Sunday August 27, 2006: on this day

August 27, 2006 was the 239th day of the year 2006, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is August 27, 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 August 27, 2006, who was born and died on August 27, 2006, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 27, 2006, which were the most popular songs (ex. London Bridge by Fergie), movies (e.g. Little Children, directed by Todd Field), 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 August 27th, 2006 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 27, 2006?


August 27, 2006 was a Sunday and it was the 239th day of the year 2006 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 27, 2006 can also be written as 8/27/2006 in the US and as 27/8/2006 in UK and Europe.

August 27, 2006 in August 2006 calendar

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August 27, 2006: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 27, 2006:

  • Comair flight 5191 crashes at takeoff from blue grass airport, lexington, kentucky, bound for hartsfield-jackson international airport, atlanta, georgia. 49 of the 50 passengers and crew were confirmed dead within hours after the crash.
  • 2006 israel-lebanon conflict:
  • Israel denies that hezbollah-mediated prisoner exchanging with germany is expected to occur within the next two or three weeks as reported in al-ahram, an egyptian state-run newspaper. (haaretz),
  • After playing with an unexploded israeli bomb cluster in southern lebanon, four children were injured.
  • The games convention, the largest gaming expo on both atlantic sides, closes with record attendance of 183,000 visitors over 4 days. the 150,000 expected attendance was established. the expo is expanding for 2007 and beyond. mdr
  • Iran tests a sagheb missile during exercises at the persian gulf
  • Hurricane ernesto is the first hurricane in the 2006 atlantic hurricane season. jeb bush declares a state of emergency due to the possible impact on florida that it could have later in the week. (abc news),
  • As a result of a continued security crackdown, at least seven people have been killed in explosions in baghdad.
  • After being held hostage in gaza strip for two weeks, fox news channel journalists were released. olaf wiig and steve centanni were previously said to have been forced to convert to islam by their captors. (cbs news),
  • According to reports, unifil troops in lebanon broadcast sensitive information online including the strength and movements of the israeli army.
  • Comair flight 5191 crashes at lexington, kentucky. one person survived from the three crew members and 47 passengers on comair flight 5191.
  • As riots follow the murder of nawab akbar bugti, pakistan has increased security in balochistan.

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August 27, 2006: What were the main match results that day?

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Anderlecht - Club Brugge : 1 - 0
  • Gent - Charleroi : 2 - 1
  • Roeselare - Lokeren : 2 - 2

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Hamburg - Hertha : 1 - 1
  • Mainz - Ein Frankfurt : 1 - 1

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Augsburg - Essen : 0 - 0
  • Braunschweig - Koblenz : 0 - 2
  • Duisburg - Erzgebirge Aue : 4 - 2
  • Greuther Furth - Hansa Rostock : 1 - 3
  • Kaiserslautern - Paderborn : 2 - 0

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • Ath Bilbao - Sociedad : 1 - 1
  • Espanol - Gimnastic : 0 - 1
  • La Coruna - Zaragoza : 3 - 2
  • Osasuna - Getafe : 0 - 2
  • Real Madrid - Villarreal : 0 - 0
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August 27, 2006: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 27th is Virgo.

Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo 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 27, 2006: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 27, 2006 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on August 27th, 2006 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 27, 2006: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 27, 2006 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 27, 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 August 27, 2006 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 23% full, rising at 09:52 am and setting at 09:29 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 09, 2006 while the next full moon would come on Sep 07, 2006.

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Who was born on August 27, 2006?


Famous people born on August 27, 2006:

  • Tony Biakolo

Whose famous birthday is on August 27th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 27th:

  • Aaron Paul
    Aaron Paul

    Aaron Paul is an Emmy Award-winning actor known for his role as Jesse Pinkman in the TV series Breaking Bad.

  • Tom Ford
    Tom Ford

    Ford, an american fashion designer and entrepreneur, started his career as an actor.

  • Paul Reubens
    Paul Reubens

    American comedian, better known as pee wee herman.

  • Tuesday Weld
    Tuesday Weld

    American actress, who was 21 years old, had appeared in over 100 tv shows and a dozen movies.

  • Peter Stormare
    Peter Stormare

    Swedish actor, director, and playwright.

  • Neha Dhupia
    Neha Dhupia

    Indian actress and model.

  • Chandra Wilson
    Chandra Wilson

    Chandra Wilson is an American actress known for her role as Dr. Miranda Bailey on the TV series Grey's Anatomy.

  • Harry Reems
    Harry Reems

    American porn actor (d. 2013).

  • Antonia Fraser
    Antonia Fraser

    English author of historical biographies and detective stories, as well as a variety of mysteries and magazine articles.

  • Martha Raye
    Martha Raye

    American entertainer.

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August 27, 2006: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 17 years 7 months old,

or 211 months and 2 days old,

or 917 weeks and 5 days old,

or 6424 days old,

if you were born on August 27, 2006.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 27, 2006?

There are 151 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday August 27th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 27, 2006?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 27, 2006.

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August 27, 2006: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 27, 2006:

  • Rishikesh Mukherjee

    Renowned Indian film director known for his realistic and humanistic approach to filmmaking.

  • Jesse Pintado

    Mexican-american guitarist (napalm death terrorizer, lock up) (d.2006).

  • Maria Capovilla oldest living person from 2004

    2006 (born 1889).

  • Jon Dough
  • Lisimaco Casarosa
  • Moreno Bambi
  • Alfred Maria Oburu Asue
  • Claudio Vellani
  • María Capovilla
  • Linda Tee Cutchin
  • Luciano Pedro Mendes de Almeida
  • Antón Cañellas
  • Paul Gutty

What famous deaths happened on August 27th?

Famous deaths on August 27th:

  • Jinx Falkenburg
    Jinx Falkenburg

    American actress known for her work in films and television.

  • Greg Morris
    Greg Morris

    American actor.

  • Gracie Allen
    Gracie Allen

    American comedian and actress (born 1895).

  • Bharat Ratna

    Bharat Ratna was an Indian statesman and the first Prime Minister of India.

  • Jaysiah Washington

    Jaysiah Washington was a prominent civil rights activist who fought for racial equality and social justice in the United States.

  • Tryson Wapakhabulo

    Renowned diplomat known for his international contributions.

  • Haile Selassie

    Haile selassie was the emperor of ethiopia and a prominent figure in the pan-african movement, known for his efforts to modernize ethiopia...

  • Malcolm Browne

    Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist known for his work in Vietnam.

  • Margeart Bourke-White

    Renowned photojournalist known for her work during World War II.

  • Arend de Gelder

    Dutch Golden Age painter known for his biblical and mythological scenes.

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August 27, 2006: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 27, 2006:

  • Moldova - Independence Day (from the USSR, 1991)
  • Roman festivals - Volturnalia held in honor of Volturnus
  • RC Saints - Saint Monica of Hippo
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August 27, 2006: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 27, 2006 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 21st and August 27th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 27, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 27, 2006 was London Bridge by Fergie, according to the music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.

August 27, 2006: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 27, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 21st and August 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - London Bridge youtube
  2. - Crazy
  3. - Promiscuous
  4. - Me & U
  5. - Buttons

August 27, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 27, 2006 was Hips Don't Lie by Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean, according to the music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.

August 27, 2006: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 27, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 21st and August 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Hips Don't Lie
  2. - Ain't No Other Man
  3. - Unfaithful
  4. - Everytime We Touch
  5. - You Give Me Something

August 27, 2006: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 27, 2006 was Shoulder Lean by Young Dro Featuring T.I., according to the R&B music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.

August 27, 2006: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 27, 2006 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 21st and August 27th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Shoulder Lean
  2. - Pullin' Me Back
  3. - Sexy Love
  4. - Deja Vu
  5. - (When You Gonna) Give It Up To Me

August 27, 2006: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 27, 2006 was Labios Compartidos by Mana, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.

August 27, 2006: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 27, 2006 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 21st and August 27th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Labios Compartidos
  2. - Hips Don't Lie
  3. - Down
  4. - Angelito
  5. - Mas Alla Del Sol

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August 27, 2006: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 27, 2006 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Little Children

Little Children

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Todd Field

Starring: Kate Winslet, Jennifer Connelly, Patrick Wilson, Jackie Earle Haley

Country: United States of America

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

August 27, 2006: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 27, 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

The Minor Accomplishments of Jackie Woodman

Release year: 2006

Chain Reaction

Chain Reaction

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Andrew Davis

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

August 27, 2006: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 27, 2006 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Night Gardener by George Pelecanos

The Night Gardener

By:

Gus Ramone, a former Internal Affairs investigator who is now working in homicide for the city’s Violent Crime Branch, is "good police." Asa, a local teenager, was killed in his new case.

Crisis by Robin Cook

Crisis

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After being humiliated by a lawsuit for medical malpractice that threatens all he has worked to, Craig Bowman, a devoted physician, seeks the help of Jack Stapleton (his brother-in law), who finds a Pandora's Box of trouble after exhuming Craig's …

Mayflower by Nathaniel Philbrick

Mayflower

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"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 …

Lifeguard by James Patterson, Andrew Gross

Lifeguard

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The wildest thriller by "one of America’s most influential authors" (New York Times Working as a lifeguard at a luxury Florida resort, Ned Kelly finds the woman of his dreams.

Sleeping With Fear by Kay Hooper

Sleeping With Fear

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Fear has never been closer ....New York Times bestseller Kay Hooper brings fear to the forefront with her relentless thriller.

August 27, 2006: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 27, 2006 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Corvette Evolution GT

Corvette Evolution GT

Platform: PlayStation 2 Nintendo DS Windows

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Valcon Games Black Bean Games

Classic British Motor Racing

Classic British Motor Racing

Platform: Wii, PlayStation 2, PC

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Bold Games

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)

Bratz Babyz

Bratz Babyz

Platform: PC Game Boy Advance

Genre: Adventure

Publisher: THQ

American Dragon: Jake Long – Attack of the Dark Dragon

American Dragon: Jake Long – Attack of the Dark Dragon

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Action

Publisher: Buena Vista Games

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Who was the US President on August 27, 2006?

On August 27, 2006 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 27, 2006?

On August 27, 2006 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on August 27, 2006?

On August 27, 2006 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about August 27th?

August 27th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 27th 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 27th, such as:

  • 2018 - United states free trade agreements, mexico-united states relations. the united states and mexico agree on key terms in the north american free trade agreement. canada has not yet signed the agreement.
  • 2017 - Rohingya insurgency, western myanmar: 2016-17 northern rakhine state violences, 2016-17 rohingya persecutions in myanmar: dozens fleeing violence in rakhine state have been detained by bangladeshi authorities and burmese officials after trying to cross the border between myanmar and bangladesh. many were on their way to kutupalong refugee camp in ukhia (bangladesh), where they were mostly inhabited rohingya refugees.
  • 2016 - Paraguayan people's army insurgency: eight paraguayan army soldiers are killed by insurgents from the suspected paraguayan people's army epp, just outside arroyito in northern paraguay.

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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 August 2006?

August 2006 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.

Discover how August 2006 calendar looked like.

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