Sunday August 15, 2010: on this day

August 15, 2010 was the 227th day of the year 2010, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is August 15, 2010 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 15, 2010, who was born and died on August 15, 2010, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 15, 2010, which were the most popular songs (ex. Love The Way You Lie by Eminem), movies (e.g. Avatar, directed by James Cameron), TV series (e.g. Offspring) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 15th, 2010 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 15, 2010?


August 15, 2010 was a Sunday and it was the 227th day of the year 2010 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 15, 2010 can also be written as 8/15/2010 in the US and as 15/8/2010 in UK and Europe.

August 15, 2010 in August 2010 calendar

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August 15, 2010: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 15, 2010:

  • Some countries concerned have requested inspections of israel's nuclear program in a letter addressed to britain, france, russia, china and france.
  • Icasualties.org has estimated that the number of casualties suffered by international security assistance force personnel in afghanistan's war in afghanistan is now more than 2,000
  • During a gay pride parade in juiz de fora (minas gerais), brazil, a teenager is killed and another is injured by a second shot.
  • Jamaican authorities have imposed a new curfew in kingston.
  • During protests against indian rule, a policeman throws a shoe at omar abdullah (ceem minister for jammu and kashmir), during the indian independence day function held in srinagar. 15 policemen were later suspended.
  • 13 people were killed in a missile attack by the united states on a militant compound located in essori, pakistan's north waziristan region.
  • Two blasts that hit televisa in monterrey, and matamoros did not kill anyone.
  • Due to a bomb threat, thousands are evacuated from lourdes, a french pilgrimage site. it reopens later.
  • Holly walsh, a children's tv presenter, breaks bones and dislocates her shoulder while jumping from a pier at a worthing festival, west sussex, england, uk. the festival is briefly stopped.
  • Ban ki-moon, secretary-general of united nations visits pakistan to see the relief efforts for the 2010 floods in pakistan.
  • Russian wildfires 2010:
  • In an effort to lower the bread price, a ban on grain exports is implemented.
  • French authorities deport roma from illegal campsites
  • Some members of president nicolas sarkozy’s party object to the treatment the roma receive as if it were an ampquotreminiscent of roundups in the warampquot.
  • Australia and malaysia commemorate the 1965 sandakan death marches.
  • Sri lanka opens a new port in southern hambantota, which has received significant financial assistance from china.
  • Five men from iraq were cleared of the charges of killing 6 british officers in 2003.
  • Bahrain: 4 shia muslim activists were arrested
  • After apparently suicide, philip markoff, the craiglist killer is found dead in massachusetts prison.
  • Daniel skahan (29-year-old ottawa resident) was charged with mischief and possession incendiary material. he is accused of setting fire to the home of stephen harper, canadian prime minister.
  • The ruling african national congress has agreed to allow the fusion of the independent democrats and democratic alliance opposition parties from south africa.
  • Julia gillard, prime minister of australia defends controversial plan to create a citizens assembly consisting of 150 randomly selected australians who would discuss climate change.
  • On the anniversary of japan's surrender, world war ii, naoto kan's entire cabinet avoids yasukuni shrine.
  • Yuka sato, japan's first female winner of the gold medal in the girls' triathlon competition at the 2010 summer youth olympic games.
  • Valentino rossi, 7-time world champion, has confirmed that he will be leaving the fiat yamaha team to join the ducati team for two years starting in 2011.
  • Ayman al zawahiri criticizes the turkish government via audio message. he says it is co-operation and "killing muslims of afghanistan".
  • General david petraeus doubts that the united states can withdraw from afghanistan in 2011 during an interview on american television.
  • Multiple suicide bombings occur in baghdad during the mid-day rush hour. they kill 4 people and injure 16. another strike occurs at 7:15am. it strikes a minibus that is heading from sadr city to downtown baghdad. the victims include a police officer and nine others. three other bombs explode simultaneously in a commercial district, killing 1 and injuring 7.
  • Zsa zsa gabor, a hungarian american actress, is said to be in "extremely grave condition" following further surgery yesterday. she has requested the last rites.
  • After the united states withdrew their assistance following the clash at the border between israel and lebanon in 2010, the united states closed a bank account in lebanon to fund its army.
  • China has established a day for mourning in honor of the victims of the zhouqu landslide last weekend.
  • 2010 russian wildfires: the smog from the russian wildfires of 2010 returns to moscow. (ria novosti via google news) a ban on grain exports is implemented in an attempt to lower the bread price.
  • Moscow is now smog-free after the russian wildfires of 2010.
  • French authorities deport romani from illegal campsites. (bbc). some politicians from president nicolas sarkozy’s own party object to the romani being treated as "reminiscent of roundups in the war."
  • A major road bridge was barricaded near bordeaux on a holiday weekend. this was done by romani who object to french authorities forcing them out.
  • After cheuk woon yee, a hong kong player, was injured in the match against the netherlands, the 2010 women's baseball world cup has been moved.
  • Manmohan singh, prime minister of india, creates a ministerial commission to save the 2010 commonwealth games scheduled to be held at delhi in october.
  • German golfer martin kaymer wins the united states pga championship at whistling straits in wisconsin. he beat us golfer bubba watson by three holes.

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August 15, 2010: What were the main match results that day?

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Cercle Brugge - Club Brugge : 3 - 1
  • Genk - Charleroi : 5 - 0

Le Championnat - Football (France)

  • Bordeaux - Toulouse : 1 - 2
  • Caen - Lyon : 3 - 2
  • Lille - Paris SG : 0 - 0

Championship - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Nott'm Forest - Leeds : 1 - 1

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • Liverpool - Arsenal : 1 - 1
  • Motherwell - Hibernian : 2 - 3
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August 15, 2010: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 15th 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 15, 2010: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 15, 2010 is Tiger and the associated element is Metal.

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Birth chart on this day

Discover the planets positions on August 15th, 2010 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 15, 2010: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

43%

The moon phase on August 15, 2010 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 15, 2010 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 15, 2010 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 43% full, rising at 12:51 pm and setting at 10:48 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 26, 2010 while the next full moon would come on Aug 24, 2010.

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Who was born on August 15, 2010?


Whose famous birthday is on August 15th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 15th:

  • Jennifer Lawrence
    Jennifer Lawrence

    Academy Award-winning actress known for her roles in films like The Hunger Games, Silver Linings Playbook, and X-Men: First Class.

  • Ben Affleck
    Ben Affleck

    American actor.

  • Anthony Anderson
    Anthony Anderson

    Anthony anderson is an american actor and comedian known for his roles in tv shows like 'black-ish' and films like 'kangaroo jack'.

  • Debra Messing
    Debra Messing

    Debra Messing is an American actress best known for her role as Grace Adler on the TV series 'Will & Grace.

  • Nino Ferrer
    Nino Ferrer

    Pop music songwriter and singer from italy.

  • Julia Child
    Julia Child

    American chef and author of more than nine cookbooks.

  • Stieg Larsson
    Stieg Larsson

    Swedish journalist and writer.

  • Mike Connors
    Mike Connors

    Touch connors, an american actor, was first seen on screen in 1953.

  • Zeljko Ivanek
    Zeljko Ivanek

    Lujubljana, yugoslavia -- actor (mass appeal).

  • Wendy Hiller
    Wendy Hiller

    England, united kingdom -- actresses (major barbara and david copperfield).

See more famous people and celebrities born on August 15th

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August 15, 2010: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 13 years 7 months old,

or 163 months and 13 days old,

or 710 weeks and 4 days old,

or 4974 days old,

if you were born on August 15, 2010.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 15, 2010?

There are 140 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 15th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 15, 2010?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 15, 2010.

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August 15, 2010: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 15, 2010:

  • Elfida Vargas

    Elfida Vargas was a renowned Colombian poet whose work explored themes of love, nature, and social justice.

  • Earsel Hines

    Earsel Hines was a renowned American dancer who made significant contributions to the field of modern dance.

  • Soundra Mohan

    Acclaimed painter whose works reflect themes of nature and spirituality.

  • Warnell Wilkins

    Warnell Wilkins was a renowned foreign correspondent who reported from conflict zones around the world.

  • Aury Montague

    Aury Montague was a renowned Canadian poet whose work explored themes of nature, spirituality, and the human experience.

  • Daiden Kobayashi

    Daiden Kobayashi was a Japanese mathematician known for his contributions to the field of algebraic geometry.

  • Sayre Wiseman

    Sayre Wiseman was an American author who wrote several novels and short stories during the 20th century.

  • Oleksandr Prosvirnin
  • Ghāzī ʿAbd al-Raḥmān al-Quṣaybī
  • John Green
  • Laura D'Angelo
  • Joseph Sanguedolce
  • Lionel Régal
  • Alicia Andrade

What famous deaths happened on August 15th?

Famous deaths on August 15th:

  • Jan Kiepura
    Jan Kiepura

    Sosnowiec (poland) -- vocalist / actor ("her wonderful lie").

  • Paul Lukas
    Paul Lukas

    Actor kim, berlin express, dies at 76 from heart failure.

  • August Schellenberg
    August Schellenberg

    Canadian-american actor (d. 2013.

  • Mckenleigh Avery

    Mckenleigh Avery was a renowned author known for their thought-provoking and critically acclaimed works of fiction.

  • Lavante Dubois

    Lavante Dubois was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of abstract algebra and number theory.

  • Jyron Fitzgerald

    Jyron Fitzgerald was a celebrated biographer known for his insightful and meticulously researched works on influential figures in history.

  • Severus Levy

    Famous for his abstract sculptures that challenge traditional forms.

  • Jonnette Fitzgerald

    Jonnette Fitzgerald was an acclaimed American author known for her award-winning novels.

  • Yaacov Ziv

    Co-inventor of the Lempel-Ziv compression algorithms.

  • Orvell R. Ramon

    Renowned author known for his impactful novels.

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August 15, 2010: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 15, 2010:

  • Hawaii ? Toro Nagashi (Floating Lantern Ceremony) to commemorate the end of the second world war
  • Poland ? Polish Armed Forces Day
  • Eastern Orthodoxy ? Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos, the commemoration of the death of Mary, the mother of Jesus.
  • RC Saints ? Feast day of the Assumption of Mary, the mother of Jesus, Holy Day of Obligation. Public Holiday in: Austria, Belgium, Cameroon, Chile, C(te d'Ivoire, Croatia, Cyprus, East Timor, France, Greece, India, Italy, Lebanon, Lithuania, Malta, Mauritius, Poland, Portugal, Seychelles, Slovenia and Spain.
  • Acadie ? National Day
  • Egypt ? Flooding of the Nile Day
  • India ? Independence Day (from the United Kingdom, 1947)
  • Korea ? Liberation Day
  • Italy ? "Ferragosto", remembrance of an ancient Roman holiday in honor of Augustus (Feriae Augusti)
  • Liechtenstein ? Liechtenstein Day
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August 15, 2010: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 15, 2010 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 9th and August 15th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 15, 2010: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 15, 2010 was Love The Way You Lie by Eminem, according to the music chart for the week August 9th and August 15th.

August 15, 2010: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 15, 2010 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 9th and August 15th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Love The Way You Lie
  2. - California Gurls
  3. - Dynamite
  4. - Airplanes
  5. - I Like It

August 15, 2010: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 15, 2010 was There Goes My Baby by Usher, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 9th and August 15th.

August 15, 2010: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 15, 2010 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 9th and August 15th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - There Goes My Baby
  2. - Un-Thinkable (I'm Ready)
  3. - Find Your Love
  4. - Ride
  5. - Your Love

August 15, 2010: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 15, 2010 was Cuando Me Enamoro by Enrique Iglesias Featuring Juan Luis Guerra, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 9th and August 15th.

August 15, 2010: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 15, 2010 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 9th and August 15th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Cuando Me Enamoro
  2. - Dime Que Me Quieres
  3. - Yerbatero
  4. - Alejate De Mi
  5. - Al Menos

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August 15, 2010: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 15, 2010 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Avatar

Avatar

Release year: 2010

Directed by: James Cameron

Starring: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney Weaver, Michelle Rodriguez

Country: United States of America

A Single Man

A Single Man

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Tom Ford

Starring: Colin Firth, Julianne Moore, Matthew Goode, Nicholas Hoult

Country: United States of America

City Island

City Island

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Raymond De Felitta

Starring: Andy Garcia, Julianna Margulies, Steven Strait, Emily Mortimer

Country: United States of America

Law Abiding Citizen

Law Abiding Citizen

Release year: 2010

Directed by: F. Gary Gray

Starring: Gerard Butler, Jamie Foxx, Leslie Bibb, Colm Meaney

Country: United States of America

Precious

Precious

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Lee Daniels

Starring: Gabourey Sidibe, Mo'Nique, Paula Patton, Mariah Carey

Country: United States of America

August 15, 2010: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 15, 2010 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Offspring

Offspring

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Andrew van den Houten

Grandma's House

Grandma's House

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Paul D. Hannah

The Great Outdoors

The Great Outdoors

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Universal Studios

Twisted

Twisted

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Phillip Kaufman

Norman

Norman

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Jonathan Segal

August 15, 2010: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 15, 2010 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Big Short by Michael Lewis

The Big Short

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The true story of the crash started in strange feeder markets, where the sun doesn’t shine and the SEC doesn’t dare or bother to tread: the bond derivative and real estate derivative

The Obama Diaries by Laura Ingraham

The Obama Diaries

By:

(WASHINGTON D.C., May 20, 2010 - Laura Ingraham was sent a package by an unknown source. It will alter the history of the United States as well as the legacy of President Barack Obama.

Fly Away Home by Jennifer Weiner

Fly Away Home

By:

Fly Away Home, a beloved story by one of America's most loved writers, tells the tale of a mother with two daughters who flee to Connecticut in search of refuge.

Queen Of The Night by J. A. Jance

Queen Of The Night

By:

"J.A. Jance is one of the most Chattanooga Times best--if it's the best Chattanooga TimesIn queen of the Night, New York Times bestseller J.A. Jance welcomes back the Walker family, introduced in Hour of the Hunter.

Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang by Chelsea Handler

Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang

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WHAT? . . A RIOT! Chelsea Handler's irreverent wit makes life more funny. Is there anyone else who would send emails to all her staff in order to get rid of the dumbest people she meets? The #1 bestselling author …

August 15, 2010: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 15, 2010 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Brothers in Arms 2: Global Front

Brothers in Arms 2: Global Front

Platform: iOS, Android

Genre: First-person shooter, action-adventure

Publisher: Gameloft

Alpha Protocol

Alpha Protocol

Platform: Microsoft Windows PlayStation 3 Xbox 360

Genre: Action role-playing, stealth

Publisher: Sega

And-Kensaku

And-Kensaku

Platform: Wii

Genre: Party

Publisher: Nintendo

Alan Wake

Alan Wake

Platform: Xbox 360 Microsoft Windows

Genre: Action-adventure, psychological horror, third-person shooter

Publisher: Microsoft Game Studios

Michael Jackson: The Experience

Michael Jackson: The Experience

Platform: Nintendo DS, PlayStation Portable, Wii, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Nintendo 3DS, iPad, PlayStation Vita, Mac OS X, iPad 2, iPhone

Genre: Music, rhythm

Publisher: Ubisoft, Triumph International

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Who was the US President on August 15, 2010?

On August 15, 2010 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 15, 2010?

On August 15, 2010 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 15, 2010?

On August 15, 2010 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about August 15th?

August 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th 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 15th, such as:

  • 2018 - War in afghanistan: a suicide bomber attack on a kabul education center left at least 48 people dead, mostly students. the taliban denies any involvement. (bbc). two units of afghan security forces were attacked by the taliban in baghlan-e-markazi district of baghlan province. the attack resulted in the deaths of at least 39 soldiers as well as police officers.
  • 2017 - Boko haram insurgency, three suicide bombers kill 27 and injure 83 people near maiduguri (nigeria).
  • 2016 - At least 11 people were killed in an airstrike by the saudi-led coalition that struck a northern yemen hospital run by medecins sans frontieres.

Find out more about August 15th

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What happened in 2010?

2010 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Heritage Numismatic Auctions has sold a US 1874 Bickford Gold $10 Pattern at Public Auction for US$1,265,000. The Reed Hawn US 1913 Liberty Head 5-cent Coin sells at $3,737,000.
  • Republican Scott Brown wins Massachusetts' vacant Senate seat, decreasing the Democrats' majority by 59 seats to 41.
  • Spyker, a Dutch auto company, signs a deal with General Motors to purchase Sweden's Saab for US$74 Million in cash and $326,000,000 in deferred shares.

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What was the calendar for August 2010?

August 2010 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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