Monday February 23, 2004: on this day

About February 23rd, 2004, in brief:

  • Historical events: Rod Paige, United States Secretary for Education, calls the National Education Association (the nation's largest teachers union) a "terrorist organization." He later apologized, calling his remarks an "inappropriate choice of words" to describe the obstructionist scare tactics Washington lobbyists used against No Child Left Behind's historical education reforms.
  • Day of the week: February 23rd, 2004 was a Monday
  • Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Famous Birthdays: Emily Blunt, Aziz Ansari
  • Moon Phase: New Moon
  • #1 US song: Yeah! by Usher
  • #1 UK song: Take Me To The Clouds Above by LMC vs U2
  • Popular movie: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind directed by Michel Gondry

More about February 23rd, 2004? See below for more news and curiosities on February 23rd, 2004.

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What day of the week was February 23, 2004?


February 23, 2004 was a Monday and it was the 54th day of the year 2004 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 23, 2004 can also be written as 2/23/2004 in the US and as 23/2/2004 in UK and Europe.

February 23, 2004 in February 2004 calendar

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February 23, 2004: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 23, 2004:

  • Rod paige, united states secretary for education, calls the national education association (the nation's largest teachers union) a "terrorist organization." he later apologized, calling his remarks an "inappropriate choice of words" to describe the obstructionist scare tactics washington lobbyists used against no child left behind's historical education reforms.
  • Fatemeh haghighatjou, one of the few women members of the iranian parliament, begins to resign.
  • The united states army cancels rah-66 comanche helicopter programs. this includes funds already invested and additional contract cancellation fees. the reconnaissance helicopter project will be phased out in favour of unmanned aerial vehicles.
  • Representatives from palestine filed their case against the israeli west bank wall at the international court of justice
  • Six people are killed in a fire at the dhawan space centre (launch facility for the indian space research organisation), which is the victim of an accidental fire.
  • 2003 in film: "the lord of the rings - the return of the king" becomes the second film to surpass the worldwide box office receipts in terms of film gross.

February 23, 2004: What were the magazines covers that day?

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February 23, 2004: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on February 23, 2004:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $42.23
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $22.45
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $26.75
  • General Electric GE: opens at $32.75
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $97.40

Exchange Rates on February 23, 2004:

  • 1 USD = 108.29 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.3329 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.2546 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 136.18 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.673 GBP

February 23, 2004: What were the main match results that day?

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Bielefeld - Unterhaching : 1 - 0

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Caen - Niort : 2 - 2

Serie B - Football (Italy)

  • Torino - Como : 1 - 0

Liga I - Football (Portugal)

  • Boavista - Rio Ave : 1 - 1

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February 23, 2004: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 23rd is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces 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 23, 2004: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 23, 2004 is Monkey and the associated element is Wood.

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February 23, 2004: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 23, 2004 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 23, 2004 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 23, 2004 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 22% full, rising at 08:27 am and setting at 10:23 pm.

The previous full moon was on Feb 06, 2004 while the next full moon would come on Mar 06, 2004.

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Who was born on February 23, 2004?


Famous people born on February 23, 2004:

  • Bianca Fernandez
  • Nikola Đurišić

Whose famous birthday is on February 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 23rd:

  • Emily Blunt
    Emily Blunt

    Emily blunt is a british actress known for her roles in popular films such as the devil wears prada, edge of tomorrow, and a quiet place.

  • Aziz Ansari
    Aziz Ansari

    Aziz ansari is an indian-american comedian known for his stand-up comedy, acting, and writing, as well as for his role as tom haverford on...

  • Patricia Richardson
    Patricia Richardson

    Patricia richardson is a tv actress best known for her role as jill taylor on the sitcom home improvement.

  • Karan Grover
    Karan Grover

    Karan grover is an indian tv actor known for his roles in popular television shows such as 'yahan main ghar ghar kheli' and 'qubool hai'.

  • Andre Ward
    Andre Ward

    Andre ward is a retired professional boxer known for being an olympic gold medalist and a world champion in multiple weight classes.

  • Peter Fonda
    Peter Fonda

    American actor, screenwriter, and producer.

  • Diane Varsi
    Diane Varsi

    American actress, who was nominated for an oscar in 1957 for her role as allison mackenzie.

  • Natalia Verbeke
    Natalia Verbeke

    Argentinian actresses and singers.

  • Josh Gad
    Josh Gad

    American actor, producer, and screenwriter.

  • Samara Weaving
    Samara Weaving

    Tv actress.

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How old is someone born on February 23, 2004?


Someone born on February 23, 2004 is:

20 years 2 months old,

or 242 months and 28 days old,

or 1056 weeks and 1 day old,

or 7393 days old,

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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 23, 2004?

There are 278 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday February 23rd 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 23, 2004?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on February 23, 2004.

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February 23, 2004: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 23, 2004:

  • Vijay Anand

    Indian actor producer and screenwriter (d.2004).

  • Sikander Bakht

    Indian field hockey player and politician, indian minister of external affairs (d. 2004).

  • Carl Liscombe

    Canadian hockey player (born 1915).

  • Neil Ardley

    English jazz composer and pianist (born 1937).

  • Don Cornell

    American trumpet player and singer (d. 2004).

  • Ryszard Białowąs
  • Samuel Edward Konkin III
  • Carl Anderson
  • Luciano Tosone
  • Antonio Garrigues Díaz-Cañabate

What famous deaths happened on February 23rd?

Famous deaths on February 23rd:

  • Stan Laurel
    Stan Laurel

    Stan laurel was a comedic actor best known for being one half of the famous duo laurel and hardy, known for their slapstick comedy films.

  • Katherine Helmond
    Katherine Helmond

    Katherine helmond was an american actress known for her roles in the tv shows 'soap' and 'who's the boss?'.

  • Florence Rice
    Florence Rice

    Actress (girl at 1313, carnival), is killed at 63.

  • Margalit Tzanani

    Iconic Israeli singer with a powerful voice and stage presence.

  • John Keats

    An english romantic poet.

  • Nillie Melba

    Renowned Australian opera soprano known for her performances in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

  • Nachmen Simon

    Renowned Jewish painter known for his expressive and emotional artworks.

  • James Herriot

    A British veterinarian and author who wrote a series of semi-autobiographical books about his experiences as a country veterinarian in...

  • Franciszek Starowieyski

    Renowned Polish artist known for his surrealistic and symbolic paintings.

  • John Quincy Adams

    The sixth President of the United States, a diplomat, and a prominent figure in the abolitionist movement.

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February 23, 2004: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 23, 2004:

  • Roman Empire - Terminalia held in honor of Terminus.
  • Russia - Defender of the Fatherland Day (formerly Red Army Day or Day of Soviet Army and Navy).
  • Blessed odilia of Mombeek
  • Guyana - Mashramani-Republic Day.
  • Brunei - National Day.
  • Catholicism - Feast day of Saint Polycarp of Smyrna (died 155)

Saints celebrated on February 23, 2004:

  • Saint Milburga
  • Saint Lazarus (d.867)
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February 23, 2004: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 23, 2004 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 23rd and February 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 23, 2004: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 23, 2004 was Yeah! by Usher, according to the music chart for the week February 23rd and February 29th.

February 23, 2004: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 23, 2004 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 23rd and February 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Yeah!
  2. - Slow Jamz
  3. - The Way You Move
  4. - Me, Myself & I
  5. - Hey Ya! youtube

February 23, 2004: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 23, 2004 was Take Me To The Clouds Above by LMC vs U2, according to the music chart for the week February 23rd and February 29th.

February 23, 2004: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 23, 2004 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 23rd and February 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Take Me To The Clouds Above
  2. - Milkshake
  3. - Hey Ya!
  4. - With A Little Help From My Friends / Measure Of A Man
  5. - All This Time

February 23, 2004: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 23, 2004 was Slow Jamz by Twista Featuring Kanye West & Jamie Foxx, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 23rd and February 29th.

February 23, 2004: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 23, 2004 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 23rd and February 29th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Slow Jamz
  2. - Yeah!
  3. - Sorry 2004
  4. - Me, Myself And I
  5. - You Don't Know My Name

February 23, 2004: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on February 23, 2004 was Cerca De Ti by Thalia, according to the Latin music chart for the week February 23rd and February 29th.

February 23, 2004: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on February 23, 2004 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week February 23rd and February 29th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Cerca De Ti
  2. - Te Quise Tanto
  3. - Y Todo Queda En Nada
  4. - Cuidarte El Alma
  5. - Mas Que Tu Amigo

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February 23, 2004: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 23, 2004 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Michel Gondry

Starring: Jim Carrey, Kate Winslet, Tom Wilkinson, Gerry Robert Byrne

Country: United States of America

Dawn of the Dead

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Zack Snyder

Starring: Sarah Polley, Ving Rhames, Mekhi Phifer, Jake Weber

Country: United States of America

Shattered Glass

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Billy Ray

Starring: Hayden Christensen, Chloë Sevigny, Steve Zahn, Peter Sarsgaard

Country: United States of America

Runaway Jury

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Gary Fleder

Starring: John Cusack, Rachel Weisz, Gene Hackman, Dustin Hoffman

Country: United States of America

The Interpreter

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Sydney Pollack

Starring: Nicole Kidman, Sean Penn, Catherine Keener, Jesper Christensen

Country: United States of America

February 23, 2004: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 23, 2004 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Padre Coraje

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Benito Zambrano

Kingdom Hospital

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Craig R. Baxley

Family Business

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Sidney Lumet

Renegade

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Jan Kounen

This Is Wonderland

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Anne Wheeler

February 23, 2004: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 23, 2004 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

High Country by Nevada Barr

High Country

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It's autumn in the Sierra Mountains and Anna Pigeon's slinging hash at Yosemite National Park’s Ahwahnee Hotel. Fourteen seasonal park workers have vanished, leaving behind two weeks of unaccounted for.

Flyboys by James Bradley

Flyboys

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This is the classic New York Times bestseller story of heroism, sacrifice, and bravery - by the author of Flags of Our Fathers and The Imperial Cruise.

The Lady And The Unicorn by Tracy Chevalier

The Lady And The Unicorn

By:

The Lady and the Unicorn, Tracy Chevalier's tour de force of imagination and history, is Tracy Chevalier’s answer to the mystery surrounding one of the greatest masterpieces of the art world--a collection of bewitching.

Survivor'S Quest by Timothy Zahn

Survivor'S Quest

By:

Sometimes, it seems like a Jedi's work never ends. Luke Jade Skywalker and Mara Jade Skywalker understand this well. After three years, despite the strong bond they have in the Force, it seems that their relationship is over.

The Amateur Marriage by Anne Tyler

The Amateur Marriage

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Anne Tyler's inimitable novel is a rich and compelling story about a marriage that doesn't work. It tells the story of a couple who are young, attractive, and made for each other.

February 23, 2004: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 23, 2004 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Advance Guardian Heroes

Advance Guardian Heroes

Platform: Game Boy Advance

Genre: Beat 'em up

Publisher: Treasure, Ubisoft

Firefighter F.D.18

Firefighter F.D.18

Platform: PlayStation 2

Genre: Third-person action

Publisher: Konami

Ben Jordan: Paranormal Investigator

Ben Jordan: Paranormal Investigator

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Point-and-click adventure

Publisher: Grundislav Games

Astro Boy

Astro Boy

Platform: PlayStation 2

Genre: Action

Publisher: Sega

Evil Genius

Evil Genius

Platform: Microsoft Windows Cloud (OnLive)

Genre: God game, Real-time strategy, Dungeon management game

Publisher: Sierra Entertainment (2004-2006) Rebellion Developments (2006-present)

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Who was the US President on February 23, 2004?

On February 23, 2004 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 23, 2004?

On February 23, 2004 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on February 23, 2004?

On February 23, 2004 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about February 23rd?

February 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd 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 23rd, such as:

  • 2019 - Venezuelan authorities attempt to allow humanitarian aid trucks from brazil and colombia into the country. two trucks set fire to the francisco de paula santander international bridge.
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: rif dimashq offensive. syrian government warplanes conduct a sixth day's airstrikes in rebel-held ghouta suburbs east damascus. 32 people are killed as the death toll after a week of bombardment has risen to over 400.
  • 2017 - War in north-west pakistan: six people were killed in a bomb explosion in lahore, pakistan.

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What happened in 2004?

2004 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Ahmed Yassin is the founder and leader of the Palestinian Sunni Islamist Group Hamas. Two bodyguards and nine civilians are killed when Israeli Air Force AH 64 Apache fired Hellfire missiles hit the Gaza Strip.
  • Flash Airlines' Boeing 737-737 aircraft, Flight 604, crashes into the Red Sea killing all 148 passengers.
  • At 04:35 UTC, Spirit, a NASA Mars Rover successfully lands on Mars.

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What was the calendar for February 2004?

February 2004 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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