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US date format: 8/17/2006, UK date format: 17/8/2006
The day of the week was Thursday, under the astrological sign of Leo (see Chinese Zodiac and Moon Sign on August 17, 2006).
The number one song in US was London Bridge by Fergie. Hips Don't Lie by Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean was #1 song in the UK.
Shooter, directed by Antoine Fuqua, was one of the most viewed movie released in 2006 while Beach Road by James Patterson, Peter de Jonge was one of the best selling book.
On TV people were watching The Minor Accomplishments of Jackie Woodman. If you liked videogames you were probably playing Race Driver 2006 or Bratz: Forever Diamondz.
The US president was George W. Bush (Republican), the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour), Pope Benedict XVI was leading the Catholic Church.
But much more happened that day: find out below.
Events | Famous Deaths | Zodiac | Calendar and Day of Week | Movies | TV Series | Music charts | Magazine covers | Books | Videogames
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August 17, 2006 Events
What happened on August 17, 2006?
Historical Events
- North Korea: ABC News reports that an American official said that the intelligence community believes that there is a possibility of a nuclear test. He also claimed that they have witnessed suspicious vehicle movement at a possible site for such a test. According to Reuters, a United States official stated that they do not have any new evidence.
- United States District Court Judge Williams Alsup orders Greg Anderson (personal trainer to Barry Bonds) to testify before Grand Jury regarding the use of steroids in athletes.
- Anna Diggs Taylor, a US District Judge, orders that the NSA warrantless surveillance system be stopped as it is unconstitutional.
- Thai police claim John Mark Karr has admitted to the murder JonBenet Ramsey. After the press conference, Karr told reporters that he was there with the child when she died and didn't intend to kill her.
- As part of the ceasefire agreement, Lebanese troops are deployed south of the Litani River in Lebanon.
- Tungurahua is an active stratovolcano located in Ecuador. It erupts and spews out pyroclastic flows. Volcanic ash can be seen six kilometres up the air, forcing thousands to evacuate. At least one person has been killed, and 60 others are missing. (UN), (BBC), (Reuters),
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August 17, 2006 Famous Deaths
Who died on August 17, 2006?
Other August 17th famous deaths
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Singer (Denver Nightengale), dies at 77.
Australian actress and astrologer.
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American entertainer in vaudeville, night clubs, films and records.
![Vivian Vance]()
Actress (Ethel Mertz-I Love Lucy), dies of cancer at 67.
August 17, 2006 Zodiac
Western Zodiac - Astrological Sign
Leo
Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo
Chinese Zodiac
Dog
August 17, 2006 Day of the Week and Calendar
What day of the week was August 17, 2006?
The day of the week was Thursday.
August 17th marks the 228th day of the Gregorian calendar for the year 2006.
There are 136 days remaining until the end of the year. Calculate the number of days between two dates.
Movies
Which were the most popular Movies released in those months?
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Shooter
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Antoine Fuqua
Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Michael Peña, Rhona Mitra, Danny Glover
Country: United States of America
Fracture
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Gregory Hoblit
Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Ryan Gosling, David Strathairn, Rosamund Pike
Country: United States of America
Bridge to Terabithia
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Gabor Csupo
Starring: Josh Hutcherson, AnnaSophia Robb, Zooey Deschanel, Robert Patrick
Country: United States of America
Invincible
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Ericson Core
Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Greg Kinnear, Elizabeth Banks, Kevin Conway
Country: United States of America
The Kingdom
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Peter Berg
Starring: Jamie Foxx, Chris Cooper, Jennifer Garner, Jason Bateman
Country: United States of America
Music charts
What was the number one song on August 17, 2006? Which were the top hits on August 17, 2006?
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Top #5 songs in the USA
- Fergie - London Bridge
- Gnarls Barkley - Crazy
- Nelly Furtado - Promiscuous
- Cassie - Me & U
- The Pussycat Dolls - Buttons
Top #5 songs in the UK
- Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean - Hips Don't Lie
- Christina Aguilera - Ain't No Other Man
- Rihanna - Unfaithful
- Cascada - Everytime We Touch
- James Morrison - You Give Me Something
Top #5 R&B songs
- Young Dro Featuring T.I. - Shoulder Lean
- Ne-Yo - Sexy Love
- Cassie - Me & U
- Chingy Featuring Tyrese - Pullin' Me Back
- Beyonce Featuring Jay Z - Deja Vu
Top #5 Latin songs
- Mana - Labios Compartidos
- Shakira Featuring Wyclef Jean - Hips Don't Lie
- RKM & Ken-Y - Down
- Don Omar - Angelito
- Tito "El Bambino" El Patron - Caile
TV Series
Which were the most popular TV Series released in those months?
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The Minor Accomplishments of Jackie Woodman
Release year: 2006
Chain Reaction
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Andrew Davis
Eureka
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Peter O'Fallon
Foursome
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Claude d'Anna
Drop Dead Gorgeous
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Philip Alderton
Magazine Covers
What news were making the headlines those days in August 2006?
- Time: Picture of a car on fire in Iraq
- SportsIllustrated: Sports Illustrated: no.10434
- EW: Entertainment Weekly: no.890
- Wired: Wired - August, 2006
- LIFE: explore magazine covers
Books
Which were the most popular books released in the last weeks?
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Beach Road
By: James Patterson, Peter de Jonge
Tom Dunleavy, Montauk lawyer, has a woefully limited client list. He barely keeps his paper clips in place for real estate closings. He knows he has the case of his life when he is asked to defend a local suspect …
Can'T Wait To Get To Heaven
By: Fannie Flagg
Fannie Flagg combines southern warmth with unabashed emotion, side-splitting humor, and southern warmth. She takes readers back in time to Elmwood Springs Missouri, where the most surprising and unexpected experiences of a high-spirited Octogenarian inspire.
Coming Out
By: Danielle Steel
Olympia Crawford Rubinstein is a busy lawyer with a strong marriage and has a unique way of managing her family with grace, humor and boundless energy.
The Glass Books Of The Dream Eaters
By: Gordon Dahlquist
The extraordinary and remarkable debut novel of Gordon Dahlquist was one of the most talked-about acquisitions in 2005. It was translated into twenty-five different countries.
Marley & Me
By: John Grogan
This is the heartwarming story of a family who lost their dog to neurotic behavior.
Videogames
What videogames would you be playing back in the days?
Race Driver 2006
Bratz: Forever Diamondz
Commandos: Strike Force
Buzz! Junior: Jungle Party
The Ant Bully
Financial News
Stock Markets and Exchange Rates
Stock Markets
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $67.02
- Apple AAPL: opens at $68.00
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $24.70
- General Electric GE: opens at $33.70
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $78.93
Exchange Rates
- 1 USD = 116.05 JPY
- 1 USD = 1.1227 CAD
- 1 USD = 1.2322 CHF
- 1 USD = 7.979 CNY
- 1 EUR = 148.86 JPY
Frequently Asked Questions
What day of the week was on August 17, 2006?
On August 17, 2006 the day of the week was Thursday.
What zodiac sign is August 17, 2006?
On August 17, 2006 the zodiac sign was Leo.
Who was the US President on August 17, 2006?
On August 17, 2006 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 17, 2006?
On August 17, 2006 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on August 17, 2006?
On August 17, 2006 Pope Benedict XVI was leading the Catholic Church.
Which famous people died on August 17, 2006?
Famous people died on August 17, 2006 include, Bernard Rapp, Shamsur Rahman, André Dequae.
What was the number one song in August 17, 2006?
The number one song in the week of August 17, 2006 was London Bridge by Fergie in US and Hips Don't Lie by Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean in UK.
What were the top hits on August 17, 2006?
The top hits on August 17, 2006 were London Bridge by Fergie, Crazy by Gnarls Barkley, Promiscuous by Nelly Furtado in US and Hips Don't Lie by Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean, Ain't No Other Man by Christina Aguilera, Unfaithful by Rihanna in UK.
