Saturday August 22, 2015: on this day
August 22, 2015 was the 234th day of the year 2015, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is August 22, 2015 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 22, 2015, who was born and died on August 22, 2015, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 22, 2015, which were the most popular songs (ex. Can't Feel My Face by The Weeknd), movies (e.g. Spotlight, directed by Tom McCarthy), TV series (e.g. Love Island) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 22nd, 2015 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 22, 2015?
- August 22, 2015: What happened on that day?
- August 22, 2015: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
- August 22, 2015: What were the main match results that day?
- August 22, 2015: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 22, 2015: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 22, 2015?
- August 22, 2015: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 22, 2015: What famous people died on that day?
- August 22, 2015: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 22, 2015: Number 1 song on that day
- August 22, 2015: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 22, 2015: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 22, 2015: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 22, 2015: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 22, 2015?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 2015?
- Who was the Pope on August 22, 2015?
What day of the week was August 22, 2015?
August 22, 2015 was a Saturday and it was the 234th day of the year 2015 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 22, 2015 can also be written as 8/22/2015 in the US and as 22/8/2015 in UK and Europe.
August 22, 2015: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 22, 2015:
- As tension escalates, south korea has ordered residents to flee the area near the north korean border. tensions are attempted to be defused through high-level talks at panmunjom. (yonhap),
- Somali civil war (2009-present: a suicide bomber from al-shabaab attacks a somali military training facility in kismayu, resulting in at least 16 deaths. five people are killed in another suicide bombing attack in mogadishu.
- Iran launches the fateh 313.
- Afghanistan war (2001-present). a suicide bomber from afghanistan attacked a nato convoy in kabul, killing at least 12 people and injuring 66 more.
- Syrian civil war: more than 50 people are killed by missile strikes by pro-assad forces in douma, a rebel-held city near damascus.
- Mei xiang, a giant female panda at smithsonian national zoological park, washington, d.c., gives birth to two cubs. the father's identity is unknown. (the washington post).
- The hugo award committee announces the 2015 hugo award winners in spokane (u.s.a.).
- 2015 pacific typhoon season: typhoon goni kills seven and leaves two others missing as it travels from the philippines to taiwan and okinawa in japan.
- Typhoon goni has left seven people dead and two others missing as it travels from the philippines to taiwan and okinawa in japan.
- 2015 tianjin explosions: the state council of the people's republic of china orders an in-depth investigation of the explosions, as the death toll rises up to 121. (xinhua via icrosschina),
- As the death toll rises above 121, the state council of the people's republic of china orders an in-depth investigation into the explosions. (xinhua via icrosschina),
- Shoreham airport tragedy: seven people were killed and 15 others injured when a hawker hunter plane crashed into an aircraft at shoreham airport in west sussex, united kingdom. (bbc),
- According to chinese media, nine people were injured when an explosion occurred at a chemical warehouse located in china's shandong province.
- Three people are killed and eight others missing in a landslide that occurred in china's yunnan province.
- Dmitry medvedev, the prime minister of russia, visits the kuril islands. this provokes a protest from japan.
- Indian police detain jammu and kashmir separatist shabir shah ahead of meeting with sartaj aziz, pakistani national security adviser.
- In just one week, a second journalist from the philippines is killed by an unknown attacker.
- Quetzaltepeque penitentiary, el salvador. fourteen members of barrio 18 were killed in an incident. the killings are thought to have been the result of a power struggle within their gang.
- Mahmoud abbas, president of the state of palestine, resigns as a member of the executive committee of palestinian liberation organisation with 11 ministers in order to call for an election. in 2005, elections were held in the palestinian authority.
August 22, 2015: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Exchange Rates on August 22, 2015:
- 1 USD = 1.3652 AUD
- 1 USD = 1.3182 CAD
- 1 USD = 16.98 MXN
- 1 GBP = 2.1438 AUD
- 1 GBP = 2.0693 CAD
August 22, 2015: What were the main match results that day?
Serie A - Italian Football
- Lazio - Bologna : 2 - 1
- Verona - Roma : 1 - 1
Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)
- Charleroi - Westerlo : 0 - 0
- Mechelen - Oud-Heverlee Leuven : 2 - 1
- Waasland-Beveren - Mouscron-Peruwelz : 3 - 3
- Waregem - Club Brugge : 2 - 0
Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)
- Ein Frankfurt - Augsburg : 1 - 1
- FC Koln - Wolfsburg : 1 - 1
- Hamburg - Stuttgart : 3 - 2
- Hannover - Leverkusen : 0 - 1
- Hoffenheim - Bayern Munich : 1 - 2
Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)
- Fortuna Dusseldorf - Freiburg : 1 - 2
- Karlsruhe - Duisburg : 2 - 0
August 22, 2015: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 22nd 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 22, 2015: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 22, 2015 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.
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August 22, 2015: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 22, 2015 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 22, 2015 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 22, 2015 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 53% full, rising at 01:37 pm and setting at 12:03 am.
The previous full moon was on Jul 31, 2015 while the next full moon would come on Aug 29, 2015.
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Get your map!Who was born on August 22, 2015?
Whose famous birthday is on August 22nd?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 22nd:
- Dua Lipa
Dua lipa is a british pop singer known for hits like 'new rules' and 'don't start now'.
- Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje
Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje is a British actor known for his roles in popular TV shows and films such as 'Lost', 'Oz', and 'The Bourne...
- James Corden
James corden is a british comedian and actor, best known for hosting the late late show and for his role in the film into the woods.
- Kristen Wiig
Kristen wiig is an american comedian known for her work on saturday night live and her roles in popular comedy films such as bridesmaids and...
- Tori Amos
American singer-songwriter.
- Rodrigo Santoro
Rodrigo santoro is a brazilian actor known for his roles in popular films such as 300 and love actually.
- Richard Armitage
Richard armitage is an english actor known for his roles in the hobbit film series and the tv series north & south.
- Ray Bradbury
American sci-fi and fantasy writer, widely admired and well-known.
- Honor Blackman
British actress.
- Leni Riefenstahl
Leni riefenstahl, a german film director and producer, screenwriter, editor.
August 22, 2015: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 8 years 8 months old,
or 104 months and 1 day old,
or 452 weeks and 3 days old,
or 3167 days old,
if you were born on August 22, 2015.How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 22, 2015?
There are 121 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 22nd 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 22, 2015?
You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on August 22, 2015.
August 22, 2015: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 22, 2015:
- Dorotea Mackiewicz
Pioneering investigative journalist known for her fearless reporting on corruption.
- Correll Harney
Known for his innovative use of materials in sculpture.
- Gianno Moscon
Acclaimed sculptor recognized for his innovative sculptures.
- Damira Muratova
Damira Muratova was a renowned Turkmen essayist known for her insightful and thought-provoking writings on literature and culture.
- Merl Reagle
Merl Reagle was a renowned crossword puzzle constructor and writer.
- Eric Thompson
English race car driver and book dealer (b. 1919).
- Arthur Morris
Australian journalist and cricketer (d. 2015).
- Ieng Thirith
Cambodian academic and politician (b. 1932).
- Marija Golubničaja
- Ángel Atienza
- Charles Tomlinson
- Ángel Papadópulos
- Gabriele Calvi
- Mariem Hassan
- Andy Mapple
- Lou Tsioropoulos
- William Rowe
- Erika Zuchold
What famous deaths happened on August 22nd?
Famous deaths on August 22nd:
- Colleen Dewhurst
Colleen Dewhurst was a Canadian-American actress known for her work on stage and screen, winning two Tony Awards.
- Sebastian Cabot
Actor and singer from english-canadian (d. 1977).
- Laurelyn Joyner
Set multiple world records in long jump.
- Kenyatta Kenyatta
Kenyatta was the first president of Kenya and a prominent figure in the Kenyan independence movement.
- Lennex Kenyatta
Lennex Kenyatta was the first President of Kenya, serving from 1963 to 1978.
- Antario Dubois
Antario Dubois was a renowned French composer and pianist known for his innovative classical music compositions.
- Fayne Blackwood
Fayne Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her historical fiction novels that brought to life the stories of forgotten...
- Ulyssa Blackwood
Ulyssa Blackwood was a renowned British novelist known for her epic historical sagas and complex character studies.
- Arwilda Wimmer
American actress known for her roles in classic films.
- Jackob Bronowski
Polish-British mathematician known for his contributions to the history of science.
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August 22, 2015: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 22, 2015:
- RC feasts - Mary queen of angels
Observances on August 22, 2015:
- International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
August 22, 2015: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 22, 2015 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 17th and August 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 22, 2015: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 22, 2015 was Can't Feel My Face by The Weeknd, according to the music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.
August 22, 2015: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 22, 2015 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 17th and August 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Weeknd - Can't Feel My Face
- OMI - Cheerleader
- One Direction - Drag Me Down
- Silento - Watch Me
- Major Lazer & DJ Snake Featuring MO - Lean On
August 22, 2015: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 22, 2015 was Can't Feel My Face by The Weeknd, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.
August 22, 2015: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 22, 2015 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 17th and August 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Weeknd - Can't Feel My Face
- Silento - Watch Me
- Wiz Khalifa Featuring Charlie Puth - See You Again
- Fetty Wap - Trap Queen
- Fetty Wap Featuring Monty - My Way
August 22, 2015: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 22, 2015 was El Perdon by Nicky Jam & Enrique Iglesias, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.
August 22, 2015: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 22, 2015 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 17th and August 23rd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Nicky Jam & Enrique Iglesias - El Perdon
- Gente de Zona Featuring Marc Anthony - La Gozadera
- Romeo Santos - Propuesta Indecente
- Ariel Camacho y Los Plebes del Rancho - Te Metiste
- J Balvin - Ginza
August 22, 2015: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 22, 2015 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
August 22, 2015: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 22, 2015 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
August 22, 2015: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 22, 2015 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
August 22, 2015: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 22, 2015 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Who was the US President on August 22, 2015?
On August 22, 2015 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 22, 2015?
On August 22, 2015 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 22, 2015?
On August 22, 2015 the Pope was Francis.
What is special about August 22nd?
August 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd 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 22nd, such as:
- 2018 - According to senior industry sources, the previously announced initial public offer of saudi aramco was canceled.
- 2017 - Conflict at ain al-hilweh: three more palestinians were injured in renewed clashes between islamist extremists, the fatah-supported joint palestinian security force and the ain al-hilweh palestinian refuge camp.
- 2016 - 2016 pacific typhoon season: typhoon mindulle is expected to make landfall close to tokyo, japan. train services and flights will be cancelled. it will arrive one day after typhoon kompasu. (bloomberg),
What happened in 2015?
2015 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Terrorism is in Yemen: The death count from the suicide bombing at Ibb (Yemen) on December 31 rose to 49, with the injury count climbing to 70.
- The suicide bombing attack in Ibb (Yemen), that took place on December 31 has resulted in 49 deaths and 70 injuries.
- One person is killed and six are injured in a shooting in Killarney in Calgary, Canada. Police have not made any arrests.
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What was the calendar for August 2015?
August 2015 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.