What happened on Saturday, July 1, 2017?

Here's what happened on July 01, 2017:

• Carrie Lam sworn in as Hong Kong's Chief Executive Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor was sworn in as Hong Kong's Chief Executive on July 1, 2017, becoming the first woman to hold the position. The ceremony, marking the 20th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to Chinese sovereignty, was attended by Chinese President Xi Jinping. Lam had been elected in March 2017, receiving 777 votes from the 1,194-member Election Committee. source: britannica.com
• China-India-Bhutan territorial dispute escalates On July 1, 2017, tensions escalated in the China-India-Bhutan territorial dispute, particularly over the Doklam plateau. Both nations increased military presence in the region, raising concerns of a potential conflict. source: bbc.com
• Memorial Service for Helmut Kohl A memorial service was held on July 1, 2017, to honor the late Helmut Kohl, former Chancellor of Germany. The service was attended by numerous dignitaries and political leaders, reflecting Kohl's significant impact on German and European politics. source: aljazeera.com
• Marawi Crisis Displacement During the Marawi crisis in the Philippines, over 400,000 people were displaced due to ongoing conflict, highlighting the significant humanitarian impact of the urban warfare.
• Tedros Adhanom Leads WHO Ethiopian politician Tedros Adhanom became the first African Director-General of the World Health Organization, marking a significant moment in global health leadership.
• Canada's 150th Confederation Anniversary Canada celebrated its sesquicentennial, marking 150 years since the Canadian Confederation, a significant milestone in the nation's history and national identity.
• Singapore's Protest Restriction Law Singapore implemented a new law prohibiting foreigners from participating in protests, further tightening restrictions on public demonstrations and political activism.
• Record-Breaking Concert by Vasco Rossi Italian rock singer Vasco Rossi set a world record for the largest ticketed concert in history, drawing 220,000 guests at Enzo Ferrari Park in Modena, demonstrating the massive popularity of live music events.

Events in 2017

July 01, 2017: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Jul. 01, 2017

July 01, 2017 was a Saturday and it was the 182nd day of the year 2017 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 01, 2017 can also be written as 7/1/2017 in the US and as 1/7/2017 in UK and Europe.

July 01, 2017 in July 2017 calendar

July 01, 2017: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 01, 2017 was Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber, according to the music chart for the week June 26th and July 2nd.

1. Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber - Despacito
2. DJ Khaled Featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance The Rapper & Lil Wayne - I'm The One
3. Bruno Mars - That's What I Like
4. Ed Sheeran - Shape Of You
5. Kendrick Lamar - Humble.

July 01, 2017: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 01, 2017 was I'm The One by DJ Khaled Featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance The Rapper & Lil Wayne, according to the music chart for the week June 26th and July 2nd.

1. DJ Khaled Featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance The Rapper & Lil Wayne - I'm The One
2. Bruno Mars - That's What I Like
3. Kendrick Lamar - Humble.
4. Future - Mask Off
5. Post Malone Featuring Quavo - Congratulations

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 1st is Cancer.

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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 01, 2017: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 01, 2017 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 01, 2017 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 01, 2017 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 01, 2017 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 61% full, rising at 01:40 pm and setting at 01:31 am.

The previous full moon was on Jun 09, 2017 while the next full moon would come on Jul 09, 2017.

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Your place in the Universe on July 01, 2017

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Someone born on July 01, 2017 is:

9 years 1 month old,

or 109 months and 3 days old,

or 474 weeks and 3 days old,

or 3321 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 01, 2017?

There are 331 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday July 1st 2027.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 01, 2017?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on July 01, 2017.

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