What happened on Friday December 29, 2017?

Here's what happened on December 29, 2017:

• 2017 Iranian Protests Anti-government protests continued for the second consecutive day, spreading across multiple cities in Iran. These demonstrations represented a significant moment of public dissent against the Iranian government, reflecting growing social and political tensions within the country.
• Apple Battery Replacement Program Apple issued a public apology and launched a cheaper battery replacement program after admitting to intentionally slowing down older iPhone models with aging batteries. This move came in response to widespread consumer criticism and potential legal challenges regarding device performance and transparency.
• Venezuela Launches Petro Cryptocurrency Jorge Rodriguez, Venezuela's communications director, announced the launch of Petro, a state-backed cryptocurrency. The digital currency is supported by 5.3 million barrels of oil and is projected to be worth $267 billion. This innovative financial move represents Venezuela's attempt to circumvent international economic sanctions and stabilize its struggling economy.
• Attack on Saint Menas Church in Egypt A tragic terrorist attack targeted Coptic Christians in Cairo's Helwan district. A gunman first killed two victims in an appliance store owned by Coptic Christians, then proceeded to a church where he murdered six more civilians and a police officer before being arrested. This incident highlights the ongoing religious tensions and violence against religious minorities in Egypt.
• Kamala Mills Restaurant Fire in Mumbai A devastating roof-top restaurant fire in Mumbai claimed the lives of at least 15 people. The tragic incident exposed significant safety lapses in urban commercial establishments and sparked discussions about fire safety regulations in India's rapidly growing metropolitan areas.
• Political Resignation in Mali In an unexpected political development, Abdoulaye Idrissa Maiga, the Malian Prime Minister, and his entire government resigned without providing a specific reason. This sudden resignation raised questions about the political stability and internal dynamics of Mali's governance.
• End of The Filthy Frank Show Joji (musician) announced the conclusion of 'The Filthy Frank Show', marking the end of a popular internet comedy series. This decision signaled a significant transition in the creator's artistic and online persona.

Events in 2017

December 29, 2017: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Dec. 29, 2017

December 29, 2017: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on December 29, 2017:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $84.00
• Apple AAPL: opens at $170.52
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $85.63
• General Electric GE: opens at $17.27
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $154.17

Exchange Rates on December 29, 2017:

• 1 USD = 0.8332 EUR
• 1 USD = 112.614 JPY
• 1 USD = 0.7406 GBP
• 1 USD = 1.2792 AUD
• 1 USD = 1.2577 CAD

December 29, 2017 was a Friday and it was the 363rd day of the year 2017 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 29, 2017 can also be written as 12/29/2017 in the US and as 29/12/2017 in UK and Europe.

December 29, 2017 in December 2017 calendar

Famous people died on December 29, 2017:

• Peggy Cummins

  Peggy Cummins was a notable Irish actress known for her roles in film noir and classic cinema, particularly remembered for her performance...

• John C. Portman Jr.

  American neofuturistic architect and real estate developer (b. 1924).

• Sue Grafton
• I duchessa di Franco Carmen Franco
• Lawrence Stager

Famous people who died in 2017

Famous people who died on December 29th

December 29, 2017: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 29, 2017 was Perfect by Ed Sheeran, according to the music chart for the week December 25th and December 31st.

1. Ed Sheeran - Perfect
2. Post Malone Featuring 21 Savage - Rockstar
3. Camila Cabello Featuring Young Thug - Havana
4. Lil Pump - Gucci Gang
5. Imagine Dragons - Thunder

December 29, 2017: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 29, 2017 was Rockstar by Post Malone Featuring 21 Savage, according to the music chart for the week December 25th and December 31st.

1. Post Malone Featuring 21 Savage - Rockstar
2. Lil Pump - Gucci Gang
3. Migos, Nicki Minaj & Cardi B - MotorSport
4. G-Eazy Featuring A$AP Rocky & Cardi B - No Limit
5. Cardi B - Bodak Yellow (Money Moves)

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

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

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 29, 2017 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 29, 2017 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 29, 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 December 29, 2017 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 89% full, rising at 01:58 pm and setting at 04:11 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 03, 2017 while the next full moon would come on Jan 02, 2018.

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Your place in the Universe on December 29, 2017

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Someone born on December 29, 2017 is:

7 years 3 months old,

or 87 months and 25 days old,

or 381 weeks and 5 days old,

or 2672 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 29, 2017?

There are 250 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday December 29th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 29, 2017?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on December 29, 2017.

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