Friday October 06, 2017: on this day

October 06, 2017 was the 279th day of the year 2017, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Friday.

Is October 06, 2017 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on October 06, 2017, who was born and died on October 06, 2017, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 06, 2017, which were the most popular songs (ex. Bodak Yellow (Money Moves) by Cardi B), movies (e.g. Blade Runner 2049, directed by Denis Villeneuve), TV series (e.g. Dismissed) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 6th, 2017 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 06, 2017?


October 06, 2017 was a Friday and it was the 279th day of the year 2017 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 06, 2017 can also be written as 10/6/2017 in the US and as 6/10/2017 in UK and Europe.

October 06, 2017 in October 2017 calendar

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October 06, 2017: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 06, 2017:

  • According to the syrian observatory for human rights (syrian observatory for human rights), at least 14 civilians were killed by russian airstrikes as they crossed the euphrates river near mayadin, an isil-held area in eastern syria, while fleeing mahkan.
  • Jaysh al islam islamist rebels launched a successful counterattack in east ghouta, rural damascus. they targeted the points they had lost to the syrian government over seven days, near hawsh dawahra.
  • Harvey weinstein allegations of sexual misconduct: a report in the new york times alleges that harvey weinstein, an american film producer, has settled eight claims of sexual harassment dating back to the 1930s. multiple democratic recipients of weinstein’s political donations donate the funds to women's charities.
  • American film producer harvey weinstein answers allegations that he has settled eight sexual harassment cases over the past three decades, according to a report in the new york times. multiple democratic recipients of weinstein’s political donations donate the funds to women's charities.
  • Aim (software). oath inc., aim's owner announced that it will cease aol instant messenger service from december 15, 2017.
  • 2017 spanish constitutional crisis: spain’s third-largest bank, caixabank announces that it will be moving its legal headquarters from catalonia to valencia. this follows yesterday's similar move by catalan bank banco sabadell, who announced that they were moving their headquarters from catalonia to alicante to address growing political insecurity.
  • Spain's third-largest bank, caixabank, has announced that it will move its legal base from catalonia to valencia. this follows yesterday's similar move by catalan bank banco sabadell, who announced that they were moving their headquarters from catalonia to alicante to address growing political insecurity.
  • At least 19 people were killed when a train collided with a bus at a crossing in vladimir. no passengers on the train were hurt.
  • A mi-17 indian air force helicopter carrying military officials crashed in tawang, arunachal pradesh. it was flying to tawang, arunachal pradesh.
  • 2017 atlantic hurricane season: hurricane nate: after causing numerous deaths in central america, and severe flooding in rivas, nicaragua, tropical storm nate is headed for the gulf coast of america.
  • After causing many deaths in central america, tropical storm nate is heading for the gulf coast of america.
  • After causing numerous deaths in central america, tropical storm nate is heading for the gulf coast of america. it also caused severe flooding in rivas, nicaragua.
  • One military helicopter of the mexican military bell 412 model crashed northeast of el salto, in the mountainous state durango. it injured one soldier and killed seven others.
  • Nobel peace prize: the nobel committee gives the global civil society coalition of the international campaign to abolish nuclear weapons the nobel peace prize. "for its efforts to draw attention to the devastating humanitarian consequences of any use nuclear weapons, and for its groundbreaking efforts to obtain a treaty-based ban on such weapons," the nobel committee said. (nobel prize.org),
  • The nobel committee awarded the international campaign to abolish nuclear weapons, a global civil society coalition, the nobel peace prize. it did so "for its efforts to draw attention to the devastating humanitarian consequences of any use or recurrence of nuclear weapons" and "for its groundbreaking efforts to obtain a treaty-based ban on such weapons." (nobel prize.org),
  • According to unnamed white house officials, john f. kelly, white house chief of staff, was possibly hacked from december 2016. kelly served as secretary of homeland security between january 20 and july 31, 2017, before he was promoted to his current post. (politico),
  • Birth control in the united states: list of executive actions taken by donald trump. a trump administration executive order reverses obamacare's policy that required employers and insurers to provide birth control for their employees, regardless of one’s "religious beliefs or moral convictions".
  • Trump's executive order reverses obamacare's policy that required employers and insurers to provide birth control for their employees, regardless of one’s "religious beliefs or moral convictions".

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October 06, 2017: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on October 06, 2017:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $81.77
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $154.97
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $75.67
  • General Electric GE: opens at $24.41
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $146.64

Exchange Rates on October 06, 2017:

  • 1 USD = 0.8523 EUR
  • 1 USD = 112.545 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.7654 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.2851 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.2525 CAD
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October 06, 2017: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 6th is Libra.

Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.

Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 06, 2017: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 06, 2017 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on October 6th, 2017 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 06, 2017: What was the moon phase on that day?


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95%

The moon phase on October 06, 2017 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 06, 2017 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 October 06, 2017 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 95% full, rising at 07:26 pm and setting at 08:50 am.

The previous full moon was on Oct 05, 2017 while the next full moon would come on Nov 04, 2017.

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Who was born on October 06, 2017?


Whose famous birthday is on October 6th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 6th:

  • Vinod Khanna
    Vinod Khanna

    Indian film actor and producer known for his work in Bollywood films.

  • Ioan Gruffudd
    Ioan Gruffudd

    Ioan gruffudd is a welsh actor known for his roles in titanic, fantastic four, and the tv series hornblower.

  • Carole Lombard
    Carole Lombard

    American actress.

  • Amy Jo Johnson
    Amy Jo Johnson

    Amy jo johnson is an american singer and actress best known for her role as kimberly hart in the television series mighty morphin power...

  • Elisabeth Shue
    Elisabeth Shue

    Elisabeth shue is an american film actress known for her roles in popular movies such as 'the karate kid', 'back to the future part ii', and...

  • Bruno Cremer
    Bruno Cremer

    French comedian, actor and comedian.

  • Britt Ekland
    Britt Ekland

    Swedish-american actress and one of sweden's most prominent sex symbols.

  • Jeremy Sisto
    Jeremy Sisto

    American screenwriter and producer of actor actors.

  • Maki Horikita
    Maki Horikita

    Japanese actress and model.

  • Melvyn Bragg
    Melvyn Bragg

    British journalist, editor, and presenter of "the south bank show," a prestigious arts program that won 87 major awards.

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October 06, 2017: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 6 years 5 months old,

or 77 months and 23 days old,

or 338 weeks

or 2366 days old,

if you were born on October 06, 2017.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 06, 2017?

There are 191 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday October 6th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 06, 2017?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on October 06, 2017.

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October 06, 2017: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 06, 2017:

  • Ralphie May

    American stand-up comedian known for his comedy specials and appearances on TV shows.

  • Connie Hawkins

    Legendary basketball player known for his incredible skills and athleticism.

  • David Marks

    American singer-songwriter and guitarist (the beach boys, delaney & bonnie).

  • Ian McNeill
  • Sergio Pagliazzi
  • Franc Knez
  • Roberto Anzolin
  • Angelo Munzone
  • Petar Bonačić
  • Terry Downes
  • Marek Gołąb

What famous deaths happened on October 6th?

Famous deaths on October 6th:

  • Bette Davis
    Bette Davis

    American actress.

  • Bill O'Reilly
    Bill O'Reilly

    American journalist, tv and radio personality.

  • Amália Rodrigues
    Amália Rodrigues

    Portuguese actress and singer (d. 1999).

  • Denholm Elliott
    Denholm Elliott

    Actor in english (raiders of lost ark) dies at age 70.

  • Diane Cilento
    Diane Cilento

    Queensland, australia -- actress.

  • Hattie Jacques
    Hattie Jacques

    British comedy actor known for his roles in the Carry On films.

  • Scott Wilson
    Scott Wilson

    Scott wilson was an american actor known for his roles in popular films such as in cold blood and the walking dead.

  • Dennis Price
    Dennis Price

    Twyford (england) -- actor (adventurers and millionairess).

  • Richard Farnsworth
    Richard Farnsworth

    Los angeles, california -- actor (misery, havana, sylvester).

  • Ted Bessell
    Ted Bessell

    Actor/director (that girl) dies at 61 from an aneurism.

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October 06, 2017: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 06, 2017:

  • Judaism - Fast of Gedalia (2005)
  • Egypt - National Day or Victory Day; celebrates the results of the October war in 1973
  • U.S. - German-American Day observed since 1987; Mad Hatter Day
  • Ireland - Ivy Day, formerly honoring the Irish revolutionary Padraig Pearse, commemmorates the death of Charles Stewart Parnell.
  • Also see October 6 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • RC Saints - Saint Bruno, St Faith
  • French Republican Calendar - áne (Donkey) Day, fifteenth day in the Month of VendTmiaire
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October 06, 2017: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 06, 2017 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 2nd and October 8th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 06, 2017: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 06, 2017 was Bodak Yellow (Money Moves) by Cardi B, according to the music chart for the week October 2nd and October 8th.

October 06, 2017: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 06, 2017 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 2nd and October 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Bodak Yellow (Money Moves)
  2. - Rockstar
  3. - Look What You Made Me Do
  4. - 1-800-273-8255
  5. - Despacito

October 06, 2017: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 06, 2017 was Bodak Yellow (Money Moves) by Cardi B, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 2nd and October 8th.

October 06, 2017: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 06, 2017 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 2nd and October 8th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Bodak Yellow (Money Moves)
  2. - Rockstar
  3. - 1-800-273-8255
  4. - Unforgettable
  5. - Rake It Up

October 06, 2017: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on October 06, 2017 was Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 2nd and October 8th.

October 06, 2017: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on October 06, 2017 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 2nd and October 8th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Despacito
  2. - Mi Gente
  3. - Escapate Conmigo
  4. - Felices Los 4
  5. - Bailame

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October 06, 2017: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 06, 2017 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Blade Runner 2049

Blade Runner 2049

Release year: 2017

Written by:

Directed by: Denis Villeneuve

Starring: Harrison Ford, Ryan Gosling, Ana de Armas, Dave Bautista

Country: United States of America

The Lost City of Z

The Lost City of Z

Release year: 2017

Directed by: James Gray

Starring: Charlie Hunnam, Robert Pattinson, Sienna Miller, Tom Holland

Country: United States of America

The Devil's Candy

The Devil's Candy

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Sean Byrne

Starring: Ethan Embry, Shiri Appleby, Pruitt Taylor Vince, Kiara Glasco

Country: United States of America

A Cure for Wellness

A Cure for Wellness

Release year: 2017

Written by:

Directed by: Gore Verbinski

Starring: Dane DeHaan, Jason Isaacs, Mia Goth, Ivo Nandi

Country: United States of America

USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage

USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Mario Van Peebles

Starring: Nicolas Cage, Tom Sizemore, Thomas Jane, Matt Lanter

Country: United States of America

October 06, 2017: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 06, 2017 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Dismissed

Dismissed

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Benjamin Arfmann

Ghosted

Ghosted

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Matt Baker

Bizim Hikaye

Bizim Hikaye

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Yasin Uslu

Good Game

Good Game

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Mary Ratliff

The Layover

The Layover

Release year: 2017

Directed by: William H. Macy

October 06, 2017: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 06, 2017 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Killing England by Bill O'Reilly, Martin Dugard

Killing England

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The Revolutionary War, as it never was before.

Second Chance Girl by Susan Mallery

Second Chance Girl

By:

The second installment of the Happily Inc. series is from Susan Mallery, #1 NEW YORK TIMES bestselling writer. Mathias Mitchell is a gentle man with a big smile, but he has a lot of hurt.

A Column of Fire by Ken Follett

A Column of Fire

By:

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER "Absorbing. . . It is impossible to resist." --The Washington Post. Can one young spy save his queen as Europe explodes? International bestseller Ken Follett dives deep into the dangerous world of powerful monarchs and …

Sugar Pine Trail by RaeAnne Thayne

Sugar Pine Trail

By:

"I have been following RaeAnne Thayne since a while now and have seen her readership grow with each book. She is a rising star within the romance world.

The Cuban Affair by Nelson DeMille

The Cuban Affair

By:

INCREDIBLE #1 NEW YORK TIMES SELLER FROM THE HEROIC #1 New York Times bestselling author, Night Fall and Plum Island, Nelson DeMille's new novel features a new character--U.S.

October 06, 2017: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on October 06, 2017 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Real-time strategy

Publisher: Sega

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Who was the US President on October 06, 2017?

On October 06, 2017 the US President was Donald John Trump (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 06, 2017?

On October 06, 2017 the UK Prime Minister was Theresa May (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on October 06, 2017?

On October 06, 2017 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about October 6th?

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

  • 2018 - Israeli-palestinian conflict: avigdor lieberman, the defense minister of israel, has announced that israel will reduce its fishing zone off gaza strip from 9 nautical mile (17 km; 10 miles) to 6 nautical mile (11 km; 6.9 miles) in response to weekly gaza border protests. yesterday's protest saw over 20,000 participants. three palestinians were among those killed.
  • 2017 - According to the syrian observatory for human rights (syrian observatory for human rights), at least 14 civilians were killed by russian airstrikes as they crossed the euphrates river near mayadin, an isil-held area in eastern syria, while fleeing mahkan.
  • 2016 - Somali civil war (2009-present). six people were killed in an al-shabaab attack against a village close to mandera, kenya. (reuters),

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What happened in 2017?

2017 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • 2017 Istanbul nightclub attack: On the European coast of Bosphorus, a gunman opened fire at a Istanbul nightclub, killing at most 39 people and injuring 69 more. (BBC), (AP via ABC News Australia),
  • At least 39 people were killed and 69 more injured when a gunman opened fire at a Istanbul nightclub. The incident occurred on the European coast. (BBC), (AP via ABC News Australia),
  • At least 7 people are killed and 17 more injured in a suicide car bomb blast and gunmen attack in Iraqi al-Qadisiya, west of Najaf. 29 people died yesterday in an explosion at a busy market near Baghdad, Iraq's capital. ISIS claims responsibility. (Reuters),

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What was the calendar for October 2017?

October 2017 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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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