Saturday August 02, 2014: on this day
August 02, 2014 was the 214th day of the year 2014, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is August 02, 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 02, 2014, who was born and died on August 02, 2014, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 02, 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. Girl Meets World) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 2nd, 2014 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 02, 2014?
- August 02, 2014: What happened on that day?
- August 02, 2014: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 02, 2014: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 02, 2014?
- August 02, 2014: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 02, 2014: What famous people died on that day?
- August 02, 2014: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 02, 2014: Number 1 song on that day
- August 02, 2014: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 02, 2014: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 02, 2014: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 02, 2014: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 02, 2014?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 02, 2014?
- Who was the Pope on August 02, 2014?
What day of the week was August 02, 2014?
August 02, 2014 was a Saturday and it was the 214th day of the year 2014 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 02, 2014 can also be written as 8/2/2014 in the US and as 2/8/2014 in UK and Europe.
August 02, 2014: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 02, 2014:
- 2014 pro-russian unrest ukraine: war in donbass: ukrainian forces retake the control of krasnohorivka (and staromykhailivka), outside of donetsk, the stronghold of pro-russian rebels.
- Nagorno–karabakh conflict, 2014 armenian–azerbaijani line of contact clashes: five more azeri soldiers are killed in fighting overnight with ethnic armenians at nagorno–karabakh. in a flurry of violence in the area around nagorno karabakh, the death toll now stands at 13 russia stated that any further escalation was unacceptable.
- Five more azeri soldiers are killed during overnight fighting in nagorno karabakh with ethnic armenians. these deaths bring the death toll at least to 13 following a flare up of violence in the region around nagornokarabakh. russia stated that any further escalation was unacceptable.
- 2014 israel-gaza conflict. israel defense forces claim that the israeli soldier believed to be captured by hamas fighters at rafah on israel's border with gaza had been killed in battle and his body was taken.
- Israel defense forces claim that the israeli soldier believed to be captured in rafah by hamas fighters had been actually killed in battle and his body was taken.
- 2014 kunshan explosion this factory makes aluminum alloy tire wheels.
- A factory that produces parts for general motors' automobiles in shanghai, china, exploded early in the morning. at least 68 people died and over 180 were injured. the factory makes aluminum alloy tire wheels.
- Sun kosi river in nepal: landslides cause massive flooding, killing at least 8 people and leaving hundreds without a trace.
- There have been at least 8 deaths and hundreds of missing people in flash flood fears. large landslides caused by flash flooding downstream have swept away entire itani and kagu settlements. about 1km of the araniko highway has been destroyed.
- At least 146 people were killed and more than 114 injured in a factory explosion in kunshan, jiangsu, china.
August 02, 2014: What were the main match results that day?
Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)
- Charleroi - Westerlo : 2 - 3
- Genk - Cercle Brugge : 1 - 1
- Kortrijk - Standard : 2 - 3
- Mouscron-Peruwelz - Waasland-Beveren : 1 - 0
Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)
- Bochum - Greuther Furth : 1 - 1
- RB Leipzig - Aalen : 0 - 0
- St Pauli - Ingolstadt : 1 - 1
Division 2 - Football (France)
- Sochaux - Orleans : 0 - 1
August 02, 2014: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 2nd 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 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 02, 2014: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 02, 2014 is Horse and the associated element is Wood.
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August 02, 2014: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 02, 2014 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 02, 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 02, 2014 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 41% full, rising at 12:14 pm and setting at 11:24 pm.
The previous full moon was on Jul 12, 2014 while the next full moon would come on Aug 10, 2014.
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Get your map!Who was born on August 02, 2014?
Whose famous birthday is on August 2nd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 2nd:
- Carroll O'Connor
Carroll o'connor was an american actor best known for his role as archie bunker in the tv series 'all in the family'.
- Dom DeLuise
Dom deluise was an american actor and comedian known for his roles in comedy films and television shows, often collaborating with mel brooks...
- Isabel Allende
Isabel allende is a chilean author known for her bestselling novels, such as 'the house of the spirits' and 'eva luna', which often...
- Muriel Robin
She is a french comedian, singer, and actress.
- Kevin Smith
Kevin smith is a director known for his work on cult classic films such as clerks and dogma.
- Sam Worthington
Sam worthington is an australian actor known for his roles in blockbuster films such as avatar and terminator salvation.
- Wes Craven
American screen writer, filmmaker and author.
- James Baldwin
American writer (born in 1924).
- Joanna Cassidy
American actress and film star best known for her role as falcon crest.
- Myrna Loy
American actress whose political views brought her to prominence at unesco.
August 02, 2014: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 9 years 7 months old,
or 115 months and 27 days old,
or 503 weeks and 6 days old,
or 3527 days old,
if you were born on August 02, 2014.How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 02, 2014?
There are 126 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday August 2nd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 02, 2014?
You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on August 02, 2014.
August 02, 2014: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 02, 2014:
- Billie Letts
American author known for her novel 'Where the Heart Is.
- Parnell Kerr
Noted physicist who made significant contributions to the field of solid-state physics.
- James Thompson
American-finnish author (d. 2014).
- Barbara Prammer
Austrian social worker and politician (b. 1954).
- Ed Joyce
American journalist (b. 1932).
- Luciano Borgognoni
- Domenico Ligresti
- Hermann Weißauer
- Ol'ga Voronec
What famous deaths happened on August 2nd?
Famous deaths on August 2nd:
- Jean-Pierre Melville
French filmmaker.
- David Huddleston
American actor (b. 1930).
- Cathleen Nesbitt
English actress (separate tables) dies at 93.
- Josehua Bell
Inventor of the telephone and credited with the first successful experiment in talking through a wire.
- Lexander Graham Bell
Inventor and entrepreneur who revolutionized communication with the invention of the telephone.
- Sruly Halberstam
Hasidic rabbi and Holocaust survivor who became a prominent figure in the Jewish community.
- Burel Burroughs
Burel Burroughs was an American novelist and essayist, best known for his semi-autobiographical novel 'Naked Lunch'.
- Vin Scully
Vin scully is a retired american sportscaster best known for his 67 seasons as the play-by-play announcer for the los angeles dodgers.
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August 02, 2014: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 02, 2014:
- St. Etheldritha/Alfrida
- St. Alphonsus Mary de Ligouri
- St. Stephen
- Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 4 saints: St. Peter Julian Eymard
- Feast day of Ilya the Prophet in Russian Orthodox Church
- Bulgaria/Republic of Macedonia - Ilinden (St. Ilya Day), a day of remembrance of the Ilinden Uprising
- Costa Rica - Our Lady of the Angels
- Day of airborne forces in Russia
August 02, 2014: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 02, 2014 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 28th and August 3rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 02, 2014: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 02, 2014 was Rude by MAGIC!, according to the music chart for the week July 28th and August 3rd.
August 02, 2014: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 02, 2014 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 28th and August 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- MAGIC! - Rude
- Iggy Azalea Featuring Charli XCX - Fancy
- Sam Smith - Stay With Me
- Ariana Grande Featuring Iggy Azalea - Problem
- Nico & Vinz - Am I Wrong
August 02, 2014: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 02, 2014 was Fancy by Iggy Azalea Featuring Charli XCX, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 28th and August 3rd.
August 02, 2014: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 02, 2014 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 28th and August 3rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Iggy Azalea Featuring Charli XCX - Fancy
- John Legend - All Of Me
- Jason Derulo Featuring Snoop Dogg - Wiggle
- Pharrell Williams - Happy
- Tinashe Featuring ScHoolboy Q - 2 On
August 02, 2014: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 02, 2014 was Bailando by Enrique Iglesias Featuring Descemer Bueno & Gente de Zona, according to the Latin music chart for the week July 28th and August 3rd.
August 02, 2014: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 02, 2014 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week July 28th and August 3rd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Enrique Iglesias Featuring Descemer Bueno & Gente de Zona - Bailando
- Romeo Santos - Eres Mia
- Romeo Santos - Propuesta Indecente
- Romeo Santos Featuring Drake - Odio
- J Balvin Featuring Farruko - 6 AM
August 02, 2014: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 02, 2014 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
August 02, 2014: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 02, 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:
August 02, 2014: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 02, 2014 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
August 02, 2014: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 02, 2014 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Who was the US President on August 02, 2014?
On August 02, 2014 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 02, 2014?
On August 02, 2014 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 02, 2014?
On August 02, 2014 the Pope was Francis.
What is special about August 2nd?
August 2nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 2nd 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 2nd, such as:
- 2018 - Saudi arabian-led intervention, battle of al hudaydah in yemen: at least 20 people were killed in an airstrike by the saudi-led coalition in al hudaydah (yemen). saudi arabia's spokesperson denied that its jets were present in the area, but blamed rebels.
- 2017 - Two american soldiers are killed by a suicide bomber in afghanistan's war on terror. the taliban claim responsibility.
- 2016 - Syrian civil war: a volunteer search and rescue team from the syria civil defence says that 33 people were injured by toxic gas dropped from an unmanned helicopter onto saraqeb, rebel-held idlib governorate.
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.