Friday July 07, 2017: on this day

About July 7th, 2017, in brief:

  • Historical events: Sinai insurgency. Masked militants attacked an Egyptian Army checkpoint south of Rafah in North Sinai Governorate. At least 23 soldiers were killed, including a colonel in the special forces. Later, the Islamic State of Iraq & Syria claimed responsibility. VBIED and signal jamming were part of the attack.
  • Day of the week: July 7th, 2017 was a Friday
  • Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Famous Birthdays: Matthew Espinosa, Ringo Starr
  • Moon Phase: Full Moon
  • #1 US song: Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber
  • Popular movie: The Lost City of Z directed by James Gray

More about July 7th, 2017? See below for more news and curiosities on July 7th, 2017.

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What day of the week was July 07, 2017?


July 07, 2017 was a Friday and it was the 188th day of the year 2017 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 07, 2017 can also be written as 7/7/2017 in the US and as 7/7/2017 in UK and Europe.

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July 07, 2017: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 07, 2017:

  • Sinai insurgency. masked militants attacked an egyptian army checkpoint south of rafah in north sinai governorate. at least 23 soldiers were killed, including a colonel in the special forces. later, the islamic state of iraq & syria claimed responsibility. vbied and signal jamming were part of the attack.
  • World heritage sites: unesco has declared the old city of hebron and the cave of the patriarchs as world heritage sites. they are both located in the west bank.
  • Unesco has designated the cave of the patriarchs and the old city of hebron, both located in the west bank as world heritage sites.
  • Economy of the united states: berkshire hathaway inc. will pay usd 9 billion to purchase the parent company of texas' power transmission company oncor electric delivery. (reuters)sears, roebuck & co. announced it would close eight more of its name-brand department stores, along with thirty five kmart stores, in addition to the one hundred fifty that were closed in january.
  • Berkshire hathaway inc. has agreed to pay usd 9 billion for the acquisition of oncor electric delivery, the parent company of texas' power transmission company.
  • Sears, roebuck & co. announced it would close eight more of its name-brand department stores, along with thirty five kmart stores, in addition to the one hundred fifty stores they had announced in january.
  • 2017 pacific typhoon season: seven deaths have been caused by severe flooding on kyushu, japan. twenty others are still missing.
  • Seven deaths and twenty others were caused by severe flooding on kyushu, japan.
  • Six to seven people were trapped in an apartment block that was five stories tall, located in torre annunziata, italy. three people have been confirmed dead so far.
  • At the g20 summit in hamburg germany, leaders from the group of twenty meet, including president donald trump of the united states. he is also scheduled to meet president of russia vladimir putin.
  • A ceasefire agreement in southwestern syria is reached by the united states, russia, and other regional countries.
  • Altona, hamburg is rocked by looting and rioting, especially in the elbchaussee region, as police clash with protestors against capitalists for the second day. at least 160 officers were injured, and 70 protestors were arrested.
  • Treaty on the prohibition of nuclear weapons. the united nations votes for the treaty on the prohibition of nuclear weapons. 122 votes were cast in favor, 1 abstention and 1 against. the nuclear weapons states and nato members boycotted the treaty conference and negotiations.
  • According to the world health organization (who), antibiotic resistance is increasing in strains of gonorrhoea. the world health organization recommends condom use and increased funding for research and development to stop the spread of these bacteria.
  • South korea's national police raided the headquarters of korean air in an investigation into embezzlement, breach of trust and misappropriation of funds that were allegedly used to finance construction at the residence korean air chairman cho yangho (father to heather cho, who was the instigator in the "nut rage incident" in 2014. the shares of the company continue to fall.
  • The guantanamo bay detention center is visited by jeff sessions, the united states attorney general, and rod rosenstein, deputy attorney general.
  • Executive order 13780: the request of the state of hawaii for an order to block president donald trump's executive order 13780 has been rejected by the united states court of appeals, ninth circuit.
  • Edwin torres, a united states magistrate, denies ricardo martinelli bond. he faces charges of illegally monitoring the phone conversations of at most 150 people. martinelli was detained in miami last month after he was served with an extradition warrant for panama.
  • Mongolian presidential election 2017, battulga khaltmaa, of the opposition democratic party, is elected president of mongolia in round two, defeating former prime minster miyeegombyn enkhbold, of the mongolian people's party.
  • Venezuelan constitutional assembly election 2017, venezuelan president nicolas maduro states that voting in the upcoming election on july 30, 2017 is compulsory for all 2.8million state employees. those who don't vote will be expelled. on july 16, opponents to the government will hold an unofficial referendum about the maduro government.
  • Venezuelan president nicolas maduro has declared that voting in the upcoming election is compulsory for all 2.8million state employees. those who don't vote will be expelled. opponents to the government will hold an unofficial referendum on maduro's government on july 16.
  • Yemeni civil war: tens of thousands of yemeni secessionists gather in aden's southern city to support a new group headed by aidarus al-zoubaidi, former head of aden governorate. this group advocates for the independence of yemen's south.
  • Supporters of yemen's secessionists rallied in aden's southern city to support a new group that is led by aidarus al-zoubaidi, former head of aden governorate. this group advocates for the autonomy of yemen's south.
  • Australia's renewable energy: south australia has reached a deal to purchase a tesla battery system. this was facilitated by tweets from tesla ceo elon musk. tesla stated in a statement that the system will be the largest lithium-ion storage project in the world when it is completed by december 2017. this would surpass the 80 megawatt-hour mira loma power station in california, which was also constructed using tesla batteries.
  • 2017 super rugby season: the south african rugby union has confirmed that the cheetahs (and kings) will be dropped out of the super rugby competition at the conclusion of the current season. (espn (uk))
  • The south african rugby union has confirmed that the super rugby competition will see the removal of the cheetahs (and kings) from rugby union. this is effective at the close of the current season. (espn (uk))
  • The treaty on the prohibition of nuclear weapons was adopted with 122 countries voting in favour.

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July 07, 2017: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on July 07, 2017:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $80.20
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $142.90
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $68.70
  • General Electric GE: opens at $26.25
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $152.62

Exchange Rates on July 07, 2017:

  • 1 USD = 0.8769 EUR
  • 1 USD = 113.869 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.7758 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.3129 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.2877 CAD
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July 07, 2017: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 7th 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 07, 2017: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 07, 2017 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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July 07, 2017: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 07, 2017 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 07, 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 July 07, 2017 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 99% full, rising at 07:13 pm and setting at 05:11 am.

The previous full moon was on Jun 09, 2017 while the next full moon would come on Jul 09, 2017.

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Who was born on July 07, 2017?


Whose famous birthday is on July 7th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 7th:

  • Matthew Espinosa
    Matthew Espinosa

    Matthew espinosa is a social media personality known for his popularity on the now-defunct video app vine and for his presence on other...

  • Ringo Starr
    Ringo Starr

    British singer, actor, and drummer.

  • Shelley Duvall
    Shelley Duvall

    Shelley duvall is an american actress and producer known for her roles in iconic films such as the shining and popeye.

  • Jack Whitehall
    Jack Whitehall

    Jack whitehall is a british tv actor known for his roles in popular tv shows and stand-up comedy performances.

  • Bérénice Bejo
    Bérénice Bejo

    Argentine-french actress.

  • Mo Collins
    Mo Collins

    American actress, comedian and screenwriter.

  • Troy Garity
    Troy Garity

    American notable family, the son and daughter of jane fonda, actress, and tom hayden, politician.

  • Cree Summer
    Cree Summer

    Cree Summer is a Canadian-American actress known for her voice acting roles in animated series and video games.

  • Joe Spano
    Joe Spano

    San francisco, california -- actor (henry goldblume hill st blues).

  • Dylan Sprayberry
    Dylan Sprayberry

    Movie actor.

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July 07, 2017: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 6 years 10 months old,

or 82 months

or 356 weeks and 4 days old,

or 2496 days old,

if you were born on July 07, 2017.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 07, 2017?

There are 61 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday July 7th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 07, 2017?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on July 07, 2017.

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July 07, 2017: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on July 07, 2017:

  • Frances Houle

    Renowned for her research in organic chemistry and photochemistry.

  • Danny Daniels
  • Angelo Beltempo
  • Foscarina Rozzo
  • Suzanne Chaisemartin
  • Håkan Carlqvist
  • Marina Ratner
  • Werner Hamacher
  • Denis Vaughan

What famous deaths happened on July 7th?

Famous deaths on July 7th:

  • Veronica Lake
    Veronica Lake

    Veronica lake was an american film actress known for her femme fatale roles and her signature peek-a-boo hairstyle.

  • Vivien Leigh
    Vivien Leigh

    Born in india, british actress who was the first from england to win the oscar for best actress (1939).

  • Norman Foster
    Norman Foster

    Foster and partners was founded by baron foster of thames bank english architect.

  • Flora Robson
    Flora Robson

    South shields (england) -- actress (dominique is dead).

  • Dilip Kumar
    Dilip Kumar

    Indian film actor (b. 1922).

  • Reginald Gardiner
    Reginald Gardiner

    Wimbledon, england -- actor (great dictator).

  • Arthur Conan Doyle
    Arthur Conan Doyle

    Scottish writer, best known for creating the modern detective story and the characters sherlock holmes (and his colleague dr.

  • Moshood Abiola

    Moshood Abiola was a Nigerian businessman, publisher, and politician who was the presumed winner of the 1993 Nigerian presidential election.

  • Briyan Doyle

    Scottish author and physician, best known for creating Sherlock Holmes.

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July 07, 2017: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on July 07, 2017:

  • Russia and Ukraine - Ivan Kupala
  • United Kingdom - July 7th Bombings remembrance day
  • Bhutan - Guru Rinpoche
  • Roman Empire - Nonae Caprotinae festival in honor of Juno
  • Tanzania - Saba Saba Day (or Peasants' Day, founding of the TANU party, 1954)
  • Solomon Islands - Independence Day (1978)
  • Spain - San Fermfn festival or running of the bulls, in Pamplona, Navarre.
  • Worldwide - Bungie Day
  • United States - Bonza bottler day
  • Japan - Tanabata

Observances on July 07, 2017:

  • World Kiswahili Language Day [UNESCO]
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July 07, 2017: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on July 07, 2017 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 07, 2017: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 07, 2017 was Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber, according to the music chart for the week July 3rd and July 9th.

July 07, 2017: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on July 07, 2017 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. - Despacito
  2. - I'm The One
  3. - That's What I Like
  4. - Wild Thoughts
  5. - Shape Of You

July 07, 2017: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 07, 2017 was I'm The One by DJ Khaled Featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance The Rapper & Lil Wayne, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 3rd and July 9th.

July 07, 2017: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on July 07, 2017 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. - I'm The One
  2. - That's What I Like
  3. - Wild Thoughts
  4. - Humble.
  5. - Mask Off

July 07, 2017: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on July 07, 2017 was Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber, according to the Latin music chart for the week July 3rd and July 9th.

July 07, 2017: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on July 07, 2017 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. - Despacito
  2. - Felices Los 4
  3. - Escapate Conmigo
  4. - Subeme La Radio
  5. - Chantaje

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July 07, 2017: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on July 07, 2017 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

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

The Bye Bye Man

The Bye Bye Man

Release year: 2017

Written by:

Directed by: Stacy Title

Starring: Douglas Smith, Lucien Laviscount, Cressida Bonas, Michael Trucco

Country: United States of America

July 07, 2017: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on July 07, 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:

Gypsy

Gypsy

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Emile Ardolino

Love Connection

Love Connection

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Joseph L Leath

Wonder Woman

Wonder Woman

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Patty Jenkins

Dear White People

Dear White People

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Justin Simien

The Circle

The Circle

Release year: 2017

Directed by: James Ponsoldt

July 07, 2017: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on July 07, 2017 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Duchess by Danielle Steel

The Duchess

By:

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * Danielle Steel is a remarkable author who takes us to nineteenth century England where a young, high-achieving woman is forced into the world. This begins a journey that will lead her to survival, sensuality and …

Use of Force by Brad Thor

Use of Force

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Brad Thor's latest adventure is a pulse-pounding thriller that will shock the rest of the genre. "Use of Force" 2017 ."-- The Real Book Spy from #1 New York Times bestseller Brad Thor.

Murder Games by James Patterson

Murder Games

By:

Dr. Dylan Reinhart may have saved someone's life. Dylan Reinhart is the author of The Book on Criminal Behavior. Literally, Reinhart is a well-respected and bestselling Ivy League expert in criminal behavior.

Hillbilly Elegy by J. D. Vance

Hillbilly Elegy

By:

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER NAMED BY THE TIMES "6 BOOKS to HELP UNDERSTAND Trump's WIN" AND SOON A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE DIRECTED RON HOWARD "You won't read a more important American book this year. "--The

The Identicals by Elin Hilderbrand

The Identicals

By:

The Instant New York Times Bestseller and USA Today BestsellerHarper Frost and USA Today BestsellerIdentical twins who could not look more alike...or have a more different life. She doesn't care about what others think of her.

July 07, 2017: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on July 07, 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 July 07, 2017?

On July 07, 2017 the US President was Donald John Trump (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 07, 2017?

On July 07, 2017 the UK Prime Minister was Theresa May (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on July 07, 2017?

On July 07, 2017 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about July 7th?

July 7th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 7th 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 7th, such as:

  • 2019 - War in afghanistan, 2019 ghazni bombing: nearly 200 people are injured and 14 are killed in a suicide bombing carried out by the taliban in ghazni (afghanistan).
  • 2018 - 2018 phuket boat capsize: with 15 people still missing, the death toll from a phuket tourist boat accident has risen to 41.
  • 2017 - Sinai insurgency. masked militants attacked an egyptian army checkpoint south of rafah in north sinai governorate. at least 23 soldiers were killed, including a colonel in the special forces. later, the islamic state of iraq & syria claimed responsibility. vbied and signal jamming were part of the attack.

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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 July 2017?

July 2017 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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