Saturday August 23, 2003: on this day
About August 23rd, 2003, in brief:
- Historical events: In a rare move, the British government submitted thousands of documents to the Hutton Inquiry. Many of these documents would not normally be visible by the public for more than 30 years.
- Day of the week: August 23rd, 2003 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Famous Birthdays: River Phoenix, Kobe Bryant
- Moon Phase: New Moon
- #1 US song: Crazy In Love by Beyonce
- #1 UK song: Breathe by Blu Cantrell featuring Sean Paul
- Popular movie: The Bourne Identity directed by Doug Liman
More about August 23rd, 2003? See below for more news and curiosities on August 23rd, 2003.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 23, 2003?
- August 23, 2003: What happened on that day?
- August 23, 2003: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 23, 2003: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 23, 2003?
- August 23, 2003: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 23, 2003: What famous people died on that day?
- August 23, 2003: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 23, 2003: Number 1 song on that day
- August 23, 2003: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 23, 2003: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 23, 2003: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 23, 2003: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 23, 2003?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 2003?
- Who was the Pope on August 23, 2003?
What day of the week was August 23, 2003?
August 23, 2003 was a Saturday and it was the 235th day of the year 2003 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 23, 2003 can also be written as 8/23/2003 in the US and as 23/8/2003 in UK and Europe.
August 23, 2003: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 23, 2003:
- In a rare move, the british government submitted thousands of documents to the hutton inquiry. many of these documents would not normally be visible by the public for more than 30 years.
- Natural disaster: more than 200 homes were destroyed by wildfires that swept into kelowna's southern suburbs, british columbia, canada. a third of the city's residents, or 30,000, were evacuated.
- Conflict between israel and palestine: palestinian leaders declare they will attempt to broker a new ceasefire with extremist groups. they also urge israel to stop its action against top militants.
- Because one underground line in central helsinki is short circuited, power outages can occur throughout southern finland for between 30 and 60 minutes. at 20:20, the power outage causes radio broadcasts to stop, as well as public lights, radio, subway traffic, and elevators to stop. linnanmaki amusement parks also requires evacuation. august 182357
- California recall: republican bill simon withdraws from the california gubernatorial race for recall.
- Iran protests and cut diplomatic ties to argentina following the arrest of its former ambassador with argentina and the united kingdom for the alleged bombing of the jewish community center in buenos aires, in 1994. 85 people were killed.
- John geoghan, a roman catholic priest who was defrocked and convicted of child molester is killed in an attack at prison. initial reports indicate that he was strangled and killed. [10][11][12]
August 23, 2003: What were the magazines covers that day?
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August 23, 2003: What were the main match results that day?
Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)
- Anderlecht - St Truiden : 3 - 0
- Club Brugge - Louvieroise : 3 - 3
- Lokeren - Beveren : 1 - 2
- Mouscron - Lierse : 1 - 1
- Standard - Bergen : 4 - 0
Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)
- Bochum - Leverkusen : 1 - 0
- Ein Frankfurt - Hertha : 0 - 0
- FC Koln - Dortmund : 1 - 0
- Freiburg - M'gladbach : 4 - 1
- Munich 1860 - Wolfsburg : 1 - 0
Division 2 - Football (France)
- Angers - Besancon : 2 - 1
- Chateauroux - Lorient : 2 - 2
- Grenoble - Clermont : 0 - 0
- Gueugnon - Valence : 2 - 0
- Istres - Rouen : 0 - 0
Le Championnat - Football (France)
- Bastia - Montpellier : 1 - 0
- Bordeaux - Auxerre : 2 - 0
- Lille - Metz : 1 - 1
- Lyon - Toulouse : 0 - 0
- Marseille - Sochaux : 2 - 0
August 23, 2003: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 23rd is Virgo.
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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 23, 2003: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 23, 2003 is Goat and the associated element is Water.
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August 23, 2003: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 23, 2003 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 23, 2003 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 23, 2003 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 9% full, rising at 01:31 am and setting at 06:17 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 12, 2003 while the next full moon would come on Sep 10, 2003.
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Get your map!Who was born on August 23, 2003?
Whose famous birthday is on August 23rd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 23rd:
- River Phoenix
River Phoenix was a talented actor known for his roles in films like 'Stand by Me' and 'My Own Private Idaho.
- Kobe Bryant
Bryant, an american basketball star and athlete for the los angeles lakers, was accused of rape on 23 march 2003.
- Gene Kelly
American actor/dancer ("singing in the rain") dies at the age of 83.
- Barbara Eden
American actress, perhaps most well-known for her role in "i dream of jeannie", a sitcom that aired on american tv between 1965-1970.
- Rita Pavone
Rita pavone is an italian actress and singer known for her successful music career in the 1960s and her energetic stage presence.
- Rick Springfield
An australian singer who was a teen idol, became a soap star and went on to become a platinum-selling rocker.
- Shelley Long
American comedian, actress, hostess and talk show hostess.
- Jay Mohr
American comedian, actor, and radio host.
- Vera Miles
American actress and model miss kansas 1948.
August 23, 2003: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 20 years 8 months old,
or 248 months and 20 days old,
or 1081 weeks and 2 days old,
or 7569 days old,
if you were born on August 23, 2003.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 August 23, 2003?
There are 102 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday August 23rd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 23, 2003?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 23, 2003.
August 23, 2003: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 23, 2003:
- Bobby Bonds
American baseball player, father to barry bonds, a noted athlete and pro-baseball player.
- Jack Dyer
Australian footballer and coach (b. 1913).
- Michael Kijana Wamalwa
Kenyan lawyer and politician, 8th vice president of kenya (b. 1944).
- Jan Sedivka
Czech-australian violinist and educator (b. 1917).
- John Geoghan
American roman catholic priest who caused a hornet’s nest of distress which began in january 2002.
- Enrique Sdrech
- Kirk Richards
- Maurice Buret
What famous deaths happened on August 23rd?
Famous deaths on August 23rd:
- Rudolph Valentino
Rudolph valentino was an italian-born american actor known for his roles in silent films, particularly for his role in 'the sheik'.
- Lori Nelson
Lori Nelson was an American actress who appeared in films and TV shows during the 1950s and 1960s.
- Brock Peters
Nyc, new york -- actor / singer (carmen jones and to kill a mockingbird).
- Kathleen Freeman
Chicago, illinois -- actress (beverly hillbillies).
- Adaria
Renowned painter known for her abstract works.
- John Kendrew
British biochemist, who discovered the three-dimensional structure and function of myoglobin (the muscle protein that stores oxygen in the...
- Kinser
Renowned racecar driver known for his success in sprint car racing.
- Essica Mitford
Essica Mitford was a British author and political activist known for her satirical memoirs and critiques of the British upper class.
- Maebel Normand
Maebel Normand was an American silent film actress, comedian, screenwriter and producer who appeared in over 200 films.
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August 23, 2003: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 23, 2003:
- Astrology - Last day of sun sign Leo in the tropical zodiac
- Swaziland - Umhlanga Day
- Romania - Liberation Day (1944)
- RC Saints - Saint Rose of Lima
- Roman festivals - Vulcanalia
Observances on August 23, 2003:
- International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition [UNESCO]
August 23, 2003: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 23, 2003 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 18th and August 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 23, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 23, 2003 was Crazy In Love by Beyonce, according to the music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.
August 23, 2003: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 23, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 18th and August 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Beyonce - Crazy In Love
- Chingy - Right Thurr
- 50 Cent - P.I.M.P.
- Nelly - Shake Ya Tailfeather
- Lumidee - Never Leave You - Uh Oooh, Uh Oooh!
August 23, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 23, 2003 was Breathe by Blu Cantrell featuring Sean Paul, according to the music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.
August 23, 2003: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 23, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 18th and August 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Blu Cantrell featuring Sean Paul - Breathe
- Daniel Bedingfield - Never Gonna Leave Your Side
- Lumidee - Never Leave You (Uh Oooh, Uh Oooh)
- Ultrabeat - Pretty Green Eyes
- Beyonce - Crazy In Love
August 23, 2003: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 23, 2003 was Frontin' by Pharrell Featuring Jay-Z, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.
August 23, 2003: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 23, 2003 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 18th and August 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Pharrell Featuring Jay-Z - Frontin'
- 50 Cent - P.I.M.P.
- Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz Featuring Ying Yang Twins - Get Low
- Ginuwine - In Those Jeans
- Chingy - Right Thurr
August 23, 2003: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 23, 2003 was Fotografia by Juanes With Nelly Furtado, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.
August 23, 2003: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 23, 2003 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 18th and August 24th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Juanes With Nelly Furtado - Fotografia
- Chayanne - Un Siglo Sin Ti
- Marco Antonio Solis - Tu Amor O Tu Desprecio
- David Bisbal - Llorare Las Penas
- La Oreja de Van Gogh - Puedes Contar Conmigo
August 23, 2003: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 23, 2003 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
August 23, 2003: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 23, 2003 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
August 23, 2003: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 23, 2003 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
August 23, 2003: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 23, 2003 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Who was the US President on August 23, 2003?
On August 23, 2003 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 23, 2003?
On August 23, 2003 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on August 23, 2003?
On August 23, 2003 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about August 23rd?
August 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd 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 23rd, such as:
- 2018 - China-united states trade dispute: the united states imposes 25% tariffs on $16 billion in chinese goods. china responds immediately with its own equivalent tariffs
- 2017 - Saudi arabian-led intervention is in yemen: at most 35 people were killed in an attack on a hotel located near a houthi checkpoint north of sanaa.
- 2016 - Boko haram insurgency. nigeria's air force killed senior militants and possibly left their leader abubakar shekau dead.
What happened in 2003?
2003 was filled with very interesting events such as
- The 108th United States Congress is sworn in, including incoming freshmen Senators Saxby Chambliss (Republican-Georgia), Lindsey Graham (Republican-South Carolina), John Sununu (Republican-New Hampshire), Lamar Alexander (Republican-Tennessee), Elizabeth Dole (Republican-North Carolina), Norm Coleman (Republican-Minnesota), and Mark Pryor (Democrat-Arkansas).
- With a Republican Senate majority, the US Congress meets
- All 21 passengers on board US Airways Express Flight 5481 are killed when it crashes at Charlotte/Douglas International Airport, Charlotte, North Carolina.
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What was the calendar for August 2003?
August 2003 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.