What happened on Sunday September 03, 2017?

Here's what happened on September 03, 2017:

• North Korea's Sixth Nuclear Test North Korea conducted its sixth and most powerful nuclear test, testing a hydrogen bomb reportedly capable of fitting on an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM). The test triggered a 6.3 magnitude earthquake at the Punggye-ri Nuclear Test Site in Kilju County. NORSAR, an independent seismic monitoring agency, estimated the blast yield at approximately 120 kilotons, which is three times greater than the explosive yields of the bombs dropped on Hiroshima during World War II.
• US Defense Secretary's Response to North Korea James Mattis, U.S. Secretary of Defense, issued a strong statement warning that any threat to the United States, its territories, Guam, or its allies would be met with an enormous, effective, and overwhelming military response.
• Hurricane Harvey's Devastating Impact Hurricane Harvey caused unprecedented damage, with estimated costs ranging between US$72 billion and over $125 billion, potentially making it the second-costliest hurricane in American history. For comparison, Hurricane Katrina's damage was estimated between $118-$160 billion.
• Frankfurt World War II Bomb Evacuation Large areas of Frankfurt, Germany were evacuated to defuse a 1.4-ton unexploded bomb from a World War II Royal Air Force raid. This was the largest European evacuation since World War II, with approximately 60,000 people relocated while expert bomb disposal specialists successfully neutralized the explosive.
• Closure of The Cambodia Daily The Cambodia Daily newspaper published its final edition after being ordered to pay USD$6.3 million in taxes following an investigation by Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen into private companies.
• La Tuna Fire in Los Angeles The La Tuna Fire burned approximately 5,800 acres, becoming the largest fire in Los Angeles' history. Mayor Eric Garcetti declared a state of emergency, and California Governor Jerry Brown subsequently issued a state of emergency for the brush fire.
• European X-ray Free-Electron Laser Inauguration The European X-ray Free-Electron Laser was inaugurated in Hamburg, Germany, marking a significant advancement in scientific research infrastructure.
• Adam Ondra's Climbing Achievement Adam Ondra climbed 'Silence' in Norway, completing the world's first-ever 9c (5.15d) climbing route, a remarkable feat in rock climbing.
• Stacy Lewis' Charitable Gesture Stacy Lewis won the Cambia Portland Classic and donated her winnings to Hurricane Harvey relief efforts, demonstrating athlete philanthropy.

Events in 2017

September 03, 2017: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Sep. 03, 2017

September 03, 2017: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on September 03, 2017:

• 1 USD = 0.8416 EUR
• 1 USD = 109.825 JPY
• 1 USD = 0.7714 GBP
• 1 USD = 1.2561 AUD
• 1 USD = 1.2382 CAD

September 03, 2017: What were the main match results that day?

La Liga Segunda Division - Football (Spain)

• Cordoba - Zaragoza : 1 - 2
• Oviedo - Reus Deportiu : 3 - 0
• Sevilla B - Leonesa : 1 - 2
• Valladolid - Tenerife : 2 - 0

League 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

• Portsmouth - Rotherham : 0 - 1

Serie B - Football (Italy)

• Ascoli - Pro Vercelli : 1 - 0
• Cesena - Venezia : 0 - 0
• Cremonese - Avellino : 3 - 1
• Empoli - Bari : 3 - 2
• Foggia - Virtus Entella : 1 - 1

September 03, 2017 was a Sunday and it was the 246th day of the year 2017 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 03, 2017 can also be written as 9/3/2017 in the US and as 3/9/2017 in UK and Europe.

September 03, 2017 in September 2017 calendar

Famous people died on September 03, 2017:

• John Ashbery

  Renowned American poet and literary figure who significantly influenced contemporary poetry, winning the Pulitzer Prize and multiple...

• Walter Becker

  American musician, songwriter, and record producer (b. 1950).

• Hans Nylund

Famous people who died in 2017

Famous people who died on September 3rd

September 03, 2017: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on September 03, 2017 was Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber, according to the music chart for the week August 28th and September 3rd.

1. Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber - Despacito
2. DJ Khaled Featuring Rihanna & Bryson Tiller - Wild Thoughts
3. Cardi B - Bodak Yellow (Money Moves)
4. French Montana Featuring Swae Lee - Unforgettable
5. Imagine Dragons - Believer

September 03, 2017: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on September 03, 2017 was Wild Thoughts by DJ Khaled Featuring Rihanna & Bryson Tiller, according to the music chart for the week August 28th and September 3rd.

1. DJ Khaled Featuring Rihanna & Bryson Tiller - Wild Thoughts
2. Cardi B - Bodak Yellow (Money Moves)
3. French Montana Featuring Swae Lee - Unforgettable
4. Bruno Mars - That's What I Like
5. DJ Khaled Featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance The Rapper & Lil Wayne - I'm The One

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 3rd is Virgo.

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September 03, 2017: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 03, 2017 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on September 03, 2017 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 03, 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 September 03, 2017 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 06:01 pm and setting at 04:33 am.

The previous full moon was on Aug 07, 2017 while the next full moon would come on Sep 06, 2017.

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Your place in the Universe on September 03, 2017

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Someone born on September 03, 2017 is:

7 years 8 months old,

or 92 months and 11 days old,

or 401 weeks and 3 days old,

or 2810 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on September 03, 2017?

There are 113 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday September 3rd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 03, 2017?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on September 03, 2017.

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