What happened on Thursday August 10, 2006?

Here's what happened on August 10, 2006:

• Transatlantic Terrorist Plot Foiled in London On August 10, 2006, the London Metropolitan Police successfully disrupted a major terrorist plot targeting aircraft traveling from the United Kingdom to the United States. As a result of the investigation, 21 arrests were made, and strict new security measures were immediately implemented, including a comprehensive ban on liquids and gels in both checked and carry-on baggage.
• International Intelligence Collaboration Pakistan's intelligence agency reported that British intelligence played a crucial role in uncovering the terrorist plot. CNN sources indicated that British intelligence officials prompted rapid action following recent arrests in Pakistan.
• Presidential Statement on Terrorism President George W. Bush described the plot as evidence of America's ongoing conflict with what he termed 'Islamic fascists'. This statement was criticized by organizations like the Council on American-Islamic Relations and the Muslim Public Affairs Council, who discouraged the use of such inflammatory language.
• National Guard Activation at Logan Airport Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney activated the National Guard to enhance security measures at Logan International Airport in response to the terrorist threat.
• Airport Disruptions and Security Measures Heathrow Airport was temporarily closed to European flights, with bans on short-duration flights and most types of hand luggage, leading to significant airport congestion.
• Additional Terrorism-Related Arrests Two men were arrested in Marietta, Ohio, USA for money laundering in connection with terrorism. Authorities found passenger lists and airport security checkpoint information in their possession.
• Super Typhoon Saomai Impacts China Super Typhoon Saomai made landfall in Wenzhou, Zhejiang province, China, resulting in the evacuation of over 1.5 million people.

Events in 2006

August 10, 2006: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Aug. 10, 2006

August 10, 2006: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on August 10, 2006:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $68.97
• Apple AAPL: opens at $63.25
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $24.37
• General Electric GE: opens at $32.24
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $75.20

Exchange Rates on August 10, 2006:

• 1 USD = 115.22 JPY
• 1 USD = 1.1271 CAD
• 1 USD = 1.2338 CHF
• 1 USD = 7.9708 CNY
• 1 EUR = 147.42 JPY

August 10, 2006 was a Thursday and it was the 222nd day of the year 2006 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 10, 2006 can also be written as 8/10/2006 in the US and as 10/8/2006 in UK and Europe.

August 10, 2006 in August 2006 calendar

August 10, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 10, 2006 was Let the Lower Lights be Burning by Harry Anthony & James F. Harrison, according to the music chart for the week August 7th and August 13th.

1. Harry Anthony & James F. Harrison - Let the Lower Lights be Burning
2. Nelly Furtado - Promiscuous
3. Gnarls Barkley - Crazy
4. Cassie - Me & U
5. Beyonce - Deja Vu

August 10, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 10, 2006 was Hips Don't Lie by Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean, according to the music chart for the week August 7th and August 13th.

1. Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean - Hips Don't Lie
2. Christina Aguilera - Ain't No Other Man
3. Rihanna - Unfaithful
4. Cascada - Everytime We Touch
5. James Morrison - You Give Me Something

August 10, 2006: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 10, 2006 was Shoulder Lean by Young Dro Featuring T.I., according to the music chart for the week August 7th and August 13th.

1. Young Dro Featuring T.I. - Shoulder Lean
2. Ne-Yo - Sexy Love
3. Cassie - Me & U
4. Beyonce Featuring Jay Z - Deja Vu
5. Chingy Featuring Tyrese - Pullin' Me Back

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 10th is Leo.

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August 10, 2006: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 10, 2006 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 10, 2006 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 10, 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 August 10, 2006 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 93% full, rising at 09:00 pm and setting at 08:32 am.

The previous full moon was on Aug 09, 2006 while the next full moon would come on Sep 07, 2006.

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Your place in the Universe on August 10, 2006

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Someone born on August 10, 2006 is:

18 years 9 months old,

or 225 months and 14 days old,

or 980 weeks and 2 days old,

or 6862 days old,

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