Thursday February 18, 2016: on this day

February 18, 2016 was the 49th day of the year 2016, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is February 18, 2016 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on February 18, 2016, who was born and died on February 18, 2016, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 18, 2016, which were the most popular songs (ex. Pillowtalk by Zayn), movies (e.g. Maggie's Plan, directed by Rebecca Miller), TV series (e.g. Born This Way) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 18th, 2016 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 18, 2016?


February 18, 2016 was a Thursday and it was the 49th day of the year 2016 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 18, 2016 can also be written as 2/18/2016 in the US and as 18/2/2016 in UK and Europe.

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February 18, 2016: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 18, 2016:

  • Conflict between kurdish and turkish: february 2016 diyarbakir bombing. a roadside bomb struck a military convoy killing six soldiers from the turkish army in southeast diyarbakir province. (abc news, (reuters) turkish air force jets bomb kurdistan workers party (pkk), bases in iraqi kurdistan within hours of turkish president recep tayyip erdan blaming kurdish militants for 2016 ankara bombing.
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  • Turkish air force jets attacked kurdistan workers party (pkk), bases in iraqi kurdistan, just hours after recep tayyip erdogan had blamed kurdish militants.
  • Ethnic violence in south sudan: around three hours of fighting takes place at the united nations peacekeeping facility in malakal between shilluk youths and dinka youths. medecins sans frontieres says at least 18 people were killed, with two msf south sudanese staffers among them. there are also dozens of wounded.
  • At the united nations peacekeeping facility in malakal, shilluk and dinka youths engage in fighting that lasts approximately three hours. medecins sans frontieres says at least 18 people have been killed, with two msf south sudanese staffers among them. there are also dozens of wounded.
  • Syrian civil war: the russian air force supports the syrian army in capturing kinsabba, northwestern latakia governorate.
  • Venezuela is facing an economic crisis and raises gasoline prices for the first time since 20 years.
  • At least 71 people are killed when a bus collides with a truck in ghana.
  • Zika virus outbreak: pope francis suggests that contraceptives may be permitted as the "lesser evil of two evils" in order to address the serious problem of zika virus. he pointed out that pope paul vi allowed nuns to use contraceptives when there was rape.
  • Relations between north korea and south korea: south korea's national intelligence service has warned that north korea is planning a terrorist attack on south korea. according to the service, kim jong-un gave the order for north korea's state security department (nsd) to prepare for the attacks. nis warned of a wide range of potential targets including shopping malls and exhibition centers, power stations, and subways.
  • The south korean national intelligence service has warned that north korea is planning a terrorist attack on south korea. kim jong-un gave the order for north korea's state security department, he said. nis warned of a wide range of potential targets including shopping malls and exhibition centers, power stations, and subways.
  • Relations cuba-united states: president barack obama of the united states announces that he will visit cuba next month, becoming the first american president since 1928.
  • Barack obama, president of the united states, announces that he will visit cuba next month. this is the first american president visit to cuba since 1928.
  • A xenophobic mob blocks a refugee bus from clausnitz in the german state of saxony.
  • Philippine senate election, 2016, nike, inc. removes manny pacquiao from its endorsement list following his comments about lgbt people. (bbc),
  • After his comments about lgbt people, nike, inc. has dropped manny pacquiao from its endorsement list. (bbc),
  • Ugandan voters will vote in general elections to elect a president and for local and parliamentary elections. eight candidates, including incumbent yoweri mugabe, and seven challengers are expected to make the presidential race the most close in uganda's history.
  • At the request of the electoral commission, the government has shut down social media. they claim it is a security issue. many ugandans use a virtual private network (vpn), which hides their location.
  • Kizza besigye is the main opposition presidential candidate. he was trying to enter a kampala police command centre. besigye has repeatedly been arrested, beaten up or placed under house arrest since challenging president musveni in the previous three elections.
  • Lukasz kaminski of the institute of national remembrance claims that a new document was seized from the home of czeslaw kiszczak (polish communist-era interior minister), this week. it suggests that lech walesa, former polish president, was an informant for poland's secret security services during the 1970-76 period.

February 18, 2016: What were the magazines covers that day?

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February 18, 2016: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on February 18, 2016:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $82.90
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $98.84
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $52.33
  • General Electric GE: opens at $29.30
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $130.00

Exchange Rates on February 18, 2016:

  • 1 USD = 0.8999 EUR
  • 1 USD = 113.316 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.6978 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.3979 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.3726 CAD
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February 18, 2016: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 18th is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 18, 2016: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 18, 2016 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on February 18th, 2016 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 18, 2016: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 18, 2016 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 18, 2016 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 February 18, 2016 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 88% full, rising at 01:53 pm and setting at 04:29 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 24, 2016 while the next full moon would come on Feb 22, 2016.

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Who was born on February 18, 2016?


Whose famous birthday is on February 18th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 18th:

  • Cybill Shepherd
    Cybill Shepherd

    American actress.

  • John Travolta
    John Travolta

    American actor who rose to fame as vinnie barbarino, a tv and stage star.

  • Cressida Bonas
    Cressida Bonas

    Cressida bonas is a british actress known for her roles in films and tv shows such as 'tulip fever' and 'doctor thorne'.

  • John Hughes
    John Hughes

    John hughes was an american film director, producer, and screenwriter, best known for creating iconic 1980s teen films such as the breakfast...

  • Matt Dillon
    Matt Dillon

    American actor, who made his film debut in 1978 as a teenager with "over the edge," followed by "my bodyguard", and "little darlings".

  • Molly Ringwald
    Molly Ringwald

    American singer and actress.

  • George Kennedy
    George Kennedy

    George kennedy was an american actor known for his roles in cool hand luke, airport, and the naked gun series.

  • Jack Palance
    Jack Palance

    Jack palance was an american actor known for his roles in classic films such as city slickers and shane.

  • Milos Forman
    Milos Forman

    Czech / us director (cuckoos nest, amadeus).

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February 18, 2016: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 8 years 1 month old,

or 97 months and 1 day old,

or 421 weeks and 5 days old,

or 2952 days old,

if you were born on February 18, 2016.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 18, 2016?

There are 336 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday February 18th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 18, 2016?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on February 18, 2016.

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February 18, 2016: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 18, 2016:

  • Albie Czajkowski

    Polish physicist known for his contributions to the field of theoretical physics.

  • Eberhard Zeidler

    Renowned German mathematician known for his work in functional analysis and partial differential equations.

  • Rosario Ferre

    Renowned Puerto Rican author known for her novels and short stories.

  • Gianpaolo Mora
  • Yūko Tsushima
  • Gherardo Amadei
  • Giorgio Tinazzi

What famous deaths happened on February 18th?

Famous deaths on February 18th:

  • Gale Robbins
    Gale Robbins

    Chicago, illinois -- actress (fuller brush girl, mr hex).

  • Andy Devine
    Andy Devine

    American actor and singer (d. 1977).

  • Maggie McNamara
    Maggie McNamara

    Actress (3 coins in the fountain, cardinal), died at 49.

  • Mikle Angelo

    Renowned Italian painter and sculptor of the Renaissance period.

  • Jaicion Wong

    Pioneering scientist known for groundbreaking research in the field of biotechnology.

  • Smaran Das

    Noted physicist who made significant contributions to quantum mechanics.

  • Taimur Lang

    Taimur Lang was a Central Asian conqueror who founded the Timurid Empire.

  • Floyed Brown

    Renowned abstract painter known for his vibrant use of colors.

  • Eloni Tupou

    King of Tonga who unified the islands under his rule.

  • Idrissa Ouedraogo

    Pioneering Burkinabe filmmaker who made significant contributions to African cinema.

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February 18, 2016: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 18, 2016:

  • Independence Day in The Gambia (1965)
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February 18, 2016: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 18, 2016 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 15th and February 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 18, 2016: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 18, 2016 was Pillowtalk by Zayn, according to the music chart for the week February 15th and February 21st.

February 18, 2016: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 18, 2016 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 15th and February 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Pillowtalk
  2. - Love Yourself
  3. - Sorry
  4. - Stressed Out
  5. - Hello

February 18, 2016: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 18, 2016 was Summer Sixteen by Drake, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 15th and February 21st.

February 18, 2016: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 18, 2016 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 15th and February 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Summer Sixteen
  2. - Work
  3. - Me, Myself & I
  4. - Here
  5. - In The Night

February 18, 2016: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on February 18, 2016 was Ginza by J Balvin, according to the Latin music chart for the week February 15th and February 21st.

February 18, 2016: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on February 18, 2016 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week February 15th and February 21st. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Ginza
  2. - Solo Con Verte
  3. - Hasta El Amanecer
  4. - El Perdon
  5. - Borro Cassette

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February 18, 2016: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 18, 2016 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Maggie's Plan

Maggie's Plan

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Rebecca Miller

Starring: Greta Gerwig, Ethan Hawke, Julianne Moore, Maya Rudolph

Country: United States of America

The Vatican Tapes

The Vatican Tapes

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Mark Neveldine

Starring: Olivia Taylor Dudley, Michael Peña, Dougray Scott, Djimon Hounsou

Country: United States of America

In Dubious Battle

In Dubious Battle

Release year: 2016

Directed by: James Franco

Starring: James Franco, Selena Gomez, Robert Duvall, Vincent D'onofrio, Bryan Cranston, Sam Shepard, Danny McBride, Ed Harris, John Savage, Analeigh Tipton, Ashley Greene, Zach Braff

Country: United States of America

Monster Trucks

Monster Trucks

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Chris Wedge

Starring: Lucas Till, Jane Levy, Barry Pepper, Rob Lowe, Danny Glover, Amy Ryan

Country: United States of America

A United Kingdom

A United Kingdom

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Amma Asante

Starring: David Oyelowo, Rosamund Pike, Jack Davenport, Tom Felton

Country: United States of America

February 18, 2016: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 18, 2016 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Born This Way

Born This Way

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Shaun Kadlec

Zak Storm

Zak Storm

Release year: 2016

Country: United States of America

Fuller House

Fuller House

Release year: 2016

Country: United States of America

February 18, 2016: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 18, 2016 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Lego Worlds

Lego Worlds

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Sandbox

Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment

Warhammer 40,000: Eternal Crusade

Warhammer 40,000: Eternal Crusade

Platform: Linux, Microsoft Windows, OS X, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Genre: Massively multiplayer online third-person shooter

Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment

Space Hulk: Deathwing

Space Hulk: Deathwing

Platform: Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: Focus Home Interactive

Battlefleet Gothic: Armada

Battlefleet Gothic: Armada

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Real-time strategy

Publisher: Focus Home Interactive

Total War: Warhammer

Total War: Warhammer

Platform: Microsoft Windows OS X Linux

Genre: Turn-based strategy, real-time tactics

Publisher: Sega

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Who was the US President on February 18, 2016?

On February 18, 2016 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 18, 2016?

On February 18, 2016 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 18, 2016?

On February 18, 2016 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about February 18th?

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

  • 2019 - Kashmir conflict: two jaish-e-mohammed militants and one civilian were killed in a skirmish that took place in pulwama, indian-administered kashmir. police are searching for the suspects in thursday’s suicide attack which claimed 40 lives of paramilitary police officers.
  • 2018 - 2018 kizlyar church shooting. a gunman shoots and kills five people at a kizlyar, dagestan (russia) church. later, he was shot and killed by police.
  • 2017 - 2017 leuven train derailment: a passenger train that derailed near leuven in belgium killed one person and injured 20 others.

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What happened in 2016?

2016 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: A shooting occurs at a Tel Aviv pub, Israel. It leaves two people dead and eight others injured. The gunman was able to escape and perhaps killed his accomplice, an Arab taxi driver. His body was discovered nearby. The shooter was identified by the police as Nisa'at Melkham, a 30-year-old muslim from Ar'ara. He was also searched his house.
  • Two people are killed and eight others injured in a shooting at a Tel Aviv pub. The gunman was able to escape and perhaps killed his accomplice, an Arab taxi driver. His body was discovered nearby. The shooter was identified by the police as Nisa'at Melkham, a 30-year-old muslim from Ar'ara. He was also searched his house.
  • A 28-foot tall new statue of Jesus, called "Jesus de Greatest", was unveiled at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, Abajah village in Nigeria's Imo state. It is the largest known African Jesus statue.

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What was the calendar for February 2016?

February 2016 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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 February 2016 calendar looked like.

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