Friday August 02, 2013: on this day

August 02, 2013 was the 214th day of the year 2013, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Friday.

Is August 02, 2013 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 02, 2013, who was born and died on August 02, 2013, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 02, 2013, which were the most popular songs (ex. Blurred Lines by Robin Thicke), movies (e.g. Winter's Tale, directed by Akiva Goldsman), TV series (e.g. About Time) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 2nd, 2013 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 02, 2013?


August 02, 2013 was a Friday and it was the 214th day of the year 2013 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 02, 2013 can also be written as 8/2/2013 in the US and as 2/8/2013 in UK and Europe.

August 02, 2013 in August 2013 calendar

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August 02, 2013: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 02, 2013:

  • Syrian civil war: a bomb explodes at a ammunition depot in homs (syria), killing at least 40 and injuring many others.
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  • The united states food and drug administration has named taylor farms as the source for cyclospora parasite-tainted lettuces that infected 223 diners in nebraska and iowa.
  • United states department of state has issued a worldwide travel alert to u.s citizens. some embassies in north africa and southwest asia will also be closed due to an al-qaeda threat.
  • The uk foreign office has warned its embassy staff living in southwest asia that eid al-fitr is approaching. the british embassies in south asia remained open.
  • According to the zimbabwe electoral commission, robert mugabe's zanupf party won 142 of the 210 seats at the general election.
  • Vice president joe biden swears samantha power in as the united states ambassador at the united nations.
  • A run-off election will take place on august 11, in the malian presidential elections between ibrahim boubacar keita (the incumbent) and soumaila ceisse (the deputy incumbent).
  • In madagascar, a new primate has been discovered, the lavasoa dwarflemur.

August 02, 2013: What were the magazines covers that day?

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August 02, 2013: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on August 02, 2013:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $92.46
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $458.01
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $31.69
  • General Electric GE: opens at $24.52
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $195.50

Exchange Rates on August 02, 2013:

  • 1 USD = 98.9 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0385 CAD
  • 1 USD = 0.9285 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.1295 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 131.37 JPY

August 02, 2013: What were the main match results that day?

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Cercle Brugge - Anderlecht : 0 - 4

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Arles - Le Havre : 2 - 0
  • Caen - Dijon : 3 - 1
  • Chateauroux - Brest : 3 - 3
  • Clermont - Tours : 2 - 1
  • Istres - Angers : 2 - 4

League 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Sheffield United - Notts County : 2 - 1

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • Partick - Dundee United : 0 - 0
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August 02, 2013: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 2nd 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 02, 2013: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 02, 2013 is Snake and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on August 2nd, 2013 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 02, 2013: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 02, 2013 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 02, 2013 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 02, 2013 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 8% full, rising at 02:12 am and setting at 05:50 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 22, 2013 while the next full moon would come on Aug 21, 2013.

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Who was born on August 02, 2013?


Whose famous birthday is on August 2nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 2nd:

  • Carroll O'Connor
    Carroll O'Connor

    Carroll o'connor was an american actor best known for his role as archie bunker in the tv series 'all in the family'.

  • Dom DeLuise
    Dom DeLuise

    Dom deluise was an american actor and comedian known for his roles in comedy films and television shows, often collaborating with mel brooks...

  • Isabel Allende
    Isabel Allende

    Isabel allende is a chilean author known for her bestselling novels, such as 'the house of the spirits' and 'eva luna', which often...

  • Muriel Robin
    Muriel Robin

    She is a french comedian, singer, and actress.

  • Kevin Smith
    Kevin Smith

    Kevin smith is a director known for his work on cult classic films such as clerks and dogma.

  • Sam Worthington
    Sam Worthington

    Sam worthington is an australian actor known for his roles in blockbuster films such as avatar and terminator salvation.

  • Wes Craven
    Wes Craven

    American screen writer, filmmaker and author.

  • James Baldwin
    James Baldwin

    American writer (born in 1924).

  • Joanna Cassidy
    Joanna Cassidy

    American actress and film star best known for her role as falcon crest.

  • Myrna Loy
    Myrna Loy

    American actress whose political views brought her to prominence at unesco.

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August 02, 2013: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 10 years 7 months old,

or 127 months and 17 days old,

or 554 weeks and 4 days old,

or 3882 days old,

if you were born on August 02, 2013.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 02, 2013?

There are 136 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday August 2nd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 02, 2013?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on August 02, 2013.

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August 02, 2013: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 02, 2013:

  • Shelton Lancaster

    Shelton Lancaster was a renowned physicist known for his contributions to quantum mechanics.

  • Hillel Yaffe

    Israeli physicist known for his contributions to the field of condensed matter physics.

  • Julius L. Chambers

    American lawyer, educator, and activist (d. 2013).

  • Richard E. Dauch

    American businessman, co-founded american axle (d. 2013).

  • Kurt Ehrmann
  • Alla Kušnir
  • Patricia Anthony
  • George Hauptfuhrer

What famous deaths happened on August 2nd?

Famous deaths on August 2nd:

  • Jean-Pierre Melville
    Jean-Pierre Melville

    French filmmaker.

  • David Huddleston
    David Huddleston

    American actor (b. 1930).

  • Cathleen Nesbitt
    Cathleen Nesbitt

    English actress (separate tables) dies at 93.

  • Josehua Bell

    Inventor of the telephone and credited with the first successful experiment in talking through a wire.

  • Lexander Graham Bell

    Inventor and entrepreneur who revolutionized communication with the invention of the telephone.

  • Sruly Halberstam

    Hasidic rabbi and Holocaust survivor who became a prominent figure in the Jewish community.

  • Vin Scully

    Vin scully is a retired american sportscaster best known for his 67 seasons as the play-by-play announcer for the los angeles dodgers.

  • Larysa Kosach

    Ukrainian writer known for her poetry and prose.

  • Harace Mann

    American educator and politician known for advocating public education reform.

  • Raymond Carver

    Raymond Carver was an American short story writer and poet, who is considered one of the most influential writers of the late 20th century.

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August 02, 2013: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 02, 2013:

  • St. Etheldritha/Alfrida
  • St. Alphonsus Mary de Ligouri
  • St. Stephen
  • Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 4 saints: St. Peter Julian Eymard
  • Feast day of Ilya the Prophet in Russian Orthodox Church
  • Bulgaria/Republic of Macedonia - Ilinden (St. Ilya Day), a day of remembrance of the Ilinden Uprising
  • Costa Rica - Our Lady of the Angels
  • Day of airborne forces in Russia
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August 02, 2013: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 02, 2013 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 29th and August 4th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 02, 2013: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 02, 2013 was Blurred Lines by Robin Thicke, according to the music chart for the week July 29th and August 4th.

August 02, 2013: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 02, 2013 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 29th and August 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Blurred Lines
  2. - We Can't Stop
  3. - Radioactive
  4. - Get Lucky
  5. - Treasure

August 02, 2013: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 02, 2013 was Blurred Lines by Robin Thicke Featuring T.I. + Pharrell, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 29th and August 4th.

August 02, 2013: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 02, 2013 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 29th and August 4th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Blurred Lines
  2. - Can't Hold Us
  3. - Holy Grail
  4. - Same Love
  5. - U.O.E.N.O.

August 02, 2013: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 02, 2013 was Vivir Mi Vida by Marc Anthony, according to the Latin music chart for the week July 29th and August 4th.

August 02, 2013: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 02, 2013 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week July 29th and August 4th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Vivir Mi Vida
  2. - Darte Un Beso
  3. - El Ruido de Tus Zapatos
  4. - Limbo
  5. - Y Te Vas

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August 02, 2013: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 02, 2013 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Winter's Tale

Winter's Tale

Release year: 2013

Directed by: Akiva Goldsman

Starring: Colin Farrell, Jessica Brown Findlay, Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly

Country: United States of America

Bullet to the Head

Bullet to the Head

Release year: 2013

Directed by: Walter Hill

Starring: Sylvester Stallone, Jason Momoa, Christian Slater, Sung Kang

Country: United States of America

42

42

Release year: 2013

Directed by: Brian Helgeland

Starring: Chadwick Boseman, Harrison Ford, Christopher Meloni

Country: United States of America

Ain't Them Bodies Saints

Ain't Them Bodies Saints

Release year: 2013

Directed by: David Lowery

Starring: Casey Affleck, Rooney Mara, Ben Foster, Keith Carradine, Nate Parker, Rami Malek

Country: United States of America

We Are What We Are

We Are What We Are

Release year: 2013

Directed by: Jim Mickle

Starring: Julia   Garner, Odeya Rush, Kelly McGillis, Michael Parks

Country: United States of America

August 02, 2013: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 02, 2013 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

About Time

About Time

Release year: 2013

Directed by: Richard Curtis

Falco

Falco

Release year: 2013

Directed by: Thomas Roth

The House That Jack Built

The House That Jack Built

Release year: 2013

Directed by: Henry Barrial

Jodha Akbar

Jodha Akbar

Release year: 2013

Twisted

Twisted

Release year: 2013

Directed by: Phillip Kaufman

August 02, 2013: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 02, 2013 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

First Sight by Danielle Steel

First Sight

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERParis and L.A. provide rich backdrops to Danielle Steel's deeply involving tale of a talented designer whose drive and talent have brought her everything, except the ability to erase her past relationships and trust her friends.

The Light In The Ruins by Chris Bohjalian

The Light In The Ruins

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1943: The Rosatis, an Italian noble family, are hidden in the Tuscany hills. They believe that their villa's walls will protect them from the ravaging forces of nature.

Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand

Unbroken

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * NOW a MAJOR MOTION PHOTO * Check out special features inside. For author chats, join the Random House Reader's Circle.

Second Honeymoon by James Patterson, Howard Roughan

Second Honeymoon

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The honeymoon is over for these couples. The newlywed couple enters the sauna in their luxurious honeymoon suite and never leaves.

Hunting Eve by Iris Johansen

Hunting Eve

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EVE DUNCAN IS BACK. THE HUNT IS ON. The latest installment in Iris Johansen’s pulse-pounding series, Kirkus Reviews describes as "filled with intriguing twists, characters and an overarching mysterious that will keep you guessing."

August 02, 2013: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 02, 2013 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

The Last of Us

The Last of Us

Platform: PlayStation 3

Genre: Action-adventure, survival horror

Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment

Fault Milestone One

Fault Milestone One

Platform: Microsoft Windows, OS X, Linux, PlayStation Vita

Genre: Visual novel

Publisher: JP Alice in Dissonance; WW Sekai Project

Don't Starve

Don't Starve

Platform: Microsoft Windows OS X Linux PlayStation 3 PlayStation 4 Xbox One Wii U PlayStation Vita iOS

Genre: Action-adventure, survival

Publisher: Klei Entertainment

DJMAX Technika Q

DJMAX Technika Q

Platform: iOS, Android

Genre: Music video game

Publisher: Neowiz Internet

Eldritch

Eldritch

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Linux, OS X

Genre: First person shooter, roguelike

Publisher: Minor Key Games

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Who was the US President on August 02, 2013?

On August 02, 2013 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 02, 2013?

On August 02, 2013 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 02, 2013?

On August 02, 2013 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about August 2nd?

August 2nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 2nd 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 2nd, such as:

  • 2018 - Saudi arabian-led intervention, battle of al hudaydah in yemen: at least 20 people were killed in an airstrike by the saudi-led coalition in al hudaydah (yemen). saudi arabia's spokesperson denied that its jets were present in the area, but blamed rebels.
  • 2017 - Two american soldiers are killed by a suicide bomber in afghanistan's war on terror. the taliban claim responsibility.
  • 2016 - Syrian civil war: a volunteer search and rescue team from the syria civil defence says that 33 people were injured by toxic gas dropped from an unmanned helicopter onto saraqeb, rebel-held idlib governorate.

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What happened in 2013?

2013 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Syrian civil war: There are violent clashes near Aleppo International Airport, in the Battle of Aleppo in Syria. Unconfirmed reports suggest that it has been temporarily shut down.
  • Gunmen ambush a van carrying workers from a Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provincial, Pakistan, to kill five female teachers as well as two others in North-West Pakistan War:
  • Five female teachers were killed and two others were injured in an attack on a van that was carrying workers to their jobs at a Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provincial, Pakistan.

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What was the calendar for August 2013?

August 2013 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.

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