What happened on Friday July 24, 2020?

About July 24th, 2020, in brief:

  • Historical events: In an escalation of diplomatic tensions, China ordered the closure of the United States Consulate in Chengdu as a retaliatory measure following the US closure of the Chinese consulate in Houston, Texas.
  • Day of the week: July 24th, 2020 was a Friday
  • Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waxing crescent
  • Popular movie: Dolittle directed by Stephen Gaghan

More about July 24th, 2020? See below for more news and curiosities on July 24th, 2020.

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July 24, 2020: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 24, 2020:

  • Diplomatic Tensions: China Closes US Consulate In an escalation of diplomatic tensions, China ordered the closure of the United States Consulate in Chengdu as a retaliatory measure following the US closure of the Chinese consulate in Houston, Texas.
  • Diplomatic Tensions: China Closes US Consulate In an escalation of diplomatic tensions, China ordered the closure of the United States Consulate in Chengdu as a retaliatory measure following the US closure of the Chinese consulate in Houston, Texas.
  • COVID-19 Pandemic Milestone in United States The United States reached a significant milestone in the COVID-19 pandemic, recording 4 million confirmed coronavirus cases, highlighting the severe impact of the pandemic on the country.
  • COVID-19 Pandemic Milestone in United States The United States reached a significant milestone in the COVID-19 pandemic, recording 4 million confirmed coronavirus cases, highlighting the severe impact of the pandemic on the country.
  • India's COVID-19 Case Surge India experienced another record-breaking day in the COVID-19 pandemic, reporting 49,310 new coronavirus cases within a 24-hour period, demonstrating the ongoing challenges in controlling the virus's spread.
  • India's COVID-19 Case Surge India experienced another record-breaking day in the COVID-19 pandemic, reporting 49,310 new coronavirus cases within a 24-hour period, demonstrating the ongoing challenges in controlling the virus's spread.
  • Spain Witnesses COVID-19 Case Spike Spain reported its highest daily increase in COVID-19 cases since the end of the national state of emergency, with 971 new infections, signaling potential challenges in pandemic management.
  • Spain Witnesses COVID-19 Case Spike Spain reported its highest daily increase in COVID-19 cases since the end of the national state of emergency, with 971 new infections, signaling potential challenges in pandemic management.
  • Rocket Attack in Baghdad Four Katyusha rockets targeted the Besmaya Range Complex in Baghdad, Iraq, where Spanish coalition troops were stationed. The attack resulted in material damage but fortunately no human casualties.
  • Rocket Attack in Baghdad Four Katyusha rockets targeted the Besmaya Range Complex in Baghdad, Iraq, where Spanish coalition troops were stationed. The attack resulted in material damage but fortunately no human casualties.
  • Christopher Columbus Statues Removed in Chicago As part of the ongoing George Floyd protests, two Christopher Columbus statues were removed from Chicago's Grant Park and Arrigo Park in the city's Little Italy, reflecting broader social justice movements.
  • Christopher Columbus Statues Removed in Chicago As part of the ongoing George Floyd protests, two Christopher Columbus statues were removed from Chicago's Grant Park and Arrigo Park in the city's Little Italy, reflecting broader social justice movements.
  • Death of TV Icon Regis Philbin Beloved television personality Regis Philbin passed away at the age of 88, marking the end of an era in American entertainment and broadcasting.
  • Death of TV Icon Regis Philbin Beloved television personality Regis Philbin passed away at the age of 88, marking the end of an era in American entertainment and broadcasting.

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July 24, 2020: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was July 24, 2020?


July 24, 2020 was a Friday and it was the 206th day of the year 2020 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 24, 2020 can also be written as 7/24/2020 in the US and as 24/7/2020 in UK and Europe.

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July 24, 2020: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on July 24, 2020:

  • Regis Philbin
    Regis Philbin

    Legendary American television host known for his long-running talk show with Kathie Lee and for hosting the popular game show 'Who Wants to...

  • Maurizio Calvesi
  • Amala Shankar
  • Roberto Draghetti
  • Benjamin Mkapa

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July 24, 2020: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 24th is Leo.

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Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.

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 24, 2020: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 24, 2020 is Rat and the associated element is Metal.

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July 24, 2020: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 24, 2020 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 24, 2020 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 24, 2020 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 23% full, rising at 10:01 am and setting at 11:08 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 05, 2020 while the next full moon would come on Aug 03, 2020.

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How old is someone born on July 24, 2020?


Someone born on July 24, 2020 is:

4 years 9 months old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 24, 2020?

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