Wednesday February 27, 2002: on this day

February 27, 2002 was the 58th day of the year 2002, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is February 27, 2002 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on February 27, 2002, who was born and died on February 27, 2002, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 27, 2002, which were the most popular songs (ex. Always On Time by Ja Rule), movies (e.g. Ice Age, directed by Chris Wedge, Carlos Saldanha), TV series (e.g. Rockface) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 27th, 2002 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 27, 2002?


February 27, 2002 was a Wednesday and it was the 58th day of the year 2002 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 27, 2002 can also be written as 2/27/2002 in the US and as 27/2/2002 in UK and Europe.

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February 27, 2002: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 27, 2002:

  • Ryanair flight 296 is set on fire at london stansted airport. investigations into the incident have revealed that ryanair was not responsible for its handling.
  • Godhra train set on fire: a muslim mob shoots down 59 hindu pilgrims who are returning from ayodhya.
  • All euro-using countries have ceased to use their ex-currencies as legal tender in the european union.
  • Gujarat communal riots start, with 97 people being killed or burned alive in the naroda patiya massacre and 69 in gulbarg society massacre at ahmedabad.
  • Operation anaconda, the u.s. invasion in afghanistan, begins in eastern afghanistan.
  • India continues violence in ahmedabad. 28 police officers are killed and 5 rioters are shot to death.
  • Envisat's environmental satellite, envisat, successfully reached orbit 800nbspkm above earth with an ariane 5 rocket on its 11th launch. it was carrying the largest payload at 8.500nbspkg.
  • 'sts109': space shuttle columbia flies the hubble space telescope service mission. this is its penultimate flight before the ill-fated sts-107 mission.
  • Six grammys for alicia keys.
  • Today marks the centennial of john steinbeck’s birth.
  • Ampquotwar on terrorism: the u.s. sends special operations forces into the former soviet republic of georgia to combat guerrilla fighters. russia protests.
  • At 83 years old, comedian spike milligan succumbs to liver disease.
  • A muslim mob set fire to a carriage of the sabarmati express carrying vishwa india parishad activists on their way back from ayodhya and then sets it ablaze. the train then continues on to vadodara where hindus beat and stab one another as they leave the train. police trying to disperse mobs later kill a 17-year-old boy in godhra
  • Ryanair flight 296 catches fire at london stansted airport causing minor injuries.
  • Godhra train burning: a muslim mob torches a train returning from ayodhya, killing 59 hindu pilgrims.[15]

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February 27, 2002: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on February 27, 2002:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $40.92
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $23.94
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $59.07
  • General Electric GE: opens at $39.25
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $98.10

Exchange Rates on February 27, 2002:

  • 1 USD = 134.26 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.6078 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.7047 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 116.2 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.6096 GBP

February 27, 2002: What were the main match results that day?

Division 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Man City - Sheffield Weds : 4 - 0

Division 2 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Stenhousemuir - Forfar : 1 - 1

Division 3 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Dumbarton - Brechin : 2 - 1
  • Stirling - Peterhead : 0 - 2

Ethniki Katigoria - Football (Greece)

  • Akratitos - Eth Asteras : 1 - 0
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February 27, 2002: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 27th is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 27, 2002: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 27, 2002 is Horse and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on February 27th, 2002 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 27, 2002: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 27, 2002 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 27, 2002 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 February 27, 2002 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 06:14 pm and setting at 07:37 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 28, 2002 while the next full moon would come on Mar 28, 2002.

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Who was born on February 27, 2002?


Famous people born on February 27, 2002:

  • Lucas Calegari
  • Johnny Davis
  • Helena Gualinga
  • Svea Irving
  • Brandon Miller
  • Kiara Quieti
  • Sofia Tomasoni
  • Martina Zanoli

Whose famous birthday is on February 27th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 27th:

  • Elizabeth Taylor
    Elizabeth Taylor

    British-american actress, born in london to american parents who now reside in britain.

  • Chelsea Clinton
    Chelsea Clinton

    American family, the only child and daughter of bill and hillary clinton.

  • Joanne Woodward
    Joanne Woodward

    American actress, who won the best actress oscar for march 1958's film "three faces of eve.

  • John Steinbeck
    John Steinbeck

    American writer who wrote best-selling novels and was made into movies.

  • Timothy Spall
    Timothy Spall

    Timothy spall is an english actor known for his roles in the harry potter film series and the historical drama mr.

  • Adam Baldwin
    Adam Baldwin

    Adam baldwin is an american tv actor known for his roles in popular tv shows such as firefly and chuck.

  • Kate Mara
    Kate Mara

    Kate mara is an american actress known for her roles in house of cards and fantastic four.

  • Derren Brown
    Derren Brown

    British psychological illusionist.

  • Ralph Nader
    Ralph Nader

    American consumer advocate and attorney who changed american perceptions about product viability.

  • Yolande Moreau
    Yolande Moreau

    Belgian actress and film director.

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February 27, 2002: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 22 years 1 month old,

or 265 months and 2 days old,

or 1152 weeks and 2 days old,

or 8066 days old,

if you were born on February 27, 2002.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old,

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 27, 2002?

There are 335 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday February 27th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 27, 2002?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on February 27, 2002.

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February 27, 2002: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 27, 2002:

  • Spike Milligan
    Spike Milligan

    British writer and director.

  • Georges Beaucourt

What famous deaths happened on February 27th?

Famous deaths on February 27th:

  • Lillian Gish
    Lillian Gish

    Pioneering American actress of the silent film era, known for her roles in classic films such as 'The Birth of a Nation' and 'Orphans of the...

  • Leonard Nimoy
    Leonard Nimoy

    American actor who was best known for his role as spock, the pointed-eared alien in "star trek," 1965-1967.

  • Dale Robertson
    Dale Robertson

    American actor and singer (d.2013).

  • Allison Hayes
    Allison Hayes

    Actress (attack on 50 foot woman), dead at 47.

  • Joan Greenwood
    Joan Greenwood

    London, england -- actress/director (amorous mr prawn).

  • J. Pat O'Malley
    J. Pat O'Malley

    English-american actor and singer (b. 1904).

  • John Boles
    John Boles

    Actor (stella dallas and curly top) dies at 73.

  • Williom Buckley Jr.

    American public intellectual, author, and conservative commentator who founded the political magazine National Review.

  • Josep Llimona

    Prominent Catalan sculptor known for his expressive works.

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February 27, 2002: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 27, 2002:

  • International Polar Bear Day.
  • First day of Maslenitsa in Russia (2006)
  • Dominican Republic - National Day.
  • Roman Empire - Equirria, horse races in honour of the pagan war god Mars were held.

Saints celebrated on February 27, 2002:

  • Saint Antigone
  • Saint Leander
  • Saint Honorine
  • Saint Gabriel of the Mother of Sorrows
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February 27, 2002: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 27, 2002 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 25th and March 3rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 27, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 27, 2002 was Always On Time by Ja Rule, according to the music chart for the week February 25th and March 3rd.

February 27, 2002: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 27, 2002 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 25th and March 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Always On Time
  2. - How You Remind Me youtube
  3. - Ain't It Funny
  4. - In The End
  5. - Hey Baby

February 27, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 27, 2002 was Hero by Enrique Iglesias, according to the music chart for the week February 25th and March 3rd.

February 27, 2002: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 27, 2002 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 25th and March 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Hero
  2. - Get The Party Started
  3. - Caught In The Middle
  4. - Addicted To Bass
  5. - Always On Time

February 27, 2002: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 27, 2002 was Lights, Camera, Action! by Mr. Cheeks, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 25th and March 3rd.

February 27, 2002: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 27, 2002 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 25th and March 3rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Lights, Camera, Action!
  2. - Oops (Oh My)
  3. - Always On Time
  4. - What About Us?
  5. - Nothing In This World

February 27, 2002: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on February 27, 2002 was Flor Sin Retono by Charlie Zaa, according to the Latin music chart for the week February 25th and March 3rd.

February 27, 2002: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on February 27, 2002 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week February 25th and March 3rd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Flor Sin Retono
  2. - Como Duele
  3. - Suerte [Whenever, Wherever]
  4. - Tantita Pena
  5. - En La Misma Cama

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February 27, 2002: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 27, 2002 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Ice Age

Ice Age

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Chris Wedge, Carlos Saldanha

Starring: Denis Leary, John Leguizamo, Ray Romano, Goran Visnjic

Country: United States of America

Iris

Iris

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Richard Eyre

Starring: Judi Dench, Jim Broadbent, Kate Winslet, Hugh Bonneville

Country: United States of America

Resident Evil

Resident Evil

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Paul W.S. Anderson

Starring: Milla Jovovich, Michelle Rodriguez, Ryan McCluskey, Oscar Pearce

Country: United States of America

Kate & Leopold

Kate & Leopold

Release year: 2002

Directed by: James Mangold

Starring: Meg Ryan, Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber, Breckin Meyer

Country: United States of America

Stuart Little 2

Stuart Little 2

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Rob Minkoff

Starring: Geena Davis, Hugh Laurie, Jonathan Lipnicki

Country: United States of America

February 27, 2002: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 27, 2002 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Rockface

Rockface

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Mark Roper

No Boundaries

No Boundaries

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Violet Mendoza

Because I Said So

Because I Said So

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Michael Lehmann

Leap of Faith

Leap of Faith

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Richard Pearce

Test Drive

Test Drive

Release year: 2002

Directed by: Lynne Vincent McCarthy

February 27, 2002: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 27, 2002 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Summons by John Grisham

The Summons

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Ray Atlee is an associate professor of law at University of Virginia. He is 43 years old, single and still dealing with the shocks of a surprise separation. Forrest, his younger brother, redefines the concept of a black sheep in …

The Approaching Storm by Alan Dean Foster

The Approaching Storm

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"ENTERTAINING and INTELLIGENT" . . This book is nothing but class. . . . The final page is a great climax."-StarburstThe

A Bend In The Road by Nicholas Sparks

A Bend In The Road

By:

Miles Ryan's marriage ended in tragedy when his wife was struck and run. This happened two years ago. He is the deputy sheriff in New Bern, North Carolina.

One Nation by the editors of Life magazine

One Nation

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LIFE has been there to help us remember and renew during our nation's most difficult times. The LIFE editors have compiled a powerful, beautifully illustrated account of tragedy as well as triumph.

A Painted House by John Grisham

A Painted House

By:

Luke Chandler never told a lie or kept secrets until that September 1952. In the seventh year of his life, however, Luke Chandler was forced to openly admit that he had been a migrant worker. Two groups of workers, including …

February 27, 2002: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 27, 2002 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Astral Tournament

Astral Tournament

Platform: PC

Genre: Turn-based strategy, Collectible card game, Indie game

Publisher: Apus Software

Beyblade: Super Tournament Battle

Beyblade: Super Tournament Battle

Platform: Nintendo GameCube

Genre: Role-playing, action

Publisher: Atari Takara Nelvana

Auto Modellista

Auto Modellista

Platform: PlayStation 2 GameCube Xbox

Genre: Arcade style racing

Publisher: Capcom

Soccer Mania

Soccer Mania

Platform: PlayStation 2, Microsoft Windows, Game Boy Advance

Genre: Sports

Publisher: Electronic Arts; Lego Interactive

Battle Realms: Winter of the Wolf

Battle Realms: Winter of the Wolf

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Real-time strategy

Publisher: Ubisoft

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Who was the US President on February 27, 2002?

On February 27, 2002 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 27, 2002?

On February 27, 2002 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on February 27, 2002?

On February 27, 2002 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about February 27th?

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

  • 2019 - Israeli involvement in syria civil war, israel-russia relations: benjamin netanyahu, the israeli prime minister, tells vladimir putin that israel will "continue taking action against iran in syria".
  • 2018 - North korea's foreign relations: five unnamed security sources in europe claim that north korean leader kim jong un and his father kim jong il fraudulently obtained brazilian passports in order apply for visas to western countries in 1990.
  • 2017 - Conflict in moro: indanan, philippines: jurgen kantner is beheaded by the abu sayyaf militants.

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What happened in 2002?

2002 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Twelve member states of the European Union have made euro banknotes and euros coins legal tender.
  • Officially, Taiwan joins the World Trade Organization as Chinese Taipei.
  • Charles Bishop, a 15-year-old student pilot crashes a light plane into a Tampa, Florida, building. This evokes fear of an imitating 9/11 terrorist attack.

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What was the calendar for February 2002?

February 2002 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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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