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What happened on Wednesday, September 18, 2002?

About September 18th, 2002, in brief:

  • Historical events: The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) engaged in negotiations with the Sri Lankan government regarding autonomy for Tamil regions. This marked a significant moment in the long-standing conflict, aiming to address ethnic tensions and seek a peaceful resolution. The talks were part of a broader peace process initiated in the early 2000s.
  • Day of the week: September 18th, 2002 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waxing gibbous
  • #1 US song: Dilemma by Nelly
  • #1 UK song: The Tide Is High (Get The Feeling) by Atomic Kitten
  • Popular movie: Minority Report directed by Steven Spielberg

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September 18, 2002: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on September 18, 2002:

  • Tamil Tigers negotiate autonomy in Sri Lanka The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) engaged in negotiations with the Sri Lankan government regarding autonomy for Tamil regions. This marked a significant moment in the long-standing conflict, aiming to address ethnic tensions and seek a peaceful resolution. The talks were part of a broader peace process initiated in the early 2000s. source: bbc.com
  • Maurice Papon released from prison Maurice Papon, a former Vichy official, was released from prison after serving part of his sentence for crimes against humanity. His release sparked debates about justice and accountability for wartime actions in France. Papon had been convicted for his role in the deportation of Jews during World War II. source: nytimes.com
  • Great Pyramid of Giza robot exploration A team of researchers used a robot to explore the interior of the Great Pyramid of Giza, aiming to uncover its secrets and understand its construction better. This innovative approach marked a significant advancement in archaeological methods, allowing for non-invasive exploration of ancient structures. source: nytimes.com
  • Amanda Dowler Murder Case The tragic case of Amanda Dowler, a British schoolgirl who was abducted, reached a devastating conclusion when her body was discovered in woodland near Yateley, Hampshire. The discovery shocked the nation and highlighted serious concerns about child safety.
  • Bob Hayes: Olympic Athlete Bob Hayes, an exceptional American athlete known for his remarkable speed and Olympic achievements, passed away at the age of 60. Hayes was renowned for his sprinting prowess and contributions to track and field sports.

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September 18, 2002: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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September 18, 2002: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on September 18, 2002:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $33.00
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $14.69
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $46.72
  • General Electric GE: opens at $27.20
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $70.65

Exchange Rates on September 18, 2002:

  • 1 USD = 121.96 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.5774 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.5037 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 119.09 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.6299 GBP

September 18, 2002: What were the main match results that day?

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Mainz - Ein Trier : 2 - 0

Division 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Coventry - Sheffield Weds : 1 - 1
  • Nott'm Forest - Gillingham : 4 - 1
  • Reading - Norwich : 0 - 2

Division 3 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Boston - Swansea : 1 - 0
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What day of the week was September 18, 2002?


September 18, 2002 was a Wednesday and it was the 261st day of the year 2002 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 18, 2002 can also be written as 9/18/2002 in the US and as 18/9/2002 in UK and Europe.

September 18, 2002 in September 2002 calendar

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September 18, 2002: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on September 18, 2002:

  • Margita Stefanović
    Margita Stefanović

    Serbian keyboard player and member of the influential rock band Ekatarina Velika, known for her significant contribution to the Yugoslav...

  • Bob Hayes
    Bob Hayes

    Legendary American athlete who excelled in both football and track, winning Olympic gold medals and playing for the Dallas Cowboys.

  • Mauro Ramos
    Mauro Ramos

    Mauro Ramos was a prominent Brazilian footballer who played as a defender and later became a football manager.

  • Etta Zuber Falconer
    Etta Zuber Falconer
  • Hazel Brooks
    Hazel Brooks

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September 18, 2002: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on September 18, 2002 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week September 16th and September 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).

September 18, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on September 18, 2002 was Dilemma by Nelly, according to the music chart for the week September 16th and September 22nd.

  1. - Dilemma youtube
  2. - Gangsta Lovin' youtube
  3. - Complicated youtube
  4. - Cleanin' Out My Closet youtube
  5. - Hot In Herre youtube

September 18, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on September 18, 2002 was The Tide Is High (Get The Feeling) by Atomic Kitten, according to the music chart for the week September 16th and September 22nd.

  1. - The Tide Is High (Get The Feeling) youtube
  2. - Round Round youtube
  3. - Crossroads youtube
  4. - Addictive youtube
  5. - Just Like A Pill youtube

September 18, 2002: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on September 18, 2002 was Dilemma by Nelly Featuring Kelly Rowland, according to the music chart for the week September 16th and September 22nd.

  1. - Dilemma
  2. - Gangsta Lovin'
  3. - Move B***h
  4. - Nothin'
  5. - I Care 4 U
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September 18, 2002: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 18th is Virgo.

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September 18, 2002: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 18, 2002 is Horse and the associated element is Water.

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September 18, 2002: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on September 18, 2002 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 18, 2002 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 September 18, 2002 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 95% full, rising at 06:08 pm and setting at 04:29 am.

The previous full moon was on Aug 22, 2002 while the next full moon would come on Sep 21, 2002.

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How old is someone born on September 18, 2002?


Someone born on September 18, 2002 is:

23 years 10 months old,

or 286 months and 17 days old,

or 1245 weeks and 6 days old,

or 8721 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on September 18, 2002?

There are 45 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday September 18th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 18, 2002?

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Why 2002 makes a meaningful nostalgia gift


For someone born on September 18, 2002, a 2002 nostalgia poster turns a familiar date into a visual account of the world they arrived in.

The history attached to September 18, 2002 includes Tamil Tigers negotiate autonomy in Sri Lanka, giving the gift a real story rather than a generic year label.

The soundtrack around September 18, 2002 included “Dilemma” by Nelly, a memory that helps place the recipient back in their era.

Cinema from the world of September 18, 2002 included Minority Report, adding another recognizable cultural touchpoint to the year.

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