What happened on Saturday August 05, 2006?

Here's what happened on August 05, 2006:

• 2006 Israel-Lebanon Conflict Escalates The 2006 Israel-Lebanon conflict was an intense military confrontation between Israel and Hezbollah, marked by significant military operations and international diplomatic efforts to halt the hostilities.
• Iran Bans Nobel Laureate's Human Rights Organization Iranian authorities banned the Defenders of Human Right Center, led by Nobel Peace Prize laureate Shirin Ebadi, despite the organization's legal standing under Iranian law.
• Warren Moon Inducted into Pro Football Hall of Fame Warren Moon became the first black quarterback to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio, marking a significant milestone in NFL history.
• Taiwan Loses Diplomatic Relations with Chad The Republic of China (Taiwan) severed diplomatic ties with Chad after the African nation signaled intent to establish relations with the People's Republic of China, reducing Taiwan's diplomatic recognition to 24 countries.
• Ilisu Dam Construction Begins Construction commenced on the Ilisu Dam in Southeastern Anatolia, a controversial infrastructure project that would potentially submerge the ancient city of Hasankeyf, raising significant cultural preservation concerns.
• Floyd Landis Tour de France Controversy Cyclist Floyd Landis, who had won the 2006 Tour de France, tested positive for excess testosterone, leading to significant controversy and potential disqualification.

Events in 2006

August 05, 2006: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Aug. 05, 2006

August 05, 2006: What were the main match results that day?

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

• Anderlecht - Germinal : 1 - 0
• Bergen - St Truiden : 2 - 0
• Beveren - Westerlo : 0 - 3
• Cercle Brugge - Lokeren : 0 - 0
• Gent - Mouscron : 1 - 3

Le Championnat - Football (France)

• Auxerre - Valenciennes : 1 - 1
• Bordeaux - Toulouse : 2 - 0
• Le Mans - Nice : 1 - 0
• Lens - Troyes : 1 - 0
• Nancy - Monaco : 1 - 0

Championship - Football (United Kingdom)

• Barnsley - Cardiff : 1 - 2
• Birmingham - Colchester : 2 - 1
• Burnley - QPR : 2 - 0
• Ipswich - Crystal Palace : 1 - 2
• Leeds - Norwich : 1 - 0

Division 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

• Airdrie Utd - Ross County : 0 - 2
• Dundee - Partick : 0 - 1
• Gretna - Hamilton : 6 - 0
• Livingston - Queen of Sth : 2 - 0
• St Johnstone - Clyde : 0 - 0

August 05, 2006 was a Saturday and it was the 217th day of the year 2006 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 05, 2006 can also be written as 8/5/2006 in the US and as 5/8/2006 in UK and Europe.

August 05, 2006 in August 2006 calendar

Famous people died on August 05, 2006:

• Susan Butcher

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• Iain Macmillan

Famous people who died in 2006

Famous people who died on August 5th

August 05, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 05, 2006 was Promiscuous by Nelly Furtado, according to the music chart for the week July 31st and August 6th.

1. Nelly Furtado - Promiscuous
2. Gnarls Barkley - Crazy
3. Cassie - Me & U
4. The Pussycat Dolls - Buttons
5. Yung Joc - It's Goin' Down

August 05, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 05, 2006 was Hips Don't Lie by Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean, according to the music chart for the week July 31st and August 6th.

1. Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean - Hips Don't Lie
2. Christina Aguilera - Ain't No Other Man
3. Rihanna - Unfaithful
4. Cascada - Everytime We Touch
5. James Morrison - You Give Me Something

August 05, 2006: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 05, 2006 was Me & U by Cassie, according to the music chart for the week July 31st and August 6th.

1. Cassie - Me & U
2. Ne-Yo - Sexy Love
3. Young Dro Featuring T.I. - Shoulder Lean
4. Field Mob Featuring Ciara - So What
5. Beyonce Featuring Jay Z - Deja Vu

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 5th is Leo.

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August 05, 2006: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 05, 2006 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 05, 2006 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 05, 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 August 05, 2006 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 86% full, rising at 05:30 pm and setting at 02:06 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 11, 2006 while the next full moon would come on Aug 09, 2006.

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Your place in the Universe on August 05, 2006

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Someone born on August 05, 2006 is:

18 years 9 months old,

or 225 months and 9 days old,

or 979 weeks and 4 days old,

or 6857 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 05, 2006?

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 05, 2006?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 05, 2006.

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