Wednesday January 16, 2013: on this day

January 16, 2013 was a Wednesday and it was the 16th day of the year 2013 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 16, 2013 can also be written as 1/16/2013 in the US and as 16/1/2013 in UK and Europe.

January 16, 2013 in January 2013 calendar

Here's what happened on January 16, 2013:

• Syrian civil war: three car bombs explode in front of military checkpoints in idlib governorate (syria), killing 24 people. government forces defused two other bombs.
• 24 people were killed when three car bombs exploded near government buildings and military checkpoints in idlib governorate. government forces defused two other bombs.
• In amenas hostage crises: at least 2 workers are killed and 40 other hostages taken hostage by suspected islamic militants in in amenas (algeria). this includes 13 norwegians and a few americans as well as nationals of france, ireland, japan, france, and the united kingdom. an unknown al-qaeda regional branch ally claims the attack was in revenge for algeria's support for the french operation against islamic rebels of mali.
• At least 2 workers were killed and 40 other hostages were taken hostage by suspected islamic militants at a bp facility, in amenas in algeria. an unknown al-qaeda regional branch ally claims the attack was in revenge for algeria's support for the french operation against islamic rebels of mali.
• Conflict in northern mali (2012-present). battle of diabaly. french troops reported to be fighting rebels alongside malian troops in the malian city of diabaly.
• Battle of diabaly: french troops, along with malian troops, are fighting rebels in diabaly, a malian town.
• Afghanistan war (2001-present).: a group of suicide bombers attacked the kabul headquarters of the afghan national directorate of security. one security guard was killed and 17 were injured.
• Concerns about the safety of lithium-ion batteries on boeing 787 aircraft have led to them being grounded around the world.
• Canadian cirque du soleil cuts 400 jobs as strong loonie and surging costs bite.
• 2013 vauxhall helicopter accident: two people were killed and 13 injured when a helicopter crashed into a crane on top of a central london building.
• At least 25 people are killed when an apartment block in alexandria, egypt, collapses.
• Aslan usoyan, a russian mafia boss, is shot to death in moscow.
• Carlos castillo medrano is killed and shot by unknown assailants.
• Us interior secretary ken salazar announced that he will be leaving the office in march.
• Bayern munich confirms that pep guardiola will be the club's new manager during the summer 2013.
• After 18 months of poor results at the 2013 gulf cup of nations, frank rijkaard was fired as saudi arabia's national football coach.
• Lebron james, miami heat's forward, becomes the youngest player to reach 20,000 career points in basketball.

January 16, 2013: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on January 16, 2013:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $89.16
• Apple AAPL: opens at $494.64
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $27.15
• General Electric GE: opens at $21.15
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $192.00

Exchange Rates on January 16, 2013:

• 1 USD = 88.37 JPY
• 1 USD = 0.9856 CAD
• 1 USD = 0.9308 CHF
• 1 USD = 6.2165 CNY
• 1 EUR = 117.43 JPY

January 16, 2013: What were the main match results that day?

League 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

• Coventry - Tranmere : 1 - 0

Premier League - UK Soccer

• Chelsea - Southampton : 2 - 2

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 16th is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

Discover the personality of January born.

Unlock the Mysteries of January 16, 2013! Claim Your Free Personalized Numerology Report Now

January 16, 2013: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 16, 2013 is Snake and the associated element is Water.

Discover the Snake personality and how the Water Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

Reveal Your Destiny with a Complimentary Eastern Astrology Reading – Get Yours Now!

Moon phase

The moon phase on January 16, 2013 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 16, 2013 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 January 16, 2013 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 32% full, rising at 09:49 am and setting at 10:45 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 28, 2012 while the next full moon would come on Jan 27, 2013.

Unveil Your Inner Self: Discover Your Moon Sign for Free Today!

Your place in the Universe on January 16, 2013

We are proud to bring you the most beautiful and accurate map of the stars on your day

Whose famous birthday is on January 16th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 16th:

• Lin-Manuel Miranda

  Lin-manuel miranda is a tony award-winning actor, composer, and lyricist, best known for creating and starring in the hit broadway musical...

• James May

  James may is a british television presenter, journalist, and writer, best known for co-presenting the motoring show top gear.

• Sidharth Malhotra

  Sidharth malhotra is an indian actor known for his work in bollywood films.

• Vijay Sethupathi

  Vijay sethupathi is an indian actor known for his work in tamil cinema, gaining recognition for his versatile performances and...

• Richard Bohringer

  French-senegalese singer, actor, poet, and father to actress romane bohringer.

• Katy Jurado

  Katy jurado was a mexican actress known for her roles in classic western films such as high noon and broken lance.

• Josh Evans

  American actor, and a well-known family member, is the son of bob evans and ali mcgraw.

• John Carpenter

  American director of "dark star", "halloween", 1978, and "starman", 1984.

• Debbie Allen

  American actress and dancer, younger sister to phylicia rashad.

• Ricardo Darín

  Argentinian actor, director, and screenwriter.

See more famous people and celebrities born on January 16th

You are 11 years 3 months old,

or 135 months and 10 days old,

or 588 weeks and 2 days old,

or 4118 days old,

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 16, 2013?

There are 265 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday January 16th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 16, 2013?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on January 16, 2013.

Famous people died on January 16, 2013:

• Pal Csernai

  Pal Csernai was a Hungarian football player and manager who played as a midfielder.

• Gussie Moran

  Gussie Moran was a professional tennis player known for her style and flamboyant outfits on the court.

• Pauline Phillips

  Creator of the 'Dear Abby' advice column, reaching millions of readers worldwide.

• André Cassagnes

  French technician and toy maker, created the etch a sketch (b. 1926).

• Glen P. Robinson

  American businessman, founded scientific atlanta (b. 1923).

• Wayne D. Anderson

  American baseball player and coach (b. 1930).

• Burhan Doğançay
• Giorgio Perrotta
• Anna Ter-Avetikian
• Bruno Bernini
• Noé Hernández
• Evdokija Mekšilo
• Paolo Morales
• Perrette Pradier
• Aslan Usojan
• Guido Veroi
• Ernst Wechselberger

What famous deaths happened on January 16th?

Famous deaths on January 16th:

• Carole Lombard

  American actress.

• John Mortimer

  British screenwriter, barrister and author.

• Bernard Lee

  London, england -- actor in james bond movies (m).

• Prem Nazir

  Malayalam actor (born in 1926).

• Akaya Kabila

  Former President of a country in Africa.

• Alver Lindgren

  Prolific playwright known for his impactful dramas.

• Rodrigues Alves

  Former President of Brazil known for modernizing the country's infrastructure.

• Ndrew Wyeth

  Renowned American realist painter known for his rural landscapes and portraits.

• Marjorie Williams

  Marjorie Williams was an American journalist and political columnist who wrote for publications such as Vanity Fair and The Washington Post.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on January 16th

Holidays on January 16, 2013:

• National Religious Freedom Day in the United States, to commemorate the adoption of Thomas Jefferson's landmark Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom in 1786
• Teacher's Day in Thailand

January 16, 2013: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 16, 2013 was Locked Out Of Heaven by Bruno Mars, according to the music chart for the week January 14th and January 20th.

January 16, 2013: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 16, 2013 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 14th and January 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

1. Bruno Mars - Locked Out Of Heaven
2. Rihanna - Diamonds
3. Taylor Swift - I Knew You Were Trouble
4. The Lumineers - Ho Hey
5. Macklemore - Thrift Shop

January 16, 2013: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 16, 2013 was Diamonds by Rihanna, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 14th and January 20th.

January 16, 2013: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 16, 2013 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 14th and January 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

1. Rihanna - Diamonds
2. Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Wanz - Thrift Shop
3. Alicia Keys Featuring Nicki Minaj - Girl On Fire
4. Kendrick Lamar - Swimming Pools (Drank)
5. A$AP Rocky Featuring Drake, 2 Chainz & Kendrick Lamar - F**kin Problems

January 16, 2013: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on January 16, 2013 was Por Que Les Mientes? by Tito El Bambino + El Patron Featuring Marc Anthony, according to the Latin music chart for the week January 14th and January 20th.

January 16, 2013: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on January 16, 2013 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week January 14th and January 20th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

1. Tito El Bambino + El Patron Featuring Marc Anthony - Por Que Les Mientes?
2. Wisin & Yandel Featuring Chris Brown & T-Pain - Algo Me Gusta De Ti
3. Daddy Yankee - Limbo
4. Carlos Vives - Volvi A Nacer
5. Gerardo Ortiz - Solo Vine A Despedirme