What happened on Friday December 22, 2017?

Here's what happened on December 22, 2017:

• UN Security Council Resolution Against North Korea The United Nations Security Council unanimously approved Resolution 2397, imposing strict sanctions on North Korea to curb its nuclear and missile programs. The resolution significantly limits North Korea's oil imports and requires the repatriation of North Korean workers abroad.
• US Tax Reform Signed into Law President Donald Trump signed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, a significant legislative achievement that substantially reformed the United States tax system, providing tax cuts for corporations and individuals.
• Protests Against US Jerusalem Declaration Widespread Palestinian protests erupted following the United States' recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital. Two Palestinians were killed and 60 injured during demonstrations along the Gaza border fence and in West Bank towns, highlighting the intense regional tensions.
• Catalan Regional Elections The Catalan regional elections saw pro-independence parties maintain their absolute majority, with the Unionist Citizens party securing the most seats. The election witnessed a record voter turnout of 83%, reflecting high political engagement despite uncertain governmental formation.
• Brexit: Return of Blue British Passport The United Kingdom's Home Office confirmed that traditional blue passports will be reintroduced after Brexit, with the new passports scheduled to be issued in October 2019, symbolizing a return to pre-EU design.
• Bitcoin Value Crash The digital cryptocurrency Bitcoin experienced a dramatic value decline, losing approximately one-third of its worth within a 24-hour period, demonstrating the volatile nature of cryptocurrency markets.
• Ferry Disaster in Philippines A maritime tragedy occurred east of Manila when a ferry capsized, resulting in the death of five people. The Philippine Coast Guard successfully rescued 252 passengers and crew members.

Events in 2017

December 22, 2017: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Dec. 22, 2017

December 22, 2017: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on December 22, 2017:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $83.81
• Apple AAPL: opens at $174.68
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $85.40
• General Electric GE: opens at $17.51
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $151.71

Exchange Rates on December 22, 2017:

• 1 USD = 0.8427 EUR
• 1 USD = 113.256 JPY
• 1 USD = 0.7484 GBP
• 1 USD = 1.294 AUD
• 1 USD = 1.2722 CAD

December 22, 2017 was a Friday and it was the 356th day of the year 2017 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 22, 2017 can also be written as 12/22/2017 in the US and as 22/12/2017 in UK and Europe.

December 22, 2017 in December 2017 calendar

Famous people died on December 22, 2017:

• Gonzalo Morales Sáurez

  Costa rican painter (b. 1945).

Famous people who died in 2017

Famous people who died on December 22nd

December 22, 2017: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 22, 2017 was Perfect by Ed Sheeran, according to the music chart for the week December 18th and December 24th.

1. Ed Sheeran - Perfect
2. Post Malone Featuring 21 Savage - Rockstar
3. Camila Cabello Featuring Young Thug - Havana
4. Lil Pump - Gucci Gang
5. Imagine Dragons - Thunder

December 22, 2017: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 22, 2017 was Rockstar by Post Malone Featuring 21 Savage, according to the music chart for the week December 18th and December 24th.

1. Post Malone Featuring 21 Savage - Rockstar
2. Lil Pump - Gucci Gang
3. G-Eazy Featuring A$AP Rocky & Cardi B - No Limit
4. Cardi B - Bodak Yellow (Money Moves)
5. 6ix9ine - Gummo

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 22nd is Capricorn.

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Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 22, 2017: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 22, 2017 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 22, 2017 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 22, 2017 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 December 22, 2017 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 27% full, rising at 10:08 am and setting at 09:39 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 03, 2017 while the next full moon would come on Jan 02, 2018.

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Your place in the Universe on December 22, 2017

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Someone born on December 22, 2017 is:

7 years 4 months old,

or 88 months and 1 day old,

or 382 weeks and 5 days old,

or 2679 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 22, 2017?

There are 243 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday December 22nd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 22, 2017?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on December 22, 2017.

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