What happened on Tuesday, August 16, 2016?

Here's what happened on August 16, 2016:

• China launches quantum communications satellite On August 16, 2016, China successfully launched the world's first quantum communications satellite, named Micius. The satellite aims to establish ultra-secure communication channels using quantum key distribution, marking a significant advancement in quantum technology. source: scientificamerican.com
• Russian Air Force uses Iranian airbase for Syria airstrikes On August 16, 2016, Russia announced that its Air Force had begun using an Iranian airbase to launch airstrikes in Syria. This marked a significant expansion of Russian military operations in the region, aiming to support Syrian government forces against opposition groups. source: reuters.com
• US court limits federal marijuana prosecution On August 16, 2016, a U.S. federal court ruled that the federal government cannot prosecute individuals for marijuana possession in states where the substance is legal. This decision was seen as a significant step toward federal decriminalization of marijuana. source: cnn.com
• Yemen Conflict: Casualties from Houthi and Saudi-led Coalition Actions In an escalation of the Yemen conflict, seven Houthi soldiers were killed in Saudi Arabia by Houthi shelling, while nine Yemeni civilians died as a result of an airstrike from the Saudi-led coalition.
• Blue Cut Fire Threatens California The Blue Cut Fire in the Cajon Pass prompted the evacuation of Wrightwood, California, and led Governor Jerry Brown to declare a state of emergency in San Bernardino County, highlighting the increasing severity of California wildfires.
• Westfield World Trade Center Opens The Westfield World Trade Center, a key component of the World Trade Center Ground Zero redevelopment in New York City, officially opened on schedule, symbolizing resilience and renewal after the 9/11 attacks.
• California Wildfire Arson Investigation California authorities charged a Clearlake resident with 17 counts of arson related to wildfires that erupted over the past two years, underscoring the serious legal consequences of intentional fire-setting.
• Barnes & Noble Leadership Change Barnes & Noble unexpectedly terminated CEO Ronald Boire after less than a year in the position. Company founder Leonard Riggio will temporarily assume Boire's executive responsibilities, signaling potential strategic shifts.

Events in 2016

August 16, 2016: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Aug. 16, 2016

August 16, 2016: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on August 16, 2016:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $87.83
• Apple AAPL: opens at $109.63
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $57.61
• General Electric GE: opens at $31.14
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $161.11

Exchange Rates on August 16, 2016:

• 1 USD = 0.8864 EUR
• 1 USD = 100.28 JPY
• 1 USD = 0.7665 GBP
• 1 USD = 1.2989 AUD
• 1 USD = 1.2859 CAD

August 16, 2016: What were the main match results that day?

Championship - Football (United Kingdom)

• Aston Villa - Huddersfield : 1 - 1
• Brentford - Nott'm Forest : 1 - 0
• Brighton - Rotherham : 3 - 0
• Burton - Sheffield Weds : 3 - 1
• Leeds - Fulham : 1 - 1

Conference - Football (United Kingdom)

• Barrow - Chester : 3 - 2
• Boreham Wood - Tranmere : 0 - 1
• Bromley - Aldershot : 2 - 2
• Dag and Red - Lincoln : 1 - 0
• Eastleigh - Dover Athletic : 2 - 4

League 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

• AFC Wimbledon - Scunthorpe : 1 - 2
• Charlton - Shrewsbury : 3 - 0
• Chesterfield - Walsall : 2 - 0
• Coventry - Bury : 0 - 0
• Gillingham - Swindon : 1 - 1

League 2 - Football (United Kingdom)

• Barnet - Blackpool : 1 - 1
• Carlisle - Cheltenham : 1 - 1
• Colchester - Grimsby : 3 - 2
• Crewe - Hartlepool : 3 - 3
• Doncaster - Cambridge : 1 - 0

August 16, 2016 was a Tuesday and it was the 229th day of the year 2016 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 16, 2016 can also be written as 8/16/2016 in the US and as 16/8/2016 in UK and Europe.

August 16, 2016 in August 2016 calendar

Famous people died on August 16, 2016:

• João Havelange

  Prominent Brazilian sports administrator who served as FIFA President from 1974 to 1998, significantly transforming global football's...

• John McLaughlin

  Renowned jazz fusion guitarist and composer who played with groundbreaking bands like Mahavishnu Orchestra and collaborated with Miles...

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August 16, 2016: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 16, 2016 was Cheap Thrills by Sia Featuring Sean Paul, according to the music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.

1. Sia Featuring Sean Paul - Cheap Thrills
2. Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla - One Dance
3. Calvin Harris Featuring Rihanna - This Is What You Came For
4. Justin Timberlake - Can't Stop The Feeling!
5. Major Lazer Featuring Justin Bieber & MO - Cold Water

August 16, 2016: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 16, 2016 was One Dance by Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla, according to the music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.

1. Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla - One Dance
2. Rihanna - Needed Me
3. Desiigner - Panda
4. DJ Khaled Featuring Drake - For Free
5. Kent Jones - Don't Mind

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 16th is Leo.

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August 16, 2016: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 16, 2016 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 16, 2016 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 16, 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 August 16, 2016 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 06:39 pm and setting at 05:13 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 19, 2016 while the next full moon would come on Aug 18, 2016.

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Someone born on August 16, 2016 is:

9 years 11 months old,

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