Thursday August 18, 2005: on this day

August 18, 2005 was the 230th day of the year 2005, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is August 18, 2005 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 18, 2005, who was born and died on August 18, 2005, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 18, 2005, which were the most popular songs (ex. We Belong Together by Mariah Carey), movies (e.g. Serenity, directed by Joss Whedon), TV series (e.g. Beautiful People) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 18th, 2005 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 18, 2005?


August 18, 2005 was a Thursday and it was the 230th day of the year 2005 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 18, 2005 can also be written as 8/18/2005 in the US and as 18/8/2005 in UK and Europe.

August 18, 2005 in August 2005 calendar

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August 18, 2005: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 18, 2005:

  • Dennis rader was sentenced to 175 year imprisonment for his involvement in the btk serial murders.
  • A massive power blackout strikes java island in indonesia, affecting nearly 100 million people.
  • Ohio governor bob taft pleads not guilty to four counts of failing to file financial disclosure statements in columbus. a franklin county municipal court judge found him guilty and fined him $4,000 and ordered him to publicly apologize. taft states he won't resign from his office.
  • Saleh mohammed al aoofi, the leader of al qaeda in saudi arabia was shot and killed by police.
  • Dennis rader, also known by the btk killer, has been sentenced to 10 consecutive life sentences for 10 murders committed between 1974 and 1991.
  • Pope benedict xvi traveled to germany for the first time, and attended the 2005 world youth day. he was greeted with cheers as he made speeches to german leaders and pilgrims on the rhine banks, as well as to the cologne cathedrale. bbc pictures; bbc news, msnbc
  • Conflict in iraq: 4 us troops are killed by insurgents in an ied blast in samarra, iraq, north of baghdad. (polit info), xinhua. an angry crowd of iraqis thronged al-a'amiriya district in baghdad after us troops killed three of their local brothers, including a disabled person, and accused them of being terrorists.
  • Four us troops are killed by insurgents in an ied explosion that occurred in samarra, iraq, north of baghdad. (polit info),
  • After us troops killed three iraqi brothers and a disabled man, a crowd of angry iraqis gathered in the al-a'amiriya area of baghdad to accuse them of being terrorists.
  • Nasa has decided that the next mission to sts-121 will be moved to march 2006, and that it will be reassigned to the space shuttle discovery.
  • Zionist jews who were opposed to ariel sharon’s unilateral disengagement plan were forced from their homes in the synagogues of the israeli settlements in gaza strip by israeli troops. some protestors hurled acid, paint, and rocks at the soldiers. (bbc),
  • A massive power blackout hits the indonesian island of java; affecting almost 100 million people, it is one of the largest and most widespread power outages in history.

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August 18, 2005: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on August 18, 2005:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $58.15
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $46.91
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $26.89
  • General Electric GE: opens at $34.04
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $81.10

Exchange Rates on August 18, 2005:

  • 1 USD = 110.51 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.2187 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.271 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 134.57 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.6787 GBP

August 18, 2005: What were the main match results that day?

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Montpellier - Amiens : 2 - 1
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August 18, 2005: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 18th is Leo.

Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.

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.

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August 18, 2005: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 18, 2005 is Rooster and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on August 18th, 2005 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 18, 2005: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 18, 2005 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 18, 2005 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 August 18, 2005 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 07:38 pm and setting at 05:39 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 21, 2005 while the next full moon would come on Aug 19, 2005.

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Who was born on August 18, 2005?


Famous people born on August 18, 2005:

  • Matheus Gonçalves

Whose famous birthday is on August 18th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 18th:

  • Robert Redford
    Robert Redford

    American actor, director, environmental activist.

  • Mae West
    Mae West

    Mae west was an american actress, playwright, and screenwriter known for her bawdy and witty persona, and her iconic roles in films such as...

  • Kaitlin Olson
    Kaitlin Olson

    Kaitlin Olson is an American actress and comedian, best known for her role as Dee Reynolds on the FX/FXX sitcom 'It's Always Sunny in...

  • Edward Norton
    Edward Norton

    American actor, director, writer, and producer best known for his extraordinary dramatic range.

  • Andy Samberg
    Andy Samberg

    Andy samberg is an american comedian known for his work on the comedy sketch show 'saturday night live' and for co-founding the comedy group...

  • Alex Honnold
    Alex Honnold

    Alex honnold is a renowned rock climber known for his free solo ascents of big walls, particularly his historic climb of el capitan in...

  • Roman Polanski
    Roman Polanski

    French director of film, well-known in france and america for his works such as "chinatown" and "rosemary's baby".

  • Patrick Swayze
    Patrick Swayze

    American stage, tv and film actor, dancer, choreographer, and sex symbol.

  • Madeleine Stowe
    Madeleine Stowe

    Madeleine Stowe is an American actress known for her roles in films such as 'The Last of the Mohicans', 'Twelve Monkeys', and 'The General's...

  • Carole Bouquet
    Carole Bouquet

    French actress, model and comedian.

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August 18, 2005: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 18 years 7 months old,

or 223 months and 10 days old,

or 971 weeks

or 6797 days old,

if you were born on August 18, 2005.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old,

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 18, 2005?

There are 143 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday August 18th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 18, 2005?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 18, 2005.

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August 18, 2005: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 18, 2005:

  • Chri$ Ca$h

    American wrestler (b. 1982).

  • Christopher Bauman

    American wrestler (born 1982).

  • Gao Xiumin

    Chinese comedian actress (born 1959).

  • Davide Liani
  • Krzysztof Raczkowski
  • Marcello Morante
  • Chri$ Ca$h (en 23)
  • Magdalena Sánchez

What famous deaths happened on August 18th?

Famous deaths on August 18th:

  • Persis Khambatta
    Persis Khambatta

    East indian actress and model who made her modeling debut when she was just 13.

  • Mildred Davis
    Mildred Davis

    Actress (haunted spooks), passes away from coronary at the age of 68.

  • Robert Novak
    Robert Novak

    American journalist and commentator (born in 1931).

  • Ben Cross
    Ben Cross

    English stage and film actor (b. 1947).

  • Beverly Bayne
    Beverly Bayne

    Actress (romeo & juliet: passionate youth), died at 87.

  • John Kerr
    John Kerr

    18th governor general of australia, an australian politician (d. 1991).

  • Kafi Annan

    Former UN Secretary-General and Nobel Peace Prize laureate.

  • Brigitt Haque

    Pioneering journalist and human rights activist who made significant contributions to investigative journalism.

  • Walter Chrysler

    American industrialist who founded chrysler corporation.

  • Tola Rotimi

    Renowned Nigerian playwright and director.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 18th

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August 18, 2005: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 18, 2005:

  • RC saints - Saint Helena of Constantinople,Saint Alberto Hurtado
  • Buhe in the Ethiopian Orthodox Church
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August 18, 2005: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 18, 2005 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 15th and August 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 18, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 18, 2005 was We Belong Together by Mariah Carey, according to the music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.

August 18, 2005: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 18, 2005 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 15th and August 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - We Belong Together youtube
  2. - Don't Cha
  3. - Pon de Replay
  4. - Let Me Hold You
  5. - Lose Control

August 18, 2005: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 18, 2005 was You're Beautiful by James Blunt, according to the music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.

August 18, 2005: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 18, 2005 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 15th and August 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - You're Beautiful youtube
  2. - Bad Day youtube
  3. - Ghetto Gospel
  4. - Since U Been Gone

August 18, 2005: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 18, 2005 was We Belong Together by Mariah Carey, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.

August 18, 2005: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 18, 2005 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 15th and August 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - We Belong Together youtube
  2. - Let Me Hold You
  3. - Cater 2 U
  4. - Free Yourself
  5. - Must Be Nice

August 18, 2005: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 18, 2005 was La Tortura by Shakira Featuring Alejandro Sanz, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.

August 18, 2005: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 18, 2005 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 15th and August 21st. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - La Tortura
  2. - Nada Es Para Siempre
  3. - Lo Que Paso, Paso
  4. - Reggaeton Latino
  5. - La Camisa Negra

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August 18, 2005: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 18, 2005 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Serenity

Serenity

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Joss Whedon

Starring: Nathan Fillion, Gina Torres, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Alan Tudyk

Country: United States of America

The Illusionist

The Illusionist

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Neil Burger

Starring: Edward Norton, Jessica Biel, Paul Giamatti, Rufus Sewell

Country: United States of America

Saved!

Saved!

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Brian Dannelly

Starring: Jena Malone, Mandy Moore, Macaulay Culkin, Patrick Fugit

Country: United States of America

A Prairie Home Companion

A Prairie Home Companion

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Robert Altman

Starring: Lily Tomlin, Meryl Streep, Woody Harrelson, John C. Reilly

Country: United States of America

Slither

Slither

Release year: 2005

Directed by: James Gunn

Starring: Nathan Fillion, Elizabeth Banks, Michael Rooker, Don Thompson

Country: United States of America

August 18, 2005: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 18, 2005 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Beautiful People

Beautiful People

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Jasmin Dizdar

Outrageous Fortune

Outrageous Fortune

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Arthur Hiller

Time Bomb

Time Bomb

Release year: 2005

Directed by: Erin Berry

American Dragon: Jake Long

American Dragon: Jake Long

Release year: 2005

Country: United States of America

August 18, 2005: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 18, 2005 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Origin In Death by J. D. Robb

Origin In Death

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Double Tap by Steve Martini

Double Tap

By:

Madriani now has to deal with a daunting piece of ballistics evidence. A so-called double tap - two bullet wounds that are tightly packed in the victim's head. These shots could only have been made by a skilled marksman.

The Fairtax Book by Neal Boortz and John Linder

The Fairtax Book

By:

Wouldn't it be great if the IRS was abolished? . . All your money should remain in your pocket. . . You pay taxes only on the amount you spend and not what you earn

The Undomestic Goddess by Sophie Kinsella

The Undomestic Goddess

By:

Samantha Sweeting, a workaholic lawyer, has done the unthinkable. It's a huge mistake that will ruin any chance of a partnership.

The World Is Flat by Thomas L. Friedman

The World Is Flat

By:

The Phenomenal #1 Bestseller is Back in New Edition

August 18, 2005: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 18, 2005 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Ape Academy 2

Ape Academy 2

Platform: PlayStation Portable

Genre: Party

Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment

Caramel Box Yarukibako Caramel Box Yarukibako 2

Caramel Box Yarukibako Caramel Box Yarukibako 2

Platform: PC

Genre: Eroge, Minigame, Visual novel

Champions: Return to Arms

Champions: Return to Arms

Platform: PlayStation 2

Genre: Action-RPG, hack and slash

Publisher: Sony Online Entertainment

Against All Odds

Against All Odds

Platform: Adobe Flash

Genre: Educational

Drakengard 2

Drakengard 2

Platform: PlayStation 2

Genre: Action role-playing game

Publisher: JP Square Enix; WW Ubisoft

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Who was the US President on August 18, 2005?

On August 18, 2005 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 18, 2005?

On August 18, 2005 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on August 18, 2005?

On August 18, 2005 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about August 18th?

August 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th day of the month of August. 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 August 18th, such as:

  • 2018 - Russian president vladimir putin attends karin kneissl, austria's foreign minister (fpo), and wolfgang malinger, a businessman.
  • 2017 - Following the 2017 barcelona attacks, five terrorist suspects were killed by catalan police in cambrils. they were responding to a second van attack. although the police initially reported that the attackers were wearing explosive vests they later found out that they were fakes.
  • 2016 - Conflict between kurdish and turkish kurds (2015-present). three bombings that targeted police and military killed at least 12 and left 219 people wounded in southeast turkey.

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What happened in 2005?

2005 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Police kill Jean Charles de Menezes as they begin to hunt for London Bombers who were responsible for the 7/7/2005 London bombings and 21/7/2005 London bombings.
  • Yasser Aramfat is replaced as the head of the Palestine Liberation Organization by elections. Rawhi Fattouh succeeds him.
  • Donald Kagin and Steven Contursi purchased the rare (US) 1787 Brasher Gold Doubloon for US$2,990,000. This is the third highest auction price for a rare coin.

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What was the calendar for August 2005?

August 2005 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.

Discover how August 2005 calendar looked like.

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