Wednesday February 22, 2017: on this day

February 22, 2017 was the 53rd day of the year 2017, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is February 22, 2017 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on February 22, 2017, who was born and died on February 22, 2017, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 22, 2017, which were the most popular songs (ex. Shape Of You by Ed Sheeran), movies (e.g. Taken, directed by Pierre Morel), TV series (e.g. White Rabbit Project) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 22nd, 2017 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 22, 2017?


February 22, 2017 was a Wednesday and it was the 53rd day of the year 2017 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 22, 2017 can also be written as 2/22/2017 in the US and as 22/2/2017 in UK and Europe.

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February 22, 2017: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 22, 2017:

  • Syrian civil war, raqqa offensive: u.s.-backed sdf troops on two fronts meet northeast of raqqa to encircle a small group of villages held by isis.
  • The u.s.-backed sdf force on two fronts meets northeast of raqqa and encircles a small group of villages still held hostage by isis.
  • Yemeni civil war (2015-present). major general ahmed saif al-yafei, yemen’s deputy chief of staff and many others, is killed in a missile attack by the houthis on a yemeni military base near mocha.
  • Amnesty international issues a report condemning the rise populist leaders like donald trump of the united states and viktor orban from hungary, rodrigo duterte in the philippines, and recep tayyip erdogan in turkey.
  • Turkey's headscarf rights: the turkish government lifted the ban that prohibited female soldiers from wearing a hijab. the ban was lifted by the military, the last institution in turkey to do so.
  • The ban on female soldiers wearing hijabs was lifted by the turkish government. the ban was lifted by the military, the last turkish institution.
  • 2017 mexico-united states diplomatic crises: luis videgaray caso, mexico's foreign minister, rejects and denounces the united states's plan to deport undocumented immigrants. he stated that mexico can not "accept unilateral decisions imposed from one government to another."
  • Luis videgaray caso, the mexican foreign minister, rejects and denounces the united states's latest plan to deport undocumented immigrants. he stated that mexico can not "accept unilateral decisions imposed from one government to another."
  • South africa's north gauteng high court ruled that the government's decision to withdraw from the rome statute of the international criminal court in october was unconstitutional and instructed the government to cancel its notice of withdrawal. (ap),
  • Donald tsang, the former chief executive of hong kong, is sentenced for 20 months for corruption. he will be the highest-ranking hong kong officeholder to ever be convicted.
  • 2017 olathe shooting, kansas: an indian engineer was shot to death and another wounded in olathe (kansas).
  • An indian engineer and another are both shot to death in olathe (kansas) as a hate crime.
  • Transgender rights in america: the trump administration has revoked obama-era title ix orders protecting gender identity under title ix.
  • Trump's administration has revoked obama-era title ix orders protecting gender identity and protection under title ix.
  • Francois bayrou, french presidential election 2017, withdraws in an attempt to support emmanuel macron.
  • Francois bayrou quits in an attempt to support emmanuel macron.
  • Nasa and the european southern observatory announced the discovery of four earth-like planets in trappist-1's goldilocks zone. these are in addition to the three that were discovered last year. (the atlantic),
  • Chan yuen-ting, eastern sports club's manager, becomes the first woman to manage a football club in top-flight continental competitions with guangzhou evergrande as the managing team.
  • 2024 summer olympics: budapest withdraws from the bid. paris and los angeles are the remaining two candidates cities to host the 2024 competition.
  • Budapest withdrew its bid, leaving paris or los angeles as the only two cities that could host the 2024 competition.

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

Stock market quotes on February 22, 2017:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $81.65
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $136.43
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $64.33
  • General Electric GE: opens at $30.52
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $180.09

Exchange Rates on February 22, 2017:

  • 1 USD = 0.9472 EUR
  • 1 USD = 113.311 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.8027 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.2987 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.316 CAD

February 22, 2017: What were the main match results that day?

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • Valencia - Real Madrid : 2 - 1

Championship - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Bristol City - Fulham : 0 - 2
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February 22, 2017: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 22nd is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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

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

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Discover the planets positions on February 22nd, 2017 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 22, 2017: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 22, 2017 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 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 February 22, 2017 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 8% full, rising at 03:49 am and setting at 02:50 pm.

The previous full moon was on Feb 11, 2017 while the next full moon would come on Mar 12, 2017.

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Who was born on February 22, 2017?


Whose famous birthday is on February 22nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 22nd:

  • Drew Barrymore
    Drew Barrymore

    American actress, noted family.

  • Steve Irwin
    Steve Irwin

    He is an australian environmentalist and television personality.

  • Kyle MacLachlan
    Kyle MacLachlan

    American actor best known for his portrayal of a small-town innocent in 1986's "blue velvet.

  • Thomas Jane
    Thomas Jane

    American producer and director of actor.

  • Giulietta Masina
    Giulietta Masina

    Italian actress, who performed with such passion and depth that she could imbue everyday life with a touch of the absurd.

  • Julie Walters
    Julie Walters

    British actress who received critical acclaim for her performance as "educating rita", winning a tony award for stage performance.

  • Bruce Forsyth
    Bruce Forsyth

    London, england -- comedian/tv host (generation game).

  • Jonathan Demme
    Jonathan Demme

    American screenwriter and producer of director films.

  • Sheila Hancock
    Sheila Hancock

    English actress and author.

  • Ellen Greene
    Ellen Greene

    American actress and singer.

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February 22, 2017: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 7 years 1 month old,

or 85 months and 6 days old,

or 370 weeks and 1 day old,

or 2591 days old,

if you were born on February 22, 2017.

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

There are 331 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday February 22nd 2025.

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

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

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February 22, 2017: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 22, 2017:

  • Enzi Faleomavaega

    American Samoan politician who served as a Delegate to the U.S.

  • Pino Castagna
  • Maurice Chollet
  • Walter Di Salvo
  • Fritz Koenig
  • Nikos Koundouros
  • Martin Lüttge
  • Ana Raduncheva
  • Moreno Guizzo
  • Frank Delaney

What famous deaths happened on February 22nd?

Famous deaths on February 22nd:

  • Simone Simon
    Simone Simon

    Famed french actress, best known for marc allegret’s "lac aux dames.

  • Ed Flanders
    Ed Flanders

    Actor (dr westphall st elsewhere), commits suicide when he is 60.

  • Morgan Woodward
    Morgan Woodward

    American actor (b. 1925).

  • Edith Barrett
    Edith Barrett

    Actress (molly & me ghost ship), dies aged 64.

  • Efrem Zimbalist
    Efrem Zimbalist

    Russian-american violinist composer, conductor.

  • Joan Woodbury
    Joan Woodbury

    Actress (super sleuth, northwest trail).

  • Andy Warhol

    A leading figure in the Pop Art movement, known for his iconic silkscreen paintings of celebrities and consumer products.

  • Majour Warhol

    An American artist, Warhol was a leading figure in the Pop Art movement, known for his iconic paintings of celebrities and consumer...

  • Javel Warhol

    American artist and a leading figure in the Pop Art movement.

  • Charles Lyell

    Known as the father of modern geology, he popularized the concept of uniformitarianism.

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February 22, 2017: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 22, 2017:

  • Blessed Saint Isabel of France (+1270)
  • United States - Washington's Birthday (traditionally).
  • Ash Wednesday in 2023.
  • The Scouting movement celebrates this day as "B.-P. day" or "Founder's Day" as it is the shared birthday of the Scouts' founder Sir Robert Baden-Powell and his wife, Lady Olave Baden-Powell, the World Chief Guide.
  • The World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts celebrates this day as "Thinking Day" as it is the shared birthday of the Scouts' founder Sir Robert Baden-Powell, and his wife, Lady Olave Baden-Powell, the World Chief Guide.
  • Roman Catholic Church - Feast of the Chair of Saint Peter.

Saints celebrated on February 22, 2017:

  • Saint Lucia - independence (1979).
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February 22, 2017: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 22, 2017 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 20th and February 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


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

The number 1 song in the USA on February 22, 2017 was Shape Of You by Ed Sheeran, according to the music chart for the week February 20th and February 26th.

February 22, 2017: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 22, 2017 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 20th and February 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Shape Of You
  2. - Bad And Boujee
  3. - I Don't Wanna Live Forever (Fifty Shades Darker)
  4. - Million Reasons
  5. - Bad Things

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

The number 1 R&B song on February 22, 2017 was Bad And Boujee by Migos Featuring Lil Uzi Vert, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 20th and February 26th.

February 22, 2017: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 22, 2017 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 20th and February 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Bad And Boujee
  2. - Bad Things
  3. - Bounce Back
  4. - Fake Love
  5. - Starboy

February 22, 2017: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on February 22, 2017 was Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber, according to the Latin music chart for the week February 20th and February 26th.

February 22, 2017: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on February 22, 2017 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week February 20th and February 26th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Despacito
  2. - Chantaje
  3. - El Amante
  4. - Adios Amor
  5. - Hasta El Amanecer

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February 22, 2017: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 22, 2017 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Taken

Taken

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Pierre Morel

Starring: Liam Neeson, Maggie Grace, Famke Janssen, Leland Orser

Country: United States of America

The Lost City of Z

The Lost City of Z

Release year: 2017

Directed by: James Gray

Starring: Charlie Hunnam, Robert Pattinson, Sienna Miller, Tom Holland

Country: United States of America

The Devil's Candy

The Devil's Candy

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Sean Byrne

Starring: Ethan Embry, Shiri Appleby, Pruitt Taylor Vince, Kiara Glasco

Country: United States of America

A Cure for Wellness

A Cure for Wellness

Release year: 2017

Written by:

Directed by: Gore Verbinski

Starring: Dane DeHaan, Jason Isaacs, Mia Goth, Ivo Nandi

Country: United States of America

USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage

USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Mario Van Peebles

Starring: Nicolas Cage, Tom Sizemore, Thomas Jane, Matt Lanter

Country: United States of America

February 22, 2017: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 22, 2017 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

White Rabbit Project

White Rabbit Project

Release year: 2016

Guyane

Guyane

Release year: 2016

Chicago Justice

Chicago Justice

Release year: 2017

Country: United States of America

Gypsy

Gypsy

Release year: 2017

Starring: Gypsy Rose Lee, Iris Adrian

Country: United States of America

February 22, 2017: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 22, 2017 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Shack by William P. Young

The Shack

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Mackenzie Allen Philips' youngest child, Missy, was abducted while on a family vacation. Evidence that she might have been brutally killed is found in an abandoned cabin deep in the Oregon wilderness.

Burn by Helen Hardt

Burn

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Jonah Steel is buried deep in trying to solve the mystery surrounding the disappearance of his family and brother. The arrival of his best friend has added complexity, but not as much as his obsession with Dr.

Hillbilly Elegy by J. D. Vance

Hillbilly Elegy

By:

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER NAMED BY THE TIMES "6 BOOKS to HELP UNDERSTAND Trump's WIN" AND SOON A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE DIRECTED RON HOWARD "You won't read a more important American book this year. "--The

Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty

Big Little Lies

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Entertainment Weekly called the #1 New York Times Bestseller "a surefire hit." NOW AN EMMY-NOMINATED HOBO(r) LIMITED SERIES STARRING REESE Witherspon, NICOLE KIDMAN and SHAILENE WOODLEY. DIRECTOR OF WILD & DALLAS BUYERS CLUB: JEAN-MARC VALLEE AND WRITER DAVIDE.

A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman

A Man Called Ove

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Meet Ove, the New York Times Bestseller that has taken the world by storm. He is a curmudgeon, the kind of person who points out people he doesn't like as if they are burglars outside his bedroom window.

February 22, 2017: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 22, 2017 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Real-time strategy

Publisher: Sega

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Who was the US President on February 22, 2017?

On February 22, 2017 the US President was Donald John Trump (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 22, 2017?

On February 22, 2017 the UK Prime Minister was Theresa May (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 22, 2017?

On February 22, 2017 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about February 22nd?

February 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd day of the month of February. 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 February 22nd, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 venezuelan presidential crisis: venezuelan national guard troops open fire on indigenous pemon protestors who tried to block a military convoy headed to brazil-venezuela border. at least two people were killed and 14 more were injured.
  • 2018 - Police in montenegro have identified the attacker of a grenade attack against the u.s. embassy in podgorica yesterday. he was an ex-military veteran of the armed forces of yugoslavia, according to authorities.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war, raqqa offensive: u.s.-backed sdf troops on two fronts meet northeast of raqqa to encircle a small group of villages held by isis.

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What happened in 2017?

2017 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • 2017 Istanbul nightclub attack: On the European coast of Bosphorus, a gunman opened fire at a Istanbul nightclub, killing at most 39 people and injuring 69 more. (BBC), (AP via ABC News Australia),
  • At least 39 people were killed and 69 more injured when a gunman opened fire at a Istanbul nightclub. The incident occurred on the European coast. (BBC), (AP via ABC News Australia),
  • At least 7 people are killed and 17 more injured in a suicide car bomb blast and gunmen attack in Iraqi al-Qadisiya, west of Najaf. 29 people died yesterday in an explosion at a busy market near Baghdad, Iraq's capital. ISIS claims responsibility. (Reuters),

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What was the calendar for February 2017?

February 2017 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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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