Friday April 01, 2016: on this day

April 01, 2016 was the 92nd day of the year 2016, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Friday.

Is April 01, 2016 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on April 01, 2016, who was born and died on April 01, 2016, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 01, 2016, which were the most popular songs (ex. Work by Rihanna Featuring Drake), movies (e.g. The Revenant, directed by Alejandro G. Iñárritu), TV series (e.g. Foursome) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 1st, 2016 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was April 01, 2016?


April 01, 2016 was a Friday and it was the 92nd day of the year 2016 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 01, 2016 can also be written as 4/1/2016 in the US and as 1/4/2016 in UK and Europe.

April 01, 2016 in April 2016 calendar

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April 01, 2016: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 01, 2016:

  • Syrian civil war: the syrian observatory for human rights reported that airstrikes against the village of deir al-asafir in rif dimashq governorate have left at least 30 dead and many more injured.
  • War in donbass - international monitors from osce have reported that fighting in eastern ukraine has increased as the second year of a fragile truce begins. the worst of the fighting is located between government-controlled avdiivka and separatist-controlled yasynuvata.
  • The osce reports that fighting in eastern ukraine has increased as the osce's international monitors report that fighting is intensifying after a second year under a fragile truce. the worst of the fighting is located between government-controlled avdiivka and separatist-controlled yasynuvata.
  • According to u.s. officials, a drone strike by the u.s. killed a key al-shabaab leader hassan ali dhoore and two other militants near jilib, somalia.
  • At least seven people are hurt in severe weather on the second day. tornadoes swept across the midwestern and southern united states. more severe weather is expected.
  • Fijian health authorities are asking people to practice good hygiene during a conjunctivitis outbreak. the number of conjunctivitis cases in suva has risen from 700 to 5000 over the past 14 days.
  • According to south korean officials, north korea fired another ballistic missile from its east coast. this happened while world leaders were attending the annual nuclear security summit, washington, d.c., which north korea is on the agenda.
  • Gian nicola berti, we sammarinese, and massimo andrea ugolini, sammarinese christian democratic party, are elected captains regents in san marino.
  • The parliament of moldova announced that the country would hold a presidential election on october 30. in march, a court ruled that a direct election would be better than a vote in parliament to elect a president. this was a concession for protesters who had been staging demonstrations for months against the ruling political class. it will be the first direct election since 2001 in which the people will elect their president.
  • The 2016 nagorno-karabakh conflict begins along the nagorno-karabakh line of contact.

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April 01, 2016: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on April 01, 2016:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $82.40
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $108.78
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $55.05
  • General Electric GE: opens at $31.50
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $150.51

Exchange Rates on April 01, 2016:

  • 1 USD = 0.8773 EUR
  • 1 USD = 111.64 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.7027 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.2999 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.3003 CAD

April 01, 2016: What were the main match results that day?

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Leverkusen - Wolfsburg : 3 - 0

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Braunschweig - Paderborn : 2 - 1
  • Duisburg - Heidenheim : 0 - 2
  • St Pauli - Union Berlin : 0 - 0

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • Vallecano - Getafe : 2 - 0

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Bourg Peronnas - Ajaccio : 3 - 0
  • Creteil - Clermont : 0 - 3
  • Le Havre - Laval : 2 - 0
  • Lens - Auxerre : 3 - 0
  • Metz - Niort : 2 - 0
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April 01, 2016: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 1st is Aries.

Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.

Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 01, 2016: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 01, 2016 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on April 1st, 2016 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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April 01, 2016: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 01, 2016 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 01, 2016 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 April 01, 2016 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 28% full, rising at 02:40 am and setting at 02:00 pm.

The previous full moon was on Mar 23, 2016 while the next full moon would come on Apr 22, 2016.

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Who was born on April 01, 2016?


Whose famous birthday is on April 1st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 1st:

  • Logan Paul
    Logan Paul

    Logan paul is a social media influencer and youtuber known for his controversial content and stunts.

  • Toshirô Mifune
    Toshirô Mifune

    Toshirô mifune was a japanese actor known for his collaborations with director akira kurosawa, particularly in films like seven samurai and...

  • Mirjana Karanovic
    Mirjana Karanovic

    Renowned Serbian actress known for her versatile performances in film and theater.

  • Ali MacGraw
    Ali MacGraw

    Ali macgraw is an american actress and model, best known for her role in the film 'love story'.

  • Randy Orton
    Randy Orton

    American professional wrestler.

  • Debbie Reynolds
    Debbie Reynolds

    American actress, dancer and stage entertainer.

  • Asa Butterfield
    Asa Butterfield

    Asa butterfield is an english actor known for his roles in movies such as 'hugo' and 'ender's game'.

  • Hannah Spearritt
    Hannah Spearritt

    Hannah spearritt is a british pop singer known for being a member of the pop group s club 7..

  • William Daniels
    William Daniels

    William daniels is an american actor known for his roles as mr.

  • Milan Kundera
    Milan Kundera

    Czech republic's most well-known living writer.

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April 01, 2016: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 8 years and 16 days old,

or 96 months and 16 days old,

or 419 weeks and 5 days old,

or 2938 days old,

if you were born on April 01, 2016.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 01, 2016?

There are 350 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday April 1st 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 01, 2016?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on April 01, 2016.

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April 01, 2016: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 01, 2016:

  • Smita Bhattacharya

    Indian author known for her literary works.

  • Fausto Puccini
  • Alberto Fontanesi

What famous deaths happened on April 1st?

Famous deaths on April 1st:

  • Marvin Gaye
    Marvin Gaye

    American singer, keyboard player, drummer and songwriter.

  • Leslie Cheung
    Leslie Cheung

    Hong Kong singer and actor who achieved fame in Asia and internationally.

  • John Forsythe
    John Forsythe

    American actor, singer, and producer (d.2010).

  • Noah Beery
    Noah Beery

    Jr.

  • Jim Jordan
    Jim Jordan

    Actor fibber mcgee, who was born 1896, dies of a blod lump at the age of 91.

  • Barbara Luddy
    Barbara Luddy

    American actress (born in 1908).

  • Elanore of Aquitaine

    Elanore of Aquitaine was a powerful and influential medieval queen who ruled as the Duchess of Aquitaine and later as the Queen of France...

  • Liyla Landau

    Soviet physicist known for his contributions to condensed matter physics.

  • Kathleen Lonsdale

    Kathleen Lonsdale was a pioneering British crystallographer who made significant contributions to the understanding of the structure of...

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April 01, 2016: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 01, 2016:

  • Orissa - a state in eastern India celebrates "Utkal Divas", its statehood day.
  • India - Start of financial year.
  • Canada - Beginning of government's fiscal year.
  • Japan - The official start of school years in most universities and schools. Also, the official First Day of Work at companies and offices for new university graduates hires, marked by welcoming ceremonies and speeches.
  • April 1 is known as April Fool's Day or All Fools' Day in many countries.
  • Roman Empire - Veneralia celebrated to honor Venus.
  • In San Marino, two Captains Regent, elected by Parliament, take office for six months.
  • Last day of the Assyrian New Year Celebration
  • International Day of the Birds.
  • In England and Wales, local government reorganisations traditionally happen on April 1.

Saints celebrated on April 01, 2016:

  • Saint Waleric
  • Saint Hugh of Grenoble
  • Saint Jacoba
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April 01, 2016: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 01, 2016 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 28th and April 3rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


April 01, 2016: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 01, 2016 was Work by Rihanna Featuring Drake, according to the music chart for the week March 28th and April 3rd.

April 01, 2016: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on April 01, 2016 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 28th and April 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Work
  2. - Love Yourself
  3. - 7 Years
  4. - Stressed Out
  5. - My House

April 01, 2016: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 01, 2016 was Work by Rihanna Featuring Drake, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 28th and April 3rd.

April 01, 2016: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on April 01, 2016 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 28th and April 3rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Work
  2. - Me, Myself & I
  3. - 2 Phones
  4. - Don't
  5. - Down In The DM

April 01, 2016: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on April 01, 2016 was Hasta El Amanecer by Nicky Jam, according to the Latin music chart for the week March 28th and April 3rd.

April 01, 2016: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on April 01, 2016 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week March 28th and April 3rd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Hasta El Amanecer
  2. - Ginza
  3. - Solo Con Verte
  4. - Obsesionado
  5. - Encantadora

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April 01, 2016: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 01, 2016 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Revenant

The Revenant

Release year: 2016

Written by:

Directed by: Alejandro G. Iñárritu

Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hardy, Will Poulter, Domhnall Gleeson

Country: United States of America

Before I Wake

Before I Wake

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Mike Flanagan

Starring: Kate Bosworth, Thomas Jane, Jacob Tremblay, Annabeth Gish

Country: United States of America

Maggie's Plan

Maggie's Plan

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Rebecca Miller

Starring: Greta Gerwig, Ethan Hawke, Julianne Moore, Maya Rudolph

Country: United States of America

The Vatican Tapes

The Vatican Tapes

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Mark Neveldine

Starring: Olivia Taylor Dudley, Michael Peña, Dougray Scott, Djimon Hounsou

Country: United States of America

In Dubious Battle

In Dubious Battle

Release year: 2016

Directed by: James Franco

Starring: James Franco, Selena Gomez, Robert Duvall, Vincent D'onofrio, Bryan Cranston, Sam Shepard, Danny McBride, Ed Harris, John Savage, Analeigh Tipton, Ashley Greene, Zach Braff

Country: United States of America

April 01, 2016: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 01, 2016 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Foursome

Foursome

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Claude d'Anna

Zak Storm

Zak Storm

Release year: 2016

Country: United States of America

April 01, 2016: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on April 01, 2016 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Lego Worlds

Lego Worlds

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Sandbox

Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment

Warhammer 40,000: Eternal Crusade

Warhammer 40,000: Eternal Crusade

Platform: Linux, Microsoft Windows, OS X, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Genre: Massively multiplayer online third-person shooter

Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment

Space Hulk: Deathwing

Space Hulk: Deathwing

Platform: Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: Focus Home Interactive

Lego Marvel's Avengers

Lego Marvel's Avengers

Platform: Microsoft Windows; Nintendo 3DS; OS X; PlayStation 3; PlayStation 4; PlayStation Vita; Wii U; Xbox 360; Xbox One

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment; Feral Interactive (OS X)

Battlefleet Gothic: Armada

Battlefleet Gothic: Armada

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Real-time strategy

Publisher: Focus Home Interactive

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Who was the US President on April 01, 2016?

On April 01, 2016 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 01, 2016?

On April 01, 2016 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on April 01, 2016?

On April 01, 2016 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about April 1st?

April 1st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 1st day of the month of April. 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 April 1st, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 iran floods: the iranian government declares an emergency in the southwestern provinces at risk of flooding. they also worked to evacuate many villages, as forecasters foresaw more heavy rains last week that could have caused severe flooding.
  • 2018 - 2016-18 kashmir unrest: two civilians, three soldiers and 13 militants were killed in clashes in south kashmir, india.
  • 2017 - Intervention military against isil: an iraqi airstrike close to al qaim in anbar province, iraq kills ayad al-jumaili. he is believed to be isil’s second-in command.

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What happened in 2016?

2016 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: A shooting occurs at a Tel Aviv pub, Israel. It leaves two people dead and eight others injured. The gunman was able to escape and perhaps killed his accomplice, an Arab taxi driver. His body was discovered nearby. The shooter was identified by the police as Nisa'at Melkham, a 30-year-old muslim from Ar'ara. He was also searched his house.
  • Two people are killed and eight others injured in a shooting at a Tel Aviv pub. The gunman was able to escape and perhaps killed his accomplice, an Arab taxi driver. His body was discovered nearby. The shooter was identified by the police as Nisa'at Melkham, a 30-year-old muslim from Ar'ara. He was also searched his house.
  • A 28-foot tall new statue of Jesus, called "Jesus de Greatest", was unveiled at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, Abajah village in Nigeria's Imo state. It is the largest known African Jesus statue.

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What was the calendar for April 2016?

April 2016 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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 April 2016 calendar looked like.

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