Thursday July 20, 2006: on this day

July 20, 2006 was the 201st day of the year 2006, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is July 20, 2006 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on July 20, 2006, who was born and died on July 20, 2006, what holidays and observances are celebrated on July 20, 2006, which were the most popular songs (ex. Promiscuous by Nelly Furtado), movies (e.g. Lord of War, directed by Andrew Niccol), TV series (e.g. Eureka) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about July 20th, 2006 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was July 20, 2006?


July 20, 2006 was a Thursday and it was the 201st day of the year 2006 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 20, 2006 can also be written as 7/20/2006 in the US and as 20/7/2006 in UK and Europe.

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July 20, 2006: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 20, 2006:

  • Ethiopian troops enter somalian territory.
  • 2006 israel-lebanon conflict:
  • Five people were injured when two apache helicopters from israel collide. according to reports, a pilot was killed in the accident.
  • Iran declares that it is determined for nuclear fuel to be produced on its territory. the iranian government will officially respond to the western incentive package, august 22, 2006.
  • A column of ethiopian army vehicles invades somalia and reaches baidoa. they stated that they would defend somalia's transitional federal parliament under the islamic courts union.
  • Today is the expiration of the u.s. grand jury that was investigating barry bonds, a baseball player, for tax evasion and perjury. the investigation was extended, but bonds was not charged. after being held in prison for refusing evidence, bonds' trainer greg anderson was released from a federal jail in dublin, california. (espn.com),
  • The byelection in matavera was won by the opposition cook islands party, leaving the government with no majority. jim marurai, prime minister, isn't conceding defeat.
  • 2006 israel-lebanon conflict: the hostilities between israel, hezbollah militants and israel in lebanon must end immediately, un secretary general kofi ann has stated. (bbc news). five people were injured when two apache helicopters from israel collide. according to reports, a pilot died.
  • The un secretary general kofi ann has stated that hostilities between israel's hezbollah militants and hezbollah must end immediately.
  • Internet censorship in india: a public outcry over the recent blocking of certain blogs resulted in the government of india stating that it was a "technological mistake" and that they will take immediate action to fix the problem.

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July 20, 2006: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on July 20, 2006:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $64.51
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $60.96
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $23.43
  • General Electric GE: opens at $32.85
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $75.73

Exchange Rates on July 20, 2006:

  • 1 USD = 117.03 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.1326 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.2436 CHF
  • 1 USD = 7.993 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 147.77 JPY
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July 20, 2006: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 20th is Cancer.

Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.

Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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July 20, 2006: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 20, 2006 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.

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July 20, 2006: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 20, 2006 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 20, 2006 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 July 20, 2006 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 11% full, rising at 01:13 am and setting at 06:04 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 11, 2006 while the next full moon would come on Aug 09, 2006.

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Who was born on July 20, 2006?


Whose famous birthday is on July 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 20th:

  • Gisele Bündchen
    Gisele Bündchen

    Brazilian actress, model and producer.

  • Osric Chau
    Osric Chau

    Osric chau is a canadian actor known for his role as kevin tran on the tv series supernatural.

  • Naseeruddin Shah
    Naseeruddin Shah

    Naseeruddin shah is an acclaimed indian actor and director known for his versatile performances in indian cinema.

  • Natalie Wood
    Natalie Wood

    American actress.

  • Sandra Oh
    Sandra Oh

    Sandra oh is a korean canadian actress known for her roles in grey's anatomy and killing eve.

  • Chris Cornell
    Chris Cornell

    American musician (soundgarden, audioslave).

  • Josh Holloway
    Josh Holloway

    Josh holloway is an american actor best known for his role as james 'sawyer' ford on the tv series lost.

  • Omar Epps
    Omar Epps

    Omar epps is an american actor known for his roles in the tv series 'house' and the film 'love & basketball'.

  • Ray Allen
    Ray Allen

    American basketball player and guard for the vancouver bucks.

  • Lola Albright
    Lola Albright

    American actress.

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July 20, 2006: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 17 years 9 months old,

or 213 months and 5 days old,

or 927 weeks

or 6489 days old,

if you were born on July 20, 2006.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 20, 2006?

There are 87 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday July 20th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 20, 2006?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on July 20, 2006.

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July 20, 2006: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on July 20, 2006:

  • Janat Mukagaliyev

    Kazakh politician known for his contributions to the country's independence.

  • Ted Grant

    South african-english theorist and activist (b. 1913).

  • Gérard Oury

    French actor, director and screenwriter (d. 2006).

  • Ugo Attardi
  • Aldo Izzo
  • Charles Bettelheim
  • Robert Cornthwaite

What famous deaths happened on July 20th?

Famous deaths on July 20th:

  • Bruce Lee
    Bruce Lee

    Chinese-american actor, martial arts expert and actor who was a martial arts expert.

  • Mildred Harris
    Mildred Harris

    Mildred Harris was an American actress known for her work in silent films.

  • James Doohan
    James Doohan

    Canadian-american actor and soldier (d. 2005).

  • Allen Jenkins
    Allen Jenkins

    Staten island, new york -- actor (hey jeannie, top cop, girl habit).

  • Mary Treen
    Mary Treen

    Actress (career and rock-a-bye baby), dies at 71.

  • Franklin Pangborn
    Franklin Pangborn

    Dies at 69.

  • Linda Stirling
    Linda Stirling

    At 75, a college professor (pretender) dies.

  • Geeta Dutt

    Geeta Dutt was a renowned Indian playback singer who lent her voice to numerous Bollywood films.

  • Jarious Smith

    Acclaimed playwright known for his thought-provoking dramas.

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July 20, 2006: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on July 20, 2006:

  • St. Jerome Aemiliani
  • St. Rufina
  • St. Flavian
  • St. Justa
  • St. Margaret of Antioch
  • St. Sabinus
  • St. Joseph of Barsabas
  • Brazil - Friendship Day
  • St. Ceslas
  • Argentina - Dfa del Amigo (Friendship Day)

Observances on July 20, 2006:

  • International Moon Day
  • World Chess Day
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July 20, 2006: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on July 20, 2006 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 17th and July 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


July 20, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 20, 2006 was Promiscuous by Nelly Furtado, according to the music chart for the week July 17th and July 23rd.

July 20, 2006: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on July 20, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 17th and July 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Promiscuous
  2. - Crazy
  3. - Me & U
  4. - Hips Don't Lie
  5. - It's Goin' Down

July 20, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 20, 2006 was Hips Don't Lie by Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean, according to the music chart for the week July 17th and July 23rd.

July 20, 2006: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on July 20, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 17th and July 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Hips Don't Lie
  2. - Maneater
  3. - Smile
  4. - I Wish I Was A Punk Rocker (With Flowers In My Hair)
  5. - Buttons

July 20, 2006: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 20, 2006 was It's Goin' Down by Yung Joc, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 17th and July 23rd.

July 20, 2006: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on July 20, 2006 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 17th and July 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - It's Goin' Down
  2. - Snap Yo Fingers
  3. - Torn
  4. - So What
  5. - Why You Wanna

July 20, 2006: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on July 20, 2006 was Angelito by Don Omar, according to the Latin music chart for the week July 17th and July 23rd.

July 20, 2006: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on July 20, 2006 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week July 17th and July 23rd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Angelito
  2. - Down
  3. - Hips Don't Lie
  4. - Caile
  5. - No, No, No

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July 20, 2006: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on July 20, 2006 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Lord of War

Lord of War

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Andrew Niccol

Starring: Nicolas Cage, Ethan Hawke, Jared Leto, Bridget Moynahan

Country: United States of America

Shooter

Shooter

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Antoine Fuqua

Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Michael Peña, Rhona Mitra, Danny Glover

Country: United States of America

Fracture

Fracture

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Gregory Hoblit

Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Ryan Gosling, David Strathairn, Rosamund Pike

Country: United States of America

Bridge to Terabithia

Bridge to Terabithia

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Gabor Csupo

Starring: Josh Hutcherson, AnnaSophia Robb, Zooey Deschanel, Robert Patrick

Country: United States of America

The Kingdom

The Kingdom

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Peter Berg

Starring: Jamie Foxx, Chris Cooper, Jennifer Garner, Jason Bateman

Country: United States of America

July 20, 2006: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on July 20, 2006 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Eureka

Eureka

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Peter O'Fallon

Foursome

Foursome

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Claude d'Anna

Drop Dead Gorgeous

Drop Dead Gorgeous

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Philip Alderton

Orange Roughies

Orange Roughies

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Chris Bailey

Eine Liebe am Gardasee

Eine Liebe am Gardasee

Release year: 2006

July 20, 2006: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on July 20, 2006 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Don'T Make A Black Woman Take Off Her Earrings by Tyler Perry

Don'T Make A Black Woman Take Off Her Earrings

By:

You can count on "Madea Mabel Simmons," star of the hit series Diary of a Mad Black Woman and Madea’s Family Reunion, to tell you one thing.

The Book Of The Dead by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child

The Book Of The Dead

By:

A FBI agent is rotting in high-security prison, for a crime he didn't commit...His brilliant and psychotic brother is about to commit a terrible crime...

At Risk by Patricia Cornwell

At Risk

By:

From Knoxville, Tennessee where he is finishing a course at The National Forensic Academy, a Massachusetts state investigator is called back to Massachusetts. The district attorney, a charming but tough-charging officer, is his boss.

Angels Fall by Nora Roberts

Angels Fall

By:

The #1 New York Times Bestseller Nora Roberts explores wilds of Grand Tetons and the mysteries of love and murder in this passionate novel.

Danse Macabre by Laurell K. Hamilton

Danse Macabre

By:

Anita Blake is caught up in the supernatural passions and finds herself in a very human dilemma.

July 20, 2006: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on July 20, 2006 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Al Emmo and the Lost Dutchman's Mine

Al Emmo and the Lost Dutchman's Mine

Platform: Windows, Linux

Genre: Adventure

Publisher: Himalaya Studios

bit Generations

bit Generations

Platform: Game Boy Advance

Genre: Action, puzzle

Publisher: Nintendo

Ankh: Heart of Osiris

Ankh: Heart of Osiris

Platform: PC (Linux, Mac OS X, Windows)

Genre: Third-person adventure

Publisher: BHV Software

A-VCS-tec Challenge

A-VCS-tec Challenge

Platform: Atari 2600

Genre: Action

Publisher: AtariAge

Just Cause

Just Cause

Platform: Microsoft Windows PlayStation 2 PlayStation 3 PlayStation 4 Xbox Xbox 360 Xbox One

Genre: Action-adventure, third-person shooter

Publisher: Square Enix Eidos Interactive (2006–2010)

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Who was the US President on July 20, 2006?

On July 20, 2006 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 20, 2006?

On July 20, 2006 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on July 20, 2006?

On July 20, 2006 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about July 20th?

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

  • 2019 - List of highest-grossing movies: the walt disney company reports avengers: endgame has overtaken avatar as the highest grossing film of all time, inflation-adjusted.
  • 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. the israel defense forces engages in a gunfight against hamas' military branch after an israeli soldier is shot dead by a palestinian sniper. four hamas members are also killed. israel responds by striking hamas targets in gaza. (bbc) (the new york times).three rockets fired from gaza at israeli communities. the iron dome intercepts two of them.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war: syrian rebels who have benefited by the "covert" cia program of military aid say they were not informed about the u.s. decision. they also add that the full impact of this decision depends on whether u.s. allies qatar, saudi arabia, qatar and turkey continue to support them in their fight. this decision, warns a commander of the free syrian army, could lead to the fall of moderate opposition.

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What happened in 2006?

2006 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Sydney, Australia experiences the hottest New Year's Day ever recorded. The temperature reached 45 degrees Celsius (113 degrees Fahrenheit), sparking bushfires, and power outages.
  • A coal mine explosion in Sago, West Virginia kills 12 miners and leaves one in critical condition.
  • In the Sago Mine Disaster, near Buckhannon West Virginia, USA, twelve dead coal miners were found along with one survivor.

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What was the calendar for July 2006?

July 2006 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with July being the 7th 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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