What happened on Thursday September 15, 2016?

Here's what happened on September 15, 2016:

• Sandra Bland Case Settlement Texas authorities agreed to pay $1.9 million to Sandra Bland's family following her controversial death in Waller County jail in July 2015, where she was found hanged and no indictments were issued, highlighting ongoing concerns about racial justice and police custody practices.
• EU Extends Sanctions on Crimea Annexation The European Union renewed its sanctions against 146 individuals and 37 entities for six months, maintaining diplomatic pressure in response to Russia's annexation of Crimea from Ukraine.
• House Intelligence Committee Releases Snowden Investigation Summary The U.S. House Intelligence Committee concluded its two-year investigation into Edward Snowden, characterizing him as causing 'tremendous damage' to national security while downplaying his whistleblower status, further fueling the ongoing debate about government surveillance and individual privacy.
• China Launches Tiangong-2 Space Laboratory The China National Space Administration successfully launched the Tiangong-2 space laboratory from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in Inner Mongolia, advancing China's space exploration capabilities and scientific research.
• U.S. Justice Department Seeks $14 Billion Fine Against Deutsche Bank The Obama administration, through the U.S. Justice Department, initiated legal proceedings seeking a substantial $14 billion fine against Deutsche Bank for misconduct related to mortgage securities, signaling a strong stance on financial accountability in the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis.
• Myanmar Seeks U.S. Investment After Sanctions Lifted Aung San Suu Kyi, Myanmar's State Counsellor, actively encouraged U.S. companies to invest in the country following President Barack Obama's decision to lift long-standing U.S. economic sanctions, marking a significant diplomatic and economic turning point for Myanmar.
• Sha Renhō Elected Leader of Japan's Democratic Party Sha Renhō made history by becoming the first female president of Japan's Democratic Party, a significant milestone for women's political representation in Japanese politics.
• Typhoon Meranti Threatens South Fujian Province The China Meteorological Administration warned of Typhoon Meranti's imminent landfall in South Fujian Province, highlighting the potential for significant meteorological disruption and potential natural disaster in the region.
• Deadly Train Collision in Pakistan A catastrophic collision between a freight train and the Awam Express near Multan, Pakistan, resulted in at least six fatalities and 150 injuries, underscoring ongoing challenges in railway safety in the region.
• Tourist Speedboat Explosion in Bali A tragic explosion on a tourist speedboat shortly after departing from Padangbai port in Bali, Indonesia, claimed two lives and injured 20 others, raising concerns about maritime safety and tourist transportation risks.

Events in 2016

September 15, 2016: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Sep. 15, 2016

September 15, 2016: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on September 15, 2016:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $84.67
• Apple AAPL: opens at $113.86
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $56.15
• General Electric GE: opens at $29.55
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $154.30

Exchange Rates on September 15, 2016:

• 1 USD = 0.8887 EUR
• 1 USD = 101.836 JPY
• 1 USD = 0.755 GBP
• 1 USD = 1.3303 AUD
• 1 USD = 1.315 CAD

September 15, 2016 was a Thursday and it was the 259th day of the year 2016 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 15, 2016 can also be written as 9/15/2016 in the US and as 15/9/2016 in UK and Europe.

September 15, 2016 in September 2016 calendar

Famous people died on September 15, 2016:

• Giancarlo Iliprandi
• Deborah S. Jin

Famous people who died in 2016

Famous people who died on September 15th

September 15, 2016: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on September 15, 2016 was Closer by The Chainsmokers Featuring Halsey, according to the music chart for the week September 12th and September 18th.

1. The Chainsmokers Featuring Halsey - Closer
2. Major Lazer Featuring Justin Bieber & MO - Cold Water
3. twenty one pilots - Heathens
4. Sia Featuring Sean Paul - Cheap Thrills
5. The Chainsmokers Featuring Daya - Don't Let Me Down

September 15, 2016: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on September 15, 2016 was One Dance by Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla, according to the music chart for the week September 12th and September 18th.

1. Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla - One Dance
2. Rihanna - Needed Me
3. Drake Featuring Rihanna - Too Good
4. D.R.A.M. Featuring Lil Yachty - Broccoli
5. Lil Wayne, Wiz Khalifa & Imagine Dragons With Logic & Ty Dolla $ign Feat. X Ambassadors - Sucker For Pain

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 15th is Virgo.

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September 15, 2016: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 15, 2016 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on September 15, 2016 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 15, 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 September 15, 2016 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 06:32 pm and setting at 06:15 am.

The previous full moon was on Aug 18, 2016 while the next full moon would come on Sep 16, 2016.

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Someone born on September 15, 2016 is:

8 years 9 months old,

or 105 months and 10 days old,

or 457 weeks and 6 days old,

or 3205 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 15, 2016?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on September 15, 2016.

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