What happened on Saturday, August 26, 2006?

Here's what happened on August 26, 2006:

• 2006 Israel-Lebanon conflict ends The 2006 Israel-Lebanon conflict, which began on July 12, 2006, effectively ended on August 26, 2006, with a United Nations-brokered ceasefire. The conflict resulted in significant casualties and destruction, particularly in Lebanon, and raised concerns about regional stability. source: bbc.com
• Uganda-LRA peace truce signed On August 26, 2006, a peace truce was signed between the Ugandan government and the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) in Juba, South Sudan. This agreement aimed to end decades of conflict in northern Uganda, marking a significant step towards peace and reconciliation in the region. source: bbc.com
• Israel attacks Reuters vehicle in Gaza On August 26, 2006, an Israeli airstrike targeted a Reuters vehicle in Gaza, resulting in the deaths of two journalists. This incident raised international concerns regarding the safety of journalists in conflict zones and the conduct of military operations. source: reuters.com
• Death of Nawab Akbar Bugti in Pakistan In a significant military engagement near Dera Bugti, Baluchistan, Pakistani security forces killed rebel chieftain Nawab Akbar Bugti. The intense fighting resulted in at least 25 commandos and 30 insurgents losing their lives.
• Chad Expels International Oil Companies Chad's President Idriss Deby expelled Petronas and ChevronTexaco for tax non-compliance, signaling a significant moment in the country's resource management and international business relations.
• NASA Delays Space Shuttle Atlantis Launch NASA postponed the launch of Space Shuttle Atlantis (STS-115) by 24 hours after lightning struck the launch pad, demonstrating the agency's commitment to mission safety.
• Death of Rainer Barzel, German Politician Rainer Barzel, a prominent German politician who played a significant role in post-war West German politics, passed away at the age of 82.
• New Zealand Wins Tri Nations Rugby Series The New Zealand All Blacks retained the Tri Nations Rugby Series with a decisive 45-26 victory over South Africa in Pretoria, with Dan Carter's exceptional performance of 4 penalties and 4 conversions.
• Andover Inn Hotel Fire Evacuation A mysterious fire at the Andover Inn Hotel in Liverpool led to the emergency evacuation of 100 guests in the early morning hours, causing significant disruption and potential safety concerns.
• Viva Pinata TV Premiere 4Kids TV premiered the animated series Viva Pinata, based on the popular video game, marking an expansion of the franchise into television entertainment.

Events in 2006

August 26, 2006: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Aug. 26, 2006

August 26, 2006: What were the main match results that day?

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

• Bergen - Westerlo : 1 - 1
• Beveren - Mouscron : 3 - 1
• Cercle Brugge - Genk : 0 - 1
• Lierse - FC Brussels : 0 - 1
• Standard - Waregem : 1 - 1

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

• Bayern Munich - Nurnberg : 0 - 0
• Bochum - Cottbus : 0 - 1
• Hannover - Aachen : 0 - 3
• Leverkusen - Wolfsburg : 1 - 1
• M'gladbach - Bielefeld : 1 - 0

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

• Valencia - Betis : 2 - 1

La Liga Segunda Division - Football (Spain)

• Almeria - Tenerife : 0 - 1
• Las Palmas - Xerez : 0 - 1

August 26, 2006 was a Saturday and it was the 238th day of the year 2006 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 26, 2006 can also be written as 8/26/2006 in the US and as 26/8/2006 in UK and Europe.

August 26, 2006 in August 2006 calendar

Famous people died on August 26, 2006:

• Rainer Barzel

  German political leader of the CDU-CSU party who played a significant role in post-war German politics.

• William Garnett

  American landscape photographer (b. 1916).

• América Scarfò
• Marie-Dominique Philippe

Famous people who died in 2006

Famous people who died on August 26th

August 26, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 26, 2006 was London Bridge by Fergie, according to the music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.

1. Fergie - London Bridge
2. Gnarls Barkley - Crazy
3. Nelly Furtado - Promiscuous
4. Cassie - Me & U
5. The Pussycat Dolls - Buttons

August 26, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 26, 2006 was Hips Don't Lie by Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean, according to the music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.

1. Shakira featuring Wyclef Jean - Hips Don't Lie
2. Christina Aguilera - Ain't No Other Man
3. Rihanna - Unfaithful
4. Cascada - Everytime We Touch
5. James Morrison - You Give Me Something

August 26, 2006: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 26, 2006 was Shoulder Lean by Young Dro Featuring T.I., according to the music chart for the week August 21st and August 27th.

1. Young Dro Featuring T.I. - Shoulder Lean
2. Chingy Featuring Tyrese - Pullin' Me Back
3. Ne-Yo - Sexy Love
4. Beyonce Featuring Jay Z - Deja Vu
5. Sean Paul Featuring Keyshia Cole - (When You Gonna) Give It Up To Me

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 26th is Virgo.

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August 26, 2006: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 26, 2006 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 26, 2006 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 26, 2006 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 August 26, 2006 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 15% full, rising at 08:52 am and setting at 09:08 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 09, 2006 while the next full moon would come on Sep 07, 2006.

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Your place in the Universe on August 26, 2006

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Someone born on August 26, 2006 is:

19 years 10 months old,

or 238 months and 28 days old,

or 1038 weeks and 6 days old,

or 7272 days old,

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