What happened on Monday February 16, 2004?

Here's what happened on February 16, 2004:

• Deadly Attacks in Fallujah, Iraq A series of coordinated attacks by gunmen targeted three police stations, a civil defense base, and the mayor's office in Fallujah, resulting in the deaths of 17 Iraqi police officers and at least four civilians.
• India-Pakistan Peace Negotiations India and Pakistan initiated formal peace talks with the contentious Kashmir region as the primary agenda, marking a potentially significant diplomatic breakthrough in their long-standing territorial dispute.
• US Soldiers Killed in Baghdad At least two US soldiers were killed in separate attacks after their convoys were hit by roadside bombs in Baghdad, highlighting the ongoing dangers faced by military personnel during the Iraq conflict.
• US Administrator Opposes Islamic Law in Iraqi Constitution L. Paul Bremer, the United States administrator in Iraq, declared he would veto any interim constitution that would make Islam the primary source of law. This stance was driven by concerns from Iraqi women about potential loss of rights under a strictly Islamic legal framework.
• Afghanistan Election Concerns The United States expressed significant concerns about Afghanistan's scheduled June elections, highlighting potential delays due to security issues and extremely low voter registration rates. Only 8% of eligible voters had been registered at this point, raising serious doubts about the feasibility of a democratic process.
• San Francisco Begins Same-Sex Marriage Licenses San Francisco County officials estimated they would issue 2,000 marriage licenses for same-sex couples within four days of beginning legal recognition of gay and lesbian unions, marking a significant moment in LGBTQ+ civil rights.
• Taiwan's President Discusses Potential China Reunification Chen Shuibian, Taiwan's pro-independence president, made nuanced comments about potential future reunification with Mainland China, rejecting the 'one country, two systems' model while signaling a more flexible stance compared to his previous statements.
• Death of Shirley Strickland, Australian Olympic Athlete Shirley Strickland, a renowned Australian Olympic athlete who was a multiple medal winner, passed away at the age of 79. She was a significant figure in Australian sports history, particularly in track and field.
• Nunavut Holds Second General Election Canada's territory of Nunavut conducted its second general election since its creation. One member was elected by acclamation, eight former government members were re-elected, and five were removed. A premier was to be elected by the members on March 5.
• Partial Collapse of Ancient Jerusalem Wall A historic wall near the Western Wall in Jerusalem, approximately 800 years old, partially collapsed. Authorities suggested a possible earthquake as the cause of the structural failure, raising concerns about the preservation of archaeological sites in the region.
• NFL Pro Bowl The NFC defeated the AFC in the NFL Pro Bowl at Aloha Stadium in Honolulu, Hawaii, with a score of 55-52. Mark Bulger from the St. Louis Rams was named MVP as the game's quarterback.

Events in 2004

February 16, 2004: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Feb. 16, 2004

February 16, 2004: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on February 16, 2004:

• 1 USD = 105.45 JPY
• 1 USD = 1.3146 CAD
• 1 USD = 1.2334 CHF
• 1 EUR = 134.71 JPY
• 1 EUR = 0.6759 GBP

February 16, 2004: What were the main match results that day?

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

• Louvieroise - Germinal : 0 - 0

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

• Nurnberg - Mainz : 2 - 2

Serie B - Football (Italy)

• Salernitana - Triestina : 2 - 2

Liga I - Football (Portugal)

• Guimaraes - Belenenses : 0 - 1
• Rio Ave - Alverca : 1 - 2

February 16, 2004 was a Monday and it was the 47th day of the year 2004 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 16, 2004 can also be written as 2/16/2004 in the US and as 16/2/2004 in UK and Europe.

February 16, 2004 in February 2004 calendar

Famous people died on February 16, 2004:

• Vincenzo Mondo

Famous people who died in 2004

Famous people who died on February 16th

February 16, 2004: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 16, 2004 was Slow Jamz by Twista, according to the music chart for the week February 16th and February 22nd.

1. Twista - Slow Jamz
2. Usher - Yeah!
3. OutKast - The Way You Move
4. Beyonce - Me, Myself & I
5. OutKast - Hey Ya!

February 16, 2004: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 16, 2004 was Take Me To The Clouds Above by LMC vs U2, according to the music chart for the week February 16th and February 22nd.

1. LMC vs U2 - Take Me To The Clouds Above
2. Kelis - Milkshake
3. Outkast - Hey Ya!
4. Sam & Mark - With A Little Help From My Friends / Measure Of A Man
5. Michelle - All This Time

February 16, 2004: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 16, 2004 was Slow Jamz by Twista Featuring Kanye West & Jamie Foxx, according to the music chart for the week February 16th and February 22nd.

1. Twista Featuring Kanye West & Jamie Foxx - Slow Jamz
2. Beyonce - Me, Myself And I
3. Usher Featuring Lil Jon & Ludacris - Yeah!
4. Ruben Studdard - Sorry 2004
5. Alicia Keys - You Don't Know My Name

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 16th is Aquarius.

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February 16, 2004: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 16, 2004 is Monkey and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 16, 2004 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 16, 2004 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 February 16, 2004 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 8% full, rising at 04:17 am and setting at 02:17 pm.

The previous full moon was on Feb 06, 2004 while the next full moon would come on Mar 06, 2004.

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Your place in the Universe on February 16, 2004

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Someone born on February 16, 2004 is:

21 years 2 months old,

or 254 months and 28 days old,

or 1108 weeks and 2 days old,

or 7758 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 16, 2004?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on February 16, 2004.

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