Saturday July 02, 2016: on this day

July 02, 2016 was the 184th day of the year 2016, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is July 02, 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 July 02, 2016, who was born and died on July 02, 2016, what holidays and observances are celebrated on July 02, 2016, which were the most popular songs (ex. One Dance by Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla), movies (e.g. Jason Bourne, directed by Paul Greengrass), TV series (e.g. Wolf Creek) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about July 2nd, 2016 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was July 02, 2016?


July 02, 2016 was a Saturday and it was the 184th day of the year 2016 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 02, 2016 can also be written as 7/2/2016 in the US and as 2/7/2016 in UK and Europe.

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July 02, 2016: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 02, 2016:

  • After a standoff with rapid action battalion, 13 hostages were freed from the gulshan attack in 2016. (reuters) twenty-five hostages were killed and two police officers were injured. six gunmen have been captured and six are now dead.
  • Following a standoff between the rapid action battalion and 13 hostages, they were all rescued.
  • Twenty hostages were killed and two officers were wounded. six gunmen have been killed and one has been captured.
  • Afghanistan war: two people have been killed and many more injured in a suicide bombing at jalalabad in nangarhar province.
  • A suicide bombing at jalalabad in nangarhar province has resulted in the deaths of at least two people and many more injuries.
  • Iraqi civil war, military intervention against isil: according the pentagon, two senior isil leaders were killed in an airstrike by the united states-led coalition in mosul.
  • Syrian civil war: at least 30 people killed in airstrikes by the syrian government in damascus. rebels claim that the airstrikes were carried out in retaliation for yesterday's killing of a pilot from the syrian air force by al-nusra front. according to reports, the airstrikes targeted a medical center and a school.
  • At least 30 people were killed in a series of government airstrikes on damascus. rebels claim that the airstrikes were carried out in retaliation for yesterday's killing of a pilot from the syrian air force by al-nusra front. according to reports, the airstrikes targeted a school and a medical centre.
  • Turkish police have arrested 41 suspects in connection to the terrorist attack at istanbul ataturk airport on 16 october 2016.
  • In connection to the terrorist attack on istanbul ataturk airport, 41 turkish police officers were arrested.
  • Five people were killed and 20 others injured when a gunman opened fire in a cafe in zitiste (serbia). shortly afterward, the perpetrator fled from the scene and was quickly arrested.
  • Their mother beats four children to death in memphis, tennessee. the mother was taken into custody
  • Australian federal election 2016, 2016: australians vote for a government to govern them for the next three-years. in may, prime minister malcolm turnbull (leader of the conservative liberal party-led coalition) dismantled both houses of parliament to make way for a senate that was more supportive of his agenda. final results showed that the coalition had a slim 1 seat majority in parliament with 76 seats, while the australian labor party had 69 seats.
  • Australians will vote for a government to govern them over the next three-years. in may, prime minister malcolm turnbull of the conservative liberal party-led coalition dismantled both houses of parliament to make way for a senate that was more supportive of his agenda. final results showed that the coalition had a slim 1 seat majority in parliament with 76 seats, while the australian labor party had 69 seats.
  • Aftermath of the united kingdom european union membership referendum, 2016,: thousands of pro-eu protestors demonstrate in london against the united kingdom's withdrawal from the european union. they ask that article 50 be not invoked.
  • Pro-eu protests are held in london by thousands against the united kingdom's withdrawal from the european union. they also demand that article 50 is not invoked.

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July 02, 2016: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on July 02, 2016:

  • 1 USD = 0.7531 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.3316 AUD
  • 1 USD = 18.3535 MXN
  • 1 EUR = 1.4835 AUD
  • 1 EUR = 1.4368 CAD
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July 02, 2016: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 2nd is Cancer.

Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.

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 02, 2016: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 02, 2016 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on July 2nd, 2016 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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July 02, 2016: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 02, 2016 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 02, 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 July 02, 2016 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 03:57 am and setting at 07:38 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jun 20, 2016 while the next full moon would come on Jul 19, 2016.

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Who was born on July 02, 2016?


Whose famous birthday is on July 2nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 2nd:

  • Lindsay Lohan
    Lindsay Lohan

    American actress, singer-songwriter, model, director, and producer.

  • Alex Morgan
    Alex Morgan

    Alex morgan is a professional soccer player known for her success with the united states women's national soccer team and her club teams, as...

  • Ashley Tisdale
    Ashley Tisdale

    Ashley tisdale is an american singer and actress known for her roles in the high school musical series and her music career.

  • Margot Robbie
    Margot Robbie

    Margot robbie is an australian actress known for her roles in movies such as 'the wolf of wall street' and 'suicide squad'.

  • Charles Laughton
    Charles Laughton

    Charles laughton was a renowned british actor known for his powerful performances in classic films such as the hunchback of notre dame and...

  • Line Renaud
    Line Renaud

    French star with legendary successes in every aspect of show business.

  • Larry David
    Larry David

    Brooklyn, new york -- comedian (fridays) / writer (seinfeld).

  • Michelle Branch
    Michelle Branch

    American singer (the wreckers).

  • Kathryn Erbe
    Kathryn Erbe

    American actress, best known for her role in det.

  • Ron Silver
    Ron Silver

    American actor, director, and political activist (d. 2009).

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July 02, 2016: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 7 years 9 months old,

or 93 months and 17 days old,

or 406 weeks and 6 days old,

or 2848 days old,

if you were born on July 02, 2016.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 02, 2016?

There are 74 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday July 2nd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 02, 2016?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on July 02, 2016.

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July 02, 2016: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on July 02, 2016:

  • Elky Wiesel

    Elky Wiesel was a renowned biologist who made significant contributions to the field of cell biology.

  • Elijan Wiesel

    Holocaust survivor and author of the memoir 'Night'.

  • Elizer Wiesel

    Holocaust survivor and Nobel laureate known for his book 'Night'.

  • Orel Stein

    Renowned chemist who made significant contributions to the field of organic chemistry.

  • Rudolf E. Kálmán

    Known for his contributions to computer science, particularly in the field of artificial intelligence.

  • Michael Cimino

    American director, producer, and screenwriter (d. 2016).

  • Caroline Aherne

    English actress, producer, and screenwriter (d. 2016).

  • Patrick Manning

    Trinidadian-tobagonian politician 4th prime minister of trinidad and tobago.

  • Massimo Bonavita
  • Michel Rocard
  • Giovanni Russo

What famous deaths happened on July 2nd?

Famous deaths on July 2nd:

  • James Stewart
    James Stewart

    James stewart was an iconic american actor known for his roles in classic films such as it's a wonderful life and mr.

  • Betty Grable
    Betty Grable

    American actress, singer, and dancer.

  • Lee Remick
    Lee Remick

    Actress (days of wine & roses), is diagnosed with cancer at the age of 55.

  • Beverly Sills
    Beverly Sills

    American singer.

  • Fred Gwynne
    Fred Gwynne

    American comedian and actor (born 1926).

  • Elizabeth Spriggs
    Elizabeth Spriggs

    English actress and screenwriter (b. 1929).

  • Jan Murray
    Jan Murray

    Bronx, new york -- comedian - (treasure hunt: who killed teddy bear?.

  • Frances Howard
    Frances Howard

    Actress (swan and shock punch), died at 73.

  • Mayjor Hemingway

    Iconic writer known for his impactful prose and storytelling.

  • Joseff Hemingway

    Iconic American novelist and short story writer.

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July 02, 2016: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on July 02, 2016:

  • Feast Day of St. John Regis
  • Originally, in the Roman Catholic Church, the Feast of the Visitation was celebrated on this day, although it has since been transferred to May 31
  • Palio di Provenzano in Siena, Italy
  • Canada Day. Under the Holidays Act, Canada Day is always observed on July 1 unless that date falls on a Sunday, in which case it is observed on July 2.
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July 02, 2016: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on July 02, 2016 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 27th and July 3rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


July 02, 2016: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 02, 2016 was One Dance by Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla, according to the music chart for the week June 27th and July 3rd.

July 02, 2016: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on July 02, 2016 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 27th and July 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - One Dance
  2. - Can't Stop The Feeling!
  3. - Panda
  4. - Don't Let Me Down
  5. - Work From Home

July 02, 2016: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 02, 2016 was One Dance by Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 27th and July 3rd.

July 02, 2016: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on July 02, 2016 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 27th and July 3rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - One Dance
  2. - Panda
  3. - Needed Me
  4. - Don't Mind
  5. - Work

July 02, 2016: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on July 02, 2016 was Bobo by J Balvin, according to the Latin music chart for the week June 27th and July 3rd.

July 02, 2016: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on July 02, 2016 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week June 27th and July 3rd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

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

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July 02, 2016: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on July 02, 2016 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Jason Bourne

Jason Bourne

Release year: 2016

Written by:

Directed by: Paul Greengrass

Starring: Matt Damon, Tommy Lee Jones, Alicia Vikander, Vincent Cassel

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

Ghostbusters

Ghostbusters

Release year: 2016

Written by:

Directed by: Paul Feig

Starring: Melissa McCarthy, Kristen Wiig, Kate McKinnon, Leslie Jones

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

July 02, 2016: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on July 02, 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

Zak Storm

Zak Storm

Release year: 2016

Country: United States of America

July 02, 2016: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on July 02, 2016 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Foreign Agent by Brad Thor

Foreign Agent

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"The best thriller of all time...an entertaining and exciting read." --The Washington Times. --Bill O'Reilly. Brad Thor, #1 New York Times bestseller--a brilliant thriller that is "current as tomorrow's headlines."

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 Girls by Emma Cline

The Girls

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THE INSTANT BESTSELLER * A vivid portrait of girls and the women they become. NAMED ONE THE BEST BOOKS FOR THE YEAR BY The Washington Post * NPR* The Guardian * Entertainment Weekly* San Francisco Chronicle * Financial Times* Esquire …

Alexander Hamilton by Ron Chernow

Alexander Hamilton

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This is a New York Times Bestseller and was the inspiration for Hamilton! Ron Chernow, Pulitzer Prize-winning author, presents a landmark biography about Alexander Hamilton, the Founding Father, who inspired, scandalized and shaped the new nation.

Bill O'Reilly's Legends and Lies: The Patriots by David Fisher

Bill O'Reilly's Legends and Lies: The Patriots

By:

Companion to Docudrama, which examines the Revolutionary War through their lives as leaders

July 02, 2016: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on July 02, 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

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

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

history

Who was the US President on July 02, 2016?

On July 02, 2016 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 02, 2016?

On July 02, 2016 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on July 02, 2016?

On July 02, 2016 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about July 2nd?

July 2nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 2nd day of the month of July. 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 July 2nd, such as:

  • 2019 - Two car bombs and gunmen were used by islamist militants to attack the niger armed forces base in inates, close to the border with mali. they killed 18 soldiers. they also kidnapped four nigerien soldiers, and stole dozens more vehicles.
  • 2018 - Crossing the ditch. scott donaldson, a new zealander, becomes the first solo kayaker who successfully crosses the tasman sea. after 62 days at sea, donaldson landed at ngamotu beach in new plymouth at 8.44 pm local time (08.44 utc).
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war: three suicide bombers attack damascus killing at least 21 and injuring 12 more.

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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 July 2016?

July 2016 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with July being the 7th 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 July 2016 calendar looked like.

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