Thursday August 10, 2006: on this day

August 10, 2006 was the 222nd day of the year 2006, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is August 10, 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 August 10, 2006, who was born and died on August 10, 2006, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 10, 2006, which were the most popular songs (ex. Let the Lower Lights be Burning by Harry Anthony & James F. Harrison), movies (e.g. Shooter, directed by Antoine Fuqua), TV series (e.g. The Minor Accomplishments Of Jackie Woodman) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 10th, 2006 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 10, 2006?


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

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August 10, 2006: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 10, 2006:

  • Scotland yard stops a major terrorist plot against an aircraft travelling from the united kingdom into the united states.
  • Transatlantic plane plot for 2006:
  • Scotland yard announced that a terrorist plot to explode planes mid-flight between the uk and the us was foiled.
  • Pakistan's intelligence agency claims that british intelligence assisted in uncovering the plot. cnn reports that sources informed cnn that british intelligence officials convinced britain to quickly act after recent arrests in pakistan.
  • Massachusetts governor mitt romney activated the national guard in order to assist with security at logan international airport.
  • Heathrow airport was closed to all european flights due to bans on flights lasting three hours or less. due to the ban on most types of hand luggage, congestion builds.
  • Officials from intelligence claim that the suspects planned to conduct a dry run in the next two days, with the actual attack expected to take place within 10 days.
  • The plot was described by george w. bush, united states president. it is a stark reminder of the fact that america is at war against islamic fascists who will use every means to destroy freedom-loving americans and to harm our nationampquot. this condemnation came from the council on american-islamic relations as well as the muslim public affairs council which discourages the use of the term islamo-fascism.
  • Hugo chavez stated that fidel castro is fighting a great battle for his life, but expressed optimism about his recovery.
  • Two men were arrested in marietta, ohio usa for money laundering to support terrorism. the men were found with passenger lists and information about airport security checkpoints.
  • Super typhoon saomai makes landfall in wenzhou (zhejiang), evacuating more than 1.5 million chinese. (reuters), (bbc),

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


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

Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.

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

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

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

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Discover the planets positions on August 10th, 2006 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 10, 2006: What was the moon phase on that day?


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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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Who was born on August 10, 2006?


Whose famous birthday is on August 10th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 10th:

  • Mahesh Babu
    Mahesh Babu

    Mahesh babu is a prominent indian actor known for his work in telugu cinema.

  • Justin Theroux
    Justin Theroux

    Justin theroux is an american actor known for his roles in tv shows like the leftovers and films like mulholland drive and the girl on the...

  • Antonio Banderas
    Antonio Banderas

    He was a spanish actor who became a well-known leading man in spanish films.

  • Norma Shearer
    Norma Shearer

    Norma Shearer was a Canadian-American actress who was popular in the 1920s and 1930s.

  • Rosanna Arquette
    Rosanna Arquette

    American actress, born to a family of three generations liberal actors.

  • Angie Harmon
    Angie Harmon

    Angie harmon is an american actress and model known for her roles in tv shows such as law & order and rizzoli & isles.

  • Devon Aoki
    Devon Aoki

    Devon Aoki is a well-known model and actress.

  • Eddie Fisher
    Eddie Fisher

    American crooner from the 1950's.

  • Rhonda Fleming
    Rhonda Fleming

    American actress.

  • Diane Venora
    Diane Venora

    American actress.

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August 10, 2006: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 17 years 7 months old,

or 211 months and 18 days old,

or 920 weeks

or 6440 days old,

if you were born on August 10, 2006.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 10, 2006?

There are 135 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 10th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 10, 2006?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 10, 2006.

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August 10, 2006: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 10, 2006:

  • Brenno Fiumali
  • Angelo Frammartino
  • Guido Settembrino
  • Reinhold Steinhilb
  • Piero Zuffi
  • Irving São Paulo
  • Pierre Schwed

What famous deaths happened on August 10th?

Famous deaths on August 10th:

  • Isaac Hayes
    Isaac Hayes

    American singer, composer and black performer.

  • Raquel Torres
    Raquel Torres

    Raquel Torres was a Mexican-American actress who appeared in several Hollywood films during the 1920s and 1930s.

  • Dick Foran
    Dick Foran

    Flemington (new jersey) -- actor (ok crackerby).

  • Rex Cherryman
    Rex Cherryman

    American actor (born 1897).

  • Laylin Olsen

    Bestselling author of several acclaimed novels.

  • Zema Williams

    Legendary wrestler who made a mark in the wrestling world.

  • Sayeed Abubakar

    Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.

  • Alleta Jacobs

    Dutch suffragette and author known for her feminist writings.

  • Lysbeth de Vos

    Notable chemist known for her groundbreaking research in organic chemistry.

  • Jemina Boone

    Wife of famous frontiersman Daniel Boone.

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August 10, 2006: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 10, 2006:

  • Roman festivals - Opalia, festival in honor of Ops
  • Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 3 saints: St. Laurence
  • Prisoner's Justice Day - Canada.
  • Independence Day in Ecuador -- Movement began in Quito in 1809. Independence not achieved till May 1822.
  • St. Deusdedit
  • Ancient Latvia - Labrenca Diena held
  • St. Blaan
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August 10, 2006: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 10, 2006 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 7th and August 13th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


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.

August 10, 2006: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 10, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 7th and August 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Let the Lower Lights be Burning
  2. - Promiscuous
  3. - Crazy
  4. - Me & U
  5. - 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.

August 10, 2006: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 10, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 7th and August 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Hips Don't Lie
  2. - Ain't No Other Man
  3. - Unfaithful
  4. - Everytime We Touch
  5. - 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 R&B music chart for the week August 7th and August 13th.

August 10, 2006: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 10, 2006 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 7th and August 13th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Shoulder Lean
  2. - Sexy Love
  3. - Me & U
  4. - Deja Vu
  5. - Pullin' Me Back

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

The number 1 Latin song on August 10, 2006 was Labios Compartidos by Mana, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 7th and August 13th.

August 10, 2006: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 10, 2006 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 7th and August 13th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

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

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August 10, 2006: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 10, 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

August 10, 2006: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 10, 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:

The Minor Accomplishments of Jackie Woodman

The Minor Accomplishments of Jackie Woodman

Release year: 2006

Chain Reaction

Chain Reaction

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Andrew Davis

Eureka

Eureka

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Peter O'Fallon

Foursome

Foursome

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Claude d'Anna

Drop Dead Gorgeous

Drop Dead Gorgeous

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Philip Alderton

August 10, 2006: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 10, 2006 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Expected One by Kathleen McGowan

The Expected One

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A GRIPPING TRILLER AND A PROFOUND VISUAL JOURNEY THAT REVEALS ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT STORIES EVER TOLD! Mary Magdalene, a Mary Magdalene, hid a collection of scrolls in the rock two thousand years ago.

Can'T Wait To Get To Heaven by Fannie Flagg

Can'T Wait To Get To Heaven

By:

Fannie Flagg combines southern warmth with unabashed emotion, side-splitting humor, and southern warmth. She takes readers back in time to Elmwood Springs Missouri, where the most surprising and unexpected experiences of a high-spirited Octogenarian inspire.

The Husband by Dean Koontz

The Husband

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * Koontz is America's No. One author of thrillers [and] The Hunch is one of his finest novels ."--The Denver Post. We have your wife.

Myths, Lies, And Downright Stupidity by John Stossel

Myths, Lies, And Downright Stupidity

By:

John Stossel is a favorite of merica's investigative reporters and tackles some of our most beloved myths in his distinctive style. He challenges us to see life differently.

Insight by Sylvia Browne

Insight

By:

Sylvia Browne, a New York Times bestseller and author, shares intimate stories about her career as a psychic reader.

August 10, 2006: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 10, 2006 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Auto Assault

Auto Assault

Platform: Windows

Genre: Action MMOG

Publisher: NCSOFT

beatmania

beatmania

Platform: PlayStation 2

Genre: Music game

Publisher: Konami

Nicktoons: Battle for Volcano Island

Nicktoons: Battle for Volcano Island

Platform: Nintendo GameCube, Nintendo DS, PlayStation 2, Game Boy Advance

Genre: Action

Publisher: THQ

Caesar IV

Caesar IV

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: City-building

Publisher: Sierra Entertainment

Curious George

Curious George

Platform: Xbox Nintendo GameCube Game Boy Advance PlayStation 2 Microsoft Windows

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Namco Vivendi Games

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Who was the US President on August 10, 2006?

On August 10, 2006 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 10, 2006?

On August 10, 2006 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on August 10, 2006?

On August 10, 2006 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about August 10th?

August 10th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 10th day of the month of August. 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 August 10th, such as:

  • 2018 - Ghazni offensive, war in afghanistan: the taliban launch a large-scale military offensive in an attempt to take over ghazni in the southeastern part of afghanistan. this is a provincial capital located on the kabul–kandahar highway. they take over a portion of the city.
  • 2017 - Economy of the united states: new york state's gatehouse media has announced an agreement to purchase 11 u.s. newspapers owned by morris communications, georgia. the deal includes the log cabin democrat, which was founded in 1879 and three alaskan newspapers, the juneau empire clarion, peninsula clarion, and homer news. the deal is expected close by october 2. (adweek.) dineequity announced that it will close 160 applebee's restaurants and ihop restaurants.
  • 2016 - Ukrainian crisis: russia’s federal security service (fsb), claims it has stopped two armed ukrainian incursions in crimea. at least one of the officers was killed after a "massive fight" with "sabotage terrorist" groups. the russian claims are denied by ukraine.

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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 August 2006?

August 2006 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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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