Saturday October 24, 2015: on this day

October 24, 2015 was the 297th day of the year 2015, under the sign of Scorpio and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is October 24, 2015 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 24, 2015, who was born and died on October 24, 2015, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 24, 2015, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Hills by The Weeknd), movies (e.g. Peeping Tom, directed by Michael Powell), TV series (e.g. It Had To Be You) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 24th, 2015 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 24, 2015?


October 24, 2015 was a Saturday and it was the 297th day of the year 2015 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 24, 2015 can also be written as 10/24/2015 in the US and as 24/10/2015 in UK and Europe.

October 24, 2015 in October 2015 calendar

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October 24, 2015: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 24, 2015:

  • At least one person is killed and dozens are injured in a series of bomb explosions in dhaka, bangladesh. dhaka police dismissed claims of isis responsibility and told afp that they have not yet found any connection to any militant group.
  • An explosion that targeted an armored police vehicle in al-arish, northern sinai, killed a first lieutenant as well as two soldiers.
  • Two motorcycle-riding suspected militants shot and killed mostafa abdulrahman, ultraconservative salafi al-nour party secretary and al-arish parliamentary candidate. arish residents claim militants threatened candidates and accused them of cooperating to the government. al-nour, the most prominent islamist party, has emerged unscathed from the military's 2013 crackdown against islamists.
  • Conflict between israelis and palestinians (2015): violence persists while negotiations continue to seek a peaceful solution. after he attempted to stab an israeli security officer at a west bank border crossing, a 16-year-old palestinian was shot and killed. last week, a 25-year-old palestinian protester was killed in an israeli gunshot during a clash at the border near khan yunis.
  • Syrian civil war: al-nusra front's leader abu suleiman al-masri (al-qaeda branch in syria) was reportedly killed during clashes between the syrian army and the aleppo province.
  • Abu suleiman al-masri, leader of al-nusra front (al-qaeda’s branch in syria), was reportedly killed during clashes between the syrian army and the aleppo province.
  • Saudi arabian-led intervention yemen: at least 40 people including fishermen were reportedly killed in saudi-led coalition airstrikes against two islands off yemen’s red sea coast. local fishermen reported that warships and coalition aircraft struck the aqban islands and kadman islands, killing houthi fighters.
  • According to reports, at least 40 people were killed in airstrikes by the saudi-led coalition on two islands off yemen’s red sea coast. local fishermen reported that warships and aircraft from the coalition struck the aqban islands and kadman islands, killing houthi fighters.
  • Actress maureen o'hara, a leading actress, has died in her sleep at home in boise, idaho. her family released the following statement: "she died peacefully, surrounded by her loving relatives as she celebrated her life listening music from her favorite movie the quiet man."
  • Nearly 300 landmarks across 60 countries were lit up with blue, the official color of united nations, to mark the 70th anniversary. these included the pyramids of egypt, the eiffel tower and paris, as well as the empire state building in new york.
  • Pope francis convened a three-week synod about the family at the vatican. it concluded with traditional catholic orientations to marriage and the family unchanged.
  • Union pacific's freight train derails in flood-prone north texas near corsicana. the tracks were washed away. two crewmen from union pacific jumped to safety.
  • The category 5 hurricane patricia that struck the mexican coast in may caused remarkably little damage. it moved quickly inland over western mexico's mountains and is now a tropical storm (35 mph/55 kmph). the storm is now centered northeastern of zacatecas in mexico and moving northeast at 24mph/39kph. although there are no reports of any casualties or widespread damage, authorities warn that deadly flooding and mudslides are still possible.
  • 2015 oklahoma state university homecoming parade crash: a driver was arrested for driving under the influence (dui) and drove into the oklahoma state homecoming parade, stillwater, oklahoma. the crash killed four people, injures 34 others, with eight of them in critical condition. as per schedule, the homecoming game against kansas was held at 2:30 p.m. ct.
  • On suspicion of driving under influence (dui), a driver crashes into the oklahoma state homecoming parade at stillwater, oklahoma. the crash kills four people, injures 34 others, and leaves eight others in critical condition. as per schedule, the homecoming game against kansas was held at 2:30 p.m. ct.
  • Costa rica's restive turrialba volcano erupts.
  • Conflict between israel and palestine (2015): israel, jordan agree to take measures to end violence at jerusalem's al-aqsa mosque. this includes monitoring the new security cameras around the clock. jordan's historical role as the formal custodian for what is known by jews as haram al-sharif and muslims as temple mount to israel is reaffirmed. yesterday, israeli authorities lifted restrictions banning men under 40 years old from praying at al-aqsa.
  • Jordan and israel agree to take measures to stop violence at jerusalem's al-aqsa mosque. this includes monitoring new security cameras around the clock. jordan affirms its historic role of formal custodian for what is known by jews as the temple mount, and haram al-sharif to muslims. yesterday, israeli authorities lifted restrictions banning men under 40 years old from praying at al-aqsa.
  • 2015 montenegro anti-government protest: thousands clash with police in montenegro’s capital podgorica demanding that prime minister milo dukanovic resign immediately. dukanovic refused to resign, accusing the opposition of trying stop the country's nato membership. he also claimed that he believes russia is behind the unrest.
  • Thousands of protestors clash with police in montenegro’s capital podgorica demanding that prime minister milo dukanovic resign immediately. dukanovic refused to resign, and he has accused the opposition for trying to stop montenegro's nato membership. he claims he believes russia is behind the unrest.
  • Ahmed adeeb is the vice president of maldives. he was arrested for allegedly being involved in an explosion that occurred on the boat of abdulla yameen, president of maldives.
  • South carolina law enforcement discovered a cache of more than 7,000 firearms stolen from the state.
  • Louisiana gubernatorial elections, 2015. louisiana voters go to the polls in order to elect their next governor. the winner will succeed bobby jindal who is currently in his final term and is running for the republican nomination in 2016.
  • A driver crashes into the oklahoma state homecoming parade, killing four people and injuring 34.

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October 24, 2015: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on October 24, 2015:

  • 1 USD = 1.3843 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.3161 CAD
  • 1 USD = 16.5775 MXN
  • 1 EUR = 0.7195 GBP
  • 1 EUR = 1.5255 AUD

October 24, 2015: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

  • Carpi - Bologna : 1 - 2
  • Empoli - Genoa : 2 - 0
  • Palermo - Inter : 1 - 1

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Gent - Oostende : 2 - 2
  • Mechelen - Waregem : 3 - 4
  • Oud-Heverlee Leuven - Waasland-Beveren : 0 - 2
  • Westerlo - Lokeren : 1 - 2

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Bayern Munich - FC Koln : 4 - 0
  • Darmstadt - Wolfsburg : 0 - 1
  • Hannover - Ein Frankfurt : 1 - 2
  • Ingolstadt - Hertha : 0 - 1
  • Leverkusen - Stuttgart : 4 - 3

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Duisburg - Nurnberg : 0 - 0
  • Karlsruhe - Kaiserslautern : 2 - 0
  • Union Berlin - Paderborn : 0 - 2
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October 24, 2015: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 24th 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 24, 2015: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 24, 2015 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.

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October 24, 2015: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

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The moon phase on October 24, 2015 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 24, 2015 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 24, 2015 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 93% full, rising at 04:27 pm and setting at 04:49 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 28, 2015 while the next full moon would come on Oct 27, 2015.

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Who was born on October 24, 2015?


Famous people born on October 24, 2015:

  • Finley Lanning

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Whose famous birthday is on October 24th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 24th:

  • Kevin Kline
    Kevin Kline

    American actor and director.

  • Gilbert Bécaud
    Gilbert Bécaud

    He was a french singer-songwriter who wrote french songs like "what now my love?" "je t'appartiens", which was renamed by the everly...

  • Jean-Claude Pascal
    Jean-Claude Pascal

    French actor (golden salamander), dies at 64.

  • Martin Campbell
    Martin Campbell

    New zealand producer and director.

  • Mallika Sherawat
    Mallika Sherawat

    Mallika sherawat is an indian actress known for her work in bollywood films and for her bold and outspoken personality.

  • Tim Pocock
    Tim Pocock

    Tim pocock is an australian tv actor known for his role as a young scott summers in the film x-men origins: wolverine.

  • Gilda Gray
    Gilda Gray

    Polish-american actress, singer, and dancer (d. 1959).

  • Sammy Petrillo
    Sammy Petrillo

    American actor (d. 2009).

  • Natalie Anderson
    Natalie Anderson

    Tv actress.

  • Lincoln Lewis
    Lincoln Lewis

    Soap opera actor.

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October 24, 2015: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 8 years 5 months old,

or 101 months and 5 days old,

or 439 weeks and 6 days old,

or 3079 days old,

if you were born on October 24, 2015.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 24, 2015?

There are 209 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday October 24th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 24, 2015?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on October 24, 2015.

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October 24, 2015: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 24, 2015:

  • Maureen O'Hara
    Maureen O'Hara

    An irish-american actress, who was especially popular in american films of the 1940s and 1950s.

  • Ján Chryzostom Korec

    Slovak cardinal (d. 2015).

  • Margarita Khemlin

    Ukrainian-russian author and critic (b. 1960).

  • Michael Beetham

    English pilot and commander (d. 2015).

  • Alvin Bronstein

    American lawyer and academic (b. 1928).

  • Sergio Santelli
  • Antonio Stagnoli
  • Giancarlo Stiz
  • Salvatore Pellegrino
  • Maureen O'Hara (Maureen FitzSimons
  • Carlos Bousoño

What famous deaths happened on October 24th?

Famous deaths on October 24th:

  • Raul Julia
    Raul Julia

    Raul Julia was a Puerto Rican actor known for his roles in films like 'The Addams Family' and 'Kiss of the Spider Woman.

  • Anita Björk
    Anita Björk

    Swedish actress (b. 1923).

  • Robert Guillaume
    Robert Guillaume

    American television and musical stage actor.

  • Marcia Strassman
    Marcia Strassman

    American singer and actress (d. 2014).

  • Leslie Jordan
    Leslie Jordan

    American actor, comedian, writer and singer (d. 2022).

  • Peggy Moran
    Peggy Moran

    American singer and actress (d. 2002).

  • Claire Windsor
    Claire Windsor

    American actress (born 1897).

  • Ana Bertha Lepe
    Ana Bertha Lepe

    Mexican model and actress (b. 1934).

  • John McCarthy

    Considered the father of artificial intelligence, he invented the Lisp programming language.

  • Mccauley

    Known for refusing to give up her seat on a segregated bus in Montgomery, Alabama, sparking the Montgomery Bus Boycott.

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October 24, 2015: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 24, 2015:

  • Also see October 24 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • In The Fellowship of the Ring, by J.R.R. Tolkien, the date is mentioned to Frodo Baggins by Gandalf upon his waking in Rivendell.
  • Discordianism - Maladay
  • Zambia - Independence Day (1964)
  • R.C. Saints - optional memorial of Antonio Maria Claret
  • United Nations Day (charter 1945)

Observances on October 24, 2015:

  • Global Media and Information Literacy Week, 24-31 October
  • United Nations Day
  • World Development Information Day
  • Disarmament Week, 24-30 October
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October 24, 2015: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 24, 2015 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 19th and October 25th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 24, 2015: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 24, 2015 was The Hills by The Weeknd, according to the music chart for the week October 19th and October 25th.

October 24, 2015: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 24, 2015 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 19th and October 25th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Hills
  2. - Hotline Bling
  3. - What Do You Mean?
  4. - Watch Me
  5. - 679

October 24, 2015: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 24, 2015 was The Hills by The Weeknd, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 19th and October 25th.

October 24, 2015: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 24, 2015 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 19th and October 25th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - The Hills
  2. - Hotline Bling
  3. - Watch Me
  4. - 679
  5. - Can't Feel My Face

October 24, 2015: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on October 24, 2015 was Ginza by J Balvin, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 19th and October 25th.

October 24, 2015: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on October 24, 2015 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 19th and October 25th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Ginza
  2. - El Perdon
  3. - Propuesta Indecente
  4. - Sunset
  5. - La Gozadera

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October 24, 2015: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 24, 2015 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Peeping Tom

Peeping Tom

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Michael Powell

Starring: Karlheinz Böhm, Anna Massey, Moira Shearer, Maxine Audley

Country: United States of America

Inherent Vice

Inherent Vice

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Paul Thomas Anderson

Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Josh Brolin, Owen Wilson, Katherine Waterston

Country: United States of America

The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2

The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Francis Lawrence

Starring: Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, Woody Harrelson

Country: United States of America

Blackhat

Blackhat

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Michael Mann

Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Viola Davis, Wei Tang, Leehom Wang

Country: United States of America

Left Behind

Left Behind

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Vic Armstrong

Starring: Nicolas Cage, Lea Thompson, Cassi Thomson, Chad Michael Murray

Country: United States of America

October 24, 2015: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 24, 2015 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

It Had to Be You

It Had to Be You

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Sasha Gordon

The Principal

The Principal

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Jody Hill

Celia

Celia

Release year: 2015

Directed by: Ann Turner

Dix pour cent

Dix pour cent

Release year: 2015

Country: France

Master of None

Master of None

Release year: 2015

Country: United States of America

October 24, 2015: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 24, 2015 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

After You by Jojo Moyes

After You

By:

Jojo's latest book, Still Me, featuring Louisa Clark, Me Before You and After You is coming soon! "We

The Survivor by Vince Flynn

The Survivor

By:

The #1 New York Times Bestseller, The Survivor continues where The Last Man left off. It is a race against time to save America...and Mitch Rapp’s greatest battle.

Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard by Rick Riordan

Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard

By:

Magnus Chase is an once-homeless teenager who now lives in the Hotel Valhalla. He is also one of Odin’s chosen warriors. Magnus, who is the son Frey, the god fertility, summer and health, doesn't have a natural tendency to fight.

Killing Reagan by Bill O'Reilly, Martin Dugard

Killing Reagan

By:

Killing Reagan is the bestseller by Martin Dugard and Bill O'Reilly. It's a riveting account of President Ronald Reagan's rise to power and the evil conspiracies that brought him down.

The Murder House by James Patterson, David Ellis

The Murder House

By:

No. 7 Ocean Drive, a beautiful, multi-million dollar beachfront estate in Hamptons is where money and privilege have no bounds.

October 24, 2015: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on October 24, 2015 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Jolly Jam

Jolly Jam

Platform: iOS, Android, Facebook

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: Rovio Stars

Disney Magical World 2

Disney Magical World 2

Platform: Nintendo 3DS

Genre: Life simulation

Publisher: JP Namco; NA Namco

Block N Load

Block N Load

Platform: Windows

Genre: Action, strategy, first-person shooter, sandbox

Publisher: Jagex Games Studio

Empires & Allies

Empires & Allies

Platform: Android and iOS

Genre: Simulation, RPG

Publisher: Zynga

IA/VT Colorful

IA/VT Colorful

Platform: PlayStation Vita

Genre: Rhythm game

Publisher: Marvelous AQL

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Who was the US President on October 24, 2015?

On October 24, 2015 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 24, 2015?

On October 24, 2015 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on October 24, 2015?

On October 24, 2015 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about October 24th?

October 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th 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 24th, such as:

  • 2018 - 2018 sulawesi tsunami and earthquake: officials lower the death toll from the tsunami and earthquake of september 28, 2018, to 2,256, 10,679, and 1,075 respectively.
  • 2017 - Germany's terror: german police raid suspected islamist militants to find weapons and ammunition.
  • 2016 - Iraqi civil war (2014-2017: isil recaptures ar-rutbah in western iraq, where it had previously withdrawn from in may.

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What happened in 2015?

2015 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Terrorism is in Yemen: The death count from the suicide bombing at Ibb (Yemen) on December 31 rose to 49, with the injury count climbing to 70.
  • The suicide bombing attack in Ibb (Yemen), that took place on December 31 has resulted in 49 deaths and 70 injuries.
  • One person is killed and six are injured in a shooting in Killarney in Calgary, Canada. Police have not made any arrests.

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What was the calendar for October 2015?

October 2015 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 2015 calendar looked like.

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