Monday August 04, 2003: on this day

August 04, 2003 was the 216th day of the year 2003, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Monday.

Is August 04, 2003 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 04, 2003, who was born and died on August 04, 2003, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 04, 2003, which were the most popular songs (ex. Crazy In Love by Beyonce), movies (e.g. The Bourne Identity, directed by Doug Liman), TV series (e.g. Wild Card) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 4th, 2003 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 04, 2003?


August 04, 2003 was a Monday and it was the 216th day of the year 2003 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 04, 2003 can also be written as 8/4/2003 in the US and as 4/8/2003 in UK and Europe.

August 04, 2003 in August 2003 calendar

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August 04, 2003: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 04, 2003:

  • Five japanese mustard gas bombs were accidentally dug out by construction workers in qihar, heilongjiang province and people's republic of china during the sino-japanese war (1937-1945). two bombs are destroyed, and 43 gas poisons are released. one of them died 19 days later. japan accepts responsibility a week later and sends compensation and doctors to china.
  • The episcopal church in america's clergy and laity voted in favor of an openly homosexual bishop. it is expected that the vote will be confirmed by the bishops' colllegium. however, this is delayed due last-minute independent allegations of misconduct or intense conservative opposition.
  • Sco v. ibm linux lawsuit: reuters reported that red hat plans to sue sco to prove that sco's claims against linux are untrue.

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August 04, 2003: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on August 04, 2003:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $35.50
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $20.53
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $26.15
  • General Electric GE: opens at $28.46
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $80.75

Exchange Rates on August 04, 2003:

  • 1 USD = 120.32 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.4033 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.3472 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 136.75 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.7053 GBP

August 04, 2003: What were the main match results that day?

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Karlsruhe - Nurnberg : 2 - 3
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August 04, 2003: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 4th 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 04, 2003: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 04, 2003 is Goat and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on August 4th, 2003 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 04, 2003: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 04, 2003 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 04, 2003 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 04, 2003 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 48% full, rising at 12:52 pm and setting at 11:47 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 13, 2003 while the next full moon would come on Aug 12, 2003.

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Who was born on August 04, 2003?


Famous people born on August 04, 2003:

  • Anastasija Bačyns'ka
  • William Osula
  • Marko Milovanović
  • Michał Pomorski

Whose famous birthday is on August 4th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 4th:

  • Barack Obama
    Barack Obama

    American president elected in 2008.

  • Meghan Markle
    Meghan Markle

    Meghan markle is a former american actress who became the duchess of sussex after marrying prince harry in 2018.

  • Dylan Sprouse
    Dylan Sprouse

    Dylan sprouse is an american actor known for his role as zack martin on the disney channel series the suite life of zack & cody.

  • Cole Sprouse
    Cole Sprouse

    Cole sprouse is an american actor known for his role as jughead jones on the tv show riverdale.

  • Billy Bob Thornton
    Billy Bob Thornton

    Billy bob thornton is an american actor, filmmaker, and musician known for his roles in films such as sling blade and monster's ball.

  • Dolores del Rio
    Dolores del Rio

    Dolores del rio was a mexican actress known for her beauty and talent, and for being one of the first latin american actresses to achieve...

  • Louis Armstrong
    Louis Armstrong

    American jazz trumpeter.

  • Daniel Dae Kim
    Daniel Dae Kim

    Daniel dae kim is an american actor known for his roles in tv series such as lost and hawaii five-0.

  • Marques Houston
    Marques Houston

    Marques houston is an american actor and r&b singer, best known for his role as roger evans in the television show sister, sister and for...

  • Kishore Kumar
    Kishore Kumar

    Indian singer-songwriter, producer, actor, and director (b. 1929).

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August 04, 2003: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 20 years 7 months old,

or 247 months and 25 days old,

or 1077 weeks and 4 days old,

or 7543 days old,

if you were born on August 04, 2003.

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 August 04, 2003?

There are 128 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday August 4th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 04, 2003?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 04, 2003.

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August 04, 2003: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 04, 2003:

  • Frederick Chapman Robbins

    American pediatrician and virologist, nobel prize laureate (b. 1916).

  • Vittorio Benelle
  • František Vlk
  • James Welch
  • Angelo Quintavalle
  • Dionigi Coppo
  • Pierre Claveau
  • Chung Mong Hun

What famous deaths happened on August 4th?

Famous deaths on August 4th:

  • Pearl White
    Pearl White

    Pearl white was an american silent film actress best known for her work in serial films, particularly in 'the perils of pauline'.

  • Victor Mature
    Victor Mature

    American actor.

  • Melvyn Douglas
    Melvyn Douglas

    Melvyn Douglas was a talented actor known for his roles in film and television.

  • Mary Miles Minter
    Mary Miles Minter

    Silent screen star dies of heart failure at the age of 82.

  • Hanz Christian Andersen

    Famous Danish author best known for his fairy tales like The Little Mermaid and The Ugly Duckling.

  • Zee Zeev Jabotinsky

    Prominent Zionist leader and founder of the Revisionist Zionist movement.

  • Elysian Kistler

    Renowned for contributions to the study of galaxies and dark matter.

  • Briena Svedberg

    Known for her work in physical chemistry and the development of the Svedberg equation.

  • Joycelin Shaw

    Acclaimed author of several bestselling novels.

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August 04, 2003: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 04, 2003:

  • Ancient Egypt - Jubilation of the Heart of Re
  • El Salvador - Transfiguration Bank Holiday
  • Cook Islands - Constitution Day (celebrations begin on the last Friday in July and last up to 2 weeks.)
  • Burkina Faso - Anniversary of the Revolution
  • St. Luanus/Lugid
  • Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 3 saints: St. Saint John Vianney, the patron saint of priests
  • St. Dominic
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August 04, 2003: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 04, 2003 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 4th and August 10th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 04, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 04, 2003 was Crazy In Love by Beyonce, according to the music chart for the week August 4th and August 10th.

August 04, 2003: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 04, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 4th and August 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Crazy In Love
  2. - Right Thurr
  3. - Rock Wit U (Awww Baby)
  4. - Magic Stick
  5. - Unwell

August 04, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 04, 2003 was Breathe by Blu Cantrell featuring Sean Paul, according to the music chart for the week August 4th and August 10th.

August 04, 2003: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 04, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 4th and August 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Breathe
  2. - Never Gonna Leave Your Side
  3. - Never Leave You (Uh Oooh, Uh Oooh)
  4. - Pretty Green Eyes
  5. - Crazy In Love

August 04, 2003: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 04, 2003 was Crazy In Love by Beyonce Featuring Jay Z, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 4th and August 10th.

August 04, 2003: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 04, 2003 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 4th and August 10th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Crazy In Love
  2. - Right Thurr
  3. - In Those Jeans
  4. - P.I.M.P.
  5. - So Gone

August 04, 2003: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 04, 2003 was Jaleo by Ricky Martin, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 4th and August 10th.

August 04, 2003: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 04, 2003 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 4th and August 10th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Jaleo
  2. - Fotografia
  3. - Tu Amor O Tu Desprecio
  4. - Un Siglo Sin Ti
  5. - Quitemonos La Ropa

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August 04, 2003: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 04, 2003 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Bourne Identity

The Bourne Identity

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Doug Liman

Starring: Franka Potente, Matt Damon, Chris Cooper, Clive Owen

Country: United States of America

Jacob's Ladder

Jacob's Ladder

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Adrian Lyne

Starring: Tim Robbins, Elizabeth Peña, Danny Aiello, Matt Craven

Country: United States of America

About Schmidt

About Schmidt

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Alexander Payne

Starring: Jack Nicholson, Hope Davis, Dermot Mulroney, Kathy Bates

Country: United States of America

Phone Booth

Phone Booth

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Joel Schumacher

Starring: Colin Farrell, Kiefer Sutherland, Forest Whitaker, Radha Mitchell

Country: United States of America

Roger Dodger

Roger Dodger

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Dylan Kidd

Starring: Campbell Scott, Jesse Eisenberg, Isabella Rossellini, Elizabeth Berkley

Country: United States of America

August 04, 2003: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 04, 2003 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Wild Card

Wild Card

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Simon West

Deal or No Deal

Deal or No Deal

Release year: 2003

Alienated

Alienated

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Brian Ackley

Saaya

Saaya

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Anurag Basu

Monster House

Monster House

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Gil Kenan

August 04, 2003: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 04, 2003 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Trading Up by Candace Bushnell

Trading Up

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Candace Bushnell is a comic genius with Jane Austen's penchant to social satire. She created Sex and the City and changed the way we see New York City.

White Death by Clive Cussler with Paul Kemprecos

White Death

By:

New York Times Bestseller Kurt Austin is a hero of the new millennium. He leads NUMA's special assignment team and faces the threat now

Kate Remembered by A. Scott Berg

Kate Remembered

By:

Katharine Hepburn was a popular actress and movie star for seven decades. She is a cultural icon, beloved by many, and loved by all.

The Lake House by James Patterson

The Lake House

By:

They have survived horrifying government experiments and a terrifying encounter with death. They are now free to explore the world and long for their parents, Kit and Frannie.

Seabiscuit: An American Legend by Laura Hillenbrand

Seabiscuit: An American Legend

By:

Laura Hillenbrand, author of the runaway phenomenon Unbroken, brilliantly re-creates a universal underdog story in this #1 New York Times bestseller.Seabiscuit was one of the most electrifying and popular attractions in sports history and the single biggest newsmaker in the …

August 04, 2003: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 04, 2003 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

The Elder Scrolls Travels: Stormhold

The Elder Scrolls Travels: Stormhold

Platform: J2ME, BREW

Genre: Role-playing

Publisher: Vir2L Studios

Construction-Destruction

Construction-Destruction

Platform: Windows

Genre: Construction game

Publisher: ValuSoft

Alter Echo

Alter Echo

Platform: PlayStation 2, Xbox

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: THQ

Age of Mythology: The Titans

Age of Mythology: The Titans

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Real-time strategy

Publisher: Microsoft Game Studios

Demonbane

Demonbane

Platform: Windows, PlayStation 2

Genre: Mecha, Action, Romance

Publisher: Nitroplus (PC, PS2) Kadokawa Shoten (PS2)

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Who was the US President on August 04, 2003?

On August 04, 2003 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 04, 2003?

On August 04, 2003 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on August 04, 2003?

On August 04, 2003 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about August 4th?

August 4th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 4th 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 4th, such as:

  • 2018 - Drone explosions in caracas: venezuela's president nicolas maduro survived an assassination attempt using drones while he was speaking at a military event held in caracas. eight people are hurt.
  • 2017 - Danish royal consorts: denmark’s prince henrik has announced that he will not be buried alongside queen margrethe ii at roskilde cathedral, where danish royals are buried since 1559. henrik, a french-born 83-year old, is unhappy with his inequal status as prince consort. according to a spokeswoman for the royal house, margrethe, 77, accepted henrik's decision. margrethe had a specially-designed sarcophagus that was made for them.
  • 2016 - Syrian civil war: at most 40 government airstrikes hit rebel-held areas in aleppo city, and nearby towns. at least two people were killed by the strikes, which included one on an atareb camp for displaced persons, south-west aleppo. (the national) jan egeland, a un special envoy to syria says there were 44 attacks against hospitals, clinics, and health posts in syria during july alone.

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What happened in 2003?

2003 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • The 108th United States Congress is sworn in, including incoming freshmen Senators Saxby Chambliss (Republican-Georgia), Lindsey Graham (Republican-South Carolina), John Sununu (Republican-New Hampshire), Lamar Alexander (Republican-Tennessee), Elizabeth Dole (Republican-North Carolina), Norm Coleman (Republican-Minnesota), and Mark Pryor (Democrat-Arkansas).
  • With a Republican Senate majority, the US Congress meets
  • All 21 passengers on board US Airways Express Flight 5481 are killed when it crashes at Charlotte/Douglas International Airport, Charlotte, North Carolina.

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What was the calendar for August 2003?

August 2003 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.

Discover how August 2003 calendar looked like.

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