Thursday October 23, 2014: on this day

October 23, 2014 was the 296th day of the year 2014, under the sign of Scorpio and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is October 23, 2014 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 23, 2014, who was born and died on October 23, 2014, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 23, 2014, which were the most popular songs (ex. All About That Bass by Meghan Trainor), movies (e.g. Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, directed by Guy Ritchie), TV series (e.g. The Affair) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 23rd, 2014 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 23, 2014?


October 23, 2014 was a Thursday and it was the 296th day of the year 2014 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 23, 2014 can also be written as 10/23/2014 in the US and as 23/10/2014 in UK and Europe.

October 23, 2014 in October 2014 calendar

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October 23, 2014: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 23, 2014:

  • Hamas member intentionally strikes pedestrians at a train station in jerusalem with his car, killing a baby 3 months old.
  • Islamist insurgency: boko haram kidnaps "dozens" of nigerian women and girls from adamawa state, in particular the villages wanga mangoro & garta.
  • Boko haram kidnaps "dozens" of girls and women in adamawa state, specifically in garta and wanga mangoro villages.
  • Ebola virus disease in america: after treating ebola patients from guinea, a new york city doctor tests positive for ebola.
  • Ebola epidemic in west africa: mali confirms the positive test of a 2-year old girl for ebola. this is mali's first confirmed case.
  • Mali confirms that a 2-year old girl tested positive for ebola. this is the first case of ebola in mali.
  • Two police officers were injured when a man attacked them with a hatchet in new york city. he was then shot dead. the attacker is suspected to be motivated by radical islamic ideas.
  • Iran protesters demand increased security after four women were attacked in isfahan with acid because they allegedly didn't wear veils.
  • Partially visible solar eclipse over north america today

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October 23, 2014: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on October 23, 2014:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $94.31
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $104.08
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $44.62
  • General Electric GE: opens at $25.42
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $162.12

Exchange Rates on October 23, 2014:

  • 1 USD = 108.3 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.1231 CAD
  • 1 USD = 0.9541 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.1195 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 136.94 JPY
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October 23, 2014: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 23rd is Scorpio.

Scorpio is the 8th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between October 23rd and November 21st belong to the Scorpio sign: discover Scorpio personality and who should a Scorpio 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 23, 2014: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 23, 2014 is Horse and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on October 23rd, 2014 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 23, 2014: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 23, 2014 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 23, 2014 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 23, 2014 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 1% full, rising at 06:52 am and setting at 06:40 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 08, 2014 while the next full moon would come on Nov 06, 2014.

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Who was born on October 23, 2014?


Whose famous birthday is on October 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 23rd:

  • Emilia Clarke
    Emilia Clarke

    Emilia clarke is a british actress best known for her role as daenerys targaryen in the television series game of thrones.

  • Ryan Reynolds
    Ryan Reynolds

    Canadian-american actor, most well-known for his role on the tv sitcom "two guys, a girl, and a pizza place.

  • Johnny Carson
    Johnny Carson

    American television personality, who was reportedly the host of the tonight show from october 1, 1962 to a salary of $100,000 per year.

  • Nancy Grace
    Nancy Grace

    Nancy grace is an american former prosecutor who gained fame as a legal commentator and television host, known for her outspoken and...

  • Amandla Stenberg
    Amandla Stenberg

    Amandla stenberg is a movie actress known for her roles in the hunger games and the hate u give.

  • Michael Crichton
    Michael Crichton

    American author, best-selling sci-fi thriller writer.

  • Dwight Yoakam
    Dwight Yoakam

    American country western singer, recording artist and actor 6 feet tall.

  • Diana Dors
    Diana Dors

    British actress, with a large breast and who was often a good-time girl.

  • Sam Raimi
    Sam Raimi

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

  • Jennie Lee
    Jennie Lee

    American exotic dancer and stripper, known for being "the biggest in town.

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October 23, 2014: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 9 years 5 months old,

or 113 months and 24 days old,

or 494 weeks and 5 days old,

or 3463 days old,

if you were born on October 23, 2014.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 23, 2014?

There are 190 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 23rd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 23, 2014?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on October 23, 2014.

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October 23, 2014: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 23, 2014:

  • Tullio Regge

    Italian author and physicist.

  • Koichi Kawakita

    Renowned astronomer who discovered numerous comets.

  • Joan Quigley

    American astrologer, whose fascination with astrology started at age 15.

  • John Bramlett

    American football player (b. 1941).

  • Alvin Stardust

    English singer and actor (d. 2014).

  • Ghulam Azam

    Bangladeshi politician (b. 1922).

  • Bernard Mayes

    English-american academic and journalist (d. 2014).

  • Davide Rota
  • Raleigh Trevelyan
  • Lorenzo Valditara

What famous deaths happened on October 23rd?

Famous deaths on October 23rd:

  • Lino Ventura
    Lino Ventura

    Actor (french detective slap, jigsaw), dies at 67.

  • Oskar Werner
    Oskar Werner

    A renowned Austrian actor known for his roles in films like 'Jules and Jim'.

  • Linden Travers
    Linden Travers

    British actress known for her roles in classic films.

  • Lou Jacobi
    Lou Jacobi

    Toronto, ontario -- comedian (dean martin show, melba).

  • Robert Lansing
    Robert Lansing

    Actor (blade runner and equalizer) dies from cancer at 66.

  • Susan Peters
    Susan Peters

    Spokane, washington -- actress.

  • Khrystian Dior

    Renowned fashion designer known for founding the fashion house of Dior.

  • Paullette Bourgeois

    Paullette Bourgeois was a Canadian children's author best known for her 'Franklin the Turtle' book series.

  • Théophile Gautier

    A prominent figure in French Romanticism, known for his poetry and novels.

  • Mayling Soong

    Chinese political figure and First Lady of the Republic of China.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 23rd

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October 23, 2014: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 23, 2014:

  • Chemistry: Mole Day
  • Astrology: First day of sun sign Scorpio in Western tropical astrology.
  • Hungary - National Day (revolution of 1956 and the proclamation of the Republic of Hungary in 1989)
  • Also see October 23 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • R.C. Saints - Saint Giovanni da Capistrano; Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius
  • French Republican Calendar - CTleri (Celery) Day, second day in the Month of Brumaire
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October 23, 2014: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 23, 2014 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 20th and October 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 23, 2014: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 23, 2014 was All About That Bass by Meghan Trainor, according to the music chart for the week October 20th and October 26th.

October 23, 2014: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 23, 2014 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 20th and October 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - All About That Bass
  2. - Shake It Off
  3. - Black Widow
  4. - Habits (Stay High)
  5. - Bang Bang

October 23, 2014: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 23, 2014 was Black Widow by Iggy Azalea Featuring Rita Ora, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 20th and October 26th.

October 23, 2014: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 23, 2014 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 20th and October 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Black Widow
  2. - Don't Tell 'Em
  3. - Anaconda
  4. - Hot Boy
  5. - Lifestyle

October 23, 2014: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on October 23, 2014 was Bailando by Enrique Iglesias Featuring Descemer Bueno & Gente de Zona, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 20th and October 26th.

October 23, 2014: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on October 23, 2014 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 20th and October 26th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Bailando
  2. - Eres Mia
  3. - Propuesta Indecente
  4. - No Me Pidas Perdon
  5. - Travesuras

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October 23, 2014: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 23, 2014 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels

Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Guy Ritchie

Starring: Jason Flemyng, Dexter Fletcher, Nick Moran, Jason Statham

Country: United States of America

Nebraska

Nebraska

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Alexander Payne

Starring: Bruce Dern, Will Forte, June Squibb, Bob Odenkirk

Country: United States of America

Fruitvale Station

Fruitvale Station

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Ryan Coogler

Starring: Michael B. Jordan, Melonie Diaz, Octavia Spencer, Kevin Durand

Country: United States of America

Lone Survivor

Lone Survivor

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Peter Berg

Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Taylor Kitsch, Emile Hirsch, Ben Foster

Country: United States of America

A Most Violent Year

A Most Violent Year

Release year: 2014

Directed by: J.C. Chandor

Starring: Oscar Isaac, Jessica Chastain, David Oyelowo, Alessandro Nivola

Country: United States of America

October 23, 2014: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 23, 2014 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

The Affair

The Affair

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Mike Figgis

The Equalizer

The Equalizer

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Antoine Fuqua

Blockbustaz

Blockbustaz

Release year: 2014

Intruders

Intruders

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Adam Schindler

On the Spot

On the Spot

Release year: 2014

Written by:

Starring: Jon Risinger, Aaron Marquis

Country: United States of America

October 23, 2014: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 23, 2014 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Not That Kind Of Girl by Lena Dunham

Not That Kind Of Girl

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * Two new essays included! NAMED ONE OFF THE TEN BEST BOOKS IN THE YEAR BY MICHIKO KAKUTANI. THE NEW YORK TIMES

Paris Match by Stuart Woods

Paris Match

By:

Stone Barrington is found in a dark corner in the City of Light, in this international thriller from Stuart Woods's #1 New York Times bestseller series.

Mr. Miracle by Debbie Macomber

Mr. Miracle

By:

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * Features a new story from Christina SkyeBeloved author Debbie Macomber celebrates Christmas in this heartwarming novel of romance and hope that is filled with the comforts of home. It will be available soon on Hallmark …

The Best of Me by Nicholas Sparks

The Best of Me

By:

"Everyone believed that infinite love was possible. It was something she believed in when she was 18 years old. "High school students Amanda Collier (high school) and Dawson Cole (high school) fell in love, deeply and irrevocably, in the spring …

Stop The Coming Civil War by Michael Savage

Stop The Coming Civil War

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Michael Savage, best-selling author and conservative talk-show host has much to say about the current state of the nation in STOP THE COMEING CIVIL WAR.

October 23, 2014: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on October 23, 2014 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Blackguards

Blackguards

Platform: Microsoft Windows, OS X, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Genre: Turn-based tactics, tactical role-playing

Publisher: Daedalic Entertainment Kalypso Media (PS4, X1)

Adventure Time: The Secret of the Nameless Kingdom

Adventure Time: The Secret of the Nameless Kingdom

Platform: Microsoft Windows PlayStation 3 PlayStation Vita Xbox 360 Nintendo 3DS

Genre: Action-adventure Role-playing

Publisher: Little Orbit

Annoying Orange: Splatter Up

Annoying Orange: Splatter Up

Platform: iOS Android

Publisher: Bottle Rocket Apps

Dragon Ball Battle of Z

Dragon Ball Battle of Z

Platform: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PlayStation Vita

Genre: Fighting, role-playing

Publisher: Bandai Namco Games

Mario Golf: World Tour

Mario Golf: World Tour

Platform: Nintendo 3DS

Genre: Sports

Publisher: Nintendo

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Who was the US President on October 23, 2014?

On October 23, 2014 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 23, 2014?

On October 23, 2014 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on October 23, 2014?

On October 23, 2014 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about October 23rd?

October 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd 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 23rd, such as:

  • 2018 - Ancient black sea shipwrecks: a team of scientists who work in the black sea reported on the discovery of a classical greek trade ship that was built around 400 bc. it is the oldest intact shipwreck.
  • 2017 - Battle of marawi: after 5 months of fighting, the philippines armed forces announces an end of military operations in marawi's southern region.
  • 2016 - Yemeni civil war (2015-present). saudi arabian-led air strikes on yemeni capital sana'a continue after a cease-fire.

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What happened in 2014?

2014 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Six people were killed when six Indonesian police officers opened fire on suspected militants in Jakarta.
  • Spillover from the Syrian Civil War in Lebanon: Sources confirm that Majid bin Mohammad al-Majid has been captured by Lebanon. He is the leader of the al-Qaeda-linked Abdullah Azzam Brigades, responsible for the recent bombing attack on the Iranian Embassy in Beirut, Lebanon.
  • Somali Civil War (2009-present), 11 people killed in bomb attack outside a Somali hotel in Mogadishu. (Standard Media),

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What was the calendar for October 2014?

October 2014 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.

Discover how October 2014 calendar looked like.

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