Wednesday October 15, 2003: on this day

October 15, 2003 was the 288th day of the year 2003, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is October 15, 2003 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 15, 2003, who was born and died on October 15, 2003, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 15, 2003, which were the most popular songs (ex. Baby Boy by Beyonce), movies (e.g. The Bourne Identity, directed by Doug Liman), TV series (e.g. Shattered City: The Halifax Explosion) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 15th, 2003 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 15, 2003?


October 15, 2003 was a Wednesday and it was the 288th day of the year 2003 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 15, 2003 can also be written as 10/15/2003 in the US and as 15/10/2003 in UK and Europe.

October 15, 2003 in October 2003 calendar

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October 15, 2003: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 15, 2003:

  • After one of its ferries collided with a pier, the 2003 staten island ferry accident leaves 11 dead.
  • 2003 occupation of iraq: u.s. concessions made to russia, china and pakistan allow them to support a united nations security council resolution to give greater international legitimacy to the occupation force as well as the iraq interim governing council. the resolution draft, which legitimizes the us military and political control over iraq, was supported already by the united kingdom, spain and cameroon. russia accepts to be a
  • Israeli-palestinian conflict: four people are killed in a bomb attack against a convoy us diplomatic vehicles in gaza strip. in an exclusive interview with bbc news, yasser alafat, head of the palestinian authority, said that the bombing was 'dirty and shameful. according to a palestinian official, secretary of state colin powell calls prime minister ahmed qurei to urge him to take action to end violence and terrorism.
  • The supreme court of the united states accepted the hearing of "elk grove unified schools district v. newdow".
  • Literature: d.b.c., an australian-based novelist from ireland. pierre (real name peter finlay), wins the 2003 booker prize for vernon god little, his first novel. it is a humorous satire about a texas high school massacre.
  • Religion: anglican leaders around the globe meet at lambeth palace to try and avoid a schism over the issue of homosexuality within the clergy. robin eames, archbishop of armagh of the church of ireland, says that anglican communion is moving towards an ampquotconsensus positionampquot regarding homosexuality and clergy at its lambeth palace meeting.
  • The canadian alliance and the progressive conservative party of canada have reached a merger agreement. each party must ratify the deal to create the conservative party of canada before december 12. [11]
  • Azerbaijan: presidential elections. [12]
  • China sends yang liwei, its first astronaut into orbit, aboard a shenzhou spacecraft. shenzhou 5. the trip will take 21 hours and circle the planet 14 more times.
  • 2003 occupation of iraq: japan offers assistance to iraq in what could possibly be the first tranche of an overall of.
  • Anglican leaders around the globe meet at lambeth palace to try and avoid a schism over the issue of homosexuality among the clergy. robin eames, archbishop of armagh of the church of ireland, says that anglican communion is moving toward a consensus situation on homosexuality and clergy at its lambeth palace meeting.
  • Conflict between israel and palestine: the united states opposes a united nations security council resolution that condemns the israeli west bank barrier. [10]
  • Liverpool football club captain steven gerrard

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October 15, 2003: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on October 15, 2003:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $38.75
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $24.85
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $29.20
  • General Electric GE: opens at $29.41
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $93.90

Exchange Rates on October 15, 2003:

  • 1 USD = 109.54 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.328 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.3315 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 127.46 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.6977 GBP

October 15, 2003: What were the main match results that day?

Division 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Coventry - Wimbledon : 1 - 0
  • West Ham - Norwich : 1 - 1

Serie B - Football (Italy)

  • Ascoli - Venezia : 2 - 1
  • Atalanta - Pescara : 1 - 0
  • Genoa - Albinoleffe : 4 - 2
  • Livorno - Bari : 1 - 1
  • Messina - Piacenza : 2 - 0
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October 15, 2003: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 15th 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 15, 2003: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 15, 2003 is Goat and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on October 15th, 2003 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 15, 2003: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 15, 2003 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 15, 2003 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 15, 2003 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 67% full, rising at 09:15 pm and setting at 01:12 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 10, 2003 while the next full moon would come on Nov 09, 2003.

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Who was born on October 15, 2003?


Famous people born on October 15, 2003:

  • Dylan Borge
  • Chris Livingston
  • Valentin Nikolov

Whose famous birthday is on October 15th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 15th:

  • Tito Jackson
    Tito Jackson

    Tito jackson is a guitarist best known as a member of the famous jackson 5 band.

  • Kiko Mizuhara
    Kiko Mizuhara

    Kiko mizuhara is a japanese model known for her work in the fashion industry and her appearances in various magazines and fashion shows.

  • Penny Marshall
    Penny Marshall

    Penny marshall was an american actress, director, and producer, best known for her role as laverne defazio on the television sitcom laverne...

  • Keyshia Cole
    Keyshia Cole

    Keyshia cole is an american r&b singer known for her soulful voice and emotional lyrics.

  • Lee Iacocca
    Lee Iacocca

    American self-made man who rose to the top of the ford motor co.

  • Mira Nair
    Mira Nair

    Indian-american actress and producer.

  • Jean Peters
    Jean Peters

    American actress.

  • Jaci Velasquez
    Jaci Velasquez

    Rock singer.

  • Dominic West
    Dominic West

    Dominic west is a british actor known for his roles in the wire and the affair.

  • John Kenneth Galbraith
    John Kenneth Galbraith

    Economist (affluent society-58 hillman award).

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October 15, 2003: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 20 years 6 months old,

or 246 months and 9 days old,

or 1071 weeks

or 7497 days old,

if you were born on October 15, 2003.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old,

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 15, 2003?

There are 174 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday October 15th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 15, 2003?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on October 15, 2003.

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October 15, 2003: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 15, 2003:

  • Ben Metcalfe

    Canadian environmental activist (born 1919).

  • Pierre Chanal
  • Benny Lévy
  • Gian Franco Campobasso
  • Moktar Ould Daddah (مختار ولد داداه)
  • Yves Ravaleu

What famous deaths happened on October 15th?

Famous deaths on October 15th:

  • Pat O'Brien
    Pat O'Brien

    American actor.

  • Betty Driver
    Betty Driver

    English actress, singer, and author (b. 1920).

  • Edie Adams
    Edie Adams

    American actress and singer (born 1927).

  • Henny Porten
    Henny Porten

    German actress and one of the first silent film stars in germany.

  • Trestan Hart

    Acclaimed playwright whose works continue to be performed worldwide.

  • Dmonte Coleman

    Celebrated playwright known for his thought-provoking plays.

  • Govind Desai

    Renowned Indian novelist and Sahitya Akademi Award winner.

  • Jaree Al-Sabah

    Jaree Al-Sabah was a prominent Kuwaiti politician who served as the Prime Minister of Kuwait from 1978 to 1991.

  • Silvie Townsend

    Renowned British author known for her captivating novels.

  • Thaddeaus Koscuiszko

    Famous for his role in the American Revolutionary War and Polish independence efforts.

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October 15, 2003: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 15, 2003:

  • United States - White Cane Safety Day, National Grouch Day, Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day
  • R.C. Saints - Saint Teresa of Avila
  • Roman festivals - the Equirria or October equus: sacrifice of a horse to Mars
  • French Republican Calendar - Amaryllis (Amaryllis) Day, twenty-fourth day in the Month of VendTmiaire

Observances on October 15, 2003:

  • International Day of Rural Women
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October 15, 2003: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 15, 2003 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 13th and October 19th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 15, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 15, 2003 was Baby Boy by Beyonce, according to the music chart for the week October 13th and October 19th.

October 15, 2003: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 15, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 13th and October 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Baby Boy
  2. - Shake Ya Tailfeather
  3. - Get Low
  4. - Right Thurr
  5. - Damn!

October 15, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 15, 2003 was Where Is The Love? by The Black Eyed Peas, according to the music chart for the week October 13th and October 19th.

October 15, 2003: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 15, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 13th and October 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Where Is The Love?
  2. - I Believe In A Thing Called Love
  3. - Sweet Dreams My LA Ex
  4. - Superstar
  5. - White Flag

October 15, 2003: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 15, 2003 was Baby Boy by Beyonce Featuring Sean Paul, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 13th and October 19th.

October 15, 2003: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 15, 2003 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 13th and October 19th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Baby Boy
  2. - Damn!
  3. - Stand Up
  4. - Rain On Me
  5. - Get Low

October 15, 2003: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on October 15, 2003 was Antes by Obie Bermudez, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 13th and October 19th.

October 15, 2003: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on October 15, 2003 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 13th and October 19th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Antes
  2. - Un Siglo Sin Ti
  3. - Te Necesito
  4. - Hoy
  5. - Asignatura Pendiente

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October 15, 2003: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 15, 2003 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Bourne Identity

The Bourne Identity

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Doug Liman

Starring: Franka Potente, Matt Damon, Chris Cooper, Clive Owen

Country: United States of America

About Schmidt

About Schmidt

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Alexander Payne

Starring: Jack Nicholson, Hope Davis, Dermot Mulroney, Kathy Bates

Country: United States of America

Phone Booth

Phone Booth

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Joel Schumacher

Starring: Colin Farrell, Kiefer Sutherland, Forest Whitaker, Radha Mitchell

Country: United States of America

Roger Dodger

Roger Dodger

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Dylan Kidd

Starring: Campbell Scott, Jesse Eisenberg, Isabella Rossellini, Elizabeth Berkley

Country: United States of America

The Matrix Revolutions

The Matrix Revolutions

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski

Starring: Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, Hugo Weaving

Country: United States of America

October 15, 2003: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 15, 2003 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Shattered City: The Halifax Explosion

Shattered City: The Halifax Explosion

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Bruce Pittman

Peep Show

Peep Show

Release year: 2003

Written by:

Starring: David Mitchell, Robert Webb, Matt King, Olivia Colman

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Wild Card

Wild Card

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Simon West

Tru Calling

Tru Calling

Release year: 2003

Country: United States of America

Xiaolin Showdown

Xiaolin Showdown

Release year: 2003

Country: United States of America

October 15, 2003: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 15, 2003 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Remember When by Nora Roberts and J. D. Robb

Remember When

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Laine Tavish, a normal woman, lives an ordinary life in Angel's Gap (Maryland) as the owner of Remember When, an antique shop and gift shop.

A Series of Unfortunate Events No. 10: The Slippery Slope by Lemony Snicket

A Series of Unfortunate Events No. 10: The Slippery Slope

By:

Violet and Klaus attempt to follow their sister Violet, who is being held captive by Count Olaf while driving up the mountain in a fast car. They must first stop the caravan that is hurtling over a cliff.

Blacklist by Sara Paretsky

Blacklist

By:

Readers love sleuth V.I. Warshawski. She returns with a novel full of secrets and betrayals, spanning four generations. This is American crime fiction at its best.

Stone Cold by Robert B. Parker

Stone Cold

By:

Tony and Brianna Lincoln have just moved into Paradise. But they're not friendly. These urban thrill-seekers are destroying the neighborhood one after another, with Jesse Stone next.

The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown

The Da Vinci Code

By:

PREMIUM MASS Market Edition #1 Worldwide Bestseller - More Than 80 Million Copies Sold. The Da Vinci Code is an extraordinary reading experience that millions around the world have discovered.

October 15, 2003: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on October 15, 2003 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Combat Mission: Afrika Korps

Combat Mission: Afrika Korps

Platform: PC, Mac

Genre: Turn-based tactics, War sim

Publisher: CDV

Conspiracies

Conspiracies

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Adventure, Interactive movie

Publisher: NA Got Game Entertainment; EU GMX Media

Curse: The Eye of Isis

Curse: The Eye of Isis

Platform: Xbox PC PlayStation 2

Genre: Survival horror

Publisher: NA DreamCatcher Interactive; EU Wanadoo

APEX

APEX

Platform: Xbox

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Atari

December When There Is No Angel

December When There Is No Angel

Platform: Microsoft Windows PC

Genre: Eroge, Visual novel

Publisher: Leaf

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Who was the US President on October 15, 2003?

On October 15, 2003 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 15, 2003?

On October 15, 2003 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on October 15, 2003?

On October 15, 2003 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about October 15th?

October 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th 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 15th, such as:

  • 2018 - 2018 cologne attack: three people are hurt when a man sets fire to a fast-food outlet in cologne's main station and then takes a woman hostage. later, german counter-terrorism units rescue the woman.
  • 2017 - 2017 iraqi-kurdish conflict: battle of kirkuk (2017): iraqi troops advance on kurdish-held territory surrounding the city of kirkuk. in the vicinity of cities, there have been reports of clashes.
  • 2016 - At least 55 people were killed in the iraqi civil war (2014-2017), 2016 oct baghdad attacks: an attack on a shi'ite mosque, a check-point at the police station and the family of an anti islamic state sunni paramilitary leader have resulted in the deaths of at least 55 iraqis. (reuters)isil claims responsibility for the takeback of iraqi forces' launching of mosul, its stronghold.

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What happened in 2003?

2003 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • The 108th United States Congress is sworn in, including incoming freshmen Senators Saxby Chambliss (Republican-Georgia), Lindsey Graham (Republican-South Carolina), John Sununu (Republican-New Hampshire), Lamar Alexander (Republican-Tennessee), Elizabeth Dole (Republican-North Carolina), Norm Coleman (Republican-Minnesota), and Mark Pryor (Democrat-Arkansas).
  • With a Republican Senate majority, the US Congress meets
  • All 21 passengers on board US Airways Express Flight 5481 are killed when it crashes at Charlotte/Douglas International Airport, Charlotte, North Carolina.

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What was the calendar for October 2003?

October 2003 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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