Monday August 18, 2014: on this day

August 18, 2014 was the 230th day of the year 2014, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Monday.

Is August 18, 2014 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, 2014, who was born and died on August 18, 2014, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 18, 2014, which were the most popular songs (ex. Rude by MAGIC!), movies (e.g. Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, directed by Guy Ritchie), TV series (e.g. Blockbustaz) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 18th, 2014 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 18, 2014?


August 18, 2014 was a Monday and it was the 230th day of the year 2014 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 18, 2014 can also be written as 8/18/2014 in the US and as 18/8/2014 in UK and Europe.

August 18, 2014 in August 2014 calendar

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August 18, 2014: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 18, 2014:

  • War in donbass - ukrainian forces claim they have retaken control of mala ivanivka, andrianivka from prorussian insurgents. this effectively makes horlivka a rebel-controlled city.
  • 2014 israel-gaza conflict: the israeli defence forces burn the homes of three suspect murderers of kidnapped teens on the west bank.
  • The homes of three suspect murderers of kidnapped teens on the west bank were destroyed by the israeli defence forces.
  • After days of heavy rains in northern india and nepal, at least 160 people have been killed in floods or landslides.
  • After a week of violent protests following the shooting of michael brown, jay nixon, the governor of missouri dispatches his missouri national guard to ferguson, a suburb of st. louis.
  • Julian assange is being sought in sweden for questioning. he has stated that wikileaks founder wikileaks will "soon" leave ecuadorean embassy in london as he fled his refuge.
  • Jaycee chan, the son of jackie chan, and kai ko, taiwan's star are being held in beijing on drug-related charges.

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August 18, 2014: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on August 18, 2014:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $99.28
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $98.49
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $44.94
  • General Electric GE: opens at $25.87
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $188.10

Exchange Rates on August 18, 2014:

  • 1 USD = 102.57 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0888 CAD
  • 1 USD = 0.9066 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.1437 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 137.04 JPY

August 18, 2014: What were the main match results that day?

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Ajaccio GFCO - Ajaccio : 0 - 2
  • Sochaux - Troyes : 0 - 2

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • Burnley - Chelsea : 1 - 3

Liga I - Football (Portugal)

  • Arouca - Estoril : 1 - 1
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August 18, 2014: 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, 2014: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 18, 2014 is Horse and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on August 18th, 2014 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 18, 2014: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 18, 2014 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 18, 2014 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, 2014 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 27% full, rising at 12:14 am and setting at 03:43 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 10, 2014 while the next full moon would come on Sep 09, 2014.

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Who was born on August 18, 2014?


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...

  • Patrick Swayze
    Patrick Swayze

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

  • 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...

  • Christian Slater
    Christian Slater

    Christian slater is an american actor known for his roles in films such as heathers, true romance, and mr.

  • Roman Polanski
    Roman Polanski

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

  • 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...

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August 18, 2014: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 9 years 8 months old,

or 116 months and 1 day old,

or 504 weeks and 4 days old,

or 3532 days old,

if you were born on August 18, 2014.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 18, 2014?

There are 121 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, 2014?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on August 18, 2014.

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August 18, 2014: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 18, 2014:

  • Derry Jeffords

    American politician who served as a Republican and later an Independent in the United States Senate.

  • Don Pardo

    American radio and television announcer (d. 2014).

  • Gordon Faber

    American soldier and politician, 39th mayor of hillsboro, oregon (b. 1930).

  • Jim Jeffords

    American captain, lawyer, and politician (d. 2014).

  • Levente Lengyel

    Hungarian chess player (b. 1933).

  • Paul Nguyễn Thanh Hoan
  • Alberto Spigaroli
  • Jean Nicolay

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).

  • John Kerr
    John Kerr

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

  • Beverly Bayne
    Beverly Bayne

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

  • 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.

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August 18, 2014: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 18, 2014:

  • RC saints - Saint Helena of Constantinople,Saint Alberto Hurtado
  • Buhe in the Ethiopian Orthodox Church
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August 18, 2014: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 18, 2014 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 18th and August 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 18, 2014: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 18, 2014 was Rude by MAGIC!, according to the music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.

August 18, 2014: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 18, 2014 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 18th and August 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Rude
  2. - Stay With Me
  3. - Fancy
  4. - All About That Bass
  5. - Am I Wrong

August 18, 2014: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 18, 2014 was Fancy by Iggy Azalea Featuring Charli XCX, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.

August 18, 2014: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 18, 2014 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 18th and August 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Fancy
  2. - All Of Me
  3. - Black Widow
  4. - Anaconda
  5. - Happy

August 18, 2014: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 18, 2014 was Bailando by Enrique Iglesias Featuring Descemer Bueno & Gente de Zona, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.

August 18, 2014: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 18, 2014 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 18th and August 24th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Bailando
  2. - Eres Mia
  3. - Propuesta Indecente
  4. - Odio
  5. - El Perdedor

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August 18, 2014: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 18, 2014 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels

Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Guy Ritchie

Starring: Jason Flemyng, Dexter Fletcher, Nick Moran, Jason Statham

Country: United States of America

Nebraska

Nebraska

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Alexander Payne

Starring: Bruce Dern, Will Forte, June Squibb, Bob Odenkirk

Country: United States of America

Fruitvale Station

Fruitvale Station

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Ryan Coogler

Starring: Michael B. Jordan, Melonie Diaz, Octavia Spencer, Kevin Durand

Country: United States of America

Lone Survivor

Lone Survivor

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Peter Berg

Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Taylor Kitsch, Emile Hirsch, Ben Foster

Country: United States of America

Reservation Road

Reservation Road

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Terry George

Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Mark Ruffalo, Jennifer Connelly, Elle Fanning

Country: United States of America

August 18, 2014: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 18, 2014 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Blockbustaz

Blockbustaz

Release year: 2014

Intruders

Intruders

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Adam Schindler

Girl Meets World

Girl Meets World

Release year: 2014

La Malquerida

La Malquerida

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Emilio Fernández

Mr. Pickles

Mr. Pickles

Release year: 2014

Country: United States of America

August 18, 2014: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 18, 2014 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

A Perfect Life by Danielle Steel

A Perfect Life

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERFrom Danielle Steel, a heartwarming, inspirational novel about a mother-daughter team who overcome celebrity and tragedy, while still maintaining an outwardly beautiful appearance.

The Magician'S Land by Lev Grossman

The Magician'S Land

By:

The thrilling conclusion to the #1 New York Times bestseller Magicians trilogy is now a series on Syfy#1 NEWYORKTIMES NOTABLE BIBLE OF THE YEAR A NEW YEAR'S BEST BOOK A NEW YEAR'S TIMES NOTABLE BOOK of THE YEAR A NEW …

The Invisible Bridge by Rick Perlstein

The Invisible Bridge

By:

The New York Times bestseller depicts America at the brink of a nervous breakdown during turbulent political and economic times in the 1970s.

Mr. Mercedes by Stephen King

Mr. Mercedes

By:

Now, an AT&T Audience Original series WINNER OF EDGAR AWARD for BEST NOVEL #1 New York Times Bestseller! Three of Stephen King's most unlikely heroes race against the clock to stop a serial killer from destroying thousands of lives.

Invisible by James Patterson and David Ellis

Invisible

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Emmy Dockery is a crazy person, everyone thinks. Emmy Dockery is obsessed with finding the connection between hundreds of unsolved crimes. She has quit her job as an FBI researcher.

August 18, 2014: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 18, 2014 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Fotonica

Fotonica

Platform: iOS, Microsoft Windows, Android, OS X, Linux

Genre: Endless runner

Costume Quest 2

Costume Quest 2

Platform: Windows, OS X, Linux, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Wii U

Genre: Action role-playing game

Publisher: Midnight City[1] Majesco Entertainment

Destiny Expansion I: The Dark Below

Destiny Expansion I: The Dark Below

Platform: PlayStation 3; PlayStation 4; Xbox 360; Xbox One

Genre: Action role-playing, first-person shooter

Publisher: Activision

Ar Nosurge

Ar Nosurge

Platform: PlayStation 3, PlayStation Vita

Genre: Role-playing

Publisher: Tecmo Koei

Fatal Frame: Maiden of Black Water

Fatal Frame: Maiden of Black Water

Platform: Wii U

Genre: Survival horror

Publisher: Nintendo

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Who was the US President on August 18, 2014?

On August 18, 2014 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 18, 2014?

On August 18, 2014 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 18, 2014?

On August 18, 2014 the Pope was Francis.

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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 2014?

2014 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Six people were killed when six Indonesian police officers opened fire on suspected militants in Jakarta.
  • Spillover from the Syrian Civil War in Lebanon: Sources confirm that Majid bin Mohammad al-Majid has been captured by Lebanon. He is the leader of the al-Qaeda-linked Abdullah Azzam Brigades, responsible for the recent bombing attack on the Iranian Embassy in Beirut, Lebanon.
  • Somali Civil War (2009-present), 11 people killed in bomb attack outside a Somali hotel in Mogadishu. (Standard Media),

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What was the calendar for August 2014?

August 2014 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.

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