Wednesday July 18, 2001: on this day

About July 18th, 2001, in brief:

  • Historical events: Baltimore, Maryland: A 60-car train derailed in a tunnel, sparking a fire which will last for days and almost shut down the city. (See Howard Street Tunnel fire).
  • Day of the week: July 18th, 2001 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Famous Birthdays: James Brolin, Kristen Bell
  • Moon Phase: New Moon
  • #1 US song: U Remind Me by Usher
  • #1 UK song: Eternity / The Road To Mandalay by Robbie Williams
  • Popular movie: Rush Hour directed by Brett Ratner

More about July 18th, 2001? See below for more news and curiosities on July 18th, 2001.

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What day of the week was July 18, 2001?


July 18, 2001 was a Wednesday and it was the 199th day of the year 2001 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 18, 2001 can also be written as 7/18/2001 in the US and as 18/7/2001 in UK and Europe.

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July 18, 2001: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 18, 2001:

  • Baltimore, maryland: a 60-car train derailed in a tunnel, sparking a fire which will last for days and almost shut down the city. (see howard street tunnel fire).
  • Jurassic park iii has been released.

July 18, 2001: What were the magazines covers that day?

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July 18, 2001: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on July 18, 2001:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $84.50
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $21.78
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $70.60
  • General Electric GE: opens at $45.60
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $106.10

Exchange Rates on July 18, 2001:

  • 1 USD = 123.93 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.5386 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.7232 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 108.03 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.6147 GBP

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July 18, 2001: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 18th is Cancer.

Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.

Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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July 18, 2001: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 18, 2001 is Snake and the associated element is Metal.

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July 18, 2001: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 18, 2001 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 18, 2001 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 July 18, 2001 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 1% full, rising at 03:13 am and setting at 07:39 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 05, 2001 while the next full moon would come on Aug 04, 2001.

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Who was born on July 18, 2001?


Famous people born on July 18, 2001:

  • Agustina Roth

    Argentine bmx rider.

  • Naif Al-Hadhrami
  • Faride Alidou
  • Ella Ballentine
  • Enzo Fittipaldi
  • Ramon Hendriks
  • Milan Hosseini
  • Morgan Hurd

Whose famous birthday is on July 18th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 18th:

  • James Brolin
    James Brolin

    American actor.

  • Kristen Bell
    Kristen Bell

    Kristen bell is an american actress known for her roles in tv shows like veronica mars and the good place, as well as for voicing the...

  • Bhumi Pednekar
    Bhumi Pednekar

    Bhumi Pednekar is an Indian actress who has established herself as one of the most versatile and talented actresses in Bollywood.

  • James Cagney
    James Cagney

    James cagney was an american actor known for his energetic performances in gangster films, particularly in the 1930s.

  • Nelson Mandela
    Nelson Mandela

    South african president, a civil right hero and martyr who won victory in his lifetime crusade for non-racial south africa democracy.

  • Vin Diesel
    Vin Diesel

    Steven spielberg discovered an american actor when diesel's short film, "multi facial", (1994), which diesel had created himself, caught his...

  • Elizabeth Gilbert
    Elizabeth Gilbert

    Elizabeth gilbert is an american author known for her bestselling memoir 'eat, pray, love', which has been adapted into a film.

  • Wendy Williams
    Wendy Williams

    Wendy williams is a tv show host known for her outspoken personality and celebrity gossip segments.

  • Maria Pacôme
    Maria Pacôme

    Maria pacôme is a renowned french actress and playwright known for her comedic roles in french cinema and theater.

  • Chace Crawford
    Chace Crawford

    Chace crawford is an american actor known for his role as nate archibald on the tv series gossip girl.

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How old is someone born on July 18, 2001?


Someone born on July 18, 2001 is:

22 years 10 months old,

or 274 months and 5 days old,

or 1192 weeks and 1 day old,

or 8345 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 18, 2001?

There are 56 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday July 18th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 18, 2001?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on July 18, 2001.

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July 18, 2001: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on July 18, 2001:

  • Mimi Fariña

    American singer and musician.

  • Fabio Taglioni

    Italian engineer and designer of motorcycles (born 1920).

  • James Hatfield

    American author (born 1958).

  • Alexandre Jany

What famous deaths happened on July 18th?

Famous deaths on July 18th:

  • Alex Rocco
    Alex Rocco

    Actor (blue knight, stanley, stunt man).

  • Jack Hawkins
    Jack Hawkins

    London, england -- actor (ben four just men, zulu and malta story).

  • Dietmar Schönherr
    Dietmar Schönherr

    Austrian-spanish actor, director, and screenwriter (d. 2014).

  • Machine Gun Kelly
    Machine Gun Kelly

    American gangster (born 1895).

  • Jack Earle
    Jack Earle

    American sideshow performer and actor (born 1906).

  • Adalei Austen

    Adalei Austen was a renowned English novelist whose works, such as 'Pride and Prejudice', have become timeless classics.

  • Lawsen Austen

    Lawsen Austen was a renowned English novelist of the 19th century, best known for her witty and insightful novels, including 'Pride and...

  • Wealthy Austen

    Celebrated English novelist known for her works on social commentary.

  • Rhilee Austen

    Rhilee Austen was a celebrated English novelist whose witty and insightful novels, such as 'Pride and Prejudice' and 'Emma', have become...

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July 18, 2001: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on July 18, 2001:

  • Uruguay - Constitution Day

Observances on July 18, 2001:

  • ONU - Nelson Mandela International Day
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July 18, 2001: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on July 18, 2001 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 16th and July 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


July 18, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 18, 2001 was U Remind Me by Usher, according to the music chart for the week July 16th and July 22nd.

July 18, 2001: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on July 18, 2001 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 16th and July 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - U Remind Me youtube
  2. - Hit 'Em Up Style (Oops!)
  3. - Let Me Blow Ya Mind
  4. - Peaches & Cream
  5. - Hanging By A Moment

July 18, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 18, 2001 was Eternity / The Road To Mandalay by Robbie Williams, according to the music chart for the week July 16th and July 22nd.

July 18, 2001: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on July 18, 2001 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 16th and July 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Eternity / The Road To Mandalay
  2. - Lady Marmalade
  3. - Another Chance
  4. - The Way To Your Love
  5. - Purple Pills

July 18, 2001: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 18, 2001 was U Remind Me by Usher, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 16th and July 22nd.

July 18, 2001: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on July 18, 2001 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 16th and July 22nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - U Remind Me youtube
  2. - Music
  3. - Peaches & Cream
  4. - She's All I Got
  5. - Where The Party At

July 18, 2001: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on July 18, 2001 was Azul by Cristian, according to the Latin music chart for the week July 16th and July 22nd.

July 18, 2001: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on July 18, 2001 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week July 16th and July 22nd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Azul
  2. - O Me Voy O Te Vas
  3. - Abrazame Muy Fuerte
  4. - Besame
  5. - No Te Podias Quedar

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July 18, 2001: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on July 18, 2001 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Rush Hour

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Brett Ratner

Starring: Jackie Chan, Chris Tucker, Ken Leung, Tom Wilkinson

Country: United States of America

Tigerland

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Joel Schumacher

Starring: Colin Farrell, Matthew Davis, Clifton Collins Jr., Tom Guiry

Country: United States of America

The Faculty

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Robert Rodriguez

Starring: Jordana Brewster, Clea DuVall, Laura Harris, Josh Hartnett

Country: United States of America

What Women Want

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Nancy Meyers

Starring: Mel Gibson, Helen Hunt, Marisa Tomei, Alan Alda

Country: United States of America

Delivering Milo

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Nick Castle

Starring: Anton Yelchin, Albert Finney, Bridget Fonda, Campbell Scott

Country: United States of America

July 18, 2001: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on July 18, 2001 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Life as We Know It

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Greg Berlanti

Hell in the Pacific

Release year: 2001

Directed by: John Boorman

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

You Don't Know Jack

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Barry Levinson

Six Feet Under

Release year: 2001

Written by:

Directed by: Seth Amaradasa

Starring: Peter Krause, Michael C. Hall, Frances Conroy, Lauren Ambrose

Country: United States of America

Blind Date

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Blake Edwards

July 18, 2001: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on July 18, 2001 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Ghost Soldiers by Hampton Sides

Ghost Soldiers

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On January 28, 1945, 121 carefully selected U.S. soldiers slipped behind enemy lines into the Philippines. Their mission was to march thirty miles in order to rescue 513 prisoners of war (POWs) who were trapped in an awful camp.

The Fourth Hand by John Irving

The Fourth Hand

By:

New York journalist Patrick Wallingford accidentally becomes his headline while reporting on a story about India. His left hand is eaten and he loses it.

Supreme Injustice by Alan M. Dershowitz

Supreme Injustice

By:

Millions of Americans were shocked and outraged at the role of the U.S. Supreme Court in the 2000 presidential election with its controversial decision in Bush v.

A Traitor To Memory by Elizabeth George

A Traitor To Memory

By:

Detective Inspector Thomas Lynley must investigate why an elderly lady is intentionally run over and killed in a quiet London street.

Seabiscuit: An American Legend by Laura Hillenbrand

Seabiscuit: An American Legend

By:

Laura Hillenbrand, author of the runaway phenomenon Unbroken, brilliantly re-creates a universal underdog story in this #1 New York Times bestseller.Seabiscuit was one of the most electrifying and popular attractions in sports history and the single biggest newsmaker in the …

July 18, 2001: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on July 18, 2001 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Etherlords

Etherlords

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Card battle, turn-based strategy, turn-based tactics

Publisher: Fishtank Interactive, DreamCatcher Games, Strategy First

Dokapon: Monster Hunter

Dokapon: Monster Hunter

Platform: Game Boy Advance

Genre: Action role-playing video game

Publisher: JP Asmik Ace Entertainment; NA AIA; EU Ubi Soft Entertainment

Star Wars Rogue Squadron II: Rogue Leader

Star Wars Rogue Squadron II: Rogue Leader

Platform: GameCube

Genre: Action, shooter

Publisher: NA LucasArts; JP LucasArts; EU Activision

Spider-Man 2: The Sinister Six

Spider-Man 2: The Sinister Six

Platform: Game Boy Color

Genre: Action

Publisher: Activision

Aztec: The Curse in the Heart of the City of Gold

Aztec: The Curse in the Heart of the City of Gold

Platform: PlayStation, Microsoft Windows

Genre: Adventure

Publisher: Telecom Multimedia

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Who was the US President on July 18, 2001?

On July 18, 2001 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 18, 2001?

On July 18, 2001 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on July 18, 2001?

On July 18, 2001 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about July 18th?

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

  • 2019 - Two car bombs explode outside kandahar police headquarters, afghanistan. twelve people were killed and more than 80 others were injured.
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: siege at al-fu'ah, kafriya: as part of a deal between rebel forces with the syrian government, the evacuations of the shia towns al-fu'ah (northern idlib governorate) begin.
  • 2017 - 2017 earthquakes: a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck russia's kamchatka peninsula west of attu in the north pacific ocean. there are no immediate reports of injuries or damages; the tsunami warning was cancelled.

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What happened in 2001?

2001 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Sila Calderon is elected the first female Governor for Puerto Rico
  • J.P. Morgan changes the name of its company to J.P. Morgan Chase.
  • The 107th United States Congress is sworn in, including incoming freshmen Senators Bill Nelson (Democrat-Florida), Tom Carper (Democrat-Delaware), Debbie Stabenow (Democrat-Michigan), John Ensign (Republican-Nevada), George Allen (Republican-Virginia), Maria Cantwell (Democrat-Washington), Ben Nelson (Democrat-Nebraska), Hillary Clinton (Democrat-New York), Jon Corzine (Democrat-New Jersey), Jean Carnahan (Democrat-Missouri), and Mark Dayton (Democrat-Minnesota).

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What was the calendar for July 2001?

July 2001 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with July being the 7th 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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