What happened on Saturday December 23, 2017?

Here's what happened on December 23, 2017:

• Declassified Tiananmen Square Documents Previously classified documents from the UK's Ambassador to China were released, revealing a potential death toll of 10,000 during the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests, providing new historical insights into this significant political event.
• Thomas Fire: California's Largest Wildfire The Thomas Fire became the largest wildfire in California's state history, causing extensive damage and highlighting the increasing severity of wildfires in the region due to climate change and environmental conditions.
• Tropical Storm Tembin Devastates Philippines Severe Tropical Storm Vinta caused widespread destruction in the southern Philippines, triggering catastrophic floods and mudslides that claimed over 200 lives. The disaster underscored the region's vulnerability to extreme weather events.
• France's Support for G5 Sahel Forces French President Emmanuel Macron pledged support for the G5 Sahel military forces combating Islamist militants in Northern Mali, signaling France's continued commitment to regional security and counter-terrorism efforts.
• Barcelona Wins El Clasico FC Barcelona achieved a record-breaking victory against Real Madrid in El Clasico, establishing a 14-point lead at the top of La Liga and demonstrating their dominance in Spanish football.
• Davao City Mall Fire A devastating fire at the Davao City Mall in the Philippines resulted in 37 fatalities, predominantly call centre workers. The incident drew attention to workplace safety and emergency response protocols.
• Rajasthan Bus Crash A tragic bus accident occurred in Rajasthan, Western India, where a bus plunged 65 feet into a river, resulting in 33 fatalities and 15 injuries. The incident highlights the challenging road safety conditions in rural India.
• Alberto Fujimori Hospitalized Former Peruvian President Alberto Fujimori was transferred from prison to a local hospital for treatment of low blood pressure, marking another chapter in his complex political legacy.
• London Zoo Fire A fire broke out in the café and shop area of London Zoo, resulting in the tragic death of an aardvark and four missing meerkats. The incident raised questions about fire safety protocols in wildlife facilities.

Events in 2017

December 23, 2017: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Dec. 23, 2017

December 23, 2017: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on December 23, 2017:

• 1 USD = 1.294 AUD
• 1 USD = 0.9887 CHF
• 1 EUR = 1.5311 AUD
• 1 EUR = 1.5049 CAD
• 1 AUD = 0.9815 CAD

December 23, 2017 was a Saturday and it was the 357th day of the year 2017 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 23, 2017 can also be written as 12/23/2017 in the US and as 23/12/2017 in UK and Europe.

December 23, 2017 in December 2017 calendar

Famous people died on December 23, 2017:

• Maurice Hayes

  Prominent Irish educator and politician who made significant contributions to public service and education.

Famous people who died in 2017

Famous people who died on December 23rd

December 23, 2017: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 23, 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 23, 2017: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 23, 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 23rd 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 23, 2017: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 23, 2017 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 23, 2017 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 23, 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 23, 2017 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 37% full, rising at 10:42 am and setting at 10:39 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 23, 2017

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Someone born on December 23, 2017 is:

7 years 4 months old,

or 88 months and 15 days old,

or 384 weeks and 5 days old,

or 2693 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 23, 2017?

There are 229 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday December 23rd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 23, 2017?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on December 23, 2017.

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