Friday January 06, 2006: on this day

January 06, 2006 was the 6th day of the year 2006, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Friday.

Is January 06, 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 January 06, 2006, who was born and died on January 06, 2006, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 06, 2006, which were the most popular songs (ex. Don't Forget About Us by Mariah Carey), movies (e.g. Shooter, directed by Antoine Fuqua), TV series (e.g. Alborada) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 6th, 2006 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 06, 2006?


January 06, 2006 was a Friday and it was the 6th day of the year 2006 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 06, 2006 can also be written as 1/6/2006 in the US and as 6/1/2006 in UK and Europe.

January 06, 2006 in January 2006 calendar

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January 06, 2006: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 06, 2006:

  • Janjaweed militants crossed the sudanese border to chad and attacked the villages of boroto and ade. nine people were killed and three more seriously injured. chad warns sudan once more that it will retaliate against janjaweed and ufdc rebel attacks.
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  • The people's republic of china announced that yao wenyuan (the gang of four's last remaining member) died december 23, 2005.
  • The zapatistas are led by subcomandante marcos and begin a six month nationwide tour of mexico to unify social movements for positive changes. this tour coincides with the presidential election campaigns. marcos asserts that all of the party candidates are criminals and liars who don't care about the mexican people.
  • A third child of the same family in eastern turkey is stricken with h5n1 avian flu. hulya kocyigit (11 years old) was mehmet ali's sister. she also died last saturday from h5n1 avian influenza. fatma, 15 died on thursday. she was the third victim of human suicide outside of china and south-east asia. the same disease is currently being treated in the hospital for a six-year-old brother.
  • Ariel sharon, the israeli prime minister, successfully underwent a third round surgery to correct an increase in cranial pressure.
  • Because it contains tonnes of asbestos, the supreme court of india has denied access to the alang port for the french warship clemenceau.

January 06, 2006: What were the magazines covers that day?

LIFE Magazine

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January 06, 2006: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on January 06, 2006:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $58.76
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $75.24
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $26.88
  • General Electric GE: opens at $35.38
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $83.95

Exchange Rates on January 06, 2006:

  • 1 USD = 114.38 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.1662 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.269 CHF
  • 1 USD = 8.063 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 139.04 JPY

January 06, 2006: What were the main match results that day?

Serie B - Football (Italy)

  • Bologna - Triestina : 0 - 1

Liga I - Football (Portugal)

  • Belenenses - Gil Vicente : 0 - 2
  • Nacional - Setubal : 2 - 2
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January 06, 2006: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 6th is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 06, 2006: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 06, 2006 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on January 6th, 2006 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 06, 2006: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 06, 2006 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 06, 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 January 06, 2006 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 55% full, rising at 11:23 am and setting at 12:44 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 15, 2005 while the next full moon would come on Jan 14, 2006.

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Who was born on January 06, 2006?


Famous people born on January 06, 2006:

  • Nikita Bedrin

Whose famous birthday is on January 6th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 6th:

  • Kate McKinnon
    Kate McKinnon

    Kate mckinnon is a comedian known for her work on saturday night live and her impressions of famous personalities.

  • Rowan Atkinson
    Rowan Atkinson

    English actor, producer, and screenwriter.

  • Norman Reedus
    Norman Reedus

    American actor and model, known for his roles in the walking dead's series daryl dixon and murphy macmanus' 1999 film the boondock saints...

  • Adriano Celentano
    Adriano Celentano

    Italian singer-songwriter, actor, and director.

  • Olga Georges-Picot
    Olga Georges-Picot

    French family noted, the daughter of a chinese ambassador.

  • Jérémie Renier
    Jérémie Renier

    Belgian actor.

  • Loretta Young
    Loretta Young

    American actress who had her own television show in the 1950s.

  • Danny Pintauro
    Danny Pintauro

    American actor seen playing young jonathan in the tv sitcom, "who's the boss?".

  • Mickey Hargitay
    Mickey Hargitay

    American physical culturist mr.

  • Danny Thomas
    Danny Thomas

    Deerfield, michigan -- comedian (show).

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January 06, 2006: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 18 years 2 months old,

or 218 months and 13 days old,

or 949 weeks and 4 days old,

or 6647 days old,

if you were born on January 06, 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 January 06, 2006?

There are 293 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday January 6th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 06, 2006?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on January 06, 2006.

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January 06, 2006: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 06, 2006:

  • Andrzej Milik

    Polish archaeologist known for his work on the Dead Sea Scrolls.

  • Lou Rawls

    American singer-songwriter (b. 1933).

  • Hugh Thompson

    Jr.

  • Joseph Milik
  • Kuo Chu Wu
  • Pietro Zoppi
  • Comandanta Ramona (47)
  • Anna Cherchi Ferrari
  • Sigisbert Kraft
  • Roshan Khan
  • Józef Tadeusz «Joseph» Milik
  • Louis Allen «Lou» Rawls

What famous deaths happened on January 6th?

Famous deaths on January 6th:

  • Rudolf Nureyev
    Rudolf Nureyev

    Russian-french choreographer and dancer (d. 1993).

  • Sidney Poitier
    Sidney Poitier

    American actor.

  • Silvana Pampanini
    Silvana Pampanini

    Italian film actress from the 1950s.

  • Om Puri
    Om Puri

    Renowned Indian actor known for his versatile roles in films.

  • Pat Harrington
    Pat Harrington

    Jr.

  • Loui Braille

    Inventor of the Braille system, a widely used method of reading and writing for the visually impaired.

  • Cicilia Mandela

    South African anti-apartheid activist and politician.

  • Messiyah Mendel

    Known for his work in genetics and the study of pea plants.

  • Burech Fischer

    Nobel laureate known for his work in quantum mechanics.

  • Correll Shepherd

    Renowned actor known for his roles in classic films.

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January 06, 2006: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 06, 2006:

  • Epiphany (National Holiday) in Italy
  • Christianity (except Eastern and Oriental Orthodox who follow the Julian Calendar) - Epiphany of the Lord (a.k.a. "Twelfth Day of Christmas" and Three Kings Day in some areas).
  • In the Irish Calendar- Little Christmas or Nollaig na mBan (Women's Christmas) and/or Twelfth Day.
  • Twelfth Night, or The Lord of Misrule
  • Rastafari movement - Celebration of the ceremonial birthday of Haile Selassie
  • Ancient Latvia - Zvaigznes Diena observed
  • Armenian Christmas (except in the Holy Land where it's on January 18th - old calendar)
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January 06, 2006: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 06, 2006 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 2nd and January 8th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 06, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 06, 2006 was Don't Forget About Us by Mariah Carey, according to the music chart for the week January 2nd and January 8th.

January 06, 2006: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 06, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 2nd and January 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Don't Forget About Us youtube
  2. - Run It! youtube
  3. - Grillz
  4. - Laffy Taffy youtube
  5. - Photograph

January 06, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 06, 2006 was That's My Goal by Shayne Ward, according to the music chart for the week January 2nd and January 8th.

January 06, 2006: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on January 06, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 2nd and January 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - That's My Goal
  2. - JCB Song
  3. - Hung Up
  4. - George Best - A Tribute
  5. - Nasty Girl

January 06, 2006: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 06, 2006 was Be Without You by Mary J. Blige, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 2nd and January 8th.

January 06, 2006: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 06, 2006 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 2nd and January 8th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Be Without You
  2. - Don't Forget About Us youtube
  3. - Grillz
  4. - I Think They Like Me
  5. - One Wish

January 06, 2006: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on January 06, 2006 was Rompe by Daddy Yankee, according to the Latin music chart for the week January 2nd and January 8th.

January 06, 2006: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on January 06, 2006 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week January 2nd and January 8th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Rompe
  2. - Rakata
  3. - Mayor Que Yo
  4. - Ven Bailalo
  5. - Ella Y Yo

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January 06, 2006: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 06, 2006 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Shooter

Shooter

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Antoine Fuqua

Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Michael Peña, Rhona Mitra, Danny Glover

Country: United States of America

Fracture

Fracture

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Gregory Hoblit

Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Ryan Gosling, David Strathairn, Rosamund Pike

Country: United States of America

Bridge to Terabithia

Bridge to Terabithia

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Gabor Csupo

Starring: Josh Hutcherson, AnnaSophia Robb, Zooey Deschanel, Robert Patrick

Country: United States of America

The Kingdom

The Kingdom

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Peter Berg

Starring: Jamie Foxx, Chris Cooper, Jennifer Garner, Jason Bateman

Country: United States of America

Hairspray

Hairspray

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Adam Shankman

Starring: John Travolta, Queen Latifah, Nikki Blonsky, Michelle Pfeiffer

Country: United States of America

January 06, 2006: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 06, 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:

Alborada

Alborada

Release year: 2005

Wild Country

Wild Country

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Craig Strachan

Pitbull

Pitbull

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Ronan O'Donoghue

Deal or No Deal

Deal or No Deal

Release year: 2005

The Book of Daniel

The Book of Daniel

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Anna Zielinski

January 06, 2006: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 06, 2006 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Predator by Patricia Cornwell

Predator

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Dr. Kay Scarpetta investigates the disappearance of two Florida sisters. She follows clues that lead her to the psychoopathic depths of the mind of a serial killer.

The Truth (With Jokes) by Al Franken

The Truth (With Jokes)

By:

Al Franken's bestseller, Lies (And The Lying Liars who Tell Them),: A Fair and Balanced View at the Right was praised for its "bitterly funny assault".

Forever Odd by Dean Koontz

Forever Odd

By:

Sometimes a character captures readers' hearts and imaginations so well that they seem to live with him long after the last page has been turned.

The Broker by John Grisham

The Broker

By:

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

The Education Of A Coach by David Halberstam

The Education Of A Coach

By:

David Halberstam, who died six years ago, is still a respected journalist and an authority on American history and American life in the decades since WWII.

January 06, 2006: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 06, 2006 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Card Game 9

Card Game 9

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Traditional game

Publisher: Taito Corporation

Billy the Wizard: Rocket Broomstick Racing

Billy the Wizard: Rocket Broomstick Racing

Platform: Wii, PlayStation 2, Microsoft Windows

Genre: Racing, platform

Publisher: NA Conspiracy Entertainment; EU Data Design Interactive

Commander - Europe at War

Commander - Europe at War

Platform: Windows, Mac OS X

Genre: Turn-based strategy

Publisher: Matrix Games

Championship Manager 2006

Championship Manager 2006

Platform: PC, Xbox, PlayStation 2, PlayStation Portable

Genre: Sports

Publisher: Eidos Interactive

American Dragon: Jake Long – Attack of the Dark Dragon

American Dragon: Jake Long – Attack of the Dark Dragon

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Action

Publisher: Buena Vista Games

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Who was the US President on January 06, 2006?

On January 06, 2006 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 06, 2006?

On January 06, 2006 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on January 06, 2006?

On January 06, 2006 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about January 6th?

January 6th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 6th day of the month of January. 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 January 6th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2018 moscow-constantinople schism: the chancellor of the ukrainian orthodox church (moscow patriarchate) describes the granting of autocephaly on january 5 to the orthodox church of ukraine as "a secular event."
  • 2018 - Casamance conflict, 13 people are killed by gunmen near ziguinchor (senegal).
  • 2017 - Russian military intervention in syria's civil war: russia begins withdrawal of its forces from syria. russia's aircraft carrier battle group was the first to depart. the united nations declares that the ceasefire is holding "largely".

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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 January 2006?

January 2006 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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 January 2006 calendar looked like.

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