Wednesday August 16, 2006: on this day
August 16, 2006 was the 228th day of the year 2006, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Wednesday.
Is August 16, 2006 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 16, 2006, who was born and died on August 16, 2006, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 16, 2006, which were the most popular songs (ex. London Bridge by Fergie), movies (e.g. Shooter, directed by Antoine Fuqua), TV series (e.g. The Minor Accomplishments Of Jackie Woodman) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 16th, 2006 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 16, 2006?
- August 16, 2006: What happened on that day?
- August 16, 2006: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 16, 2006: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 16, 2006?
- August 16, 2006: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 16, 2006: What famous people died on that day?
- August 16, 2006: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 16, 2006: Number 1 song on that day
- August 16, 2006: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 16, 2006: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 16, 2006: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 16, 2006: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 16, 2006?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 16, 2006?
- Who was the Pope on August 16, 2006?
What day of the week was August 16, 2006?
August 16, 2006 was a Wednesday and it was the 228th day of the year 2006 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 16, 2006 can also be written as 8/16/2006 in the US and as 16/8/2006 in UK and Europe.
August 16, 2006: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 16, 2006:
- John mark karr was arrested in bangkok after being accused of the murder of jonbenet ramsey, a child beauty queen from the united states.
- After bomb-sniffing dogs indicated that at least one container taken off a ship recently contained explosives, terminal 18 of seattle was evacuated. (ap) none of the containers were found to contain explosives.
- Javier arellano felix is the leader of arrellano felix's drug cartel, and brother to former fbi ten most wanted listee ramon arellano felix. he was arrested by the united states coast guard on a boat off la paz in the gulf of california, baja california sur.
- A russian border patrol boat sets fire to a japanese crab fishing vessel near kaigara island. this is part of the kuril islands. three russian authorities detain three other fishermen and kill one fisherman.
- International astronomical union proposes new definitions of planets to vote on august 24, which would include charon and eris as well as ceres.
- United airlines flight 923 makes an emergency landing at boston. original course was london to washington d.c. fighter jets were sent to take the plane to the airport.
- 2006 israel-lebanon conflict:
- Alan baker, the canadian ambassador to israel, criticizes bloc quebecois leader gilles duceppe's participation in a montreal march on aug. 6, in which some hezbollah supporters were also present. however, the march was a protest against war, and not an expression of support for hezbollah.
- The government of israel states that the withdrawal from south lebanon is a halt if lebanese forces are not present within a few days.
- According to the south korean-based good friends aid agency, 54,700 north koreans have been killed by flooding in july. the dprk government claims only ampquothundredsampquot have died.
- Nearly 500 people died in the flood of the omo river in southern ethiopia.
- Ali khamenei is iran's supreme leader, and the supreme religious authority for hezbollah supporters. he praises hezbollah resistance.
August 16, 2006: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on August 16, 2006:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $68.30
- Apple AAPL: opens at $67.10
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $24.61
- General Electric GE: opens at $33.37
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $77.45
Exchange Rates on August 16, 2006:
- 1 USD = 115.82 JPY
- 1 USD = 1.1191 CAD
- 1 USD = 1.2293 CHF
- 1 USD = 7.9875 CNY
- 1 EUR = 148.72 JPY
August 16, 2006: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 16th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.
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August 16, 2006: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 16, 2006 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.
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August 16, 2006: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 16, 2006 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 16, 2006 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 August 16, 2006 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 31% full, rising at 11:14 pm and setting at 03:58 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 09, 2006 while the next full moon would come on Sep 07, 2006.
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Get your map!Who was born on August 16, 2006?
Famous people born on August 16, 2006:
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D is a talented dancer known for their viral dance videos on social media.
- George Ilenikhena
Whose famous birthday is on August 16th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 16th:
- James Cameron
James cameron is a canadian film director known for creating blockbuster movies such as titanic and avatar.
- Kathie Lee Gifford
Kathie lee gifford is a television host, singer, and author, best known for co-hosting the talk show 'live! with regis and kathie lee' and...
- Angela Bassett
Angela bassett is an american actress known for her powerful performances in films such as what's love got to do with it, waiting to exhale,...
- Steve Carell
Carell, an american actor and writer is considered one comedyaeur(tm),'s rising talents.
- Pierre Richard
French film director and actor, he is considered one of the most gifted and talented comedians in france.
- Rumer Willis
American actress and singer, the child of bruce willis (and wife demi) moore.
- Vanessa Carlton
Vanessa carlton is a pop singer known for her hit song 'a thousand miles' and her successful music career.
- Cam Gigandet
Cam gigandet is an american actor known for his roles in popular tv shows and movies such as 'the o.c.
- Clovis Cornillac
French actor in television, film and theater.
- Julie Newmar
American singer, actress, and dancer.
August 16, 2006: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 17 years 7 months old,
or 211 months and 12 days old,
or 919 weeks and 1 day old,
or 6434 days old,
if you were born on August 16, 2006.How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 16, 2006?
There are 141 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday August 16th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 16, 2006?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 16, 2006.
August 16, 2006: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 16, 2006:
- Alfredo Stroessner
Paraguayan politician and general 46th president of paraguay (d.2006).
- Thedy Sue
Thedy Sue was a renowned actress known for her roles in classic films.
- Herschel Green
American pilot (born 1920).
- Alex Buzo
Born 1944, australian playwright and author.
- Jon Nodtveidt
Swedish musician (born 1975).
- Tullio Rochlitzer
- Paolo Boringhieri
- Umberto Baldini
- Alan Vint
- Al Masino
- Szymon Srebrnik
- William Wasson
- Hilario Camacho
What famous deaths happened on August 16th?
Famous deaths on August 16th:
- Elvis Presley
American pop singer.
- Margaret Mitchell
American author of "gone with the wind", a book she wrote over ten years.
- Peter Fonda
American actor, screenwriter, and producer.
- Stewart Granger
Tall, dark, and debonair, this british actor was a major adventure star in the 1950s.
- Amanda Blake
American actress gunsmoke dies at the age of 60.
- Anna Kashfi
Actress from india-america (d. 2015).
- Phil Leeds
American actor (d. 1998).
- William Windom
American actor (d. 2012).
- Louis Jouvet
French theatre director, designer, stage worker, teacher, and stage administrator before his film and acting careers.
- John Hurley
At 45, a song writer (son a preacher man) dies.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 16th
August 16, 2006: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 16, 2006:
- RC saints: feast day of Saint Stephen I of Hungary; Saint Roch (helps against plague and skin diseases)
- USA: legal holiday in Vermont for the Battle of Bennington in 1777 (which actually took place in the state of New York)
- Palio dell'Assunta in Siena
- Eastern Orthodox: commemoration of the translation of the Acheiropoietos icon which means "Not made by hands", (also known as the Mandelion; now lost) from Edessa to Constantinople on 16 August 944
August 16, 2006: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 16, 2006 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 14th and August 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 16, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 16, 2006 was London Bridge by Fergie, according to the music chart for the week August 14th and August 20th.
August 16, 2006: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 16, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 14th and August 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
August 16, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 16, 2006 was Hips Don't Lie by Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean, according to the music chart for the week August 14th and August 20th.
August 16, 2006: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 16, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 14th and August 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean - Hips Don't Lie
- Christina Aguilera - Ain't No Other Man
- Rihanna - Unfaithful
- Cascada - Everytime We Touch
- James Morrison - You Give Me Something
August 16, 2006: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 16, 2006 was Shoulder Lean by Young Dro Featuring T.I., according to the R&B music chart for the week August 14th and August 20th.
August 16, 2006: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 16, 2006 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 14th and August 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Young Dro Featuring T.I. - Shoulder Lean
- Ne-Yo - Sexy Love
- Cassie - Me & U
- Chingy Featuring Tyrese - Pullin' Me Back
- Beyonce Featuring Jay Z - Deja Vu
August 16, 2006: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 16, 2006 was Labios Compartidos by Mana, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 14th and August 20th.
August 16, 2006: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 16, 2006 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 14th and August 20th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Mana - Labios Compartidos
- Shakira Featuring Wyclef Jean - Hips Don't Lie
- RKM & Ken-Y - Down
- Don Omar - Angelito
- Tito "El Bambino" El Patron - Caile
August 16, 2006: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 16, 2006 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
August 16, 2006: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 16, 2006 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
August 16, 2006: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 16, 2006 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
August 16, 2006: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 16, 2006 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Who was the US President on August 16, 2006?
On August 16, 2006 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 16, 2006?
On August 16, 2006 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on August 16, 2006?
On August 16, 2006 the Pope was Benedict XVI.
What is special about August 16th?
August 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th day of the month of August. 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 August 16th, such as:
- 2018 - 2018 washington veterans day parade: president donald trump's planned military parade on november 10, 2018, has been postponed by the united states department of defense until 2019. estimates for the parade's costs have increased from $12 million up to $92 million.
- 2017 - Confederate memorials and monuments being removed: several confederate monuments were taken down in baltimore, maryland overnight, including the stonewall jackson and robert e. lee monuments, confederate soldiers and sailors monuments, confederate women's monuments, and roger b. taney sculpture. on august 14, the baltimore city council unanimously approved the removal of the monuments.
- 2016 - To launch airstrikes against syria, the russian air force uses an iranian airbase near hamadan.
What happened in 2006?
2006 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Sydney, Australia experiences the hottest New Year's Day ever recorded. The temperature reached 45 degrees Celsius (113 degrees Fahrenheit), sparking bushfires, and power outages.
- A coal mine explosion in Sago, West Virginia kills 12 miners and leaves one in critical condition.
- In the Sago Mine Disaster, near Buckhannon West Virginia, USA, twelve dead coal miners were found along with one survivor.
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What was the calendar for August 2006?
August 2006 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.