Thursday April 01, 2010: on this day

About April 1st, 2010, in brief:

  • Historical events: The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act is initiated by the Indian government. It provides compulsory and free education to all children between 6 and 14 years of age. This makes education a fundamental human right for millions of children.
  • Day of the week: April 1st, 2010 was a Thursday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Famous Birthdays: Logan Paul, Toshirô Mifune
  • Moon Phase: Full Moon
  • #1 US song: Rude Boy by Rihanna
  • Popular movie: Avatar directed by James Cameron

More about April 1st, 2010? See below for more news and curiosities on April 1st, 2010.

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What day of the week was April 01, 2010?


April 01, 2010 was a Thursday and it was the 91st day of the year 2010 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 01, 2010 can also be written as 4/1/2010 in the US and as 1/4/2010 in UK and Europe.

April 01, 2010 in April 2010 calendar

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April 01, 2010: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 01, 2010:

  • The right of children to free and compulsory education act is initiated by the indian government. it provides compulsory and free education to all children between 6 and 14 years of age. this makes education a fundamental human right for millions of children.
  • Israeli-palestinian conflict:
  • After a qassam rocket is fired by palestinians, an israeli plane launches air strikes against several targets in gaza strip. these include rafah, khan yunis, and gaza city.
  • Lebanese and palestinians protest abbas zaki's arrest, a former representative of the palestine liberation organization in lebanon. nasrallah boutros safeir, maronite patriarch, asks for his immediate release.
  • Speaking at holy thursday mass in st mary's pro-cathedral mass, archbishop diarmuid martin criticizes catholics who think the church should be moving on from recent child abuse scandals.
  • Vincent nichols, archbishop of westminster, says he doesn't understand condom arguments. this is in apparent contradiction to roman catholic church teachings on contraception.
  • The sudan people's liberation movement in southern sudan (splm), announces that it will withdraw yasir alman, its presidential candidate from the elections. they are joined by most other opposition parties.
  • Nearly 25,000 homes are still without power after northern ireland's electricity network was shut down.
  • As military music replaces national radio broadcasts, guinea bissau's chief of staff and prime minister carlos domingos gomes junior have been "seized".
  • Dmitry medvedev, president of russia, pays unexpectedly a visit to dagestan the day after 12 people were killed in a suicide attack.
  • Paulette gebara farah (four-year-old) is missing. her disappearance from huixquilucan in edomex garnered major media attention in mexico. she was found dead in her bedroom under a mattress.
  • Simon singh, a science writer, can rely on fair comment to defend himself in a libel case brought by the british chiropractic association against a guardian article from 2008.
  • Justice victoria sharp stops a railway work stoppage caused by signallers about pay cuts and working conditions. this would have been britain’s first national rail strike for 16 years.
  • The nigerian government requests that the criminal charges against nuhu ribidu be dropped.
  • Twelve people were injured in a seven-vehicle collision on the m6 motorway, near rugby in warwickshire.
  • South warwickshire tourism ltd (shakespeare country), a company that promoted stratford-upon-avon spa, warwick, warwick, and kenilworth, has ceased to trade.
  • With the support of susan sarandon, machu picchu is reopened.
  • The unexpected admission by anna paquin, academy award winner actor, of her bisexuality in a clip causes the anti-discrimination give a damn campaign website that she promotes to crash.
  • Michael jackson and aretha franklin are inducted into new york's apollo theater's hall of fame.
  • The members of the christian militia hutaree pleaded not guilty before a michigan court, united states to allegations of plotting against american police officers.
  • Sarah palin spoke to thousands in nevada about harry reid.
  • India's 2011 biometric census is the largest in the world.
  • After an explosion at daleh prison, dozens of prisoners are freed or wounded.

April 01, 2010: What were the magazines covers that day?

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April 01, 2010: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on April 01, 2010:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $67.27
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $237.49
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $29.35
  • General Electric GE: opens at $18.27
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $128.95

Exchange Rates on April 01, 2010:

  • 1 USD = 93.87 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0086 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.0555 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.8273 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 127.36 JPY

April 01, 2010: What were the main match results that day?

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  • Brighton - Southampton : 2 - 2

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April 01, 2010: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 1st is Aries.

Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.

Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 01, 2010: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 01, 2010 is Tiger and the associated element is Metal.

Discover the Tiger personality and how the Metal Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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April 01, 2010: What was the moon phase on that day?


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85%

The moon phase on April 01, 2010 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 01, 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 April 01, 2010 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 85% full, rising at 09:40 pm and setting at 08:22 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 30, 2010 while the next full moon would come on Apr 28, 2010.

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Who was born on April 01, 2010?


Famous people born on April 01, 2010:

  • Edward Lockhart

    American child of keith lockhart, noted conductor, and emiley zalesky, his second wife.

Whose famous birthday is on April 1st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 1st:

  • Logan Paul
    Logan Paul

    Logan paul is a social media influencer and youtuber known for his controversial content and stunts.

  • Toshirô Mifune
    Toshirô Mifune

    Toshirô mifune was a japanese actor known for his collaborations with director akira kurosawa, particularly in films like seven samurai and...

  • Mirjana Karanovic
    Mirjana Karanovic

    Renowned Serbian actress known for her versatile performances in film and theater.

  • Ali MacGraw
    Ali MacGraw

    Ali macgraw is an american actress and model, best known for her role in the film 'love story'.

  • Randy Orton
    Randy Orton

    American professional wrestler.

  • Debbie Reynolds
    Debbie Reynolds

    American actress, dancer and stage entertainer.

  • Asa Butterfield
    Asa Butterfield

    Asa butterfield is an english actor known for his roles in movies such as 'hugo' and 'ender's game'.

  • Hannah Spearritt
    Hannah Spearritt

    Hannah spearritt is a british pop singer known for being a member of the pop group s club 7..

  • William Daniels
    William Daniels

    William daniels is an american actor known for his roles as mr.

  • Milan Kundera
    Milan Kundera

    Czech republic's most well-known living writer.

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How old is someone born on April 01, 2010?


Someone born on April 01, 2010 is:

14 years 1 month old,

or 169 months and 20 days old,

or 737 weeks and 5 days old,

or 5164 days old,

Use our Age Calculator to know the age of a person given the birthdate.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 01, 2010?

There are 316 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday April 1st 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 01, 2010?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on April 01, 2010.

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April 01, 2010: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 01, 2010:

  • John Forsythe
    John Forsythe

    American actor, singer, and producer (d.2010).

  • Tamula Devi

    Tamula Devi was a renowned Indian classical dancer who specialized in the Odissi style.

  • Captola Dillard

    Captola Dillard was a successful track and field athlete who competed in the 1950s and 1960s, specializing in sprinting events.

  • Timothea Wilkins

    Timothea Wilkins was a renowned British poet who published several collections of poetry during her lifetime.

  • Tzannis Tzannetakis

    Greek soldier and politician, 175th prime minister of greece (b. 1927).

  • Henry Edward Roberts
  • Vito De Grisantis

What famous deaths happened on April 1st?

Famous deaths on April 1st:

  • Marvin Gaye
    Marvin Gaye

    American singer, keyboard player, drummer and songwriter.

  • Leslie Cheung
    Leslie Cheung

    Hong Kong singer and actor who achieved fame in Asia and internationally.

  • Noah Beery
    Noah Beery

    Jr.

  • Jim Jordan
    Jim Jordan

    Actor fibber mcgee, who was born 1896, dies of a blod lump at the age of 91.

  • Barbara Luddy
    Barbara Luddy

    American actress (born in 1908).

  • Elanore of Aquitaine

    Elanore of Aquitaine was a powerful and influential medieval queen who ruled as the Duchess of Aquitaine and later as the Queen of France...

  • Liyla Landau

    Soviet physicist known for his contributions to condensed matter physics.

  • Kathleen Lonsdale

    Kathleen Lonsdale was a pioneering British crystallographer who made significant contributions to the understanding of the structure of...

  • Jacobus Stainer

    Renowned Austrian violin maker known for his high-quality instruments.

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April 01, 2010: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 01, 2010:

  • Orissa - a state in eastern India celebrates "Utkal Divas", its statehood day.
  • India - Start of financial year.
  • Canada - Beginning of government's fiscal year.
  • Japan - The official start of school years in most universities and schools. Also, the official First Day of Work at companies and offices for new university graduates hires, marked by welcoming ceremonies and speeches.
  • April 1 is known as April Fool's Day or All Fools' Day in many countries.
  • Roman Empire - Veneralia celebrated to honor Venus.
  • In San Marino, two Captains Regent, elected by Parliament, take office for six months.
  • Last day of the Assyrian New Year Celebration
  • International Day of the Birds.
  • In England and Wales, local government reorganisations traditionally happen on April 1.

Saints celebrated on April 01, 2010:

  • Saint Waleric
  • Saint Hugh of Grenoble
  • Saint Jacoba
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April 01, 2010: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 01, 2010 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 29th and April 4th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


April 01, 2010: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 01, 2010 was Rude Boy by Rihanna, according to the music chart for the week March 29th and April 4th.

April 01, 2010: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on April 01, 2010 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 29th and April 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Rude Boy youtube
  2. - Nothin' On You
  3. - Telephone
  4. - Need You Now
  5. - Break Your Heart

April 01, 2010: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 01, 2010 was Everything To Me by Monica, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 29th and April 4th.

April 01, 2010: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on April 01, 2010 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 29th and April 4th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Everything To Me
  2. - Say Something
  3. - Hey Daddy (Daddy's Home)
  4. - Sex Therapy
  5. - Neighbors Know My Name

April 01, 2010: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on April 01, 2010 was Dile Al Amor by Aventura, according to the Latin music chart for the week March 29th and April 4th.

April 01, 2010: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on April 01, 2010 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week March 29th and April 4th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Dile Al Amor
  2. - Ando Bien Pedo
  3. - Me Gusta Todo De Ti
  4. - Mientes
  5. - Te Pido Perdon

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April 01, 2010: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 01, 2010 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

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

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Tom Ford

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

Country: United States of America

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

Release year: 2010

Directed by: F. Gary Gray

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

Country: United States of America

Precious

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Lee Daniels

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

Country: United States of America

April 01, 2010: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 01, 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:

The Last Song

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Julie Anne Robinson

Parenthood

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Ron Howard

Past Life

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Avi Nesher

The Circle

Release year: 2010

Directed by: James Ponsoldt

Rosario Tijeras

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Emilio Maille

April 01, 2010: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on April 01, 2010 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Change Your Brain, Change Your Body by Daniel G. Amen

Change Your Brain, Change Your Body

By:

A healthy brain is the key to a healthier body, which will make you feel fit, energetic, and young again. Based on the most recent medical research and Dr.

The Pacific by Hugh Ambrose

The Pacific

By:

The official companion book of the Emmy(r), Award-winning HBO(r), miniseries is now available in The New York Times. Between the moment General MacArthur's plane landed and America's retreat to China in late-November 1941

The Girl Who Played With Fire by Stieg Larsson

The Girl Who Played With Fire

By:

This second installment of the Millennium series is an enthralling thriller about espionage, a riveting procedural for police, and a piercing expose about social injustice. It's a brilliant, satisfying novel.

The Girl Who Chased The Moon by Sarah Addison Allen

The Girl Who Chased The Moon

By:

This charming bestseller was published in the New York Times. Emily Benedict is now in Mullaby, North Carolina

The Lost Symbol by Dan Brown

The Lost Symbol

By:

Robert Langdon, a Harvard symbologist, responds unexpectedly to a summons to appear in the U.S. Capitol Building. The building is occupied by a strange object, which has been carefully encoded with five symbols.

April 01, 2010: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on April 01, 2010 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Data East Arcade Classics

Data East Arcade Classics

Platform: Wii

Genre: Compilation

Publisher: Majesco Entertainment

Blood Drive

Blood Drive

Platform: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360

Genre: Vehicular combat game

Publisher: Activision

Back to the Future: The Game

Back to the Future: The Game

Platform: Microsoft Windows OS X PlayStation 3 PlayStation 4 Wii Xbox 360 Xbox One iOS

Genre: Graphic adventure

Publisher: Telltale Games

Dead Rising 2

Dead Rising 2

Platform: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Microsoft Windows

Genre: Survival horror, beat 'em up

Publisher: Capcom

Dance Dance Revolution Music Fit

Dance Dance Revolution Music Fit

Platform: Nintendo Wii

Genre: Music, Exercise

Publisher: Konami

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Who was the US President on April 01, 2010?

On April 01, 2010 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 01, 2010?

On April 01, 2010 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on April 01, 2010?

On April 01, 2010 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about April 1st?

April 1st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 1st day of the month of April. 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 April 1st, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 iran floods: the iranian government declares an emergency in the southwestern provinces at risk of flooding. they also worked to evacuate many villages, as forecasters foresaw more heavy rains last week that could have caused severe flooding.
  • 2018 - 2016-18 kashmir unrest: two civilians, three soldiers and 13 militants were killed in clashes in south kashmir, india.
  • 2017 - Intervention military against isil: an iraqi airstrike close to al qaim in anbar province, iraq kills ayad al-jumaili. he is believed to be isil’s second-in command.

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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 April 2010?

April 2010 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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 April 2010 calendar looked like.

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