Thursday December 29, 2016: on this day

December 29, 2016 was the 364th day of the year 2016, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is December 29, 2016 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on December 29, 2016, who was born and died on December 29, 2016, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 29, 2016, which were the most popular songs (ex. Black Beatles by Rae Sremmurd Featuring Gucci Mane), movies (e.g. Collateral Beauty, directed by David Frankel), TV series (e.g. Guyane) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 29th, 2016 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was December 29, 2016?


December 29, 2016 was a Thursday and it was the 364th day of the year 2016 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 29, 2016 can also be written as 12/29/2016 in the US and as 29/12/2016 in UK and Europe.

December 29, 2016 in December 2016 calendar

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December 29, 2016: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on December 29, 2016:

  • Russian president vladimir putin stated that a ceasefire was reached between the rebel forces and the government of syria. russia and turkey are said to have guaranteed the ceasefire, which would not include un-denominated terrorist organizations like isil and al-nusra. while the fsa states it will abide by this truce, ahrar al sham expresses "reservations".
  • Czartoryski museum: the polish government buys the internationally-known czartoryski collection of art. this museum is located in krakow and contains around 86,000 pieces. it includes works by rembrandt, leonardo da vinci and pierre-auguste renoir.
  • The polish government buys the internationally-known czartoryski collection of art. this collection, which is located in krakow, contains around 86,000 pieces and includes works by rembrandt, leonardo da vinci and pierre-auguste renoir.
  • Elizabeth ii refuses to grant phil scraton an obe in 2017 new year honours list for his work on hillsborough. hillsborough: the truth was first published by professor scraton in 1990. it is considered the definitive account of the tragedy.
  • According to the bank of italy, the rescue of monte dei pachi will require the country's treasury to raise around 6.6 billion euros. this is based on the european central bank's assessment of monte dei pachi's capital deficit.
  • Flooding in the democratic republic of the congo has caused at least 50 deaths and left thousands homeless.
  • 35 russian diplomats were expelled by the united states for alleged russian interference in the 2016 u.s. presidential election.
  • Two red sea islands are granted to saudi arabia by the egyptian government.
  • Kyriakos amiridis (ambassador of greece to brazil), is missing from rio de janeiro while on vacation. his disappearance is being investigated by a homicide team.
  • Turkish journalist ahmet sik was arrested in istanbul allegedly for a post on social media.
  • Naveed baloch from pakistan, who was wrongly detained in the aftermath the attack on a berlin christmas market, discusses the conditions under which he was held, and reveals that he is currently hiding in fear for his life.
  • Barack obama, the president of the united states, has declared the bears ears area in utah and gold butte region of nevada national monuments. both areas are well-known for their native american populations and the existence of archaeological sites.
  • Ricky hatton, former boxing world champion, speaks on british radio to discuss depression and shares his experiences with suicide attempts in the past.

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December 29, 2016: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on December 29, 2016:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $90.10
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $116.45
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $62.86
  • General Electric GE: opens at $31.74
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $166.02

Exchange Rates on December 29, 2016:

  • 1 USD = 0.9527 EUR
  • 1 USD = 116.547 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.8158 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.3853 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.3504 CAD

December 29, 2016: What were the main match results that day?

Championship - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Aston Villa - Leeds : 1 - 1
  • Rotherham - Burton : 1 - 2

Serie B - Football (Italy)

  • Bari - Spal : 1 - 1
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December 29, 2016: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 29th is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 29, 2016: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 29, 2016 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on December 29th, 2016 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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December 29, 2016: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on December 29, 2016 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 29, 2016 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 December 29, 2016 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 2% full, rising at 07:16 am and setting at 06:14 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 14, 2016 while the next full moon would come on Jan 12, 2017.

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Who was born on December 29, 2016?


Whose famous birthday is on December 29th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 29th:

  • Patricia Clarkson
    Patricia Clarkson

    Patricia Clarkson is an American actress and entrepreneur who has founded several successful businesses.

  • Jude Law
    Jude Law

    Renowned actor who has also shown interest and skill in sports.

  • Jon Voight
    Jon Voight

    American actor, who received oscar nominations for movies such as 1969's "deliverance", and "midnight cowboy" in addition to a few minor...

  • Ted Danson
    Ted Danson

    American actor.

  • Diego Luna
    Diego Luna

    Mexican actor, director and producer.

  • Alison Brie
    Alison Brie

    Alison Brie is an American actress known for her roles in TV shows like 'Community' and 'GLOW'.

  • Ross Lynch
    Ross Lynch

    American actor and musician known for his role in Disney Channel's 'Austin & Ally'.

  • Jane Levy
    Jane Levy

    Tv actress.

  • Leonor Varela
    Leonor Varela

    Model and actress from chile, both american and chilean.

  • Mekhi Phifer
    Mekhi Phifer

    American actor.

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December 29, 2016: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 7 years 3 months old,

or 87 months and 22 days old,

or 381 weeks and 2 days old,

or 2669 days old,

if you were born on December 29, 2016.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 29, 2016?

There are 253 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday December 29th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 29, 2016?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on December 29, 2016.

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December 29, 2016: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on December 29, 2016:

  • Ferdinand Kubler

    Ferdinand Kubler was a Swiss cyclist who won the Tour de France in 1950.

  • Keion Carpenter

    American football defensive back (b. 1977).

  • LaVell Edwards

    American football player and coach (d. 2016).

  • Jinpachi Nezu
  • Pierre Pfeffer
  • Franco Togni
  • Emilio Uberti
  • Franco Cassano
  • William Salice
  • Ferdi Kübler
  • Néstor Gonçalves
  • Toshiko Kobayashi
  • Lucien Schaeffer
  • Raymond Burki

What famous deaths happened on December 29th?

Famous deaths on December 29th:

  • Peggy Cummins
    Peggy Cummins

    Irish actress (b. 1925).

  • Lita Grey
    Lita Grey

    American actress (born in 1908).

  • Vivienne Segal
    Vivienne Segal

    At 95, a us actress (broadway pal joey), is dead.

  • Reginna Maria Rilke

    Renowned poet known for his lyrical and philosophical works.

  • Alekai Laiho

    Talented golfer known for his precision and skill on the course.

  • Joseff Cornell

    Known for his intricate shadow boxes and collages.

  • Syvilla

    Renowned African-American dancer and choreographer.

  • Christina Rossetti

    The sister of d.g.

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December 29, 2016: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on December 29, 2016:

  • The fourth day of Christmas in Western Christianity.
  • R.C. Saints - Thomas Becket (optional memorial)
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December 29, 2016: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on December 29, 2016 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 26th and January 1st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


December 29, 2016: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 29, 2016 was Black Beatles by Rae Sremmurd Featuring Gucci Mane, according to the music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.

December 29, 2016: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on December 29, 2016 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 26th and January 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Black Beatles
  2. - Starboy
  3. - Closer
  4. - 24K Magic
  5. - Side To Side

December 29, 2016: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 29, 2016 was Black Beatles by Rae Sremmurd Featuring Gucci Mane, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.

December 29, 2016: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on December 29, 2016 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 26th and January 1st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Black Beatles
  2. - Starboy
  3. - 24K Magic
  4. - Deja Vu
  5. - Juju On That Beat (TZ Anthem)

December 29, 2016: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on December 29, 2016 was Chantaje by Shakira Featuring Maluma, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.

December 29, 2016: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on December 29, 2016 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 26th and January 1st. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Chantaje
  2. - Shaky Shaky
  3. - Safari
  4. - Hasta El Amanecer
  5. - La Bicicleta

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December 29, 2016: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on December 29, 2016 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Collateral Beauty

Collateral Beauty

Release year: 2016

Directed by: David Frankel

Starring: Will Smith, Edward Norton, Kate Winslet, Michael Peña

Country: United States of America

Maggie's Plan

Maggie's Plan

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Rebecca Miller

Starring: Greta Gerwig, Ethan Hawke, Julianne Moore, Maya Rudolph

Country: United States of America

xXx: Return of Xander Cage

xXx: Return of Xander Cage

Release year: 2016

Written by:

Directed by: D.J. Caruso

Starring: Vin Diesel, Donnie Yen, Deepika Padukone, Kris Wu

Country: United States of America

The Vatican Tapes

The Vatican Tapes

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Mark Neveldine

Starring: Olivia Taylor Dudley, Michael Peña, Dougray Scott, Djimon Hounsou

Country: United States of America

The Bye Bye Man

The Bye Bye Man

Release year: 2016

Written by:

Directed by: Stacy Title

Starring: Douglas Smith, Lucien Laviscount, Cressida Bonas, Michael Trucco

Country: United States of America

December 29, 2016: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on December 29, 2016 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Guyane

Guyane

Release year: 2016

White Rabbit Project

White Rabbit Project

Release year: 2016

Rosario Tijeras

Rosario Tijeras

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Emilio Maille

Dead Silent

Dead Silent

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Roger Cardinal

Max Steel

Max Steel

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Stewart Hendler

December 29, 2016: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on December 29, 2016 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins

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#1 New York Times Bestseller USA Today Book of the Year is now a major motion movie starring Emily Blunt. Paula Hawkins' new novel Into the Water is coming May 2017. The

Hillbilly Elegy by J. D. Vance

Hillbilly Elegy

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER NAMED BY THE TIMES "6 BOOKS to HELP UNDERSTAND Trump's WIN" AND SOON A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE DIRECTED RON HOWARD "You won't read a more important American book this year. "--The

Born to Run by Bruce Springsteen

Born to Run

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Bruce Springsteen's revelatory memoir is wildly popular. "Glorious...a philosophically rich journey through a rock and roll life...It’s the song he was born for to write...It's his memoir." (USA TODAY, 4 of 4 stars).

The Whistler by John Grisham

The Whistler

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * High-stakes adventure through the darkest corners in the Sunshine State from Ken Follett, who has been called "the best thriller writer alive". We expect honesty and wisdom from our judges.

Cross the Line by James Patterson

Cross the Line

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NEW INSTALLMENT IN THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES

December 29, 2016: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on December 29, 2016 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Lego Worlds

Lego Worlds

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Sandbox

Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment

Warhammer 40,000: Eternal Crusade

Warhammer 40,000: Eternal Crusade

Platform: Linux, Microsoft Windows, OS X, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Genre: Massively multiplayer online third-person shooter

Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment

Space Hulk: Deathwing

Space Hulk: Deathwing

Platform: Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: Focus Home Interactive

Lego Marvel's Avengers

Lego Marvel's Avengers

Platform: Microsoft Windows; Nintendo 3DS; OS X; PlayStation 3; PlayStation 4; PlayStation Vita; Wii U; Xbox 360; Xbox One

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment; Feral Interactive (OS X)

Battlefleet Gothic: Armada

Battlefleet Gothic: Armada

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Real-time strategy

Publisher: Focus Home Interactive

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Who was the US President on December 29, 2016?

On December 29, 2016 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 29, 2016?

On December 29, 2016 the UK Prime Minister was Theresa May (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on December 29, 2016?

On December 29, 2016 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about December 29th?

December 29th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 29th day of the month of December. 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 December 29th, such as:

  • 2018 - Egyptian police have killed 40 militants in a retaliation to the roadside bombing that left three vietnamese tourists dead and one egyptian tour guide injured.
  • 2017 - Attack on saint menas church: nine people are killed by two coordinated attacks against coptic christians in egypt. a gunman kills two victims in an appliance store owned by coptic christians in cairo's helwan district. after killing two victims, the gunman moves on to a church and kills six more civilians and a cop before being arrested.
  • 2016 - Russian president vladimir putin stated that a ceasefire was reached between the rebel forces and the government of syria. russia and turkey are said to have guaranteed the ceasefire, which would not include un-denominated terrorist organizations like isil and al-nusra. while the fsa states it will abide by this truce, ahrar al sham expresses "reservations".

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What happened in 2016?

2016 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: A shooting occurs at a Tel Aviv pub, Israel. It leaves two people dead and eight others injured. The gunman was able to escape and perhaps killed his accomplice, an Arab taxi driver. His body was discovered nearby. The shooter was identified by the police as Nisa'at Melkham, a 30-year-old muslim from Ar'ara. He was also searched his house.
  • Two people are killed and eight others injured in a shooting at a Tel Aviv pub. The gunman was able to escape and perhaps killed his accomplice, an Arab taxi driver. His body was discovered nearby. The shooter was identified by the police as Nisa'at Melkham, a 30-year-old muslim from Ar'ara. He was also searched his house.
  • A 28-foot tall new statue of Jesus, called "Jesus de Greatest", was unveiled at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, Abajah village in Nigeria's Imo state. It is the largest known African Jesus statue.

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What was the calendar for December 2016?

December 2016 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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 December 2016 calendar looked like.

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