africa. the incident occurred during a match between kaizer chiefs and orlando pirates.
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 July 2006?
July 2006 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with July being the 7th 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.
