What happened on Sunday October 15, 2017?

Here's what happened on October 15, 2017:

• #MeToo Movement Begins Actress Alyssa Milano's tweet encouraging survivors to write 'me too' sparked a global social media movement against sexual harassment and assault, leading to unprecedented public discourse about systemic sexual misconduct.
• Harvey Weinstein Sexual Misconduct Scandal The Harvey Weinstein sexual misconduct allegations began to gain widespread public and media attention, marking a significant moment in the global conversation about sexual harassment in the entertainment industry.
• Devastating Wildfires in Iberian Peninsula Approximately 500 wildfires erupted across Portugal and Northern Spain, exacerbated by winds from Hurricane Ophelia. The catastrophic fires resulted in at least 35 fatalities, causing significant environmental and human devastation.
• Kyrgyzstan Presidential Election Kyrgyzstan held a historic presidential election resulting in Sooronbay Jeenbekov becoming president. This election was particularly significant as it marked the first peaceful transfer of presidential power in the country's history, with incumbent Almazbek Atambayev constitutionally barred from seeking another term.
• Iraqi-Kurdish Conflict: Battle of Kirkuk Iraqi military forces advanced on Kurdish-controlled territories surrounding the strategic city of Kirkuk, with reported clashes in urban and surrounding areas. This military operation marked a significant escalation in tensions between Iraqi central government and Kurdish regional forces.
• Venezuelan Regional Elections Venezuela conducted regional gubernatorial elections where the incumbent socialist party secured a majority of governorships. The election results were immediately contested by the opposition, reflecting the country's ongoing political tensions.
• Austrian Legislative Elections Austrian citizens participated in national elections to elect members of the National Council, a pivotal democratic process in the country's parliamentary system.
• Austrian Legislative Election Results The Austrian People's Party (ÖVP), led by Sebastian Kurz, emerged victorious in the legislative elections, securing the most seats and signaling a potential shift in the country's political landscape.

Events in 2017

October 15, 2017: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Oct. 15, 2017

October 15, 2017: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on October 15, 2017:

• 1 USD = 0.8467 EUR
• 1 USD = 111.93 JPY
• 1 USD = 0.7529 GBP
• 1 USD = 1.2692 AUD
• 1 USD = 1.2484 CAD

October 15, 2017 was a Sunday and it was the 288th day of the year 2017 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 15, 2017 can also be written as 10/15/2017 in the US and as 15/10/2017 in UK and Europe.

October 15, 2017 in October 2017 calendar

Famous people died on October 15, 2017:

• Chinggoy Alonzo

  Filipino theater, movie & television actor (b. 1950).

Famous people who died in 2017

Famous people who died on October 15th

October 15, 2017: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 15, 2017 was Bodak Yellow (Money Moves) by Cardi B, according to the music chart for the week October 9th and October 15th.

1. Cardi B - Bodak Yellow (Money Moves)
2. Post Malone Featuring 21 Savage - Rockstar
3. Taylor Swift - Look What You Made Me Do
4. Logic Featuring Alessia Cara & Khalid - 1-800-273-8255
5. Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber - Despacito

October 15, 2017: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 15, 2017 was Bodak Yellow (Money Moves) by Cardi B, according to the music chart for the week October 9th and October 15th.

1. Cardi B - Bodak Yellow (Money Moves)
2. Post Malone Featuring 21 Savage - Rockstar
3. Logic Featuring Alessia Cara & Khalid - 1-800-273-8255
4. French Montana Featuring Swae Lee - Unforgettable
5. Yo Gotti Featuring Nicki Minaj - Rake It Up

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

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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, 2017: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 15, 2017 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 15, 2017 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 15, 2017 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, 2017 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 9% full, rising at 02:33 am and setting at 04:57 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 05, 2017 while the next full moon would come on Nov 04, 2017.

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Your place in the Universe on October 15, 2017

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Someone born on October 15, 2017 is:

7 years 6 months old,

or 90 months and 29 days old,

or 395 weeks and 3 days old,

or 2768 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 15, 2017?

There are 154 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, 2017?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on October 15, 2017.

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