Thursday October 12, 2006: on this day

October 12, 2006 was the 285th day of the year 2006, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is October 12, 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 October 12, 2006, who was born and died on October 12, 2006, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 12, 2006, which were the most popular songs (ex. SexyBack by Justin Timberlake), movies (e.g. The Prestige, directed by Christopher Nolan), TV series (e.g. Simon Schama'S Power Of Art) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 12th, 2006 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 12, 2006?


October 12, 2006 was a Thursday and it was the 285th day of the year 2006 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 12, 2006 can also be written as 10/12/2006 in the US and as 12/10/2006 in UK and Europe.

October 12, 2006 in October 2006 calendar

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October 12, 2006: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 12, 2006:

  • Federal reserve believes that the united states has moderate or mixed economic growth. however, there is widespread cooling in the housing market.
  • Janjaweed militia members attack sudanese refugees in the darfur region of eastern chad. (bbc).
  • According to reports, nine palestinians were killed in an israeli raid on the gaza strip.
  • Despite significant lobbying efforts from the government of turkey, the french parliament approves a bill that criminalizes armenian genocide denience.
  • The report of the new zealand auditor general on 2005 election funding has been released. nz$1.17 million dollars was illegally spent during the election. seven parties were involved, with more than half being labour. labour immediately promised to repay the money.
  • Iraq insurgency:
  • 11 people are killed in a gun attack at the baghdad office of a satellite television station.
  • Sir richard dannatt (chief of the general staff, head of the british army) gives an interview in which he stated that british forces should be expelled from iraq soon as they are causing security problems.
  • Workers begin to demolish the nickel mines amish schoolhouse, pennsylvania. five girls were killed and five more were hurt in the shooting.
  • Orhan pamuk, a turkish writer, won the 2006 nobel prize in literature. his novels explore ampquotnew symbols for clashing and interlacing culturesampquot.
  • Iraq insurgency: 11 people are killed in a gun attack at the baghdad office of a satellite television station. (bbc).sir richard dannatt is chief of the general staff, and head of the british army. he says that the presence of british troops in iraq "exacerbates security problems".
  • Sir richard dannatt (chief of the general staff, head of the british army) gives an interview in which he stated that british forces must "get out soon" from iraq because their presence "exacerbates security problems".

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October 12, 2006: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on October 12, 2006:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $66.88
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $73.61
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $27.58
  • General Electric GE: opens at $36.25
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $84.20

Exchange Rates on October 12, 2006:

  • 1 USD = 119.33 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.1337 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.2682 CHF
  • 1 USD = 7.9143 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 149.88 JPY
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October 12, 2006: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 12th 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 12, 2006: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 12, 2006 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on October 12th, 2006 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 12, 2006: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 12, 2006 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 12, 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 October 12, 2006 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 52% full, rising at 09:19 pm and setting at 02:29 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 07, 2006 while the next full moon would come on Nov 05, 2006.

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Who was born on October 12, 2006?


Whose famous birthday is on October 12th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 12th:

  • Hugh Jackman
    Hugh Jackman

    Australian producer and actor who is involved with film, musical theatre and television.

  • Josh Hutcherson
    Josh Hutcherson

    Josh hutcherson is an american actor known for his role as peeta mellark in the hunger games film series.

  • Young Jeezy
    Young Jeezy

    Young jeezy, also known as jeezy, is an american rapper and actor known for his contributions to the hip-hop genre and his hit singles such...

  • Brigitte Lahaie
    Brigitte Lahaie

    French radio talk show host, actress in mainstream films and former pornographic actor of x-rated movies.

  • Akshara Haasan
    Akshara Haasan

    Indian film actress known for her work in Tamil cinema.

  • Luciano Pavarotti
    Luciano Pavarotti

    He is an italian operatic tenor who has been a star for hundreds of recordings and international performances.

  • Doona Bae
    Doona Bae

    Doona bae is a south korean actress known for her roles in popular films such as the host and cloud atlas.

  • Tyler Blackburn
    Tyler Blackburn

    Tyler blackburn is a tv actor known for his role as caleb rivers in the tv series pretty little liars.

  • Kirk Cameron
    Kirk Cameron

    American actor best known for his role in the abc sitcom "growing pains" as the loving, wholesome child.

  • Susan Anton
    Susan Anton

    American actress, singer and dancer.

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October 12, 2006: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 17 years 5 months old,

or 209 months and 17 days old,

or 911 weeks and 1 day old,

or 6378 days old,

if you were born on October 12, 2006.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 12, 2006?

There are 197 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday October 12th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 12, 2006?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on October 12, 2006.

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October 12, 2006: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 12, 2006:

  • Gillo Pontecorvo

    Italian screenwriter and director (d. 2006).

  • Angelika Machinek

    German glider pilot (b. 1956).

  • Carlo Acutis
  • Todd Bolender
  • Eugène Martin
  • Dino Monduzzi
  • Douk Saga

What famous deaths happened on October 12th?

Famous deaths on October 12th:

  • John Denver
    John Denver

    American folk singer, recording artist and club performer.

  • Sonja Henie
    Sonja Henie

    The norwegian champion ice skater, with over 257 medals and cups.

  • Joan Leslie
    Joan Leslie

    American actress, dancer, and vaudevillian (b. 1925).

  • Leon Ames
    Leon Ames

    Actor (father to the bride), passes away at 91 after suffering a stroke.

  • Sheila Florance
    Sheila Florance

    Australian actress in television and film (born 1916).

  • Conchata Ferrell
    Conchata Ferrell

    American actress (d. 2020).

  • Doris Davenport
    Doris Davenport

    Actress (behind the news westerner), dies in 81.

  • Nat Pendleton
    Nat Pendleton

    Olympic wrestler/actor (reckless) dies at 72.

  • Aline MacMahon
    Aline MacMahon

    Us actress, backdoor to heaven, dies at 92.

  • Johnny Olson
    Johnny Olson

    American game show announcer price is right, dies at 75.

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October 12, 2006: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 12, 2006:

  • El Dia de la Raza - Latin America.
  • French Republican Calendar - Chanvre (Hemp) Day, twenty-first day in the Month of VendTmiaire
  • Columbus Day (traditionally) - United States.
  • Spain - Hispanic Day, National Day
  • Malawi - Mother's Day
  • Equatorial Guinea - Independence Day (from Spain, 1968)
  • Also see October 12 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • RC Saints - Our Lady of the Pillar (Zaragoza, Spain); Saint Wilfrid
  • St. Fiace
  • Roman festivals - Fortuna Redux, last day of the Ludi Augustales
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October 12, 2006: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 12, 2006 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 9th and October 15th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 12, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 12, 2006 was SexyBack by Justin Timberlake, according to the music chart for the week October 9th and October 15th.

October 12, 2006: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 12, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 9th and October 15th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - SexyBack youtube
  2. - Money Maker
  3. - Lips Of An Angel
  4. - How To Save A Life
  5. - Chasing Cars

October 12, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 12, 2006 was America by Razorlight, according to the music chart for the week October 9th and October 15th.

October 12, 2006: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 12, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 9th and October 15th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - America
  2. - I Don't Feel Like Dancin'
  3. - Welcome To The Black Parade
  4. - Rock This Party (Everybody Dance Now)
  5. - When You Were Young

October 12, 2006: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 12, 2006 was Say Goodbye by Chris Brown, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 9th and October 15th.

October 12, 2006: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 12, 2006 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 9th and October 15th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Say Goodbye
  2. - Money Maker
  3. - Pullin' Me Back
  4. - Ring The Alarm
  5. - S.E.X.

October 12, 2006: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on October 12, 2006 was Ni Una Sola Palabra by Paulina Rubio, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 9th and October 15th.

October 12, 2006: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on October 12, 2006 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 9th and October 15th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Ni Una Sola Palabra
  2. - Labios Compartidos
  3. - Antes De Que Te Vayas
  4. - Pam Pam
  5. - Tengo Un Amor

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October 12, 2006: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 12, 2006 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Prestige

The Prestige

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Christopher Nolan

Starring: Christian Bale, Hugh Jackman, Scarlett Johansson, Michael Caine

Country: United States of America

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

October 12, 2006: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 12, 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:

Simon Schama's Power of Art

Simon Schama's Power of Art

Release year: 2006

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

Frisky Dingo

Frisky Dingo

Release year: 2006

Country: United States of America

October 12, 2006: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 12, 2006 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Fragile Things by Neil Gaiman

Fragile Things

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"A prodigiously imaginative collection."--New York Times Book Review, Editor's Choice "Dazzling tales from a master of the fantastic."--Washington Post Book World Fragile Things is a sterling collection of exceptional tales from Neil Gaiman,

Culture Warrior by Bill O'Reilly

Culture Warrior

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The most powerful and traditional American media force is now free to do what he does best: he has three consecutive #1 bestsellers, plus more than 4,000,000 copies of his books printed.

Imperium by Robert Harris

Imperium

By:

Robert Harris, a master of historical fiction, lures readers back to the captivating life of Roman senator Marcus Cicero in his "most outstanding work to date" (Los Angeles Times).

For One More Day by Mitch Albom

For One More Day

By:

A new novel from the author of The Five People You Meet In Heaven and Tuesdays With Morrie, which millions of readers have been eagerly awaiting.

Under Orders by Dick Francis

Under Orders

By:

Sid is well aware of the dangers of racing, but back in his day jockeys rarely crossed the finish line with more than three.

October 12, 2006: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on October 12, 2006 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Age of Pirates: Caribbean Tales

Age of Pirates: Caribbean Tales

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Role-playing video game

Publisher: 1C Company, Playlogic

Atelier Iris 3: Grand Fantasm

Atelier Iris 3: Grand Fantasm

Platform: PlayStation 2

Genre: Role-playing

Publisher: JP Gust Co. Ltd.; NA NIS America; AUS THQ; EU Koei

3rd World Farmer

3rd World Farmer

Genre: Business Serious Games

Publisher: ArcadeTown, Newgrounds, Edmodo

North American box cover

North American box cover

Platform: PlayStation Portable

Publisher: Namco Bandai Games

The Ant Bully

The Ant Bully

Platform: PlayStation 2, GameCube, Game Boy Advance, Microsoft Windows, Wii

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Midway Games

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Who was the US President on October 12, 2006?

On October 12, 2006 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 12, 2006?

On October 12, 2006 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on October 12, 2006?

On October 12, 2006 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about October 12th?

October 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th 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 12th, such as:

  • 2018 - Wedding of princess eugenie & jack brooksbank: in the second british royal wedding of 2018, princess eugenie wed jack brooksbank at st george's chapel windsor castle.
  • 2017 - In the kurram valley, pakistani forces rescue joshua boyle, an american citizen, and their family from north-west pakistani war. the taliban had kidnapped the family in afghanistan's wardak province five years ago. (global news),
  • 2016 - Iraqi civil war: haider al-abadi, the iraqi prime minister rejects turkey’s claim that turkish forces should be part of an operation to retake mosul from militant-held forces.

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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 October 2006?

October 2006 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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