Thursday October 22, 2015: on this day

October 22, 2015 was the 295th day of the year 2015, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is October 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 October 22, 2015, who was born and died on October 22, 2015, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 22, 2015, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Hills by The Weeknd), movies (e.g. Peeping Tom, directed by Michael Powell), TV series (e.g. It Had To Be You) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 22nd, 2015 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 22, 2015?


October 22, 2015 was a Thursday and it was the 295th day of the year 2015 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 22, 2015 can also be written as 10/22/2015 in the US and as 22/10/2015 in UK and Europe.

October 22, 2015 in October 2015 calendar

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October 22, 2015: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 22, 2015:

  • Syrian civil war: according to the associated press, kurds in syria have established a new administration at tal abyad (a sunni arab town) which they took from isis in june 2017. (u.s. news and world report). russian military intervention in syria civil war: the syrian observatory for human rights reports that at least 12 people, including health-care workers were killed in an attack on a sarmin field hospital, idlib by russian aircraft.
  • According to the associated press, kurds in syria have established a new administration at tal abyad in sunni arab town. this was after the kurds resisted isis's advances last june.
  • Russian military intervention in syria civil war: the syrian observatory for human rights reported that at least 12 people, including health-care workers were killed in a russian attack on a sarmin, idlib, field hospital.
  • Syrian observatory for human rights reported that at least 12 people, including health-care workers were killed in an attack by russian aircraft on a sarmin field hospital, idlib.
  • Islamic state of iraq and the levant (2014-present), american-led intervention.: 70 hostages were freed in a joint raid by us and iraqi forces in the early morning. the raid was conducted in hawija province, kirkuk province. reports indicate that one american delta force soldier was killed, marking the first american combat death since the us-led war against is.
  • 70 hostages were freed by a joint raid in the early morning conducted jointly by us and iraqi forces against an is-run prison in hawija (kirkuk province). reports indicate that one american delta force soldier was killed in combat, marking the first american combat death since the us-led war against is.
  • Afghanistan war (2001-present: taliban insurgents assassinate mohammad daud sultanzoy a district administrator in afghanistan’s eastern ghazni province.
  • Sinai insurgency: egypt's military claims it has "full control" of the north sinai regions of arish, rafah, and sheikh zuweid. this is after successful raids against terrorist strongholds as well as weapons caches.
  • After successful raids against terrorist strongholds, weapons caches, and other obstacles, egypt's military claims it now has "full control" of the north sinai regions of arish and rafah.
  • A suicide bomber targets a pakistani shia mosque as well as imambargah during prayer in the district bagh kachhi, 300 km from quetta in balochistan. at least 10 people are injured and at least 10 killed.
  • 2015 pacific typhoon season: more than 1.2 million people were affected by typhoon koppu (lando), which killed 54 people in the philippines.
  • With more than 1.2million people affected, typhoon koppu (lando), in the philippines has claimed 54 deaths.
  • 2015 pacific hurricane season: hurricane patricia increases to category 4 before making landfall in mexico.
  • Human rights watch reports that unidentified, armed men disabling boats transporting migrants and asylum seekers from turkey to the greek islands in the aegean sea have occurred. witnesses reported eight incidents in which armed men attacked boats and damaged engines and fuel systems. inflatable boats were also targeted.
  • Two migrants were killed and 16 others were missing in a series of incidents tuesday and wednesday. 48 people were rescued from boats that had capsized in the aegean sea while heading to greece from turkey.
  • According to slovenian authorities, around 2000 migrants are crossing the border from croatia in four trains heading towards austria. three of them will be going to sentilj while the third one will go to jesenice.
  • U.n. human rights chief zeid rasad al-hussein accused the czech republic with committing systematic violations of human rights by detaining refugee for up to 90 day and strip-searching them to find money to pay for their detention. czech president milos zeman dismissed zeid’s criticism of his "stance against migration, islam."
  • Kuril islands dispute: sergei shoigu, russian defence minister, announces that russia will build a new military base in the kuril islands. this is a group of pacific islands that it took from japan at end of world war ii.
  • Sergei shoigu, russian defence minister, announces russia's plans to build a new military station on the kuril islands. this is a grouping of pacific islands that it took from japan at the close of world war ii.
  • Conflict between israeli and palestinian (2015): u.s. secretary john kerry met with benjamin netanyahu, the israeli prime minister, today in berlin to discuss recent violence between israelis and palestinians. kerry will meet with mahmoud abbas, the palestinian president, and king abdullah from jordan in amman on saturday.
  • Today, u.s. secretary john kerry met in berlin with benjamin netanyahu, the israeli prime minister, to discuss the recent violence between israelis and palestinians. kerry will meet with mahmoud abbas, the palestinian president, and king abdullah from jordan in amman on saturday.
  • Trollhattan school attack: two students and a teacher were killed in an attack on a trollhattan high school. police shot the attacker.
  • In an attack on a trollhattan high school, a teacher and a student were killed and another student was injured in the attack. police shot the attacker.
  • Chilean officials begin to issue civil union licenses to heterosexual and gay couples. this marks the official recognition of a same-sex relationship in chile.
  • Three people were injured in a shooting incident that occurred late thursday at tennessee state university in nashville, tennessee. one of them is critically. one of the wounded later died at a hospital. the victims were taken to vanderbilt university medical center.
  • West lothian question the scottish national party and labour party have fiercely opposed the bill.
  • By 312 votes to 270 votes, the uk house of commons approves an "english votes to english laws" bill. this gives english mps more control over legislation that applies only to england. the scottish national party and labour party have fiercely opposed the bill.
  • The $612 billion annual defense authorization bill was vetoed by president barack obama. this is due to the fact that it would not allow for budget restrictions for the military, and it would limit the transfer of guantanamo detainees. this is obama's fifth veto since 2009.
  • After receiving support from a large majority of republican party members, paul ryan announced that he would run for the position of speaker of the united states house of representatives john boehner.
  • Baruto kaito is a former sumo wrestler and reached the second-highest rank in sumo. he will now compete in mixed martial art at rizin fighting federation.

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October 22, 2015: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on October 22, 2015:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $80.68
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $114.33
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $47.53
  • General Electric GE: opens at $28.95
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $141.74

Exchange Rates on October 22, 2015:

  • 1 USD = 0.9002 EUR
  • 1 USD = 120.68 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.6497 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.3853 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.3098 CAD
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October 22, 2015: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 22nd is Libra.

Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.

Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 22, 2015: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 22, 2015 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.

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October 22, 2015: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 22, 2015 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 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 October 22, 2015 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 75% full, rising at 03:10 pm and setting at 02:26 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 28, 2015 while the next full moon would come on Oct 27, 2015.

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Who was born on October 22, 2015?


Whose famous birthday is on October 22nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 22nd:

  • Catherine Deneuve
    Catherine Deneuve

    French actress and businesswoman.

  • Christopher Lloyd
    Christopher Lloyd

    Christopher Lloyd is an American actor best known for his roles as Doc Brown in the 'Back to the Future' trilogy and as Reverend Jim...

  • Deepak Chopra
    Deepak Chopra

    East indian-american author, healer and physician, and inspiring leader in holistic healthcare.

  • Jeff Goldblum
    Jeff Goldblum

    American actor.

  • Georges Brassens
    Georges Brassens

    French composer, poet, and singer.

  • Arsène Wenger
    Arsène Wenger

    French manager of arsenal football club, a french club that was founded in woolwich, england on 12/25/1886.

  • Joan Fontaine
    Joan Fontaine

    American actress, born in japan to her father who was stationed at tokyo.

  • Valeria Golino
    Valeria Golino

    Naples, italy -- actress (rain man and little flames).

  • Annette Funicello
    Annette Funicello

    American actress.

  • Derek Jacobi
    Derek Jacobi

    British actor who has been successful in film, classical theater and television series.

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October 22, 2015: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 8 years 5 months old,

or 101 months and 7 days old,

or 440 weeks and 1 day old,

or 3081 days old,

if you were born on October 22, 2015.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 22, 2015?

There are 207 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday October 22nd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 22, 2015?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on October 22, 2015.

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October 22, 2015: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 22, 2015:

  • Murphy Anderson

    Murphy Anderson was a renowned comic book artist known for his work at DC Comics.

  • Arnold Klein

    American dermatologist and author (b. 1945).

  • Çetin Altan

    Turkish journalist and politician (b. 1927).

  • Willem Aantjes

    Dutch civil servant and politician (b. 1923).

  • Joshua Wheeler

    American sergeant (b. 1975).

  • Mark Murphy

What famous deaths happened on October 22nd?

Famous deaths on October 22nd:

  • Rollo May
    Rollo May

    American psychoanalyst, lecturer and pioneer in existential psychology.

  • Peter Scolari
    Peter Scolari

    American actor and director.

  • Soupy Sales
    Soupy Sales

    American comedian, intelligent and imaginative.

  • Cleavon Little
    Cleavon Little

    Actor in blazing saddles, dies at 53 from colon cancer.

  • Majour Cézanne

    A French Post-Impressionist painter, Cézanne is known for his innovative techniques and influence on the development of modern art.

  • Henry Armstrong

    American professional boxer who held world championships in three different weight classes.

  • Janos Arany

    Renowned Hungarian poet and writer.

  • Sherel Tepper

    Renowned author known for her science fiction and fantasy novels.

  • Deidrick Ravenscroft

    Known for voicing the character of Tony the Tiger in Kellogg's Frosted Flakes commercials.

  • Marieke Vervoort

    Belgian Paralympic wheelchair racer and Paralympic champion.

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October 22, 2015: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 22, 2015 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 19th and October 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 22, 2015: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 22, 2015 was The Hills by The Weeknd, according to the music chart for the week October 19th and October 25th.

October 22, 2015: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 22, 2015 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 19th and October 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Hills
  2. - Hotline Bling
  3. - What Do You Mean?
  4. - Watch Me
  5. - 679

October 22, 2015: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 22, 2015 was The Hills by The Weeknd, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 19th and October 25th.

October 22, 2015: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 22, 2015 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 19th and October 25th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - The Hills
  2. - Hotline Bling
  3. - Watch Me
  4. - 679
  5. - Can't Feel My Face

October 22, 2015: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on October 22, 2015 was Ginza by J Balvin, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 19th and October 25th.

October 22, 2015: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on October 22, 2015 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 19th and October 25th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Ginza
  2. - El Perdon
  3. - Propuesta Indecente
  4. - Sunset
  5. - La Gozadera

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October 22, 2015: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 22, 2015 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Peeping Tom

Peeping Tom

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Michael Powell

Starring: Karlheinz Böhm, Anna Massey, Moira Shearer, Maxine Audley

Country: United States of America

Inherent Vice

Inherent Vice

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Paul Thomas Anderson

Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Josh Brolin, Owen Wilson, Katherine Waterston

Country: United States of America

The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2

The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Francis Lawrence

Starring: Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, Woody Harrelson

Country: United States of America

Blackhat

Blackhat

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Michael Mann

Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Viola Davis, Wei Tang, Leehom Wang

Country: United States of America

Left Behind

Left Behind

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Vic Armstrong

Starring: Nicolas Cage, Lea Thompson, Cassi Thomson, Chad Michael Murray

Country: United States of America

October 22, 2015: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 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:

It Had to Be You

It Had to Be You

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Sasha Gordon

The Principal

The Principal

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Jody Hill

Celia

Celia

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Ann Turner

Dix pour cent

Dix pour cent

Release year: 2015

Country: France

Master of None

Master of None

Release year: 2015

Country: United States of America

October 22, 2015: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 22, 2015 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms by George R.R. Martin

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * NAMED ONE OFF THE BEST BOOKS IN THE YEAR BY LOS ANGELES TIMES and BUZZFEED * A Knight of The Seven Kingdoms is a collection of the three prequel novels to George R.

Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard by Rick Riordan

Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard

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Magnus Chase is an once-homeless teenager who now lives in the Hotel Valhalla. He is also one of Odin’s chosen warriors. Magnus, who is the son Frey, the god fertility, summer and health, doesn't have a natural tendency to fight.

The Murder House by James Patterson, David Ellis

The Murder House

By:

No. 7 Ocean Drive, a beautiful, multi-million dollar beachfront estate in Hamptons is where money and privilege have no bounds.

After You by Jojo Moyes

After You

By:

Jojo's latest book, Still Me, featuring Louisa Clark, Me Before You and After You is coming soon! "We

The Survivor by Vince Flynn

The Survivor

By:

The #1 New York Times Bestseller, The Survivor continues where The Last Man left off. It is a race against time to save America...and Mitch Rapp’s greatest battle.

October 22, 2015: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on October 22, 2015 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Pac-Man 256

Pac-Man 256

Platform: Android, iOS

Genre: Labyrinth, endless runner

Publisher: Bandai Namco

Her Story

Her Story

Platform: Microsoft Windows, OS X, iOS

Genre: Interactive movie

AdvertCity

AdvertCity

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Linux, OS X

Genre: Tycoon game

Publisher: VoxelStorm

Armikrog

Armikrog

Platform: Microsoft Windows, OS X, Linux, PlayStation 4, Wii U

Genre: Point-and-click adventure

Publisher: Versus Evil

Helldivers

Helldivers

Platform: PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, PlayStation Vita, Microsoft Windows

Genre: Shoot 'em up

Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment

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Who was the US President on October 22, 2015?

On October 22, 2015 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 22, 2015?

On October 22, 2015 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on October 22, 2015?

On October 22, 2015 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about October 22nd?

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

  • 2018 - China will open the longest sea bridge in the world, hong kong-zhuhai macau bridge, after nine years of construction. the ceremony will take place in hong kong.
  • 2017 - Boko haram insurgency. a suicide bomber injures five more people in maiduguri, northeast nigeria. police say that 13 civilians were also injured in separate attacks.
  • 2016 - Iraqi civil war (2014-2017), battle of mosul (2016)-2017: at least 284 people are executed in mosul by the islamic state of iraq and the levant. (cnn),

Find out more about October 22nd

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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 October 2015?

October 2015 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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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