Thursday April 27, 2017: on this day

April 27, 2017 was the 117th day of the year 2017, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is April 27, 2017 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on April 27, 2017, who was born and died on April 27, 2017, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 27, 2017, which were the most popular songs (ex. Shape Of You by Ed Sheeran), movies (e.g. The Lost City of Z, directed by James Gray), TV series (e.g. Dear White People) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 27th, 2017 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was April 27, 2017?


April 27, 2017 was a Thursday and it was the 117th day of the year 2017 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 27, 2017 can also be written as 4/27/2017 in the US and as 27/4/2017 in UK and Europe.

April 27, 2017 in April 2017 calendar

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April 27, 2017: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 27, 2017:

  • Syrian civil war: the syrian observatory for human rights reported a large explosion close to damascus international airport, followed by a fire. according to the syrian government, israel attacked the military base with multiple missiles. yisrael katz, israeli intelligence minister, stated that the strike was in complete agreement with israel's policies. (bbc) (wires via sydney morning herald: israeli air defense command shot down a syrian air force drone with a mim-104 patriot missile.
  • According to the syrian observatory for human rights, there was a large explosion close to damascus international airport. then came a fire. according to the syrian government, israel attacked the military base with multiple missiles. yisrael katz, israeli intelligence minister, stated that the strike was in complete accordance with israel's policies.
  • A mim-104 patriot missile from the israeli air defense command was used to shoot down a syrian air force drone.
  • War in afghanistan (2001-present: two u.s. military personnel are killed and another is injured in a raid against isil militants at nangarhar province, afghanistan.
  • One of the fatwas issued by a congress of female islamic clergy in cirebon (indonesia) was against child marriage.
  • Donald trump, the us president, announces that he will renegotiate north american free trade agreement. this softens earlier claims that trump would end the trade bloc.
  • After colliding with a togo flagged freighter, a russian navy spy ship crashes off the coast turkey's coast. according to turkish officials, all 78 crew members were evacuated safely.
  • Relations between south korea and the united states: a south korean advisor says that it would be impossible for south korea purchase the thaad missile system because the united states would retain control. these remarks were made after donald trump, the united states president, suggested that south korea would pay $1 billion for the system.
  • An adviser to south korea says that it would be impossible for south korea not to buy the thaad missile system, as the united states would still have control. these remarks were made after donald trump, the united states president, suggested that south korea purchase the $1 billion system.
  • Terrorism in britain: a 27-year old man was arrested near parliament square in london carrying several knives and a backpack.
  • At parliament square, london, a 27-year old man was found carrying several knives in his backpack. he was near the scene of the westminster attack last month.
  • Kenneth williams was executed by midazolam injection at the cummins unit in arkansas. this marks the fourth execution of the state within eight days.
  • The extraordinary african chambers tribunal, dakar, senegal, has upheld the conviction of hissene habre, former chadian president, for crimes against humanity but acquits him from rape.
  • 2017 storming of the macedonian parlament: protesters storm the macedonian parliament in protest against the election of talatxhaferi (an ethnic albanian) as the speaker of the assembly.
  • The bundestag approves that members of the german civil servant should not wear burqas.
  • The 2017 nfl draft saw the cleveland browns pick myles garrett, texas a&m's defensive end, as their first selection.

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April 27, 2017: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on April 27, 2017:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $81.07
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $143.92
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $68.15
  • General Electric GE: opens at $29.29
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $160.29

Exchange Rates on April 27, 2017:

  • 1 USD = 0.9194 EUR
  • 1 USD = 111.258 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.7751 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.3388 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.3639 CAD

April 27, 2017: What were the main match results that day?

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • Alaves - Eibar : 0 - 0
  • Ath Bilbao - Betis : 2 - 1
  • Sevilla - Celta : 2 - 1

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • Man City - Man United : 0 - 0
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April 27, 2017: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 27th is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.

Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 27, 2017: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 27, 2017 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on April 27th, 2017 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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April 27, 2017: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 27, 2017 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 27, 2017 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 April 27, 2017 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 10% full, rising at 07:06 am and setting at 10:29 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 11, 2017 while the next full moon would come on May 10, 2017.

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Who was born on April 27, 2017?


Whose famous birthday is on April 27th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 27th:

  • Casey Kasem
    Casey Kasem

    American "musical countdown king radio disk jockey" who created and hosted "america's top 40" from 1988 to 1988.

  • Arielle Dombasle
    Arielle Dombasle

    American-born french singer and actress (archeologist father).

  • Anouk Aimée
    Anouk Aimée

    French actress, who made her film debut in 1947.

  • Jack Klugman
    Jack Klugman

    Jack klugman was an american tv actor known for his roles in 'the odd couple' and 'quincy, m.e.

  • Sheena Easton
    Sheena Easton

    A scottish/american singer and entertainer was selected to appear on a bbc-tv program about making a pop star.

  • Ludmila Mikaël
    Ludmila Mikaël

    French stage and film actress, born to painter pierre dmitrienko, she was a member of the 'coma(c)die-franassaise".

  • Eric Schmidt
    Eric Schmidt

    American businessman and engineer.

  • William Moseley
    William Moseley

    William moseley is a british actor best known for his role as peter pevensie in the chronicles of narnia film series.

  • Sandy Dennis
    Sandy Dennis

    American actress.

  • Erik Thomson
    Erik Thomson

    An australian actor of scottish descent, he is best known for his roles as hades in "hercules: the legendary journeys", dr.

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April 27, 2017: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 6 years 11 months old,

or 83 months and 30 days old,

or 365 weeks and 1 day old,

or 2556 days old,

if you were born on April 27, 2017.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 27, 2017?

There are 1 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday April 27th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 27, 2017?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on April 27, 2017.

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April 27, 2017: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 27, 2017:

  • Vinod Khanna
    Vinod Khanna

    Indian film actor and producer known for his work in Bollywood films.

  • Vito Acconci

    Experimental poet and performance artist.

  • Sadanoyama Shinmatsu

    The 50th yokozuna, japanese sumo wrestling champion.

  • Eduard Brunner
  • Lucio Toth
  • Charles Eugster

What famous deaths happened on April 27th?

Famous deaths on April 27th:

  • Jerry Springer
    Jerry Springer

    The jerry springer show, a british-american talk show host, is a controversial, violent and confrontational television program.

  • Katherine DeMille
    Katherine DeMille

    Canadian-american actress (b. 1911).

  • Wake Emerson

    Wake Emerson was a prominent American poet and essayist known for his transcendentalist philosophy.

  • Kenston Emerson

    Kenston Emerson was a prominent American essayist, philosopher, and poet who played a significant role in the Transcendentalist movement.

  • Jarrius Emerson

    Jarrius Emerson was a prominent American essayist and philosopher known for his contributions to the Transcendentalist movement.

  • Ezeriah Emerson

    Ezeriah Emerson was a prominent essayist and philosopher who influenced the Transcendentalist movement in American literature.

  • Greycen Emerson

    Greycen Emerson was a prominent American essayist, philosopher, and poet who was a leading figure in the Transcendentalist movement.

  • Edward R. Murrow

    Edward R. Murrow was an American broadcast journalist and war correspondent who was a major figure in American journalism during the...

  • Tilley Emerson

    Tilley Emerson was an American essayist and philosopher who was a leading figure in the Transcendentalist movement.

  • Lamoyne Emerson

    Lamoyne Emerson was a prominent American poet and philosopher during the Transcendentalist movement.

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April 27, 2017: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 27, 2017:

  • Rochester, NY: Al Franken Day.
  • Catalonia: Montserrat's Day (see Montserrat).
  • South Africa: Freedom day.
  • Slovenia: Day of Uprising Against Occupation.

Saints celebrated on April 27, 2017:

  • Saint Liberalis
  • Saint Mariana
  • Saint Floribert
  • Saint Zita Lombardo
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April 27, 2017: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 27, 2017 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 24th and April 30th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


April 27, 2017: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 27, 2017 was Shape Of You by Ed Sheeran, according to the music chart for the week April 24th and April 30th.

April 27, 2017: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on April 27, 2017 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 24th and April 30th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Shape Of You
  2. - That's What I Like
  3. - Humble.
  4. - Sign Of The Times
  5. - Something Just Like This

April 27, 2017: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 27, 2017 was That's What I Like by Bruno Mars, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 24th and April 30th.

April 27, 2017: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on April 27, 2017 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 24th and April 30th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - That's What I Like
  2. - Humble.
  3. - iSpy
  4. - Mask Off
  5. - XO TOUR Llif3

April 27, 2017: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on April 27, 2017 was Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber, according to the Latin music chart for the week April 24th and April 30th.

April 27, 2017: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on April 27, 2017 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week April 24th and April 30th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Despacito
  2. - Subeme La Radio
  3. - Chantaje
  4. - Adios Amor
  5. - El Amante

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April 27, 2017: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 27, 2017 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Lost City of Z

The Lost City of Z

Release year: 2017

Directed by: James Gray

Starring: Charlie Hunnam, Robert Pattinson, Sienna Miller, Tom Holland

Country: United States of America

Alien: Covenant

Alien: Covenant

Release year: 2017

Written by:

Directed by: Ridley Scott

Starring: Michael Fassbender, Katherine Waterston, Billy Crudup, Danny McBride

Country: United States of America

The Devil's Candy

The Devil's Candy

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Sean Byrne

Starring: Ethan Embry, Shiri Appleby, Pruitt Taylor Vince, Kiara Glasco

Country: United States of America

A Cure for Wellness

A Cure for Wellness

Release year: 2017

Written by:

Directed by: Gore Verbinski

Starring: Dane DeHaan, Jason Isaacs, Mia Goth, Ivo Nandi

Country: United States of America

USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage

USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Mario Van Peebles

Starring: Nicolas Cage, Tom Sizemore, Thomas Jane, Matt Lanter

Country: United States of America

April 27, 2017: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 27, 2017 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Dear White People

Dear White People

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Justin Simien

The Circle

The Circle

Release year: 2017

Directed by: James Ponsoldt

Iron Fist

Iron Fist

Release year: 2017

Directed by: Carlo Rola

Gypsy

Gypsy

Release year: 2017

Starring: Gypsy Rose Lee, Iris Adrian

Country: United States of America

April 27, 2017: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on April 27, 2017 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Fast and Loose by Stuart Woods

Fast and Loose

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This explosive thriller by #1 New York Times-bestselling author Stuart Woods features Stone Barrington as a new foe.

Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher

Thirteen Reasons Why

By:

The #1 NEW YORK TIMES and INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER**Eerie, beautiful and devastating. NOW A NETFLIX ORIGINAL SERIAL**

Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann

Killers of the Flower Moon

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER – NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINIST - AMAZON EDITORS’ PICK FOR BEST BOOK OF 2017. "Disturbing, riveting...It'll sear your soul." --Dave

Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty

Big Little Lies

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Entertainment Weekly called the #1 New York Times Bestseller "a surefire hit." NOW AN EMMY-NOMINATED HOBO(r) LIMITED SERIES STARRING REESE Witherspon, NICOLE KIDMAN and SHAILENE WOODLEY. DIRECTOR OF WILD & DALLAS BUYERS CLUB: JEAN-MARC VALLEE AND WRITER DAVIDE.

The Fix by David Baldacci

The Fix

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The sensational #1 New York Times bestseller Memory Man first featured Amos Decker, David Baldacci's extraordinary detective who can forget everything. Decker is back in a new stunning novel.

April 27, 2017: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on April 27, 2017 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Real-time strategy

Publisher: Sega

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Who was the US President on April 27, 2017?

On April 27, 2017 the US President was Donald John Trump (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 27, 2017?

On April 27, 2017 the UK Prime Minister was Theresa May (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on April 27, 2017?

On April 27, 2017 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about April 27th?

April 27th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 27th day of the month of April. 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 April 27th, such as:

  • 2019 - Official video for taylor swift's song "me!" the official video for taylor swift's "me" premiered thursday night. it broke vevo's record of the largest debut with at least 56.9 million views in 24 hours.
  • 2018 - As protests enter their fifth week, the united nations high commissioner zeid ra'ad al hussein requests israel to stop using lethal force. israeli defence forces are openly firing again, even using live ammunition.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war: the syrian observatory for human rights reported a large explosion close to damascus international airport, followed by a fire. according to the syrian government, israel attacked the military base with multiple missiles. yisrael katz, israeli intelligence minister, stated that the strike was in complete agreement with israel's policies. (bbc) (wires via sydney morning herald: israeli air defense command shot down a syrian air force drone with a mim-104 patriot missile.

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What happened in 2017?

2017 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • 2017 Istanbul nightclub attack: On the European coast of Bosphorus, a gunman opened fire at a Istanbul nightclub, killing at most 39 people and injuring 69 more. (BBC), (AP via ABC News Australia),
  • At least 39 people were killed and 69 more injured when a gunman opened fire at a Istanbul nightclub. The incident occurred on the European coast. (BBC), (AP via ABC News Australia),
  • At least 7 people are killed and 17 more injured in a suicide car bomb blast and gunmen attack in Iraqi al-Qadisiya, west of Najaf. 29 people died yesterday in an explosion at a busy market near Baghdad, Iraq's capital. ISIS claims responsibility. (Reuters),

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What was the calendar for April 2017?

April 2017 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.

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