Thursday March 02, 2006: on this day
March 02, 2006 was the 61st day of the year 2006, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is March 02, 2006 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on March 02, 2006, who was born and died on March 02, 2006, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 02, 2006, which were the most popular songs (ex. Check On It by Beyonce), movies (e.g. Shooter, directed by Antoine Fuqua), TV series (e.g. Conviction) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 2nd, 2006 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was March 02, 2006?
- March 02, 2006: What happened on that day?
- March 02, 2006: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- March 02, 2006: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on March 02, 2006?
- March 02, 2006: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- March 02, 2006: What famous people died on that day?
- March 02, 2006: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- March 02, 2006: Number 1 song on that day
- March 02, 2006: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- March 02, 2006: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- March 02, 2006: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- March 02, 2006: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on March 02, 2006?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 02, 2006?
- Who was the Pope on March 02, 2006?
What day of the week was March 02, 2006?
March 02, 2006 was a Thursday and it was the 61st day of the year 2006 in the Gregorian calendar.
March 02, 2006 can also be written as 3/2/2006 in the US and as 2/3/2006 in UK and Europe.
March 02, 2006: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on March 02, 2006:
- After two extensions, the usa patriot act was renewed by the united states senate with a vote of 89-10. analysts predict that the act will be renewed by the united states house of representatives in its next week's vote.
- On his first visit to india president george w. bush issues a joint statement together with the indian prime minister about their growing strategic partnership. he also highlighted their agreement on civil nuclear cooperation. in delhi, an estimated 100,000 protested against bush.
- In riddarfjarden bay, stockholm, sweden, was discovered a shipwreck dating back to the 14th century. the ship could be removed from the water if it is in good condition.
- Alaksandar kazulin (social democratic party candidate) was taken into custody by minsk police following his refusal to enter a congress hosted at the current leader alexander lukashenko. kazulin was also injured during his detention. however, the laws against kazulin are still in force.
- In shahrud, iran, are remains of an 8,000-year-old prehistoric civilization. these discoveries include ovens and craft workshops as well as other evidence of settlements.
- Pat robertson, televangelist, loses bid to re-elect himself on the board of directors at the national religious broadcasters.
- Dubai ports world controversy: america urges united arab emirates not to continue its boycott of israel. "the bush administration said yesterday that it is pressing the united arab emirates not to lift its economic boycott of israel. this was a significant sticking point in relation to the uae-owned company's proposed takeover of key u.s. ports.
- The european central bank increases euro base interest rates by 0.25 to 2.5% this affects all 12 eurozone members.
- Kenya: masked gunmen claiming to be kenyan police attacked the offices of the standard newspaper and ktn television station in nairobi, kenya, after they reported that president mwai kimani had secret meetings with kalonzo musyoka, a key opposition figure, on june 28.
- Cia flights: french newspaper le figaro reports that the attorney general of bobigny opened an investigation into the landing of a cia aircraft at le bourget airport. this is in response to a complaint filed by the french ligue des droits de l'homme and the international federation of human rights leagues.
- Two days before president george w. bush's scheduled visit to pakistan, a car bomb went off in the marriott hotel karachi parking lots adjacent to the united states consulate in karachi. it killed at least four people, including a diplomat from the united states and his driver, and injured at least fifty more.
- After four days, a prison riot that involved close to 1,300 prisoners in afghanistan's pul-e-charkhi prison was ended.
- Milan: italian judges will charge prime minister silvio berlusconi (husband to tessa jowell), and david mills (wife of a british minister) with corruption.
- Mohammad khatami (former iranian president), is a member of the moderate wing. this contradicts mahmoud ahmadinejad who, an extremist, has called it a "myth" in the past year.
March 02, 2006: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on March 02, 2006:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $60.04
- Apple AAPL: opens at $69.02
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $26.99
- General Electric GE: opens at $32.70
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $79.90
Exchange Rates on March 02, 2006:
- 1 USD = 115.86 JPY
- 1 USD = 1.1311 CAD
- 1 USD = 1.298 CHF
- 1 USD = 8.0341 CNY
- 1 EUR = 139.43 JPY
March 02, 2006: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 2nd is Pisces.
Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.
Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.
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March 02, 2006: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 02, 2006 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.
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March 02, 2006: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on March 02, 2006 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 02, 2006 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 March 02, 2006 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 22% full, rising at 07:49 am and setting at 10:39 pm.
The previous full moon was on Feb 13, 2006 while the next full moon would come on Mar 14, 2006.
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Your place in the Universe on March 02, 2006
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Get your map!Who was born on March 02, 2006?
Whose famous birthday is on March 2nd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 2nd:
- Mikhail Gorbachev
Russian politician who succeeded konstantin chernenko to the post of general secretary of communist party.
- Daniel Craig
Daniel craig is an english actor best known for portraying james bond in the 007 film series.
- Becky G
Becky g is a rapper and singer known for her hit songs like 'shower' and 'mayores'.
- Method Man
Method man is a rapper known for being a member of the hip-hop group wu-tang clan and for his solo career, as well as for his acting roles...
- Jon Bon Jovi
American singer and the star of bon jovi.
- Lou Reed
American rock musician, songwriter, photographer.
- Desi Arnaz
Cuban-american actor and musician.
- Rebel Wilson
Rebel wilson is an australian actress and comedian known for her roles in movies such as pitch perfect and bridesmaids.
- Bryce Dallas Howard
Bryce dallas howard is an american actress known for her roles in films such as the help and jurassic world.
- Jennifer Jones
American actress who won the oscar in 1943 for best actress for her role as bernadette's first major role.
March 02, 2006: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 18 years 1 month old,
or 217 months and 25 days old,
or 947 weeks and 2 days old,
or 6631 days old,
if you were born on March 02, 2006.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old,
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 02, 2006?
There are 309 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday March 2nd 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 02, 2006?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on March 02, 2006.
March 02, 2006: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on March 02, 2006:
- Milton Katims
American conductor and violist (born 1909).
- Philippe Muray
- Jack Wild
- Leopold Gratz
What famous deaths happened on March 2nd?
Famous deaths on March 2nd:
- Serge Gainsbourg
French singer and international sex icon, who was best known for his hit song "je t'aime" which he performed with jane birkin.
- Mercedes McCambridge
American actress known for her powerful performances in film and radio.
- Martin Denny
American composer and pianist (d. 2005).
- Lyle Talbot
American actor who appeared in over 150 films and television shows.
- Randolph Scott
American actor, fort worth, gungho, jesse james, dies at the age of 89.
- Anita Morris
American actress, singer, and dancer (b. 1943).
- Christine de Pizan
Medieval author and poet known for her feminist writings.
- Reginna Cassola
Renowned Italian painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.
- Joshiah Mwangi Kariuki
Kenyan politician and businessman who advocated for social justice.
- Emily Carr
Canadian writer and artist, carr is heavily inspired by the pacific northwest coast's indigenous peoples.
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March 02, 2006: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on March 02, 2006:
- Blessed Charles the Good, Count of Flanders (+Bruges 1127)
- Church of England - Saint Chad's Day.
- Texas Independence Day (1836).
- Bahá'f Faith - Beginning of the Fast (sunrise to sunset fast for 19 days).
- Bahá'f Faith - Feast of 'Alá (Loftiness) - First day of the 19th month of the Bahá'f Calendar.
Saints celebrated on March 02, 2006:
- saint Jovinus
- Saint Abdalon
March 02, 2006: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on March 02, 2006 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 27th and March 5th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
March 02, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on March 02, 2006 was Check On It by Beyonce, according to the music chart for the week February 27th and March 5th.
March 02, 2006: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on March 02, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 27th and March 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
March 02, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on March 02, 2006 was It's Chico Time by Chico, according to the music chart for the week February 27th and March 5th.
March 02, 2006: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on March 02, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 27th and March 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Chico - It's Chico Time
- Orson - No Tomorrow
- Corinne Bailey Rae - Put Your Records On
- Madonna - Sorry
- The Pussycat Dolls featuring Will I Am - Beep
March 02, 2006: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on March 02, 2006 was Be Without You by Mary J. Blige, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 27th and March 5th.
March 02, 2006: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on March 02, 2006 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 27th and March 5th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
March 02, 2006: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on March 02, 2006 was Rompe by Daddy Yankee, according to the Latin music chart for the week February 27th and March 5th.
March 02, 2006: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on March 02, 2006 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week February 27th and March 5th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Daddy Yankee - Rompe
- Aventura Featuring Don Omar - Ella Y Yo
- Wisin & Yandel - Llame Pa' Verte
- Intocable - Contra Viento Y Marea
- Wisin & Yandel - Rakata
March 02, 2006: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on March 02, 2006 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
March 02, 2006: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on March 02, 2006 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
March 02, 2006: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on March 02, 2006 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
March 02, 2006: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on March 02, 2006 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Who was the US President on March 02, 2006?
On March 02, 2006 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 02, 2006?
On March 02, 2006 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on March 02, 2006?
On March 02, 2006 the Pope was Benedict XVI.
What is special about March 2nd?
March 2nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 2nd day of the month of March. 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 March 2nd, such as:
- 2019 - India-pakistan standoff 2019: indian and pakistani forces attack each other's villages and posts in kashmir, killing at most six civilians and two pakistani soldiers.
- 2018 - 2018 ouagadougou attacks: terrorist attack on french embassy and military headquarters in ouagadougou (burkina faso) leaves 28 dead and more than 50 injured.
- 2017 - Palmyra offensive 2017: the syrian army and its allies recapture palmyra from islamic state of iraq & the levant.
What happened in 2006?
2006 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Sydney, Australia experiences the hottest New Year's Day ever recorded. The temperature reached 45 degrees Celsius (113 degrees Fahrenheit), sparking bushfires, and power outages.
- A coal mine explosion in Sago, West Virginia kills 12 miners and leaves one in critical condition.
- In the Sago Mine Disaster, near Buckhannon West Virginia, USA, twelve dead coal miners were found along with one survivor.
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What was the calendar for March 2006?
March 2006 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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.