Sunday July 16, 2006: on this day

July 16, 2006 was the 197th day of the year 2006, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is July 16, 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 16, 2006, who was born and died on July 16, 2006, what holidays and observances are celebrated on July 16, 2006, which were the most popular songs (ex. Promiscuous by Nelly Furtado), movies (e.g. Shooter, directed by Antoine Fuqua), TV series (e.g. Eureka) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about July 16th, 2006 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was July 16, 2006?


July 16, 2006 was a Sunday and it was the 197th day of the year 2006 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 16, 2006 can also be written as 7/16/2006 in the US and as 16/7/2006 in UK and Europe.

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July 16, 2006: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 16, 2006:

  • According to reports, tropical storm bilis claimed the lives of at least 115 people in southeastern china when it struck on friday.
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  • 2006 israel-lebanon crisis:
  • 25 lebanese die in strikes by the israeli air force in southern lebanon. (bbc), (ynet), al-jazeera,
  • Eight civilians were killed and 17 injured when hezbollah rockets struck haifa, an israeli major city. numerous urban areas in israel's north were hit by more than 100 rockets. they also struck afula and afula, killing 8 civilians, and injuring 53. universities and train lines were shut down. (haaretz), (bbc), (al-jazeera), (cbs),
  • Israel raises the alert level at tel aviv in anticipation of further attacks. (haaretz),
  • Security officials in lebanon claim that an israeli airstrike on tyre killed at least 16 and left 42 others with injuries. (ap),
  • Conflict between israel and palestine (operation summer rains).
  • Operation summer rains: israeli-palestinian conflict: hamas militants launch ten qassam missiles against sderot & ashkelon. the rockets cause damage to residential areas, but no deaths. five militants and one civilian were killed in strikes by israel air force. (ynet),
  • Hezbollah militants have fired over 1400 mortar and rocket shells at israeli towns since wednesday morning. twelve civilians were killed and more than 500 were injured. over 130 lebanese were killed and many others were injured. this includes civilians as well as hezbollah militants. (ynet),

July 16, 2006: What were the magazines covers that day?

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July 16, 2006: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 16th is Cancer.

Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer 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 16, 2006: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 16, 2006 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.

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July 16, 2006: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 16, 2006 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 16, 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 16, 2006 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 51% full, rising at 11:22 pm and setting at 01:19 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 16, 2006?


Whose famous birthday is on July 16th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 16th:

  • Katrina Kaif
    Katrina Kaif

    Katrina kaif is a british actress and model known for her work in bollywood films.

  • Corey Feldman
    Corey Feldman

    Corey feldman is a well-known american actor and musician, best known for his roles in popular 1980s films such as the goonies and stand by...

  • Phoebe Cates
    Phoebe Cates

    Phoebe cates is a former american actress known for her roles in popular 1980s films such as 'fast times at ridgemont high' and 'gremlins'.

  • Will Ferrell
    Will Ferrell

    American comedian and actor who started his career on "saturday night live.

  • Ginger Rogers
    Ginger Rogers

    American actress and dancer, rogers was a glamour queen who wore chic clothes and sounded down-to-earth vowels.

  • Barbara Stanwyck
    Barbara Stanwyck

    Four times, an american actress was nominated for the oscar: "stella dallas," 1937, 1942, "ball of fire," 1941, and 1944.

  • Michael Flatley
    Michael Flatley

    A talented irish-american dancer taps at a staggering 28 taps per second.

  • Rubén Blades
    Rubén Blades

    Actor and singer-songwriter from panama.

  • Chris Pontius
    Chris Pontius

    American actor and jackass cast member.

  • Faye Grant
    Faye Grant

    American actress.

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July 16, 2006: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 17 years 8 months old,

or 212 months and 3 days old,

or 922 weeks and 2 days old,

or 6456 days old,

if you were born on July 16, 2006.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 16, 2006?

There are 119 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday July 16th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 16, 2006?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on July 16, 2006.

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July 16, 2006: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on July 16, 2006:

  • Winthrop Paul Rockefeller

    American businessman and politician, 13th lieutenant governor of arkansas (b. 1948).

  • Bob Orton

    Sr.

  • Ossi Reichert
  • Gabriel Ogando
  • Alessandra Contini Bonacossi
  • Ivo Laghi
  • Mariam Aslamazian

What famous deaths happened on July 16th?

Famous deaths on July 16th:

  • Patrick Dewaere
    Patrick Dewaere

    French leading man in films of the 1970s.

  • Harry Chapin
    Harry Chapin

    American singer, musician, trumpeter, and guitarist.

  • James Gammon
    James Gammon

    American actor (born in 1940).

  • Patsy Ruth Miller
    Patsy Ruth Miller

    Actress (wide open sap twin beds, sap), dies at 91.

  • Meli Lorca

    Acclaimed author of several best-selling novels.

  • Lynnon Frost

    Renowned poet whose works continue to inspire readers worldwide.

  • Carols Cruz

    Iconic Brazilian samba singer and actress.

  • Felma Hertz

    Contributed to the development of the atomic bomb during World War II.

  • Nguyen Du

    Vietnamese poet best known for writing 'The Tale of Kieu'.

  • Tanaka Kakuei

    Former Prime Minister of Japan known for economic policies.

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July 16, 2006: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on July 16, 2006:

  • Botswana - President's Day (2nd day)
  • Catholic - Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
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July 16, 2006: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on July 16, 2006 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 10th and July 16th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


July 16, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 16, 2006 was Promiscuous by Nelly Furtado, according to the music chart for the week July 10th and July 16th.

July 16, 2006: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on July 16, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 10th and July 16th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Promiscuous
  2. - Hips Don't Lie
  3. - Crazy
  4. - Me & U
  5. - It's Goin' Down

July 16, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 16, 2006 was Hips Don't Lie by Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean, according to the music chart for the week July 10th and July 16th.

July 16, 2006: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on July 16, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 10th and July 16th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Hips Don't Lie
  2. - Maneater
  3. - Smile
  4. - I Wish I Was A Punk Rocker (With Flowers In My Hair)
  5. - Buttons

July 16, 2006: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 16, 2006 was It's Goin' Down by Yung Joc, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 10th and July 16th.

July 16, 2006: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on July 16, 2006 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 10th and July 16th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - It's Goin' Down
  2. - Snap Yo Fingers
  3. - Torn
  4. - So What
  5. - Me & U

July 16, 2006: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on July 16, 2006 was Hips Don't Lie by Shakira Featuring Wyclef Jean, according to the Latin music chart for the week July 10th and July 16th.

July 16, 2006: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on July 16, 2006 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week July 10th and July 16th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Hips Don't Lie
  2. - Down
  3. - Angelito
  4. - Caile
  5. - Machucando

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July 16, 2006: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on July 16, 2006 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Shooter

Shooter

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Antoine Fuqua

Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Michael Peña, Rhona Mitra, Danny Glover

Country: United States of America

Fracture

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

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

The Kingdom

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Peter Berg

Starring: Jamie Foxx, Chris Cooper, Jennifer Garner, Jason Bateman

Country: United States of America

Hairspray

Hairspray

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Adam Shankman

Starring: John Travolta, Queen Latifah, Nikki Blonsky, Michelle Pfeiffer

Country: United States of America

July 16, 2006: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on July 16, 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:

Eureka

Eureka

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Peter O'Fallon

Foursome

Foursome

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Claude d'Anna

Drop Dead Gorgeous

Drop Dead Gorgeous

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Philip Alderton

Orange Roughies

Orange Roughies

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Chris Bailey

Eine Liebe am Gardasee

Eine Liebe am Gardasee

Release year: 2006

July 16, 2006: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on July 16, 2006 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

A Heckuva Job by Calvin Trillin

A Heckuva Job

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Despite everything Calvin Trillin wrote in Obliviously on He Sails about the Bush Administration, his 2004 bestseller in verse and poetry, George W. somehow survived.

Wisdom of Our Fathers by Tim Russert

Wisdom of Our Fathers

By:

What does it actually mean to be a father? What was the most important thing your father told you that has stuck with you all your life? Did you learn a lesson, a story or an experience that made you …

Godless by Ann Coulter

Godless

By:

"If a martian arrived in America to establish the country's official religion, he would conclude that liberalism is it. Christianity and Judaism, however, are forbidden by law.

Dispatches From The Edge by Anderson Cooper

Dispatches From The Edge

By:

Anderson Cooper has witnessed more conflict and chaos around the globe than anyone. His groundbreaking reporting on CNN has revolutionized the way we view the news.

Twelve Sharp by Janet Evanovich

Twelve Sharp

By:

Welcome to Trenton in New Jersey. Stephanie Plum, bounty hunter, is about to collapse in Janet Evanovich’s wildest and hottest novel yet. THEN

July 16, 2006: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on July 16, 2006 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Castle of Shikigami III

Castle of Shikigami III

Platform: Arcade, Microsoft Windows, Xbox 360, Wii

Genre: Scrolling shooter

Publisher: JP Taito (ARC); JP Cyberfront Corporation (WIN); JP Arc System Works (X360, Wii); NA Aksys Games (Wii)

Marvel: Ultimate Alliance

Marvel: Ultimate Alliance

Platform: Xbox Microsoft Windows PlayStation 2 Xbox 360 Game Boy Advance PlayStation Portable Wii PlayStation 3

Genre: Action role-playing

Publisher: Activision

Climate Challenge

Climate Challenge

Platform: Browser-based

Genre: Global warming game

Publisher: BBC

Bomberman PSP

Bomberman PSP

Platform: PlayStation Portable

Genre: Arcade/Maze /Strategy

Publisher: Konami

Bionicle Heroes

Bionicle Heroes

Platform: Game Boy Advance; GameCube; J2ME; Microsoft Windows; Nintendo DS; PlayStation 2; Wii; Xbox 360

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Eidos Interactive; Square Enix (digital)

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Who was the US President on July 16, 2006?

On July 16, 2006 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 16, 2006?

On July 16, 2006 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on July 16, 2006?

On July 16, 2006 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about July 16th?

July 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th 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 16th, such as:

  • 2019 - Syrian civil war: airstrikes by the syrian government targeting residential areas in jisr al-shughur and khan shaykhun in idlib province kill at least nine civilians, and injure fourteen others.
  • 2018 - 2015-2018 iraqi protests - demonstrations in iraq leave many people dead and create mass unrest.
  • 2017 - Jodie whittaker will replace peter capaldi in the 13th doctor's incarnation, making her the first woman to assume the role of doctor who's science fiction television series.

Find out more about July 16th

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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.

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