Friday October 18, 2002: on this day

About October 18th, 2002, in brief:

  • Historical events: October 18, 2002 Manila bus bombing. A bomb went off in suburban Manila and destroyed a bus, killing at least three people and wounding 23 more. Hours earlier, a grenade was detonated in the financial district of Manila. Two bomb attacks in the Philippines' financial district were just one day before the bomb attacks.
  • Day of the week: October 18th, 2002 was a Friday
  • Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Famous Birthdays: Zac Efron, Jean-Claude Van Damme
  • Moon Phase: Full Moon
  • #1 US song: Dilemma by Nelly
  • #1 UK song: The Long And Winding Road / Suspicious Minds by Will Young & Gareth Gates
  • Popular movie: Iris directed by Richard Eyre

More about October 18th, 2002? See below for more news and curiosities on October 18th, 2002.

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What day of the week was October 18, 2002?


October 18, 2002 was a Friday and it was the 291st day of the year 2002 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 18, 2002 can also be written as 10/18/2002 in the US and as 18/10/2002 in UK and Europe.

October 18, 2002 in October 2002 calendar

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October 18, 2002: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 18, 2002:

  • October 18, 2002 manila bus bombing. a bomb went off in suburban manila and destroyed a bus, killing at least three people and wounding 23 more. hours earlier, a grenade was detonated in the financial district of manila. two bomb attacks in the philippines' financial district were just one day before the bomb attacks.
  • A gunman entered a stuttgart school and took five hostages, demanding ransom money. four schoolchildren and one teacher were the hostages. the hostages were released by the 16-year-old and he surrendered peacefully.
  • Valentin tsvetkov was the governor of the russian far east region of magadan. he was assassinated in moscow in what authorities believe was a contract killing.

October 18, 2002: What were the magazines covers that day?

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October 18, 2002: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on October 18, 2002:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $36.05
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $14.00
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $52.60
  • General Electric GE: opens at $26.60
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $71.73

Exchange Rates on October 18, 2002:

  • 1 USD = 125.45 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.5743 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.5123 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 121.89 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.6283 GBP

October 18, 2002: What were the main match results that day?

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Ahlen - Aachen : 1 - 2
  • Ein Trier - Ein Frankfurt : 2 - 2
  • Lubeck - Duisburg : 1 - 1

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Valence - Metz : 3 - 1

Division 2 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Colchester - Chesterfield : 2 - 0

Eredivisie - Football (Netherlands)

  • Graafschap - Nijmegen : 1 - 3
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October 18, 2002: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 18th is Libra.

Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.

Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 18, 2002: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 18, 2002 is Horse and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on October 18th, 2002 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 18, 2002: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 18, 2002 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 18, 2002 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 October 18, 2002 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 05:28 pm and setting at 05:22 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 21, 2002 while the next full moon would come on Oct 21, 2002.

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Who was born on October 18, 2002?


Famous people born on October 18, 2002:

  • Spencer Martin

    Spencer martin, known as a vine star, gained fame for his comedic content on the now-defunct platform.

  • Karen Ciaurro
  • James McAtee
  • Camila Franco
  • Pablo Sánchez Infantes

Whose famous birthday is on October 18th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 18th:

  • Zac Efron
    Zac Efron

    American entertainer and actor.

  • Jean-Claude Van Damme
    Jean-Claude Van Damme

    Belgian-american actor who worked briefly in european commercials before moving to hollywood in 1982.

  • Mike Ditka
    Mike Ditka

    Mike ditka is a former american football player, coach, and television commentator, best known for his time as the head coach of the chicago...

  • Freida Pinto
    Freida Pinto

    Freida pinto is an indian model and actress known for her breakout role in the film slumdog millionaire.

  • Norm MacDonald
    Norm MacDonald

    Norm macdonald is a canadian comedian and actor known for his work on saturday night live and his dry, deadpan delivery.

  • Erin Moran
    Erin Moran

    Erin moran was an american actress best known for her role as joanie cunningham on the sitcom happy days.

  • Milo Yiannopoulos
    Milo Yiannopoulos

    Milo yiannopoulos is a british political commentator and public speaker known for his controversial views on feminism, political...

  • Michael McKean
    Michael McKean

    Michael mckean is an american actor, comedian, and musician known for his roles in this is spinal tap, laverne & shirley, and better call...

  • Jacques Higelin
    Jacques Higelin

    French musician and singer of pop.

  • Melina Mercouri
    Melina Mercouri

    Greek actress, singer, and politician, 9th greek minister of culture (d. 1994).

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October 18, 2002: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 21 years 6 months old,

or 258 months and 21 days old,

or 1124 weeks and 6 days old,

or 7874 days old,

if you were born on October 18, 2002.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old,

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 18, 2002?

There are 162 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday October 18th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 18, 2002?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on October 18, 2002.

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October 18, 2002: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 18, 2002:

  • Paolo Frau
  • Vincenzo Madonia
  • Nikolai Rukavishnikov
  • Aileen Riggin

What famous deaths happened on October 18th?

Famous deaths on October 18th:

  • Sylvia Kristel
    Sylvia Kristel

    Dutch actress, famous for her role in the 1970s erotic film "emanuelle" (and its sequels).

  • Julie London
    Julie London

    American actress and breathy blues singer.

  • Gwen Verdon
    Gwen Verdon

    American dancer and tony-award winner, she took lessons from age two to strengthen her legs.

  • Tsuru Aoki
    Tsuru Aoki

    American actress born in japan (born 1892).

  • Henry Travers
    Henry Travers

    Actor (bells of st mary high sierra), dies at the age of 91.

  • Thos Alva Edison

    Inventor of the phonograph and the electric light bulb.

  • Thomos Edison

    Inventor of the phonograph and the electric light bulb.

  • Elizabeth Arden

    Canadian-american entrepreneur who owns beauty salons, spas, and sells cosmetic products.

  • Primus Babbage

    Primus Babbage was an English mathematician, philosopher, inventor, and mechanical engineer who is best known for originating the concept of...

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October 18, 2002: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 18, 2002:

  • Also see October 18 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • French Republican Calendar - Piment (Chili Pepper) Day, twenty-seventh day in the Month of VendTmiaire
  • R.C. Church, Anglican communion, et alii - Feast of Saint Luke the Evangelist
  • USA : Alaska: Alaska Day
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October 18, 2002: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 18, 2002 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 14th and October 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 18, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 18, 2002 was Dilemma by Nelly, according to the music chart for the week October 14th and October 20th.

October 18, 2002: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 18, 2002 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 14th and October 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Dilemma
  2. - A Moment Like This youtube
  3. - Gangsta Lovin'
  4. - Hey Ma
  5. - Work It

October 18, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 18, 2002 was The Long And Winding Road / Suspicious Minds by Will Young & Gareth Gates, according to the music chart for the week October 14th and October 20th.

October 18, 2002: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 18, 2002 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 14th and October 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Long And Winding Road / Suspicious Minds
  2. - Complicated
  3. - The Ketchup Song (Asereje)
  4. - Just Like A Pill

October 18, 2002: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 18, 2002 was Dilemma by Nelly Featuring Kelly Rowland, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 14th and October 20th.

October 18, 2002: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 18, 2002 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 14th and October 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Dilemma
  2. - Luv U Better
  3. - Work It
  4. - I Care 4 U
  5. - Gimme The Light

October 18, 2002: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on October 18, 2002 was El Dolor De Tu Presencia by Jennifer Pena, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 14th and October 20th.

October 18, 2002: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on October 18, 2002 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 14th and October 20th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - El Dolor De Tu Presencia
  2. - No Me Ensenaste
  3. - Mentiroso
  4. - Vuela Muy Alto
  5. - Perdoname Mi Amor

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October 18, 2002: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 18, 2002 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Iris

Iris

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Richard Eyre

Starring: Judi Dench, Jim Broadbent, Kate Winslet, Hugh Bonneville

Country: United States of America

Kate & Leopold

Kate & Leopold

Release year: 2002

Directed by: James Mangold

Starring: Meg Ryan, Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber, Breckin Meyer

Country: United States of America

Stuart Little 2

Stuart Little 2

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Rob Minkoff

Starring: Geena Davis, Hugh Laurie, Jonathan Lipnicki

Country: United States of America

The Hours

The Hours

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Stephen Daldry

Starring: Nicole Kidman, Julianne Moore, Meryl Streep, Claire Danes, Ed Harris, Jeff Daniels, Eileen Atkins, Allison Janney, Toni Collette, John C. Reilly, Stephen Dillane

Country: United States of America

Frida

Frida

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Julie Taymor

Starring: Salma Hayek, Alfred Molina, Diego Luna, Valeria Golino, Ashley Judd, Antonio Banderas, Edward Norton, Saffron Burrows, Geoffrey Rush, Roger Rees

Country: United States of America

October 18, 2002: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 18, 2002 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Boomtown

Boomtown

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Sabyn Mayfield

Strange Days at Blake Holsey High

Strange Days at Blake Holsey High

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Anthony Browne

Firefly

Firefly

Release year: 2002

Written by:

Directed by: Joss Whedon

Starring: Nathan Fillion, Gina Torres, Alan Tudyk, Morena Baccarin

Country: United States of America

Still Game

Still Game

Release year: 2002

Starring: Ford Kiernan, Greg Hemphill, Paul Riley, Mark Cox

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Cavegirl

Cavegirl

Release year: 2002

Directed by: David Oliver

October 18, 2002: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 18, 2002 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

War Of Honor by David Weber

War Of Honor

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NO ONE WANT A OTHER WARThomas Theisman. He risked his life to end the terror reign of the Committee of Public Safety and to restore order.

Leadership by Rudolph W. Giuliani with Ken Kurson

Leadership

By:

Rudolph Giuliani shows how anyone can use the leadership skills he possesses to succeed in any role. The book opens with a detailed account of Giuliani’s immediate response to the September 11 attacks. It also includes a narrow escape from …

Nothing Is Impossible by Christopher Reeve

Nothing Is Impossible

By:

Christopher Reeve is a master at turning the impossible into the possible. Reeve's candid reflections show that even seemingly impossible hardships can be overcome.

A Mind At A Time by Mel Levine

A Mind At A Time

By:

Dr. Mel Levine is one of America's most well-known pediatricians and learning experts. He says, "Different minds can learn differently." Some students excel in particular areas while others are stronger in others.

The Kiss by Danielle Steel

The Kiss

By:

Danielle Steel's 53rd bestseller explores the power of one moment to change lives. The Kiss is both a touching story about life's fragility and a stunning tale about love's power to heal, free, transform and make whole broken hearts.

October 18, 2002: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on October 18, 2002 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Chase: Hollywood Stunt Driver

Chase: Hollywood Stunt Driver

Platform: Xbox

Genre: Racing/action

Publisher: Bam! Entertainment

Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell

Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell

Platform: Xbox, Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 2, GameCube, Game Boy Advance, Mobile phone, N-Gage, OS X, Nintendo DS, PlayStation Portable, Xbox 360, Wii, PlayStation 3, iOS, Nintendo 3DS, Android, Windows Pho

Genre: Action-adventure, stealth

Publisher: Ubisoft Gameloft Aspyr Media

Demon Front

Demon Front

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Run and gun

Publisher: IGS

Crazy Taxi 3: High Roller

Crazy Taxi 3: High Roller

Platform: Xbox Windows

Genre: Racing/Action

Publisher: Sega

Blade II

Blade II

Platform: PlayStation 2, Xbox

Genre: Action, Beat 'em up

Publisher: Activision

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Who was the US President on October 18, 2002?

On October 18, 2002 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 18, 2002?

On October 18, 2002 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on October 18, 2002?

On October 18, 2002 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about October 18th?

October 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th day of the month of October. 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 October 18th, such as:

  • 2018 - War in afghanistan: afghan general and kandahar police chief abdul raziq achakzai are assassinated during a high-level meeting at the governor's compound. the incident took place with u.s. general austin s. miller. according to officials, gen. miller was uninjured while the governor sustained serious injuries. the taliban claim responsibility.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war: major general issam zahreddine of the syrian republican guard, who is known for leading battles against rebels in aleppo and homs, was killed by a deir ez-zor landmine, according to syrian media.
  • 2016 - Somalia war: somali police claim at least seven people are dead following clashes in which somalia and african union troops drove al-shabab extremists out of afgooye (a town near mogadishu).

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What happened in 2002?

2002 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Twelve member states of the European Union have made euro banknotes and euros coins legal tender.
  • Officially, Taiwan joins the World Trade Organization as Chinese Taipei.
  • Charles Bishop, a 15-year-old student pilot crashes a light plane into a Tampa, Florida, building. This evokes fear of an imitating 9/11 terrorist attack.

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What was the calendar for October 2002?

October 2002 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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 October 2002 calendar looked like.

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