Wednesday June 01, 2016: on this day

June 01, 2016 was the 153rd day of the year 2016, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is June 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 June 01, 2016, who was born and died on June 01, 2016, what holidays and observances are celebrated on June 01, 2016, which were the most popular songs (ex. One Dance by Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla), movies (e.g. Lights Out, directed by David F. Sandberg), TV series (e.g. Wolf Creek) books and videogames back then.

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

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What day of the week was June 01, 2016?


June 01, 2016 was a Wednesday and it was the 153rd day of the year 2016 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 01, 2016 can also be written as 6/1/2016 in the US and as 1/6/2016 in UK and Europe.

June 01, 2016 in June 2016 calendar

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June 01, 2016: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on June 01, 2016:

  • Syrian civil war: the united states-backed syrian democratic forces launch an offensive to retake control of manbij, aleppo governorate, from isil.
  • Conflict in northern mali: four un peacekeepers were killed in an al-qaeda attack.
  • In a suspected al-qaeda attack, four un peacekeepers were killed in northern mali.
  • Somali civil war (2009-present: at least 16 people have been killed and 55 others injured in an attack on a mogadishu hotel. al-shabaab claims responsibility. (reuters), (cnn), (voa news), (reuters). the pentagon announces that abdullahi haji da'ud (a top al-shabaab commander) has been killed in an airstrike.
  • An attack on a mogadishu hotel, somalia, has resulted in the deaths of at least 16 and 55 others. al-shabaab claims responsibility. (reuters) (cnn) (voa news),
  • In an airstrike, the pentagon announced abdullahi haji da'ud's death as a top al-shabaab commander.
  • People were attacked by neo-nazis at a vegan cafe in tbilisi (georgia) that served slabs of meat.
  • 2016 bangladesh bank heist: a committee of congress is investigating how the federal reserve bank of new york investigated and seized assets for the central bank of bangladesh.
  • A committee of us house of representatives examines the manner in which the federal reserve bank of new york investigated theft of assets that it held for the central bank of bangladesh.
  • Saudi arabia's public investment fund invests $3.5 billion in uber. this is the largest single investment that uber has received to date.
  • Four workers are killed and ten others injured in a gas explosion at a subway building site near seoul, south korea.
  • Egyptair flight 804: the french naval vessel detects possible signals from egyptair flight 804.
  • Fort mcmurray residents return to fort mcmurray after the wildfire in 2016. a few thousand firefighters from south africa and other countries continue to fight the canadian blaze of 5,800 kilometer (3.603 mile) that has reached the alberta border into saskatchewan.
  • Fort mcmurray residents return home for the first time since may 1st. a few thousand firefighters from south africa continue to fight the 5,800 kilometer (3 603 mile) canadian fire that has reached the alberta border into saskatchewan.
  • Greg abbott, governor of texas declares a state of emergency in 31 counties in texas due to flooding that has claimed many lives in the past few days.
  • According to the u.s. geological survey, there was a 6.5 magnitude earthquake at approximately 50 km (30 miles) depth. it occurred 155km (95 miles), from padang in west sumatra. there are no immediate reports on injury or damage.
  • Recep tayyip erdan, turkish president, warns germany not to recognize the armenian genocide.
  • The secretary general of nato jens sloltenberg stated that the european member states' defense spending will increase for the first time since a decade. stoltenberg said that there is uncertainty. we face more threats and more security challenges than ever before.
  • Darayya is finally liberated by a convoy that has been carrying vital medical and nutritional aid since 2012. baby milk was the only food that was delivered. today, a 48-hour ceasefire was in effect for the town.
  • The united nations security council is looking into humanitarian air drops for areas in syria that are under siege.
  • Riad hijab (coordinator of the opposition high negotiations committee), in a letter addressed to united nations secretary-general ban ki-moon, proposes a nationwide truce during ramadan, which began 6 june 2016.
  • The united nations security council condemned yesterday's failure to test a ballistic missile by north korea and two other failed tests in april.
  • 2016 ucla shooting: two people were killed in a shooting that turned murder-suicide at the university of california los angeles. according to police, the campus is now secure.
  • A man from plano, texas stabs his girlfriend, and then posts the body to facebook. the social media site does not remove the photo for 36 hours.
  • Authorities in thailand discover 40 dead tigers in a frozen container at the tiger temple, sai yok district, kanchanaburi province. wildlife trafficking is being investigated at the theravada buddhist temple. the department of national parks, wildlife and plant conservation has taken 137 tigers out of the monks' possession.
  • German police are investigating 26 reports of sexual assault from the schlossgrabenfest music festival in darmstadt this weekend. three women claimed that they were groped saturday by a group of men. three pakistani immigrant women were detained by police. more reports are expected to follow this announcement.
  • Richard huckle was dubbed "britain’s worst paedophile" after he was convicted in 71 cases for rape and other sexual offenses against up to 200 children. the old bailey in london is hearing the case. the hearing is expected to last three days. huckle could face up to 22 life sentences after the hearing ends.
  • In switzerland, the gotthard base tunnel is the longest and deepest railway tunnel in the world, measuring 57km (35 miles).
  • Tokyo's proposal to include sports like surfing, karate and sport climbing in the 2020 summer olympics is supported by the international olympic committee (ioc). in august, the full ioc will vote in rio de janeiro (brazil), on the matter.

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

Stock market quotes on June 01, 2016:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $88.43
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $99.02
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $52.44
  • General Electric GE: opens at $30.04
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $153.00

Exchange Rates on June 01, 2016:

  • 1 USD = 0.8938 EUR
  • 1 USD = 109.545 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.6937 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.3784 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.3076 CAD
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June 01, 2016: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 1st is Gemini.

Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.

Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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

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

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

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


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The moon phase on June 01, 2016 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 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 June 01, 2016 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 7% full, rising at 03:09 am and setting at 05:29 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 21, 2016 while the next full moon would come on Jun 20, 2016.

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Who was born on June 01, 2016?


Whose famous birthday is on June 1st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 1st:

  • Marilyn Monroe
    Marilyn Monroe

    American actress, singer, model and actress.

  • Walt Whitman
    Walt Whitman

    Walt whitman was an american poet known for his influential work 'leaves of grass', which celebrated the human spirit and individuality.

  • Bekim Fehmiu
    Bekim Fehmiu

    Bekim Fehmiu was a renowned Yugoslav actor and entrepreneur who founded several successful businesses.

  • Amy Schumer
    Amy Schumer

    Amy schumer is a comedian known for her stand-up comedy, acting, and writing, as well as her outspoken and often controversial humor.

  • Morgan Freeman
    Morgan Freeman

    He was an american actor who won the academy award for best supporting actor in 2005 for his role as million dollar baby.

  • Mario Cimarro
    Mario Cimarro

    Cuban-american singer and actor.

  • Sarah Wayne Callies
    Sarah Wayne Callies

    Sarah wayne callies is an american actress known for her roles in popular tv shows such as 'prison break' and 'the walking dead'.

  • Jennifer Coolidge
    Jennifer Coolidge

    American comedian and actress, best known for her role as "stifler’s mom", which is a prominent part in american pie films.

  • Andy Griffith
    Andy Griffith

    American actor, singer, and tv actor.

  • Pat Boone
    Pat Boone

    American actor and singer who sold 18,000,000 records before he turned 24.

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


You are 7 years 10 months old,

or 94 months and 19 days old,

or 411 weeks and 3 days old,

or 2880 days old,

if you were born on June 01, 2016.

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

There are 42 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday June 1st 2024.

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

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

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


Famous people died on June 01, 2016:

  • Shakinah Shabazz

    American civil rights activist and daughter of Malcolm X..

  • Genji Sato

    Japanese politician who served as the Governor of Tokyo.

  • Silvio Mirarchi
  • Agostino Coletto
  • Grigore Obreja
  • Razak Khan (रज़्ज़ाक खान)
  • Boyce F. Martin Jr.
  • Lacy Neff
  • Kosit Panpiemras (โฆสิต ปั้นเปี่ยมรัษฎ์)
  • Dalpat Singh Paraste
  • Janusz Ekiert
  • Anatol Kovarsky
  • Denis Milhau
  • John Taylor
  • Wang Jui (王錫瑞)
  • Alan Wise
  • Leonard Boyle
  • Roger Enrico

What famous deaths happened on June 1st?

Famous deaths on June 1st:

  • David Ruffin
    David Ruffin

    Mississippi, united states -- vocalist.

  • Richard Greene
    Richard Greene

    Plymouth, england -- actor (adventures of robin hood).

  • Mary Kornman
    Mary Kornman

    Actress (desert trail swing it professor), is killed at 57.

  • Jack Mulhall
    Jack Mulhall

    Actor (buck rogers held for ransom), is killed at 91.

  • Howard Ralston
    Howard Ralston

    Actor (pollyana).

  • Daniel Burnham

    American architect of note.

  • Miniya Shabazz

    American civil rights activist and daughter of Malcolm X..

  • Liylah Shabazz

    American human rights activist and daughter of Malcolm X..

  • Floyed Bennett

    Renowned novelist known for his captivating storytelling.

  • Lizzie Borden

    Lizzie Borden was an American journalist and writer who gained notoriety for her alleged involvement in the 1892 murders of her father and...

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


Holidays on June 01, 2016:

  • Samoa - Independence Day 1962.
  • Roman Empire - Festival in honour of Carna.
  • Children's Day in some countries.
  • Commemoration of Justin Martyr (Anglican).
  • Kenya Madaraka Day 1963.
  • Tunisia - Constitution Day / Victory Day 1959.
  • The Ascension in Eastern Christianity.
  • Nirvana of Buddhists.

Observances on June 01, 2016:

  • Global Day of Parents
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June 01, 2016: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on June 01, 2016 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 30th and June 5th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


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

The number 1 song in the USA on June 01, 2016 was One Dance by Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla, according to the music chart for the week May 30th and June 5th.

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

The music chart in the USA on June 01, 2016 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 30th and June 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - One Dance
  2. - Panda
  3. - Can't Stop The Feeling!
  4. - 7 Years
  5. - Work From Home

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

The number 1 R&B song on June 01, 2016 was One Dance by Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 30th and June 5th.

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

The R&B music chart on June 01, 2016 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 30th and June 5th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - One Dance
  2. - Panda
  3. - Work
  4. - Needed Me
  5. - Me, Myself & I

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

The number 1 Latin song on June 01, 2016 was Duele El Corazon by Enrique Iglesias Featuring Wisin, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 30th and June 5th.

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

The Latin music chart on June 01, 2016 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 30th and June 5th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Duele El Corazon
  2. - Bobo
  3. - Hasta El Amanecer
  4. - Ginza
  5. - El Perdedor

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

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

Lights Out

Lights Out

Release year: 2016

Written by:

Directed by: David F. Sandberg

Starring: Teresa Palmer, Gabriel Bateman, Maria Bello, Billy Burke

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

Monster Trucks

Monster Trucks

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Chris Wedge

Starring: Lucas Till, Jane Levy, Barry Pepper, Rob Lowe, Danny Glover, Amy Ryan

Country: United States of America

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

The most popular TV Series on June 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:

Wolf Creek

Wolf Creek

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Greg McLean

Raising the Bar

Raising the Bar

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Clay Glen

Containment

Containment

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Neil Mcenery-West

Foursome

Foursome

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Claude d'Anna

Voltron

Voltron

Release year: 2016

Country: United States of America

June 01, 2016: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on June 01, 2016 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Last Mile by David Baldacci

The Last Mile

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David Baldacci's #1 New York Times Bestseller Memory Man introduced Amos Decker, the remarkable detective who can forget everything. Decker is back in a new thrilling thriller.

The Fireman by Joe Hill

The Fireman

By:

The Fireman is the New York Times bestseller and award-winning author of NOS4A2 (Heart-Shaped Box). This novel tells the story of a global pandemic that causes spontaneous combustion. It also features a group of unlikely heroes who fight to save …

Me Before You by Jojo Moyes

Me Before You

By:

Jojo's new novel, Still Me, featuring Louisa Clark, Me Before You and After You is coming soon! They shared nothing until they fell in love.

The City of Mirrors by Justin Cronin

The City of Mirrors

By:

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * "A thrilling conclusion to a trilogy which will stand as one the greatest achievements in American fantasy fiction Stephen King. You followed The Passage.

The Last Star by Rick Yancey

The Last Star

By:

The enemy is Other. The enemy is us. They are down here, up there, and they are nowhere.

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

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

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

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)

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2

Platform: Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Genre: Fighting, role-playing

Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment

Battlefleet Gothic: Armada

Battlefleet Gothic: Armada

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Real-time strategy

Publisher: Focus Home Interactive

Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens

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

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment

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Who was the US President on June 01, 2016?

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

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

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

Who was the Pope on June 01, 2016?

On June 01, 2016 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about June 1st?

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

  • 2019 - Eight officers were killed when a suicide bomber drove a humvee and detonated it with explosives in front of a security building.
  • 2018 - Brazil's economy: pedro parente, brazil petrobras's head, resigns amid protests over diesel fuel prices.
  • 2017 - Marawi crisis: the philippine defense secretary delfin lorenzana announced the death of ten marawi soldiers as a result a "friendly fire” airstrike.

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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 June 2016?

June 2016 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with June being the 6th 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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