Monday February 15, 2010: on this day

About February 15th, 2010, in brief:

  • Historical events: Norwegian fertilizer manufacturer Yara has agreed to purchase Terra, an American fertilizer company, for US$4.1 million. This will extend Yara's position as the world's largest producer of nitrogen-based fertilizer.
  • Day of the week: February 15th, 2010 was a Monday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Famous Birthdays: Jane Seymour, Chris Farley
  • Moon Phase: New Moon
  • #1 US song: TiK ToK by Ke$ha
  • Popular movie: Avatar directed by James Cameron

More about February 15th, 2010? See below for more news and curiosities on February 15th, 2010.

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What day of the week was February 15, 2010?


February 15, 2010 was a Monday and it was the 46th day of the year 2010 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 15, 2010 can also be written as 2/15/2010 in the US and as 15/2/2010 in UK and Europe.

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February 15, 2010: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 15, 2010:

  • Norwegian fertilizer manufacturer yara has agreed to purchase terra, an american fertilizer company, for us$4.1 million. this will extend yara's position as the world's largest producer of nitrogen-based fertilizer.
  • The appreciation of the chinese yuan will boost us economic growth, but it won't solve its own problems, according to the international monetary fund (imf), chief economist.
  • Anguilla united movement (led by hubert hughes, former chief minister) wins majority of seats in 2010 general elections, defeating the ruling anguilla united front.
  • The aid flights arrived on aitutaki (cook islands), where 90% of structures were destroyed or damaged by cyclone pat last wednesday.
  • Yusuf mohammed siad, somalia's state minister for defence, survives a suicide bomber's attempt to take his life in mogadishu.
  • 24 indian soldiers were killed in a naxalite attack at an army camp in west bengal. many more are reported missing.
  • Raila odinga, kenya's prime minister, accuses president mwai wikikii of "overstepping" after he re-appointed two former ministers fired by odinga in a corruption scandal.
  • On the first day, tomas quintana (un special envoy to myanmar) arrives in myanmar to evaluate the progress made on human rights.
  • Halle train collision: 20 people die in a train collision in halle, belgium.
  • Pope benedict xvi will meet with all 24 irish roman catholic bishops for a two-day meeting to discuss child abuse in a "quite unique" way.
  • After being convicted in 2005 sydney terrorist plot, five men were sentenced to up to 28 years imprisonment.
  • Cyclone rene batters tonga with winds of 160 km/h, isolating tongans over several days. nukualofa is the capital. there is extensive damage and contact with vavau, the northern island, is lost.
  • Joint nato-afghan military operations are proving successful in driving taliban fighters out of their strongholds in helmand province.
  • 2010 winter olympics in vancouver:
  • Dario cologna wins switzerland's first ever olympic cross-country gold medal. norway's men's 15km freestyle cross country competition saw its worst ever olympic cross-country performance.
  • Two trains collide in the halle train collision in halle, belgium, killing 19 and injuring 171 people.

February 15, 2010: What were the magazines covers that day?

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February 15, 2010: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on February 15, 2010:

  • 1 USD = 90.0 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0489 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.0775 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.8336 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 122.35 JPY

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

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Duisburg - Kaiserslautern : 1 - 1

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • Tenerife - Mallorca : 1 - 0

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Strasbourg - Nantes : 1 - 0

League 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Bristol Rvs - Charlton : 2 - 1

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February 15, 2010: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 15th is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 15, 2010: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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

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


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The moon phase on February 15, 2010 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 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 February 15, 2010 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 7% full, rising at 07:12 am and setting at 08:17 pm.

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

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Who was born on February 15, 2010?


Whose famous birthday is on February 15th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 15th:

  • Jane Seymour
    Jane Seymour

    English-american actress, producer, and jewelry designer.

  • Chris Farley
    Chris Farley

    American comedian who died after consuming booze, cocaine, and heroin in his chicago condo 12/18/1997.

  • Claire Bloom
    Claire Bloom

    Claire bloom is an english actress known for her work in film, television, and stage, including roles in classics such as the king's speech...

  • Meera Jasmine
    Meera Jasmine

    Meera jasmine is an indian actress known for her work in malayalam, tamil, and telugu films.

  • Milo Djukanovic
    Milo Djukanovic

    Milo djukanovic is a montenegrin politician who has served as the president and prime minister of montenegro.

  • Rachida Brakni
    Rachida Brakni

    French actress of algerian descent.

  • Marisa Berenson
    Marisa Berenson

    American fashion model with a mysterious, but somewhat empty beauty.

  • Harvey Korman
    Harvey Korman

    American comedian and actor, who has performed on tv commercials and stage.

  • Cesar Romero
    Cesar Romero

    Cuban-american actor (joker, batman, falcon crest) dies from complications of bronchitis (born 1907).

  • Sarah Wynter
    Sarah Wynter

    Australian actress.

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How old is someone born on February 15, 2010?


Someone born on February 15, 2010 is:

14 years 3 months old,

or 171 months and 5 days old,

or 744 weeks

or 5208 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 February 15, 2010?

There are 271 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday February 15th 2025.

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

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

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


Famous people died on February 15, 2010:

  • Xylon Zephyros

    Xylon Zephyros was a renowned Greek architect known for his innovative and environmentally-conscious designs that seamlessly integrated with...

  • Arkie Walters

    Arkie Walters was a celebrated American poet whose works explored themes of nature, spirituality, and the human condition.

  • Justa Rossi

    Justa Rossi was an Italian essayist who wrote extensively on art, culture, and social issues.

  • Caellum Rossi

    Caellum Rossi was an Italian playwright known for his socially conscious and experimental plays.

  • Crisanto Salazar

    Crisanto Salazar was a Peruvian poet known for his lyrical and introspective works exploring themes of love and nature.

  • Jeanne M. Holm

    American general (b. 1921).

  • Art Van Damme
  • Mario Gangi
  • Ettore Allegri
  • Juan Carlos González
  • Georges de Nantes
  • Michel Glotz

What famous deaths happened on February 15th?

Famous deaths on February 15th:

  • Raquel Welch
    Raquel Welch

    American actress with beautiful body (37-22-36), that graced the covers of 92 european magazines and 16 american magazines in 1966.

  • Wally Cox
    Wally Cox

    American comedian and actor.

  • Ethel Merman
    Ethel Merman

    American actress and singer, known as first lady of musical comedy.

  • George Gaynes
    George Gaynes

    Helsinki, finland -- actor (henry punky brewster).

  • Tommy Rettig
    Tommy Rettig

    Actor (lassie), / computer programmer (clipper), died at 54.

  • Christopher Malcolm
    Christopher Malcolm

    Scottish-canadian actor, director, and producer (b. 1946).

  • Richard Feynman

    Richard Feynman was an American physicist known for his work in quantum mechanics and quantum electrodynamics.

  • Journe Feynman

    Journe Feynman was an American theoretical physicist who made significant contributions to the field of quantum mechanics.

  • Castin Feynman

    Castin Feynman was an American physicist who made significant contributions to the development of quantum mechanics and quantum...

  • Shadie Habash

    Award-winning director known for their impactful documentaries.

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


Holidays on February 15, 2010:

  • Presidents' Day - This holiday honors all past and present U.S. presidents, with a particular focus on George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.
  • John Frum Day in Vanuatu [1]
  • Gummy Bear Day in United States
  • National Day in Serbia
  • Lupercalia
  • Candlemas in Russia and other Eastern Orthodox countries
  • Blessed Claude de la ColombiFre
  • Flag Day in Canada

Saints celebrated on February 15, 2010:

  • Saint Siegfried of Sweden
  • Saints Faustin and Jovita
  • Saint Georgia
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February 15, 2010: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 15, 2010 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 15th and February 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


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

The number 1 song in the USA on February 15, 2010 was TiK ToK by Ke$ha, according to the music chart for the week February 15th and February 21st.

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

The music chart in the USA on February 15, 2010 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 15th and February 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - TiK ToK youtube
  2. - Imma Be youtube
  3. - Need You Now
  4. - Bedrock
  5. - Bad Romance

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

The number 1 R&B song on February 15, 2010 was It Kills Me by Melanie Fiona, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 15th and February 21st.

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

The R&B music chart on February 15, 2010 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 15th and February 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - It Kills Me
  2. - How Low
  3. - BedRock
  4. - Say Aah
  5. - Say Something

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

The number 1 Latin song on February 15, 2010 was Dile Al Amor by Aventura, according to the Latin music chart for the week February 15th and February 21st.

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

The Latin music chart on February 15, 2010 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week February 15th and February 21st. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Dile Al Amor
  2. - Ando Bien Pedo
  3. - Me Gusta Todo De Ti
  4. - Se Me Va La Voz
  5. - Colgando En Tus Manos

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

The most popular movies on February 15, 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

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

The most popular TV Series on February 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:

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

Tiere bis unters Dach

Release year: 2010

Men of a Certain Age

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Parthiban Shanmugam

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

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

On The Brink by Henry M. Paulson Jr

On The Brink

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Hank Paulson, former Secretary of Treasury and who was in the epicenter of the crash of financial markets, gives a first-person account of what actually happened.

Game Change by John Heilemann, Mark Halperin

Game Change

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It's the gripping inside story about the 2008 presidential election by two of America's top political reporters.

The Last Song by Nicholas Sparks

The Last Song

By:

Seventeen-year-old Veronica Miller, known as Ronnie, was devastated when her parents separated and moved from New York City (NYC) to Wrightsville Beach (North Carolina).

Committed by Elizabeth Gilbert

Committed

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This is the #1 New York Times bestseller after Eat, Pray, Love. It's an intimate, erudite celebration about love. Elizabeth Gilbert's new book Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear is coming soon.

Staying True by Jenny Sanford

Staying True

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This memoir is candid and moving. The first lady of South Carolina shares her private experience with betrayal. It also offers encouragement for those who struggle to keep faith in the face of life's challenges.

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

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

Dive: The Medes Islands Secret

Dive: The Medes Islands Secret

Platform: Wii (WiiWare)

Genre: Platformer, adventure, action

Publisher: Cosmonaut Games

8-Bit Rebellion!

8-Bit Rebellion!

Platform: 8-Bit Rebellion!: iOS 8-Bit Rebellion! HD: iOS (iPad only)

Genre: Action-adventure MMORPG

Publisher: Artificial Life, Inc.

Command Ops: Battles from the Bulge

Command Ops: Battles from the Bulge

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Computer Wargame

Publisher: Matrix Games

DJMAX Portable 3

DJMAX Portable 3

Platform: PlayStation Portable

Genre: Music video game

Publisher: SK Pentavision; NA PM Studios; JP CyberFront

Army of Two: The 40th Day

Army of Two: The 40th Day

Platform: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PlayStation Portable

Genre: Third-person shooter

Publisher: Electronic Arts

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Who was the US President on February 15, 2010?

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

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

On February 15, 2010 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on February 15, 2010?

On February 15, 2010 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about February 15th?

February 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th day of the month of February. 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 February 15th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 kaduna state massacre - gunmen killed 66 people in nigeria's kaduna state, with 34 of them being women or children. this attack occurred one day before the election, which was delayed by another week.
  • 2018 - War in afghanistan: according to the united nations, more than 10,000 afghan civilians were wounded or killed in 2017 in war in afghanistan.
  • 2017 - Conflict in north-west pakistan: at least seven people are killed in two bombings in pakistan. five people are killed by a suicide bomber at the mohmand agency tribal administrative headquarters, while two others are injured at peshawar's hospital. jamaat-ul ahrar claimed responsibility for the initial attack.

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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 February 2010?

February 2010 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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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