Thursday July 06, 2006: on this day

July 06, 2006 was the 187th day of the year 2006, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is July 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 July 06, 2006, who was born and died on July 06, 2006, what holidays and observances are celebrated on July 06, 2006, which were the most popular songs (ex. Promiscuous by Nelly Furtado), movies (e.g. Shooter, directed by Antoine Fuqua), TV series (e.g. Foursome) books and videogames back then.

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

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What day of the week was July 06, 2006?


July 06, 2006 was a Thursday and it was the 187th day of the year 2006 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 06, 2006 can also be written as 7/6/2006 in the US and as 6/7/2006 in UK and Europe.

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July 06, 2006: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 06, 2006:

  • After 44 years, the nathula pass, which connects india and china and was sealed in the sino-indian war of 1962, is now reopened. (zee news),
  • Italy wins the fourth fifa world cup title.
  • S7 airlines flight 778 crashes into concrete barriers shortly after landing. it killed at least 122 people, and left many others injured.
  • U.s. president george w. bush addressed the death of kenneth lay and stated that he hoped lay, one the men convicted in enron's collapse, would be right with god.
  • The missile was launched as part of north korea's missile test. it was directed at an area in the pacific ocean near hawaii.
  • Space shuttle discovery successfully docks with international space station in the sts-121 mission. no damage was found from foam escaping the external fuel tank during launch, according to checks of the orbiter.
  • A new survey revealed that young people in great britain are spending more time browsing the internet than they are watching tv.
  • Andres manuel lopez obrador, prd's candidate for mexico's presidential election says he will challenge the official results of mexico's ongoing vote count. he claims that he lost to felipe calderon from the pan by 0.57 percentage point.
  • A united states military apache helicopter ah-64 made an emergency landing in south korea. the helicopter sustained no injuries or damage.
  • In a 4-2 ruling, the new york court of appeals ruled that gay marriage was not permitted under state law.
  • Taiwan is testing a missile that could hit mainland china. this alarms the united states, taiwan's main ally.
  • South korean media reports that north korea has three to four missiles with medium and short ranges available for launch at its launch pad. north korea has threatened to launch them.
  • Sectarian violence in iraq: at least seven people are killed when a car bomb explodes near a shi'ite mosque in najaf, iraq.
  • A minibus carrying eight people was struck by an explosion in tiraspol in transnistria. it is believed that the blast was caused by a bomb.
  • Conflict between israel and palestine (operation summer rains).
  • Ten qassam rockets, which are launched from the northern gaza strip at israeli towns, cause damage but not casualties.
  • To stop the daily firing by qassam rockets on israeli towns, the idf launched an attack on three israeli settlements that were demolished and one palestinian neighborhood in the northern gaza strip. one civilian, 20 palestenian militants, and an israeli soldier were killed. (haaretz),
  • The demands of cpl. israel by the palestinian abductors are being relaxed. gilad shalit.
  • The nathu la pass between india and china, sealed during the sino-indian war, re-opens for trade after 44 years.

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

Stock market quotes on July 06, 2006:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $62.75
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $57.09
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $23.45
  • General Electric GE: opens at $33.31
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $77.59

Exchange Rates on July 06, 2006:

  • 1 USD = 115.11 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.1127 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.2283 CHF
  • 1 USD = 7.9896 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 147.04 JPY
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July 06, 2006: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 6th is Cancer.

Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.

Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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

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

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

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


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

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 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 July 06, 2006 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 82% full, rising at 04:24 pm and setting at 01:56 am.

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

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Who was born on July 06, 2006?


Whose famous birthday is on July 6th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 6th:

  • Sylvester Stallone
    Sylvester Stallone

    American actor who achieved overnight success by writing and starring as rocky in 1976, an oscar-winning picture.

  • Kevin Hart
    Kevin Hart

    Kevin hart is a popular american comedian known for his stand-up comedy specials and roles in various comedy films.

  • 50 Cent
    50 Cent

    50 cent is an american rapper known for his hit albums and singles, as well as his business ventures in the entertainment industry.

  • Nancy Reagan
    Nancy Reagan

    American first lady, wife of president ronald reagan.

  • Geoffrey Rush
    Geoffrey Rush

    Geoffrey rush is an australian actor known for his versatile performances in both film and theater, including his academy award-winning role...

  • Burt Ward
    Burt Ward

    Burt ward is an american tv actor best known for his role as robin in the 1960s batman television series.

  • Nathalie Baye
    Nathalie Baye

    French actress, who has starred in films such as "day for night," the man who loved women", and "the return of martin guerre.

  • Audrey Fleurot
    Audrey Fleurot

    Audrey fleurot is a french actress known for her roles in popular tv series such as 'spiral' and 'the intouchables'.

  • Janet Leigh
    Janet Leigh

    American actress and author, leigh is best known for her scene in the shower in psycho in 1960.

  • Merv Griffin
    Merv Griffin

    American entertainer and tv host.

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


You are 17 years 8 months old,

or 212 months and 23 days old,

or 925 weeks and 1 day old,

or 6476 days old,

if you were born on July 06, 2006.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 06, 2006?

There are 99 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday July 6th 2024.

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

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

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


Famous people died on July 06, 2006:

  • Kasey Rogers
    Kasey Rogers

    American actress and author (d. 2006).

  • Sanjit Bhattacharya

    Renowned Indian painter known for his unique style and contributions to the art world.

  • Tom Weir

    Scottish climber, author, and broadcaster (born 1914).

  • Igino Balestra
  • Juan de Ávalos
  • Juan Pablo Rebella

What famous deaths happened on July 6th?

Famous deaths on July 6th:

  • Cameron Boyce
    Cameron Boyce

    Cameron boyce was a talented tv actor known for his roles in disney channel shows and movies, such as 'jessie' and 'descendants'.

  • Louis Armstrong
    Louis Armstrong

    American jazz trumpeter.

  • James Caan
    James Caan

    American actor.

  • Buddy Ebsen
    Buddy Ebsen

    Buddy ebsen was an american actor known for his role as jed clampett in the television series the beverly hillbillies.

  • Roy Rogers
    Roy Rogers

    American entertainer and star cowboy movie star from the 1930s.

  • Robert McNamara
    Robert McNamara

    American business executive, president of a world bank and official in government who was secretary of defense during the bay of pigs war...

  • Evan Hunter
    Evan Hunter

    American novelist (born in 1926).

  • Cameron Mitchell
    Cameron Mitchell

    Dallastown, pennsylvania -- actor (buck high chaparral).

  • Gail Patrick
    Gail Patrick

    Actress (my man godfrey), passes away from leukemia at the age of 69.

  • Brandon De Wilde
    Brandon De Wilde

    Actor jamie (jamie) dies in a car accident at the age of 30.

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


Holidays on July 06, 2006:

  • Comoros - Independence Day (1975).
  • Feast day of St Maria Goretti.
  • Lithuania - Statehood Day.
  • Malawi - Independence Day (1964).
  • Malawi - Republic Day (1966).
  • Roman festivals: Ludi Apollinares, games in honour of Apollo (since 208 BC) began today.
  • San Fermin a Spanish Catholic festival centered in Pamplona begins today.
  • Music festival EXIT begins today in Serbian town of Novi Sad.
  • Czech Republic - Jan Hus Day (1415).
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July 06, 2006: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on July 06, 2006 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 3rd and July 9th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


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

The number 1 song in the USA on July 06, 2006 was Promiscuous by Nelly Furtado, according to the music chart for the week July 3rd and July 9th.

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

The music chart in the USA on July 06, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 3rd and July 9th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Promiscuous
  2. - Hips Don't Lie
  3. - Do I Make You Proud youtube
  4. - It's Goin' Down
  5. - Crazy

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

The number 1 song in the UK on July 06, 2006 was Hips Don't Lie by Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean, according to the music chart for the week July 3rd and July 9th.

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

The music chart in the UK on July 06, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 3rd and July 9th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Hips Don't Lie
  2. - Maneater
  3. - Smile
  4. - I Wish I Was A Punk Rocker (With Flowers In My Hair)
  5. - Buttons

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

The number 1 R&B song on July 06, 2006 was It's Goin' Down by Yung Joc, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 3rd and July 9th.

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

The R&B music chart on July 06, 2006 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 3rd and July 9th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - It's Goin' Down
  2. - Torn
  3. - Snap Yo Fingers
  4. - So What
  5. - Enough Cryin

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

The number 1 Latin song on July 06, 2006 was Hips Don't Lie by Shakira Featuring Wyclef Jean, according to the Latin music chart for the week July 3rd and July 9th.

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

The Latin music chart on July 06, 2006 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week July 3rd and July 9th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Hips Don't Lie
  2. - Angelito
  3. - Down
  4. - Caile
  5. - Machucando

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

The most popular movies on July 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

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

The most popular TV Series on July 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:

Foursome

Foursome

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Claude d'Anna

Drop Dead Gorgeous

Drop Dead Gorgeous

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Philip Alderton

Orange Roughies

Orange Roughies

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Chris Bailey

Eine Liebe am Gardasee

Eine Liebe am Gardasee

Release year: 2006

Kappa Mikey

Kappa Mikey

Release year: 2006

Country: United States of America

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

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

Eleven on Top by Janet Evanovich

Eleven on Top

By:

#1 New York Times#1 Wall Street Journal#1 Los Angeles Times#1 Entertainment Weekly#1 Publishers WeeklyStephanie plum is resigning as a fugitive agent.

The Book Of The Dead by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child

The Book Of The Dead

By:

A FBI agent is rotting in high-security prison, for a crime he didn't commit...His brilliant and psychotic brother is about to commit a terrible crime...

Captive Of My Desires by Johanna Lindsey

Captive Of My Desires

By:

Johanna Lindsey takes readers to the exclusive world of English aristocrats, and exotic haunts of Caribbean treasure hunter in a novel of passion and romance featuring the unbeatable

The One Percent Doctrine by Ron Suskind

The One Percent Doctrine

By:

Ron Suskind, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, and best-selling author, takes you inside America's real fights against violent, unrelenting terrorists. It is a game called "kill-or-be killed", from the Oval Office to our streets

The Saboteurs by W.E.B. Griffin and William E. Butterworth IV

The Saboteurs

By:

Griffin fans waited for years for his rousing stories about the OSS to return, and now they have it. William E. Griffin is helping and assisting them.

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

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

Ar tonelico: Melody of Elemia

Ar tonelico: Melody of Elemia

Platform: PlayStation 2

Genre: Role-playing video game

Publisher: Banpresto NIS America 505 Games

Big Bumpin'

Big Bumpin'

Platform: Xbox, Xbox 360

Genre: Racing, Action

Publisher: King Games

AirForce2

AirForce2

Platform: Linux, Windows, Mac

Genre: Arcade Style Shoot-em-up

Publisher: The AForce Project

ARMA

ARMA

Platform: Microsoft Windows Android iOS

Genre: Military simulation, tactical shooter

Publisher: Primary Bohemia Interactive

Act of War: High Treason

Act of War: High Treason

Platform: Windows

Genre: Real-time strategy

Publisher: Atari, Inc.

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Who was the US President on July 06, 2006?

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

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

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

Who was the Pope on July 06, 2006?

On July 06, 2006 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about July 6th?

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

  • 2019 - Islamist insurgency: isil claims responsibility in wednesday's attack in nangade district, mozambique. seven people were killed.
  • 2018 - Off the coast of galicia in spain, was found the wreckage of u-966, a nazi german submarine. it was lost to enemy fire in november 1943.
  • 2017 - World heritage sites: unesco meets in krakow, poland to discuss concerns regarding the state of machu picchu.

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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 July 2006?

July 2006 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with July being the 7th 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.

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