What happened on Sunday July 23, 2017?

Here's what happened on July 23, 2017:

• Deadly Human Trafficking Incident in Texas A horrific human trafficking incident was discovered in San Antonio, Texas, where nine men were found dead in a non-air-conditioned tractor-trailer parked outside a Walmart. Authorities described the incident as 'ruthless', with an additional 30 people found in critical condition, suffering from heat stroke and exhaustion due to the extreme conditions.
• Shooting at Israeli Embassy in Amman A violent incident occurred at the Israeli Embassy in Amman, Jordan, where one person was killed and two others were injured in a shooting attack. The incident was potentially linked to recent tensions surrounding Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa Mosque. Tragically, another Jordanian man was also inadvertently killed during the event.
• Russian Airstrike in Syria During the Syrian Civil War, the Russian air force conducted a bombing operation in Zor Shamr Camp and Madan, located south and east of Raqqa, Syria. The attack, which used cluster bombs, resulted in six civilian deaths and 19 injuries. The nearby Alburamadan area was also targeted, though no casualties were reported in that location.
• Indonesia's President Endorses Controversial Drug Policy Indonesian President Joko Widodo issued a controversial directive to police, ordering them to 'shoot' drug dealers, seemingly inspired by Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's aggressive anti-drug campaign. This policy raised significant human rights concerns and highlighted the extreme approach to drug enforcement in the region.
• Chris Froome Wins Tour de France British cyclist Chris Froome secured his third consecutive and fourth overall Tour de France victory, finishing 54 seconds ahead of Colombian rider Rigoberto Uran in a remarkable display of cycling prowess.
• Jordan Spieth Wins The Open Championship American golfer Jordan Spieth won the 2017 Open Championship, defeating Matt Kuchar by three shots. With this victory, Spieth became only the second male player after Jack Nicklaus to win three major championships in his career.
• England Wins Women's Cricket World Cup England triumphed in the 2017 Women's Cricket World Cup final at Lord's, London, with Anya Shrubsole's remarkable performance of taking six wickets during India's innings securing the championship.
• Death of Snooty, World's Oldest Manatee Snooty, the world's oldest known West Indian manatee, died at the age of 69 after becoming trapped in the plumbing system of the South Florida Museum, marking the end of an era for marine conservation and wildlife preservation.
• Scott Blumstein Wins World Series of Poker American poker player Scott Blumstein emerged victorious in the 2017 World Series of Poker Main Event, defeating over 7,200 players over two weeks and claiming the $8.15 million first prize and a prestigious WSOP bracelet.

Events in 2017

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

Newspapers from Jul. 23, 2017

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

Exchange Rates on July 23, 2017:

• 1 USD = 0.8563 EUR
• 1 USD = 111.122 JPY
• 1 USD = 0.7692 GBP
• 1 USD = 1.2632 AUD
• 1 USD = 1.254 CAD

July 23, 2017 was a Sunday and it was the 204th day of the year 2017 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 23, 2017 can also be written as 7/23/2017 in the US and as 23/7/2017 in UK and Europe.

July 23, 2017 in July 2017 calendar

Famous people died on July 23, 2017:

• John Kundla

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• Valdir Peres

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

The number 1 song in the USA on July 23, 2017 was Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber, according to the music chart for the week July 17th and July 23rd.

1. Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber - Despacito
2. DJ Khaled Featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance The Rapper & Lil Wayne - I'm The One
3. Bruno Mars - That's What I Like
4. DJ Khaled Featuring Rihanna & Bryson Tiller - Wild Thoughts
5. Ed Sheeran - Shape Of You

July 23, 2017: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 23, 2017 was I'm The One by DJ Khaled Featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance The Rapper & Lil Wayne, according to the music chart for the week July 17th and July 23rd.

1. DJ Khaled Featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance The Rapper & Lil Wayne - I'm The One
2. Bruno Mars - That's What I Like
3. DJ Khaled Featuring Rihanna & Bryson Tiller - Wild Thoughts
4. Kendrick Lamar - Humble.
5. Post Malone Featuring Quavo - Congratulations

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 23rd is Leo.

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Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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July 23, 2017: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 23, 2017 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 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 July 23, 2017 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 3% full, rising at 05:56 am and setting at 09:18 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 09, 2017 while the next full moon would come on Aug 07, 2017.

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Your place in the Universe on July 23, 2017

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Someone born on July 23, 2017 is:

7 years 9 months old,

or 93 months and 21 days old,

or 407 weeks and 3 days old,

or 2852 days old,

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

There are 71 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday July 23rd 2025.

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

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

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