What happened on Wednesday October 15, 2014?

Here's what happened on October 15, 2014:

• Ebola Outbreak in Dallas A second healthcare worker in Dallas, Texas tested positive for the Ebola virus, escalating concerns about potential transmission within the United States healthcare system.
• Hong Kong Protests: Road Blockade Confrontation Violent clashes erupted in central Hong Kong as protesters attempted to blockade major roads, highlighting the intense pro-democracy movement challenging Chinese authorities.
• Deadly Himalayan Snowstorm A catastrophic snowstorm and avalanche triggered by the remnants of Cyclone Hudhud killed at least 17 people in the Nepalese Himalayas, with 100 others affected, demonstrating the region's extreme weather risks.
• Yemen Conflict: Houthi-Al Qaeda Clashes Intense fighting erupted between Shia Houthi rebels and suspected al-Qaeda militants near Radaa in Al Bayda' Governorate, resulting in approximately 10 fatalities and underscoring the complex sectarian tensions in Yemen.
• Jerusalem Tensions: Police-Protester Clash Three police officers were injured during confrontations between Israeli riot police and Palestinian protesters in Jerusalem, reflecting ongoing regional political tensions.
• Stock Market Volatility The Dow Jones Industrial Average experienced significant market turbulence, dropping over 450 points before recovering to close down 173 points, reflecting economic uncertainty.
• Scottish National Party Leadership Transition Alex Salmond will be succeeded by Nicola Sturgeon as the leader of the Scottish National Party after being the sole candidate in the leadership election.
• 2014 MLB American League Championship The Kansas City Royals defeated the Baltimore Orioles 4-0, securing their advancement to the 2014 World Series.
• 2014 MLB National League Championship The San Francisco Giants defeated the St. Louis Cardinals 4 games to 1 in the National League Championship Series.
• Deadly Clashes in Yunnan, China Eight people were killed in violent confrontations between local villagers and construction workers in Yunnan Province, highlighting ongoing tensions over land and development issues.

Events in 2014

October 15, 2014: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Oct. 15, 2014

October 15, 2014: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on October 15, 2014:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $89.00
• Apple AAPL: opens at $97.97
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $43.00
• General Electric GE: opens at $23.86
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $182.46

Exchange Rates on October 15, 2014:

• 1 USD = 106.05 JPY
• 1 USD = 1.1266 CAD
• 1 USD = 0.9419 CHF
• 1 USD = 6.1248 CNY
• 1 EUR = 135.92 JPY

October 15, 2014: What were the main match results that day?

Division 3 - Football (United Kingdom)

• Berwick - Montrose : 2 - 2

October 15, 2014 was a Wednesday and it was the 288th day of the year 2014 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 15, 2014 can also be written as 10/15/2014 in the US and as 15/10/2014 in UK and Europe.

October 15, 2014 in October 2014 calendar

Famous people died on October 15, 2014:

• Giovanni Reale

  Italian philosopher and historian (b. 1931).

• Robert Tiernan

  American lawyer and politician (b. 1929).

Famous people who died in 2014

Famous people who died on October 15th

October 15, 2014: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 15, 2014 was All About That Bass by Meghan Trainor, according to the music chart for the week October 13th and October 19th.

1. Meghan Trainor - All About That Bass
2. Taylor Swift - Shake It Off
3. Iggy Azalea Featuring Rita Ora - Black Widow
4. Jessie J, Ariana Grande & Nicki Minaj - Bang Bang
5. Nicki Minaj - Anaconda

October 15, 2014: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 15, 2014 was Black Widow by Iggy Azalea Featuring Rita Ora, according to the music chart for the week October 13th and October 19th.

1. Iggy Azalea Featuring Rita Ora - Black Widow
2. Nicki Minaj - Anaconda
3. Jeremih Featuring YG - Don't Tell 'Em
4. Bobby Shmurda - Hot Boy
5. Rich Gang Featuring Young Thug & Rich Homie Quan - Lifestyle

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 15th is Libra.

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October 15, 2014: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 15, 2014 is Horse and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 15, 2014 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 15, 2014 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, 2014 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 40% full, rising at 11:18 pm and setting at 02:25 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 08, 2014 while the next full moon would come on Nov 06, 2014.

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Your place in the Universe on October 15, 2014

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Someone born on October 15, 2014 is:

10 years 6 months old,

or 126 months and 8 days old,

or 549 weeks

or 3843 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 15, 2014?

There are 175 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 15th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 15, 2014?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on October 15, 2014.

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