Tuesday April 20, 2010: on this day

April 20, 2010 was the 110th day of the year 2010, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is April 20, 2010 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on April 20, 2010, who was born and died on April 20, 2010, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 20, 2010, which were the most popular songs (ex. Rude Boy by Rihanna), movies (e.g. Avatar, directed by James Cameron), TV series (e.g. How The Universe Works) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 20th, 2010 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was April 20, 2010?


April 20, 2010 was a Tuesday and it was the 110th day of the year 2010 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 20, 2010 can also be written as 4/20/2010 in the US and as 20/4/2010 in UK and Europe.

April 20, 2010 in April 2010 calendar

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April 20, 2010: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 20, 2010:

  • The deepwater horizon drilling rig explodes in the gulf of mexico, killing eleven workers and beginning an oil spill that would last six months.
  • After the 2010 eruptions at eyjafjallajokull, air travel has been disrupted
  • A new plume is threatening to cause more disruptions.
  • Half of all european scheduled flights will go ahead, even though airspace is still closed in many countries including ireland, norway, and poland. denmark does not accept landings.
  • In france, germany, and italy, planes are back in the air.
  • The irish aviation authority will close cork airport and dublin airport at 22:00. shannon airport will be open for limited services.
  • All uk airports will reopen at 10:00 pm bst. the first planes will land at london heathrow.
  • Iraq:
  • Two inspectors from the iraqi ministry of human rights entered a secret prison in baghdad, where there are alleged serious legal violations.
  • In nineveh, the united states and iraq kill ahmed al-obeidi (al-qaeda leader).
  • Bishop of augsburg walter mixa apologizes and begs for the physical abuse he did to children during the 1970s and 1980s.
  • General reynaldo bignone (82 years old), is currently being held for 25 years in prison for torture and abductions that were committed between 1978-1979.
  • Abdul tawala ibn ali alishtari, a new york businessman was sentenced to 10 years in prison for funneling money into a terrorist training camp in afghanistan.
  • In central cairo, dozens of protestors gather against the use force on demonstrations that are pro-democracy. this is a rare protest.
  • The ruling party of omar al-bashir accepts the results from the recent general elections in sudan.
  • Officials from palestine say they will not support new israeli orders to deport palestinians from west bank.
  • Death toll from the yushu earthquake rises to 2,046.
  • Alexander lukasenko, president of belarus, announces that the president of kyrgyzstan kurmanbek bakiyev has been ousted. he is wanted by his successors for the unrest of recent days.
  • As maya evans, a peace campaigner and activist for afghanistan's freedoms, charges the united kingdom of complicity with torture in afghanistan. she seeks a judicial review to determine the government's role during the extrajudicial renditions of suspects.
  • While praying in a mosque, azizollah yarmal (deputy mayor of kandahar), afghanistan is gunned down.
  • In nawalapitiya, and trincomalee, where the ballots were cancelled due to violence, are being held repeat polls for sri lanka's april parliamentary election.
  • In ruling in "united states v. stevens", the united states supreme court invalidates a law that prohibits videos depicting animal cruelty.
  • Two canadian men were accused of an act of flag desecration in la quinta (california), usa. they allegedly replaced an american flag with a canadian one following canada's win at the 2010 winter olympics.
  • During an attempted prison break in kaduna (nigeria), two prisoners are killed and many others are hurt.
  • A 1965 indonesian blasphemy statute, which allows punishment for those or organizations that "distort the orthodoxies" of six officially recognized religions (islam, buddhism, hinduism catholicism protestantism and confucianism), has been upheld by an indonesian court. it is being criticized as a blow against religious freedom.
  • Hojatoleslam kazem, an iranian islamic cleric, said that earthquakes are caused by promiscuous women.
  • The international court of justice in the hague ruled that uruguay should have informed argentina of its plans to build two papermills on the banks of river uruguay. however, it allows the existing mill to continue to operate.
  • Due to uncertainty about the future of mgm, production of the 23rd james bond movie is temporarily halted.
  • The orange prize for fiction shortlist has been announced.
  • Hatem ben arfa and karim benzema were named in the scandal involving france's national football team's sexual relations. franck ribery has admitted to having sexual relations with an underage prostitute.
  • Juan antonio samaranch, former president of the international olympic committee (ioc), (1980-2001) is currently in quiron hospital in barcelona in "very critical" condition after suffering a heart attack.
  • Ryanair cancels all flights between ireland and united kingdom up to 13:00 on friday, 23 april. all northern european flights (ireland, uk, denmark and finland), sweden, belgium and france -- from ireland, uk and denmark, finland and norway through the end of thursday, 22 april.
  • Iraq: two inspectors from iraq's ministry of human rights enter a secret prison in baghdad, where there are "serious legal breaches." al jazeera: the united states and iraq kill ahmed al-obeidi (al-qaeda leader) in nineveh.
  • Transocean's oil rig deepwater horizon explodes and releases approximately 4,900,000. barrels of crude oil to the gulf of mexico. over a dozen people were reported missing from the gulf of mexico, while seven were hurt.
  • Lorena ochoa is the number one golfer in the world for the last three years and has announced her retirement at 28.
  • Barack obama, president of the united states, speaks out about the "unbreakable connections" and "special relation" between israel and the united states on the 62nd anniversary israel's founding.
  • Two highly-ranking officers from rwanda's military are suspended and taken into custody. maj-gen charles muhire faces corruption and misused office charges, while lt-gen karenzi karake faces immoral conduct.

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April 20, 2010: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on April 20, 2010:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $68.62
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $248.54
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $31.22
  • General Electric GE: opens at $19.04
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $129.20

Exchange Rates on April 20, 2010:

  • 1 USD = 93.21 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.9982 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.068 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.8263 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 125.28 JPY

April 20, 2010: What were the main match results that day?

Championship - Football (United Kingdom)

  • QPR - Watford : 1 - 0
  • Scunthorpe - Reading : 2 - 2

Conference - Football (United Kingdom)

  • AFC Wimbledon - Tamworth : 0 - 1
  • Gateshead - Stevenage : 0 - 1
  • Kettering Town - Crawley Town : 1 - 1
  • Kidderminster - Barrow : 1 - 2
  • Oxford - Wrexham : 1 - 0

Division 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Queen of Sth - Ross County : 1 - 0

Division 2 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Brechin - Cowdenbeath : 3 - 3
  • Clyde - Stirling : 1 - 2
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April 20, 2010: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 20th is Taurus.

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Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 20, 2010: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 20, 2010 is Tiger and the associated element is Metal.

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Discover the planets positions on April 20th, 2010 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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April 20, 2010: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

44%

The moon phase on April 20, 2010 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 20, 2010 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 April 20, 2010 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 44% full, rising at 10:45 am and setting at 01:57 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 30, 2010 while the next full moon would come on Apr 28, 2010.

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Who was born on April 20, 2010?


Whose famous birthday is on April 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 20th:

  • Luther Vandross
    Luther Vandross

    Luther vandross was a renowned r&b singer known for his smooth and soulful voice, and for hits like 'never too much' and 'dance with my...

  • Andy Serkis
    Andy Serkis

    Andy serkis is an english actor known for his groundbreaking motion-capture performances in iconic roles such as gollum in the lord of the...

  • Carmen Electra
    Carmen Electra

    American actress who made a successful career replacing stars like pamela anderson lee and jenny mccarthy of mtvaeur(tm), which has seen her...

  • Jessica Lange
    Jessica Lange

    American academy award winning actress, who started her film career in 1976 with the remake of king kong.

  • Edie Sedgwick
    Edie Sedgwick

    American model with amazing eyes and great legs.

  • Shemar Moore
    Shemar Moore

    American actor, former fashion model.

  • Ryan O'Neal
    Ryan O'Neal

    After starting his career as a stuntman in the movie industry, he became an actor on tv and screen.

  • Crispin Glover
    Crispin Glover

    American actor, known for being one of hollywood's most famous oddballs, dada renaissance men, iconoclast auteurs, absurdist entrepreneurs,...

  • Veronica Cartwright
    Veronica Cartwright

    Veronica cartwright is an english-american actress known for her roles in alien, the birds, and invasion of the body snatchers.

  • George Takei
    George Takei

    American actor, director, and author.

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April 20, 2010: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 13 years 11 months old,

or 167 months and 9 days old,

or 727 weeks and 3 days old,

or 5092 days old,

if you were born on April 20, 2010.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 20, 2010?

There are 23 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday April 20th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 20, 2010?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on April 20, 2010.

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April 20, 2010: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 20, 2010:

  • Lilleigh Caldwell

    Lilleigh Caldwell was a renowned astronomer who made significant contributions to the understanding of exoplanets.

  • Jorryn Olafsson

    Jorryn Olafsson was a renowned Icelandic scientist who made significant contributions to the field of geophysics and the study of volcanic...

  • Guelda Eriksson

    Guelda Eriksson was a Swedish poet whose work explored themes of nature and identity.

  • Birl Eriksson

    Birl Eriksson was a renowned chemist who made significant contributions to the field of organic chemistry.

  • Heliodoro Gómez

    Heliodoro Gómez was a Spanish chemist who specialized in the development of new materials.

  • Berdia Chkhikvadze

    Berdia Chkhikvadze was a Georgian poet known for his lyrical and introspective works.

  • Lynora Chandler

    Lynora Chandler was a prolific American author known for her historical fiction novels set in the American South.

  • Gladie Diaz

    Gladie Diaz was a renowned Mexican astronomer who made significant contributions to the understanding of exoplanets.

  • Gerilynn Fitzgerald

    Gerilynn Fitzgerald was a renowned British biographer known for her insightful portrayals of historical figures.

  • David Whalen

    David Whalen was a British geologist known for his research on the formation of mountain ranges.

  • Dorothy Height

    American civil rights activist (born in 1912).

  • Ferruccio Panagini
  • Nazario Carlo Bellandi
  • Renzo Ragazzi
  • Duilio Magnani
  • Piero Orlandini
  • Furio Scarpelli
  • Estelle Caron

What famous deaths happened on April 20th?

Famous deaths on April 20th:

  • Benny Hill
    Benny Hill

    British comedian, who was well-known for his funny and humorous style.

  • Alan Dale
    Alan Dale

    American singer (born 1925).

  • Christian X
    Christian X

    King of denmark (1912-1947), dies aged 76.

  • Idrissa Deby

    Former President of Chad.

  • Galdino Balthazar

    Brazilian indigenous leader and activist who fought for the rights of indigenous peoples in the Amazon rainforest.

  • Briyan Stoker

    Irish author known for his Gothic novel Dracula.

  • Marl Stoker

    Irish author best known for his Gothic novel 'Dracula'.

  • Madylyn Pugh

    Co-creator of the 'I Love Lucy' show.

  • Zakariyah Deby

    Former President of Chad.

  • Felcia Farr

    American actress known for her roles in classic films and television shows.

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April 20, 2010: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 20, 2010:

  • USA- National High Five Day
  • Blessed Oda (d. 1158)
  • Festival of Matsu, Southeast Asia (2006).
  • Astrology: First day of sun sign Taurus.
  • Islam - Muhammad's Birthday observed in (2004)
  • April 20 (4/20) is associated with 420 (cannabis culture).
  • Ridván begins at sunset (Bahá'f Faith).

Observances on April 20, 2010:

  • Chinese Language Day

Saints celebrated on April 20, 2010:

  • Saint Victor (d.303)
  • Saint Marcellinus
  • Saint Theotimus (died 407)
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April 20, 2010: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 20, 2010 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 19th and April 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


April 20, 2010: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 20, 2010 was Rude Boy by Rihanna, according to the music chart for the week April 19th and April 25th.

April 20, 2010: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on April 20, 2010 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 19th and April 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Rude Boy youtube
  2. - Nothin' On You
  3. - Hey, Soul Sister
  4. - Break Your Heart
  5. - In My Head

April 20, 2010: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 20, 2010 was Everything To Me by Monica, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 19th and April 25th.

April 20, 2010: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on April 20, 2010 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 19th and April 25th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Everything To Me
  2. - Hey Daddy (Daddy's Home)
  3. - Rude Boy youtube
  4. - My Chick Bad
  5. - Neighbors Know My Name

April 20, 2010: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on April 20, 2010 was Ando Bien Pedo by Banda Los Recoditos, according to the Latin music chart for the week April 19th and April 25th.

April 20, 2010: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on April 20, 2010 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week April 19th and April 25th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Ando Bien Pedo
  2. - Al Menos
  3. - Me Gusta Todo De Ti
  4. - Nina Bonita
  5. - Dile Al Amor

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April 20, 2010: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 20, 2010 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Avatar

Avatar

Release year: 2010

Directed by: James Cameron

Starring: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney Weaver, Michelle Rodriguez

Country: United States of America

A Single Man

A Single Man

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Tom Ford

Starring: Colin Firth, Julianne Moore, Matthew Goode, Nicholas Hoult

Country: United States of America

City Island

City Island

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Raymond De Felitta

Starring: Andy Garcia, Julianna Margulies, Steven Strait, Emily Mortimer

Country: United States of America

Law Abiding Citizen

Law Abiding Citizen

Release year: 2010

Directed by: F. Gary Gray

Starring: Gerard Butler, Jamie Foxx, Leslie Bibb, Colm Meaney

Country: United States of America

Precious

Precious

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Lee Daniels

Starring: Gabourey Sidibe, Mo'Nique, Paula Patton, Mariah Carey

Country: United States of America

April 20, 2010: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 20, 2010 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

How the Universe Works

How the Universe Works

Release year: 2010

Starring: Mike Rowe, Michelle Thaller, Hakeem Oluseyi, Phil Plait

Country: United States of America

Las Aparicio

Las Aparicio

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Moises Ortiz-Urquidi

Open House

Open House

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Andrew Paquin

The Last Song

The Last Song

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Julie Anne Robinson

Parenthood

Parenthood

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Ron Howard

April 20, 2010: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on April 20, 2010 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Silver Borne by Patricia Briggs

Silver Borne

By:

Mercy Thompson, a mechanic and shapeshifter, never knows what the next day or night will bring. Her world is home to werewolves, vampires, and witches.

Solar by Ian McEwan

Solar

By:

Michael Beard, a Nobel Prize-winning physicist and compulsive eater, is his best work. He speaks for huge fees and lends his name on letterheads, trading on his reputation.

The Help by Kathryn Stockett

The Help

By:

Aibileen, a black maid from 1962 Jackson, Mississippi is now unable to keep her bitterness in check. Minny, her friend, has never been able to keep her mouth shut. But now she must keep secrets about her employer which leave …

Caught by Harlan Coben

Caught

By:

Harlan Coben, master of suspense, delivers a twisty #1 New York Times bestseller about an uninformed man who opens the wrong door...Reporter Wendy Tynes has made a name for herself by bringing down sexual offenders in nationally televised and nationally …

The Aloha Quilt by Jennifer Chiaverini

The Aloha Quilt

By:

Elm Creek Quilt Camp is over. Bonnie Markham now faces a lonely winter ahead. Her quilt shop has closed and she will no longer be able to sell her products.

April 20, 2010: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on April 20, 2010 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

101 MiniGolf World

101 MiniGolf World

Platform: Nintendo DSi (DSiWare)

Genre: Sports

Publisher: Teyon

Dead or Alive Paradise

Dead or Alive Paradise

Platform: PlayStation Portable, Playstation Vita

Genre: Sports, casino

Publisher: Tecmo Koei

Dark Void Zero

Dark Void Zero

Platform: Microsoft Windows, iOS, DSiWare

Genre: Action/Platform

Publisher: Capcom

Attack of the Movies 3D

Attack of the Movies 3D

Platform: Xbox 360, Wii

Genre: Rail shooter

Publisher: Majesco Entertainment

All Round Hunter

All Round Hunter

Platform: Wii, Xbox 360

Genre: Shooting, hunting

Publisher: 505 Games

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Who was the US President on April 20, 2010?

On April 20, 2010 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 20, 2010?

On April 20, 2010 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on April 20, 2010?

On April 20, 2010 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about April 20th?

April 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th day of the month of April. 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 April 20th, such as:

  • 2019 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). seven people are killed in kabul when suicide bombers and gunmen storm the communications ministry.
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: isil accepts control of yarmouk camp, southern damascus, to the syrian army in exchange for safe passage into isil-held territory within the syrian desert. this brings the predominantly palestinian refugee area under government control for first time since 2012.
  • 2017 - After a man opened fire on police officers at central paris' champs-elysees, one policeman was killed and the other critically injured. a gunman attempted to flee but was shot and killed, while another person was injured. although isil claims responsibility, the claim is disputed. francois hollande, president of france, says all evidence points to a terrorist attack. (abc news america via yahoo!) (bbc),

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What happened in 2010?

2010 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Heritage Numismatic Auctions has sold a US 1874 Bickford Gold $10 Pattern at Public Auction for US$1,265,000. The Reed Hawn US 1913 Liberty Head 5-cent Coin sells at $3,737,000.
  • Republican Scott Brown wins Massachusetts' vacant Senate seat, decreasing the Democrats' majority by 59 seats to 41.
  • Spyker, a Dutch auto company, signs a deal with General Motors to purchase Sweden's Saab for US$74 Million in cash and $326,000,000 in deferred shares.

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What was the calendar for April 2010?

April 2010 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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 April 2010 calendar looked like.

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