Sunday February 14, 2016: on this day

February 14, 2016 was the 45th day of the year 2016, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is February 14, 2016 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on February 14, 2016, who was born and died on February 14, 2016, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 14, 2016, which were the most popular songs (ex. Love Yourself by Justin Bieber), movies (e.g. Triple 9, directed by John Hillcoat), TV series (e.g. Born This Way) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 14th, 2016 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 14, 2016?


February 14, 2016 was a Sunday and it was the 45th day of the year 2016 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 14, 2016 can also be written as 2/14/2016 in the US and as 14/2/2016 in UK and Europe.

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February 14, 2016: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 14, 2016:

  • War in afghanistan: according to the united nations, civilian casualties reached an all-time high in 2015. at least 3,545 noncombatants were killed, and 7,457 were injured.
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  • Prime minister ahmet davutoglu stated that turkey will continue to attack kurdish ypg fighters near syria's border, despite increasing pressure to end the attacks.
  • Syria condemns turkish military action in northern syria against kurdish fighters and asks for un action in writing to the secretary general and president of the security council on these violations.
  • France and the united states call on turkey not to continue shelling the ypg north of syria.
  • Saudi arabian-led intervention into yemen: saudi air defences intercepted a scud missile from yemen that was heading towards khamis mushait in the southwestern 'asir region. (the washington post.) the united arab emirates (uae), reports that one of its soldiers was killed fighting the houthis in yemen.
  • Saudi air defenses intercepted a scud missile from yemen that was headed towards khamis mushait in the southwestern 'asir region.
  • According to the united arab emirates (uae), one of its soldiers was killed fighting the houthis in yemen.
  • Conflict between israel and palestine: israel claims that its forces killed five palestinian attackers in three separate incidents.
  • The royal opera house in london hosts the 69th british academy film awards. (ap via yahoo! news: the revenant wins best movie with leonardo dicaprio as the lead actor. he won the bafta award in best actor in leading role.
  • The revenant won best film, with leonardo dicaprio as the lead actor winning the bafta award in best actor in leading role.
  • 2016 christchurch earthquake: according to the u.s. geological survey, a magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck christchurch in new zealand. according to the st. john ambulance service, several people sustained minor injuries as they fled the quake. however, there was no immediate report of any serious damage.
  • According to the u.s. geological survey, christchurch was struck by a magnitude 5.8 earthquake. according to the st. john ambulance service, several people sustained minor injuries as they fled from the earthquake. however, there was no immediate report of any serious damage.
  • The northeastern united states continues to experience cold snaps with record lows expected in major cities such as new york city and philadelphia.
  • In a car accident near stockholm, sweden, all four members of viola beach's british indie band and their manager were killed.
  • 2016 taiwan earthquake: the death toll from the earthquake has risen to 116. tainan's disaster management office has announced that search and rescue operations are over. yesterday was the last day that a body was found. ninety-six of the 289 people who were rescued are still in hospital.
  • Crews rescue 48 victims from cannon mountain tram cars that were stuck at 40 feet above the ground in new hampshire's white mountains.
  • European migration crisis: slovenia announces it will reduce the number of migrants allowed to enter its country.
  • Slovenia announced that it would restrict the entry of migrants to the country.
  • Central african general election 2015-16: central african republic voters go to the polls to vote in the second round in the presidential election. this runoff is between faustin archange touadera (2008) and anicet georges dologuele (1999–2001).
  • Jocelerme prvert has been elected interim president of haiti, pending elections later in the year.
  • U.s. national basketball association: in toronto, canada, the 2016 nba all-star game will be played. the western conference all-stars defeated the eastern conference all-stars 196-173.
  • The 2016 nba all-star game will be held in toronto, canada. the western conference all-stars defeated the eastern conference all-stars, 196 to 173.

February 14, 2016: What were the magazines covers that day?

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February 14, 2016: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on February 14, 2016:

  • 1 USD = 0.8899 EUR
  • 1 USD = 113.52 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.6893 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.4066 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.3855 CAD

February 14, 2016: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

  • Fiorentina - Inter : 2 - 1
  • Milan - Genoa : 2 - 1
  • Palermo - Torino : 1 - 3
  • Sampdoria - Atalanta : 0 - 0
  • Udinese - Bologna : 0 - 1

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Oostende - Club Brugge : 0 - 2
  • St Truiden - Mechelen : 0 - 3
  • Westerlo - Standard : 2 - 0

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Augsburg - Bayern Munich : 1 - 3
  • Hamburg - M'gladbach : 3 - 2

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Braunschweig - Bielefeld : 1 - 0
  • Freiburg - Fortuna Dusseldorf : 1 - 2
  • Union Berlin - Munich 1860 : 3 - 0
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February 14, 2016: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 14th is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 14, 2016: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 14, 2016 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on February 14th, 2016 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 14, 2016: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

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The moon phase on February 14, 2016 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 14, 2016 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 February 14, 2016 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 49% full, rising at 10:36 am and setting at 12:42 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 24, 2016 while the next full moon would come on Feb 22, 2016.

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Who was born on February 14, 2016?


Whose famous birthday is on February 14th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 14th:

  • Gregory Hines
    Gregory Hines

    Gregory Hines was a talented American dancer and actor, known for his contributions to tap dancing.

  • Simon Pegg
    Simon Pegg

    Simon pegg is a british actor, comedian, and writer known for his roles in popular movies such as shaun of the dead, hot fuzz, and the...

  • Freddie Highmore
    Freddie Highmore

    Freddie highmore is a british actor known for his roles in movies and tv shows such as finding neverland, charlie and the chocolate factory,...

  • Rob Thomas
    Rob Thomas

    American musician (matchbox twenty).

  • Meg Tilly
    Meg Tilly

    Meg Tilly is a Canadian actress and novelist known for her roles in films like 'The Big Chill' and 'Agnes of God.

  • Florence Henderson
    Florence Henderson

    American actress and singer on stage, tv and film.

  • Tina Aumont
    Tina Aumont

    French actress, born in america to jean-pierre aumont and maria montez.

  • Lois Maxwell
    Lois Maxwell

    Canadian-australian model and actress (d. 2007).

  • Danai Gurira
    Danai Gurira

    Tv actress.

  • Hugh Downs
    Hugh Downs

    American television personality.

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February 14, 2016: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 8 years 1 month old,

or 97 months and 5 days old,

or 422 weeks and 2 days old,

or 2956 days old,

if you were born on February 14, 2016.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 14, 2016?

There are 332 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday February 14th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 14, 2016?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on February 14, 2016.

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February 14, 2016: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 14, 2016:

  • Eric Lubbock

    4th baron avebury, english lieutenant, engineer, and politician (b. 1928).

  • Steven Stucky

    American composer and academic (b. 1949).

  • Elena Rizzieri
  • Wiesław Rudkowski
  • Nicolao Merker
  • Muriel Casals

What famous deaths happened on February 14th?

Famous deaths on February 14th:

  • Louis Jourdan
    Louis Jourdan

    French television and film actor.

  • Sig Ruman
    Sig Ruman

    Actor (schultz life with luigi), dead at 82.

  • Tom Burke
    Tom Burke

    American runner (born 1875).

  • Pelham Grenville Wodehouse

    Famous English author known for his humorous novels and short stories.

  • Hiren Mukherjee

    Indian politician and freedom fighter who served as the Speaker of Lok Sabha.

  • Wahneta Trotter

    Pioneering African American journalist and editor.

  • Cecylia Wolff

    Prolific author of novels and short stories.

  • Lavontay Johnson

    Young entrepreneur tragically killed at the age of 2..

  • Crews Allen

    Renowned astronomer known for his work on stellar classification.

  • Lavontay White

    Tragically killed in a shooting at the age of 2..

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February 14, 2016: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 14, 2016:

  • Denmark - Fastelavn. Children dress up, much like Halloween in the US.
  • Arizona - Admission Day (1912).
  • Mexico - Day of National Mourning (1831).
  • Oregon - Admission Day (1859).
  • Western World - Valentine's Day.
  • Iraq - 'Communist Martyrs Day' celebrated by Iraqi Communist Party.
  • Europe/Catholicism - Feast day of Saints Cyril and Methodius, patron saints of Europe.

Saints celebrated on February 14, 2016:

  • Saint Abraham (d. 422)
  • Saint Valentine (d. 422).
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February 14, 2016: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 14, 2016 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 8th and February 14th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 14, 2016: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 14, 2016 was Love Yourself by Justin Bieber, according to the music chart for the week February 8th and February 14th.

February 14, 2016: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 14, 2016 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 8th and February 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Love Yourself
  2. - Sorry
  3. - Stressed Out
  4. - Hello
  5. - My House

February 14, 2016: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 14, 2016 was Work by Rihanna Featuring Drake, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 8th and February 14th.

February 14, 2016: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 14, 2016 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 8th and February 14th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Work
  2. - Here
  3. - Me, Myself & I
  4. - In The Night
  5. - Hotline Bling

February 14, 2016: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on February 14, 2016 was Ginza by J Balvin, according to the Latin music chart for the week February 8th and February 14th.

February 14, 2016: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on February 14, 2016 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week February 8th and February 14th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Ginza
  2. - Solo Con Verte
  3. - El Perdon
  4. - Hasta El Amanecer
  5. - Encantadora

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February 14, 2016: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 14, 2016 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Triple 9

Triple 9

Release year: 2016

Directed by: John Hillcoat

Starring: Casey Affleck, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Anthony Mackie, Aaron Paul

Country: United States of America

Maggie's Plan

Maggie's Plan

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Rebecca Miller

Starring: Greta Gerwig, Ethan Hawke, Julianne Moore, Maya Rudolph

Country: United States of America

The Vatican Tapes

The Vatican Tapes

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Mark Neveldine

Starring: Olivia Taylor Dudley, Michael Peña, Dougray Scott, Djimon Hounsou

Country: United States of America

In Dubious Battle

In Dubious Battle

Release year: 2016

Directed by: James Franco

Starring: James Franco, Selena Gomez, Robert Duvall, Vincent D'onofrio, Bryan Cranston, Sam Shepard, Danny McBride, Ed Harris, John Savage, Analeigh Tipton, Ashley Greene, Zach Braff

Country: United States of America

Monster Trucks

Monster Trucks

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Chris Wedge

Starring: Lucas Till, Jane Levy, Barry Pepper, Rob Lowe, Danny Glover, Amy Ryan

Country: United States of America

February 14, 2016: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 14, 2016 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Born This Way

Born This Way

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Shaun Kadlec

Zak Storm

Zak Storm

Release year: 2016

Country: United States of America

Stuck in the Middle

Stuck in the Middle

Release year: 2016

Country: United States of America

February 14, 2016: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 14, 2016 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Spider Game by Christine Feehan

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GhostWalker is the latest novel by #1 New York Times bestseller author Viper Game. A trained killer meets his match with a woman whose kiss can break a heart.

My Name is Lucy Barton by Elizabeth Strout

My Name is Lucy Barton

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * Elizabeth Strout, the Pulitzer Prize winner, has a new book to celebrate. Her bestsellers, Olive Kitteridge, and The Burgess Boys have revealed our most intimate relationships.

Brotherhood in Death by J.D. Robb

Brotherhood in Death

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In this riveting novel from the #1 New York Times bestseller In Death series Lieutenant Eve Dallas is caught up in a conspiracy as she investigates the disappearance a former U.S. citizen.

Me Before You by Jojo Moyes

Me Before You

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Jojo's new novel, Still Me, featuring Louisa Clark, Me Before You and After You is coming soon! They shared nothing until they fell in love.

Breakdown by Jonathan Kellerman

Breakdown

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * Jonathan Kellerman is widely regarded as the master of psychological suspense and his blockbuster thriller with Alex Delaware and Milo Sturgis demonstrates that he is today's foremost practitioner of saber sharp storytelling.

February 14, 2016: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 14, 2016 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Space Hulk: Deathwing

Space Hulk: Deathwing

Platform: Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: Focus Home Interactive

Lego Marvel's Avengers

Lego Marvel's Avengers

Platform: Microsoft Windows; Nintendo 3DS; OS X; PlayStation 3; PlayStation 4; PlayStation Vita; Wii U; Xbox 360; Xbox One

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment; Feral Interactive (OS X)

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2

Platform: Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Genre: Fighting, role-playing

Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment

Total War: Warhammer

Total War: Warhammer

Platform: Microsoft Windows OS X Linux

Genre: Turn-based strategy, real-time tactics

Publisher: Sega

Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Platform: Microsoft Windows; Nintendo 3DS; PlayStation 3; PlayStation 4; PlayStation Vita; Wii U; Xbox 360; Xbox One

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment

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Who was the US President on February 14, 2016?

On February 14, 2016 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 14, 2016?

On February 14, 2016 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 14, 2016?

On February 14, 2016 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about February 14th?

February 14th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 14th day of the month of February. 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 February 14th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 pulwama attack: at least 46 indian security personnel were killed in the suicide bomber's attack on his convoy of military vehicles driving along a jammu and kashmir highway.
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: russian planes strike ma'arrat hurma village, idlib, syria. seven civilians are killed and 10 more are injured.
  • 2017 - Conflicts in syria's idlib governorate: syrian civil war, clashes in idlib governorate (2017): rival fighters from tahrir al-sham and jund al-aqsa clashed in syria's northern idlib governorate. the conflict resulted "dozens" of deaths, according to the syrian observatory for human rights.

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What happened in 2016?

2016 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: A shooting occurs at a Tel Aviv pub, Israel. It leaves two people dead and eight others injured. The gunman was able to escape and perhaps killed his accomplice, an Arab taxi driver. His body was discovered nearby. The shooter was identified by the police as Nisa'at Melkham, a 30-year-old muslim from Ar'ara. He was also searched his house.
  • Two people are killed and eight others injured in a shooting at a Tel Aviv pub. The gunman was able to escape and perhaps killed his accomplice, an Arab taxi driver. His body was discovered nearby. The shooter was identified by the police as Nisa'at Melkham, a 30-year-old muslim from Ar'ara. He was also searched his house.
  • A 28-foot tall new statue of Jesus, called "Jesus de Greatest", was unveiled at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, Abajah village in Nigeria's Imo state. It is the largest known African Jesus statue.

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What was the calendar for February 2016?

February 2016 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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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