What happened on Monday, October 16, 2006?

Here's what happened on October 16, 2006:

• Pinochet arrest in London On October 16, 2006, former Chilean dictator Augusto Pinochet was arrested in London on charges of human rights abuses committed during his regime. The arrest was part of ongoing efforts to hold former leaders accountable for atrocities committed under their rule. source: voanews.com
• North Korean nuclear test confirmation On October 16, 2006, North Korea confirmed conducting its first nuclear test, claiming it was a "successful" underground nuclear explosion. The announcement drew widespread international condemnation and heightened concerns over regional security and nuclear proliferation. source: voanews.com
• Deadly Tamil Tiger rebel attack in Sri Lanka On October 16, 2006, the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) carried out a suicide truck bombing in Digampathaha, Sri Lanka, targeting a convoy of military buses. The attack resulted in the deaths of at least 99 sailors and over 150 injuries. The LTTE claimed responsibility, marking one of the deadliest attacks in the region during that period. source: en.wikipedia.org
• Massive IPO of Industrial and Commercial Bank of China The Industrial and Commercial Bank of China launches a dual initial public offering (IPO) on the Hong Kong and Shanghai Stock Exchanges, becoming the largest IPO at the time.
• Discovery of New Chemical Element Ununoctium Scientists from Russia and America announce the discovery of a new chemical element, temporarily named Ununoctium, expanding the periodic table's boundaries.
• UN Security Council Election Challenges The UN General Assembly elects South Africa, Indonesia, Italy, and a second seat for Indonesia to the Security Council. A deadlock persists for the fifth seat between Guatemala and Venezuela, with potential for alternative Latin American or Caribbean candidates.
• Uzbek Presidential Dismissal Related to Andijan Massacre President Islam Karimov fires Andijan's Governor Saidullo Begaliev, citing his role in the 2005 Andijan massacre, and appoints Ahmad Usmonov as his successor.
• UN Condemns Eritrean Military Incursion UN Secretary General Kofi Annan strongly condemns Eritrea's violation of the ceasefire with Ethiopia by deploying 1,500 troops, 14 tanks, and additional equipment into the UN-monitored Temporary Safety Zone.
• End of MASH Military Medical Units The final Mobile Army Surgical Hospital (MASH) unit is decommissioned, marking the end of a medical service model that became famous during the Korean and Vietnam Wars.
• Hong Kong Sodomy Law Overturned The Hong Kong government decides not to appeal a court decision that quashes the existing sodomy law, representing a significant legal and social progression.
• Significant Hawaii Earthquake A magnitude 6.7 earthquake strikes Hawaii, causing substantial property damage, numerous injuries, and widespread power outages across the islands.
• Death of Valentín Paniagua, Former Peruvian President Valentín Paniagua, who served as President of Peru during a critical transitional period, died. He was instrumental in Peru's return to democracy after the Alberto Fujimori era.
• Sudan-Eastern Front Peace Agreement In Asmara, Eritrea, the Sudanese government and Eastern Front rebels sign a significant peace agreement, potentially reducing regional conflict.
• Death of Lister Sinclair, Canadian Broadcaster Lister Sinclair, a prominent Canadian broadcaster, playwright, and intellectual, passed away. Known for his significant contributions to Canadian media and cultural discourse.
• Swedish Minister's Resignation Cecilia Stego Chilo resigns as Swedish Minister for Culture after 11 consecutive days, marking the second resignation from Fredrik Reinfeldt's Cabinet.

Events in 2006

October 16, 2006: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Oct. 16, 2006

October 16, 2006: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on October 16, 2006:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $68.45
• Apple AAPL: opens at $75.19
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $28.48
• General Electric GE: opens at $35.73
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $86.08

Exchange Rates on October 16, 2006:

• 1 USD = 119.03 JPY
• 1 USD = 1.1371 CAD
• 1 USD = 1.2702 CHF
• 1 USD = 7.9098 CNY
• 1 EUR = 149.18 JPY

October 16, 2006: What were the main match results that day?

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

• FC Koln - Karlsruhe : 1 - 1

Division 2 - Football (France)

• Caen - Montpellier : 0 - 0

Premier League - UK Soccer

• Fulham - Charlton : 2 - 1

Serie B - Football (Italy)

• Treviso - Juventus : 0 - 1

October 16, 2006 was a Monday and it was the 289th day of the year 2006 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 16, 2006 can also be written as 10/16/2006 in the US and as 16/10/2006 in UK and Europe.

October 16, 2006 in October 2006 calendar

Famous people died on October 16, 2006:

• Valentín Paniagua

  Peruvian lawyer and politician who served as the 91st President of Peru, playing a crucial role in the transition of power after the...

• John Victor Murra

  Ukrainian-american anthropologist and academic (b. 1916).

Famous people who died in 2006

Famous people who died on October 16th

October 16, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 16, 2006 was SexyBack by Justin Timberlake, according to the music chart for the week October 16th and October 22nd.

1. Justin Timberlake - SexyBack
2. Ludacris - Money Maker
3. Hinder - Lips Of An Angel
4. Akon - Smack That
5. The Fray - How To Save A Life

October 16, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 16, 2006 was America by Razorlight, according to the music chart for the week October 16th and October 22nd.

1. Razorlight - America
2. Scissor Sisters - I Don't Feel Like Dancin'
3. My Chemical Romance - Welcome To The Black Parade
4. Bob Sinclar & Cutee B - Rock This Party (Everybody Dance Now)
5. The Killers - When You Were Young

October 16, 2006: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 16, 2006 was Say Goodbye by Chris Brown, according to the music chart for the week October 16th and October 22nd.

1. Chris Brown - Say Goodbye
2. Ludacris Featuring Pharrell - Money Maker
3. Lyfe Jennings - S.E.X.
4. Chingy Featuring Tyrese - Pullin' Me Back
5. Beyonce - Ring The Alarm

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 16th is Libra.

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October 16, 2006: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 16, 2006 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 16, 2006 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 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 October 16, 2006 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 16% full, rising at 01:35 am and setting at 04:24 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 07, 2006 while the next full moon would come on Nov 05, 2006.

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Your place in the Universe on October 16, 2006

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Someone born on October 16, 2006 is:

19 years 9 months old,

or 237 months and 18 days old,

or 1033 weeks

or 7231 days old,

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