Tuesday February 16, 2016: on this day

February 16, 2016 was the 47th day of the year 2016, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is February 16, 2016 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on February 16, 2016, who was born and died on February 16, 2016, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 16, 2016, which were the most popular songs (ex. Pillowtalk by Zayn), movies (e.g. Maggie's Plan, directed by Rebecca Miller), TV series (e.g. Born This Way) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 16th, 2016 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 16, 2016?


February 16, 2016 was a Tuesday and it was the 47th day of the year 2016 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 16, 2016 can also be written as 2/16/2016 in the US and as 16/2/2016 in UK and Europe.

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February 16, 2016: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 16, 2016:

  • Iraqi civil war (2014-2017: three americans kidnapped last month in baghdad were released by the iraqi national intelligence service.
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  • Auctioneers will auction the jewels of imelda marcos, former philippine first lady. they were valued at $21 million usd and taken by the government after ferdinand marcos' overthrow. (cnn),
  • Prague is home to mozart's and salieri’s lost cantata per la ricuperata salute di ofelia, which was discovered after more than 200 years. (reuters), (the independent),
  • Relations cuba-united states: the united states and cuba have signed an agreement to restore commercial air traffic between their countries for the first times in 50 years. the u.s. department of transportation opened bidding immediately for 110 u.s.-cuba daily flights to havana and nine additional destinations. the u.s. allows travel from 12 categories. tourism is not allowed.
  • The united states and cuba agree to restore commercial air traffic between their countries for the first-ever time in 50 years. the u.s. department of transportation opened bidding immediately for 110 u.s.-cuba daily flights to havana and nine additional destinations. the u.s. allows travel from 12 categories. tourism is not allowed.
  • Bahrain has charged four american journalists with "unlawful obstructions of vehicles" and participating in illegal gatherings. according to the state-run bahrain news agency, all four journalists were charged with "unlawful obstruction of vehicles and attending unlawful gatherings." anna day, a freelance reporter, and a crew of film makers, who were covering the fifth anniversary the arab spring uprisings are due to fly to dubai tonight.
  • Philippine senate election 2016, manny pacquiao, filipino senator candidate and boxer, calls lgbt people "less then animals" when he is asked about his opposition for same-sex marriage. this prompted condemnation by prominent filipino lgbt figures like vice ganda, john lapus, and aiza seguerra. pacquiao later apologizes.

February 16, 2016: What were the magazines covers that day?

LIFE Magazine

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

Stock market quotes on February 16, 2016:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $81.70
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $95.02
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $50.90
  • General Electric GE: opens at $28.58
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $121.83

Exchange Rates on February 16, 2016:

  • 1 USD = 0.8974 EUR
  • 1 USD = 114.219 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.6991 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.4058 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.3867 CAD

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

Championship - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Blackburn - Fulham : 3 - 0
  • Hull - Brighton : 0 - 0

Conference - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Altrincham - Chester : 0 - 3
  • Braintree Town - Boreham Wood : 0 - 2
  • Cheltenham - Kidderminster : 2 - 0
  • Gateshead - Eastleigh : 2 - 1

Division 3 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Berwick - Annan Athletic : 3 - 2

League 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Blackpool - Oldham : 0 - 0
  • Bradford - Southend : 2 - 0
  • Bury - Sheffield United : 1 - 0
  • Colchester - Chesterfield : 1 - 1
  • Millwall - Scunthorpe : 0 - 2
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February 16, 2016: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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

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

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February 16, 2016: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 16, 2016 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 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 February 16, 2016 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 71% full, rising at 12:07 pm and setting at 02:46 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 24, 2016 while the next full moon would come on Feb 22, 2016.

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Who was born on February 16, 2016?


Whose famous birthday is on February 16th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 16th:

  • The Weeknd
    The Weeknd

    The weeknd is a canadian r&b singer known for his unique vocal style and chart-topping hits like 'blinding lights' and 'can't feel my face'.

  • Elizabeth Olsen
    Elizabeth Olsen

    Elizabeth olsen is a movie actress known for her roles in the marvel cinematic universe as scarlet witch.

  • John McEnroe
    John McEnroe

    German-american tennis champion who was first to make international headlines in 1977-1978 when he became the youngest player to reach...

  • Margaux Hemingway
    Margaux Hemingway

    American actress, fashion model and member of a prominent family.

  • Christopher Eccleston
    Christopher Eccleston

    Christopher eccleston is an english actor known for his role as the ninth doctor in the popular tv series doctor who.

  • Sonny Bono
    Sonny Bono

    American entertainer, who performed a showbiz act with cher, his partner.

  • Géraldine Nakache
    Géraldine Nakache

    French actress, screenwriter, director of fim, and actress of algerian jewish heritage.

  • William Katt
    William Katt

    American actor, born to film veterans bill williams (and barbara hale), he is a well-known family man.

  • Mahershala Ali
    Mahershala Ali

    American actor.

  • James Ingram
    James Ingram

    American singer, who was named the best new artist in 1982.

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February 16, 2016: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 8 years 1 month old,

or 97 months and 3 days old,

or 422 weeks

or 2954 days old,

if you were born on February 16, 2016.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 16, 2016?

There are 334 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday February 16th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 16, 2016?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on February 16, 2016.

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February 16, 2016: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 16, 2016:

  • Harry Gregg

    Northern Irish goalkeeper who played for Manchester United and the national team.

  • Boutros Boutros-Ghali

    Egyptian politician and diplomat, 6th secretary-general of the united nations (b. 1922).

  • Eugenio Carmi
  • Srđan Dizdarević
  • Charles Caldwell Ryrie
  • Thérèse Clerc

What famous deaths happened on February 16th?

Famous deaths on February 16th:

  • Bruno Ganz
    Bruno Ganz

    Swiss actor known for his roles in films like 'Wings of Desire' and 'Downfall.

  • Lila Kedrova
    Lila Kedrova

    Russian-born actress (born 1918).

  • Marceline Day
    Marceline Day

    American actress who appeared in silent films.

  • Vera Kholodnaya
    Vera Kholodnaya

    Russian film star (born 1893).

  • Len Lesser
    Len Lesser

    American actor (born in 1922).

  • Smiley Burnette
    Smiley Burnette

    Summum, illinois -- cowboy (charlie-petticoat junction).

  • Elyse Knox
    Elyse Knox

    Hartford, connecticut -- actress ("hit the ice, black gold").

  • Markes Shaw

    Famous playwright and novelist.

  • Yun Dong-ju

    Korean poet known for his poignant and reflective poetry.

  • Aleila Clark

    Pioneering astronomer known for her work on galaxy clusters.

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February 16, 2016: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 16, 2016:

  • Remembrance of Lambertus
  • Kyoto Protocol Day (2005)
  • Lithuania - Independence Day (1918)

Saints celebrated on February 16, 2016:

  • Saint Juliana
  • Saint Lucilla
  • Saint Jeremias
  • Saints Daniel, Samuel and Elias
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February 16, 2016: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 16, 2016 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 15th and February 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


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

The number 1 song in the USA on February 16, 2016 was Pillowtalk by Zayn, according to the music chart for the week February 15th and February 21st.

February 16, 2016: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 16, 2016 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 15th and February 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Pillowtalk
  2. - Love Yourself
  3. - Sorry
  4. - Stressed Out
  5. - Hello

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

The number 1 R&B song on February 16, 2016 was Summer Sixteen by Drake, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 15th and February 21st.

February 16, 2016: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 16, 2016 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 15th and February 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Summer Sixteen
  2. - Work
  3. - Me, Myself & I
  4. - Here
  5. - In The Night

February 16, 2016: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on February 16, 2016 was Ginza by J Balvin, according to the Latin music chart for the week February 15th and February 21st.

February 16, 2016: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on February 16, 2016 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week February 15th and February 21st. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Ginza
  2. - Solo Con Verte
  3. - Hasta El Amanecer
  4. - El Perdon
  5. - Borro Cassette

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February 16, 2016: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 16, 2016 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Maggie's Plan

Maggie's Plan

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Rebecca Miller

Starring: Greta Gerwig, Ethan Hawke, Julianne Moore, Maya Rudolph

Country: United States of America

The Vatican Tapes

The Vatican Tapes

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Mark Neveldine

Starring: Olivia Taylor Dudley, Michael Peña, Dougray Scott, Djimon Hounsou

Country: United States of America

In Dubious Battle

In Dubious Battle

Release year: 2016

Directed by: James Franco

Starring: James Franco, Selena Gomez, Robert Duvall, Vincent D'onofrio, Bryan Cranston, Sam Shepard, Danny McBride, Ed Harris, John Savage, Analeigh Tipton, Ashley Greene, Zach Braff

Country: United States of America

Monster Trucks

Monster Trucks

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Chris Wedge

Starring: Lucas Till, Jane Levy, Barry Pepper, Rob Lowe, Danny Glover, Amy Ryan

Country: United States of America

A United Kingdom

A United Kingdom

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Amma Asante

Starring: David Oyelowo, Rosamund Pike, Jack Davenport, Tom Felton

Country: United States of America

February 16, 2016: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 16, 2016 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Born This Way

Born This Way

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Shaun Kadlec

Zak Storm

Zak Storm

Release year: 2016

Country: United States of America

Fuller House

Fuller House

Release year: 2016

Country: United States of America

February 16, 2016: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 16, 2016 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Lego Worlds

Lego Worlds

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Sandbox

Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment

Warhammer 40,000: Eternal Crusade

Warhammer 40,000: Eternal Crusade

Platform: Linux, Microsoft Windows, OS X, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Genre: Massively multiplayer online third-person shooter

Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment

Lego Marvel's Avengers

Lego Marvel's Avengers

Platform: Microsoft Windows; Nintendo 3DS; OS X; PlayStation 3; PlayStation 4; PlayStation Vita; Wii U; Xbox 360; Xbox One

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment; Feral Interactive (OS X)

Battlefleet Gothic: Armada

Battlefleet Gothic: Armada

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Real-time strategy

Publisher: Focus Home Interactive

Total War: Warhammer

Total War: Warhammer

Platform: Microsoft Windows OS X Linux

Genre: Turn-based strategy, real-time tactics

Publisher: Sega

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Who was the US President on February 16, 2016?

On February 16, 2016 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 16, 2016?

On February 16, 2016 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 16, 2016?

On February 16, 2016 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about February 16th?

February 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th day of the month of February. 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 February 16th, such as:

  • 2019 - Syrian civil war: battle of baghuz fawqani - the syrian observatory for human rights reports the u.s.-backed syrian democratic forces took control of al-baghuz fawqani after the surrender of isil militants.
  • 2018 - Boko haram insurgency - three suicide bombers attack a konduga fish market, borno, nigeria.
  • 2017 - 2017 sehwan suicide bombing. at least 70 people were killed and over 150 others injured in the suicide bombing at lal shahbaz qalandar shrine, sehwan in sindh, pakistan. 50 of those injured are in critical condition. a medical emergency has been declared at the hospitals in hyderabad, dadu, and jamshoro. (dawn news),

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What happened in 2016?

2016 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: A shooting occurs at a Tel Aviv pub, Israel. It leaves two people dead and eight others injured. The gunman was able to escape and perhaps killed his accomplice, an Arab taxi driver. His body was discovered nearby. The shooter was identified by the police as Nisa'at Melkham, a 30-year-old muslim from Ar'ara. He was also searched his house.
  • Two people are killed and eight others injured in a shooting at a Tel Aviv pub. The gunman was able to escape and perhaps killed his accomplice, an Arab taxi driver. His body was discovered nearby. The shooter was identified by the police as Nisa'at Melkham, a 30-year-old muslim from Ar'ara. He was also searched his house.
  • A 28-foot tall new statue of Jesus, called "Jesus de Greatest", was unveiled at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, Abajah village in Nigeria's Imo state. It is the largest known African Jesus statue.

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What was the calendar for February 2016?

February 2016 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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.

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