What happened on Sunday June 23, 2013?

Here's what happened on June 23, 2013:

• Edward Snowden Leaves Hong Kong U.S. whistleblower Edward Snowden departed Hong Kong after being refused extradition by the United States, marking a significant moment in the global surveillance controversy.
• Nelson Mandela's Critical Health Condition Nelson Mandela, the former President of South Africa, was reported in critical condition due to worsening lung infection, causing global concern for the beloved leader.
• Devastating Floods in North India Catastrophic floods in North India resulted in over 6,500 deaths, with the Indian Army struggling to reach thousands of trapped people in the region's northwest.
• Syrian Civil War Spillover in Lebanon Intense clashes near Sidon, Lebanon resulted in the death of six Lebanese Army soldiers and multiple injuries, highlighting the regional tensions stemming from the Syrian civil war.
• Brazil Nationwide Protests Large-scale protests erupted across Brazil, with police responding aggressively by using tear gas against demonstrators in multiple cities, reflecting significant social unrest.
• Nik Wallenda's Grand Canyon Tightrope Walk Nik Wallenda became the first person to successfully walk across the Grand Canyon on a high wire, demonstrating extraordinary skill and courage in a historic feat of daring.
• Tourist Massacre in Northern Pakistan Gunmen stormed a hotel in Northern Pakistan, killing nine tourists and injuring one Pakistani tour guide in a brutal attack that shocked the international community.
• India Wins ICC Champions Trophy India defeated England by five runs to win the 2013 ICC Champions Trophy at Edgbaston Cricket Ground in Birmingham, securing a thrilling victory in international cricket.
• Deadly Bus Accident in Montenegro A catastrophic bus accident in Montenegro resulted in the tragic deaths of at least 18 Romanian citizens, with an additional 32 people sustaining injuries.

Events in 2013

June 23, 2013: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Jun. 23, 2013

June 23, 2013 was a Sunday and it was the 174th day of the year 2013 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 23, 2013 can also be written as 6/23/2013 in the US and as 23/6/2013 in UK and Europe.

June 23, 2013 in June 2013 calendar

Famous people died on June 23, 2013:

• Richard Matheson

  Influential American author who significantly impacted horror and science fiction literature, known for works like 'I Am Legend' and...

• Frank Kelso

  Distinguished United States Navy admiral who served as Secretary of the Navy, playing a crucial role in national defense and maritime...

• Sharon Stouder

  Olympic swimming champion who won multiple gold medals and set world records in the late 1960s.

• Gary David Goldberg

  Accomplished American screenwriter and television producer known for creating popular TV series.

• Darryl Read

  English singer-songwriter, drummer, and actor (b. 1951).

• Bobby Bland

  American singer-songwriter (b. 1930).

• Kurt Leichtweiss

  German mathematician and academic (b. 1927).

• Silvio Lanaro

Famous people who died in 2013

Famous people who died on June 23rd

June 23, 2013: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 23, 2013 was Blurred Lines by Robin Thicke, according to the music chart for the week June 17th and June 23rd.

1. Robin Thicke - Blurred Lines
2. Macklemore - Can't Hold Us
3. Daft Punk - Get Lucky
4. Justin Timberlake - Mirrors
5. Florida Georgia Line - Cruise (Remix)

June 23, 2013: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 23, 2013 was Blurred Lines by Robin Thicke Featuring T.I. + Pharrell, according to the music chart for the week June 17th and June 23rd.

1. Robin Thicke Featuring T.I. + Pharrell - Blurred Lines
2. Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Ray Dalton - Can't Hold Us
3. Mariah Carey Featuring Miguel - #Beautiful
4. Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Wanz - Thrift Shop
5. Wale Featuring Tiara Thomas Or Rihanna - Bad

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 23rd is Cancer.

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Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 23, 2013: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 23, 2013 is Snake and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 23, 2013 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 23, 2013 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 June 23, 2013 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 08:39 pm and setting at 06:50 am.

The previous full moon was on May 25, 2013 while the next full moon would come on Jul 22, 2013.

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Your place in the Universe on June 23, 2013

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Someone born on June 23, 2013 is:

11 years 10 months old,

or 142 months and 21 days old,

or 620 weeks and 3 days old,

or 4343 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 23, 2013?

There are 40 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday June 23rd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 23, 2013?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on June 23, 2013.

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