Wednesday August 22, 2007: on this day

About August 22nd, 2007, in brief:

  • Historical events: Storm botnet, which was created by Storm Worm, sends a record number of 57 million e mails per day
  • Day of the week: August 22nd, 2007 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Famous Birthdays: Dua Lipa, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje
  • Moon Phase: First Quarter
  • #1 US song: Beautiful Girls by Sean Kingston
  • #1 UK song: The Way I Are by Timbaland featuring Doe & Keri Hilson
  • Popular movie: Into the Wild directed by Sean Penn

More about August 22nd, 2007? See below for more news and curiosities on August 22nd, 2007.

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What day of the week was August 22, 2007?


August 22, 2007 was a Wednesday and it was the 234th day of the year 2007 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 22, 2007 can also be written as 8/22/2007 in the US and as 22/8/2007 in UK and Europe.

August 22, 2007 in August 2007 calendar

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August 22, 2007: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 22, 2007:

  • Storm botnet, which was created by storm worm, sends a record number of 57 million e mails per day
  • Afghanistan war:
  • An explosion causes the deaths of two soldiers from canada's army and injures a radio canada journalist.
  • German engineer is kidnapped and begged for assistance by taliban to broadcast on afghan television.
  • The revolutionary congolese movement, the front for the patriotic resistance of ituri and the front of national integration (fni), rebel groups, agree to disarm the monuc peacekeeping force within the democratic republic of the congo and to cooperate with it.
  • The supreme court of pakistan ruled that inter-services intelligence is not a law-enforcement or customs agency.
  • Hurricane dean's final landfall is near tecolutla in veracruz mexico. it is a category 2 storm and lies 100 miles north-east of veracruz. dean's first landfall in the yucatan peninsula resulted in only one injury and no deaths according to the red cross.
  • War in iraq
  • All 14 soldiers aboard the uh-60 blackhawk helicopter of the united states crashed in northern iraq, killing them all.
  • Baiji is hit by a suicide bomber who kills at most 20 people and injures 40 more.
  • The 2007 kiribatian parliamentary elections are being contested by voters in kiribati.
  • Three pakistani soldiers were killed by pro-taliban militants at a checkpoint in bannu, north-west frontier province.
  • In the last week, typhoon sepat claimed at least 36 lives in southeast china.
  • According to the u.s. campaign for burma, at least nine pro-democracy 88 generation students leaders have been arrested by myanmar's military government.
  • The uk government will spend ps5.2bn over the next four-years on identity card and related programs.
  • Afghanistan war: two canadian army soldiers die and a radio canada journalist is injured in an explosion. (cnn) a taliban kidnapper takes a german engineer hostage and pleads for aid on afghan television.
  • War in iraq: a uh-60 blackhawk helicopter from the united states crashes in northern iraq, killing all 14 soldiers aboard. (wikinews.) a suicide bomber in baiji kills at least 20 and wounds 40 others.

August 22, 2007: What were the magazines covers that day?

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August 22, 2007: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on August 22, 2007:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $83.73
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $131.22
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $28.27
  • General Electric GE: opens at $38.65
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $110.09

Exchange Rates on August 22, 2007:

  • 1 USD = 115.31 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.062 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.2063 CHF
  • 1 USD = 7.602 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 156.19 JPY

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August 22, 2007: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 22nd is Leo.

Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.

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 22, 2007: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 22, 2007 is Pig and the associated element is Fire.

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August 22, 2007: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 22, 2007 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 22, 2007 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 22, 2007 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 70% full, rising at 03:57 pm and setting at 12:34 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 30, 2007 while the next full moon would come on Aug 28, 2007.

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Who was born on August 22, 2007?


Famous people born on August 22, 2007:

  • John Moynahan

    American child of football star tom brady (american) and bridget moynahan (american).

Whose famous birthday is on August 22nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 22nd:

  • Dua Lipa
    Dua Lipa

    Dua lipa is a british pop singer known for hits like 'new rules' and 'don't start now'.

  • Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje
    Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje

    Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje is a British actor known for his roles in popular TV shows and films such as 'Lost', 'Oz', and 'The Bourne...

  • James Corden
    James Corden

    James corden is a british comedian and actor, best known for hosting the late late show and for his role in the film into the woods.

  • Kristen Wiig
    Kristen Wiig

    Kristen wiig is an american comedian known for her work on saturday night live and her roles in popular comedy films such as bridesmaids and...

  • Tori Amos
    Tori Amos

    American singer-songwriter.

  • Rodrigo Santoro
    Rodrigo Santoro

    Rodrigo santoro is a brazilian actor known for his roles in popular films such as 300 and love actually.

  • Richard Armitage
    Richard Armitage

    Richard armitage is an english actor known for his roles in the hobbit film series and the tv series north & south.

  • Ray Bradbury
    Ray Bradbury

    American sci-fi and fantasy writer, widely admired and well-known.

  • Honor Blackman
    Honor Blackman

    British actress.

  • Leni Riefenstahl
    Leni Riefenstahl

    Leni riefenstahl, a german film director and producer, screenwriter, editor.

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How old is someone born on August 22, 2007?


Someone born on August 22, 2007 is:

16 years 9 months old,

or 201 months and 14 days old,

or 876 weeks

or 6132 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 22, 2007?

There are 78 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 22nd 2024.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 22, 2007?

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August 22, 2007: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 22, 2007:

  • Grace Paley

    American short story author known for her wit and distinctive style.

  • Emery Bickford

    Renowned poet with a unique style and voice.

  • Butch van Breda Kolff
  • Gilles Beaudoin

What famous deaths happened on August 22nd?

Famous deaths on August 22nd:

  • Colleen Dewhurst
    Colleen Dewhurst

    Colleen Dewhurst was a Canadian-American actress known for her work on stage and screen, winning two Tony Awards.

  • Sebastian Cabot
    Sebastian Cabot

    Actor and singer from english-canadian (d. 1977).

  • Dorotea Mackiewicz

    Pioneering investigative journalist known for her fearless reporting on corruption.

  • Laurelyn Joyner

    Set multiple world records in long jump.

  • Kenyatta Kenyatta

    Kenyatta was the first president of Kenya and a prominent figure in the Kenyan independence movement.

  • Lennex Kenyatta

    Lennex Kenyatta was the first President of Kenya, serving from 1963 to 1978.

  • Antario Dubois

    Antario Dubois was a renowned French composer and pianist known for his innovative classical music compositions.

  • Fayne Blackwood

    Fayne Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her historical fiction novels that brought to life the stories of forgotten...

  • Ulyssa Blackwood

    Ulyssa Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her epic historical sagas and complex character studies.

  • Yarrow

    Renowned folk singer known for his contributions to the music industry.

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August 22, 2007: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 22, 2007:

  • RC feasts - Mary queen of angels

Observances on August 22, 2007:

  • International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
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August 22, 2007: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 22, 2007 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 20th and August 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 22, 2007: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 22, 2007 was Beautiful Girls by Sean Kingston, according to the music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.

August 22, 2007: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 22, 2007 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Beautiful Girls youtube
  2. - Big Girls Don't Cry youtube
  3. - The Way I Are
  4. - Hey There Delilah youtube
  5. - Umbrella

August 22, 2007: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 22, 2007 was The Way I Are by Timbaland featuring Doe & Keri Hilson, according to the music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.

August 22, 2007: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 22, 2007 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Way I Are
  2. - Foundations
  3. - With Every Heartbeat
  4. - Stronger youtube
  5. - Big Girls Don't Cry youtube

August 22, 2007: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 22, 2007 was When I See U by Fantasia, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.

August 22, 2007: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 22, 2007 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - When I See U
  2. - teachme
  3. - Shawty
  4. - Let It Go
  5. - Do You

August 22, 2007: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 22, 2007 was Basta Ya by Conjunto Primavera, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 20th and August 26th.

August 22, 2007: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 22, 2007 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 20th and August 26th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Basta Ya
  2. - Y Si Te Digo
  3. - Mi Corazoncito
  4. - De Ti Exclusivo
  5. - Dimelo

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August 22, 2007: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 22, 2007 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Into the Wild

Release year: 2007

Directed by: Sean Penn

Starring: Emile Hirsch, Vince Vaughn, Catherine Keener, Marcia Gay Harden

Country: United States of America

Iron Man

Release year: 2007

Directed by: Jon Favreau

Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Terrence Howard, Jeff Bridges

Country: United States of America

Atonement

Release year: 2007

Directed by: Joe Wright

Starring: Keira Knightley, James McAvoy, Brenda Blethyn, Saoirse Ronan

Country: United States of America

Funny Games

Release year: 2007

Directed by: Michael Haneke

Starring: Susanne Lothar, Ulrich Mühe, Arno Frisch, Frank Giering

Country: United States of America

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Release year: 2007

Directed by: Jaume Balagueró, Paco Plaza

Starring: Manuela Velasco, Ferran Terraza, Jorge-Yamam Serrano, Pablo Rosso

Country: United States of America

August 22, 2007: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 22, 2007 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Marimar

Release year: 2007

Wainy Days

Release year: 2007

Directed by: David Wain

Saving Grace

Release year: 2007

Directed by: Nigel Cole

The Morning Show

Release year: 2007

Directed by: Andrew Delaplaine

The Time of Your Life

Release year: 2007

Directed by: H.C. Potter

August 22, 2007: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 22, 2007 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

God Is Not Great by Christopher Hitchens

God Is Not Great

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Christopher Hitchens, in the spirit of Bertrand Russell’s Why I Am not a Christian and Sam Harris’s new bestseller, The End of Faith makes the final case against religion.

The Secret by Rhonda Byrne

The Secret

By:

The tenth anniversary edition of the book that made a profound impact on people's lives, now with a new afterword.

Beyond Reach by Karin Slaughter

Beyond Reach

By:

Detective Lena Adams is the only suspect in an abominable murder in a small Georgia hospital.

Almost Dead by Lisa Jackson

Almost Dead

By:

A string of murders leads to a disturbing secret in the life of Lisa Jackson, #1 New York Times Bestseller.

Eclipse by Stephenie Meyer

Eclipse

By:

The paperback edition Eclipse is the third installment in Stephenie Meyer’s captivating vampire romance saga. Twilight and New Moon have captivated readers. Bella is once more in danger as Seattle is devastated by mysterious killings. A malicious vampire continues her …

August 22, 2007: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 22, 2007 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Cooking Mama 2: Dinner with Friends

Cooking Mama 2: Dinner with Friends

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Simulation, Mini-Games

Publisher: JP Taito; NA Majesco; PAL 505 Games

Castlevania: Order of Shadows

Castlevania: Order of Shadows

Platform: Java Platform, Micro Edition, Windows Mobile

Genre: Action-adventure

Akaneiro ni Somaru Saka

Akaneiro ni Somaru Saka

Platform: PC, PS2, PSP

Genre: Drama, Harem, Romance

Publisher: Feng (PC) GN Software (PS2/PSP)

Contra 4

Contra 4

Platform: Nintendo DS, Mobile phone

Genre: Run and gun

Publisher: Konami

Brian Lara 2007 Pressure Play

Brian Lara 2007 Pressure Play

Platform: PlayStation Portable

Genre: Sports

Publisher: Codemasters

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Who was the US President on August 22, 2007?

On August 22, 2007 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 2007?

On August 22, 2007 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on August 22, 2007?

On August 22, 2007 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about August 22nd?

August 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd 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 22nd, such as:

  • 2018 - According to senior industry sources, the previously announced initial public offer of saudi aramco was canceled.
  • 2017 - Conflict at ain al-hilweh: three more palestinians were injured in renewed clashes between islamist extremists, the fatah-supported joint palestinian security force and the ain al-hilweh palestinian refuge camp.
  • 2016 - 2016 pacific typhoon season: typhoon mindulle is expected to make landfall close to tokyo, japan. train services and flights will be cancelled. it will arrive one day after typhoon kompasu. (bloomberg),

Find out more about August 22nd

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What happened in 2007?

2007 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Barzan Ibrahim al-Tikriti (ex-Iraqi intelligence chief, half-brother to Saddam Hussein) and Awad Hamed al-Bandar (ex-chief judge of the Revolutionary Court), were executed by hanging in Iraq.
  • Officially, Bulgaria and Romania join the European Union. The European Union also makes the official languages of Romanian, Bulgarian and Irish, along with 20 other languages.
  • A dense, metallic meteorite measuring about 1 inch in diameter falls through the roof of a house in eastern New Jersey.

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What was the calendar for August 2007?

August 2007 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.

Discover how August 2007 calendar looked like.

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