What happened on Saturday August 06, 2016?

Here's what happened on August 06, 2016:

• China's Military Patrols in South China Sea China's People's Liberation Army Air Force conducted strategic 'combat patrols' near the disputed Spratly Islands, Scarborough Shoal, and South China Sea. The patrols, involving Xian H-6 strategic fighter bombers and Su-30 fighter aircraft, were part of an effort to normalize military drills and rapidly respond to potential security threats.
• Syrian Hospital Airstrike in Idlib A devastating airstrike targeted a hospital in Milis, located in Syria's Idlib region, resulting in the tragic loss of 10 civilian lives. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported the incident, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the Syrian Civil War.
• Charleroi Police Attack A violent terrorist incident occurred in Charleroi, Belgium, where a man wielding a machete attacked two police officers while shouting 'Allahu Akbar'. The assailant was swiftly neutralized by another police officer, with the victims sustaining minor, non-life-threatening injuries. Authorities are investigating the incident as a potential terrorist act.
• Rouen Bar Fire Tragedy A devastating fire in a bar in Rouen, France, resulted in the tragic deaths of at least 13 people, marking a significant and heartbreaking incident.
• Kidnapping in Sulu, Philippines A disturbing kidnapping incident took place in Patikul, Sulu, within the Philippines Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. Three individuals, including a pregnant woman, were abducted. While Abu Sayyaf is suspected, no group has officially claimed responsibility for the kidnapping.
• Tropical Storm Earl in Mexico Tropical Storm Earl made its final landfall in eastern Mexico near Veracruz, causing severe flooding that led to the deaths of at least six people. The storm's impact highlighted the destructive potential of tropical weather systems.
• Nissan and Panasonic Battery Plant Negotiations Reuters reported that Nissan is engaged in discussions with Panasonic Corporation regarding the potential sale of its car battery manufacturing plant, signaling potential strategic shifts in the automotive and technology sectors.
• Senator Schatz Criticizes Trump's Philippines Comments Hawaii U.S. Senator Brian Schatz publicly criticized Donald Trump for his controversial statement calling the Philippines a 'terrorist country' during the 2016 presidential election campaign.

Events in 2016

August 06, 2016: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Aug. 06, 2016

August 06, 2016: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on August 06, 2016:

• 1 USD = 0.765 GBP
• 1 USD = 18.7255 MXN
• 1 EUR = 9.5018 SEK

August 06, 2016: What were the main match results that day?

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

• Eupen - Mechelen : 0 - 2
• Mouscron - Charleroi : 0 - 1
• Standard - St Truiden : 2 - 0
• Waasland-Beveren - Waregem : 0 - 2

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

• Bochum - Union Berlin : 2 - 1
• Dresden - Nurnberg : 1 - 1
• Sandhausen - Fortuna Dusseldorf : 2 - 2

Division 2 - Football (France)

• Strasbourg - Amiens : 1 - 0

Championship - Football (United Kingdom)

• Birmingham - Cardiff : 0 - 0
• Blackburn - Norwich : 1 - 4
• Bristol City - Wigan : 2 - 1
• Derby - Brighton : 0 - 0
• Huddersfield - Brentford : 2 - 1

August 06, 2016 was a Saturday and it was the 219th day of the year 2016 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 06, 2016 can also be written as 8/6/2016 in the US and as 6/8/2016 in UK and Europe.

August 06, 2016 in August 2016 calendar

Famous people died on August 06, 2016:

• Pete Fountain
• Ivo Hélcio Jardim de Campos Pitanguy

Famous people who died in 2016

Famous people who died on August 6th

August 06, 2016: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 06, 2016 was Cheap Thrills by Sia Featuring Sean Paul, according to the music chart for the week August 1st and August 7th.

1. Sia Featuring Sean Paul - Cheap Thrills
2. Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla - One Dance
3. Calvin Harris Featuring Rihanna - This Is What You Came For
4. Justin Timberlake - Can't Stop The Feeling!
5. The Chainsmokers Featuring Daya - Don't Let Me Down

August 06, 2016: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 06, 2016 was One Dance by Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla, according to the music chart for the week August 1st and August 7th.

1. Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla - One Dance
2. Rihanna - Needed Me
3. Kent Jones - Don't Mind
4. Desiigner - Panda
5. Drake - Controlla

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 6th is Leo.

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August 06, 2016: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 06, 2016 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 06, 2016 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 06, 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 August 06, 2016 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 17% full, rising at 09:43 am and setting at 10:11 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 19, 2016 while the next full moon would come on Aug 18, 2016.

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Someone born on August 06, 2016 is:

8 years 9 months old,

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You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on August 06, 2016.

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