What happened on Saturday October 29, 2011?

Here's what happened on October 29, 2011:

• 2011 Syrian Uprising: Conflict in Homs Syrian security forces launched a brutal military operation in Homs, using fighter planes and tanks to attack civilian areas, resulting in multiple casualties. The assault was part of the broader 2011 Syrian uprising against the Assad regime.
• NATO Convoy Suicide Attack in Afghanistan A devastating suicide attack targeted a NATO convoy near Kabul, resulting in the deaths of at least four Afghan civilians and 13 American troops. The attack highlighted the ongoing volatility and security challenges in the region.
• Record-Breaking Snowstorm Impact A record-breaking snowstorm in the northeastern United States left nearly 2 million residents without power for more than 36 hours, causing significant disruption and hardship for affected communities.
• Australian Soldiers Killed in Afghanistan A tragic incident occurred in Kandahar Province when a member of the Afghan National Army turned his weapon on three Australian soldiers, killing them and injuring an Afghan interpreter. This event underscored the complex and dangerous nature of military operations in Afghanistan.
• Rare October Snowstorm in Northeastern United States An unusual and severe October snowstorm struck the Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic United States, causing widespread power outages and claiming two lives. The storm's intensity and timing were highly unusual for the region.
• Qantas Airline Fleet Grounded Qantas, Australia's national airline, made the unprecedented decision to ground its entire fleet due to an ongoing industrial dispute. The lockout was scheduled to begin on the following Monday, causing significant disruption to air travel.
• Deadly Footbridge Collapse in India A tragic incident occurred in Arunachal Pradesh, India, when a footbridge collapsed into the Kameng River, resulting in an estimated 30 fatalities. The collapse highlighted infrastructure vulnerabilities in the region.
• Grain Elevator Explosion in Kansas A fatal explosion at a grain elevator in Atchison, Kansas, claimed the lives of at least three people. The incident raised questions about industrial safety and workplace hazards.

Events in 2011

October 29, 2011: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Oct. 29, 2011

October 29, 2011: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

• Catania - Napoli : 2 - 1
• Inter - Juventus : 1 - 2
• Roma - Milan : 2 - 3

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

• Bergen - Gent : 1 - 1
• Club Brugge - Genk : 4 - 5
• Lokeren - Kortrijk : 1 - 4
• Mechelen - Westerlo : 1 - 0
• Oud-Heverlee Leuven - Germinal : 3 - 2

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

• Bayern Munich - Nurnberg : 4 - 0
• Mainz - Werder Bremen : 1 - 3
• M'gladbach - Hannover : 2 - 1
• Schalke 04 - Hoffenheim : 3 - 1
• Stuttgart - Dortmund : 1 - 1

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

• Dresden - Karlsruhe : 5 - 1
• Paderborn - Erzgebirge Aue : 1 - 0

October 29, 2011 was a Saturday and it was the 302nd day of the year 2011 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 29, 2011 can also be written as 10/29/2011 in the US and as 29/10/2011 in UK and Europe.

October 29, 2011 in October 2011 calendar

Famous people died on October 29, 2011:

• Jimmy Savile

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October 29, 2011: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 29, 2011 was Someone Like You by Adele, according to the music chart for the week October 24th and October 30th.

1. Adele - Someone Like You
2. Maroon 5 - Moves Like Jagger
3. Foster The People - Pumped Up Kicks
4. LMFAO - Sexy And I Know It
5. Gym Class Heroes - Stereo Hearts

October 29, 2011: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 29, 2011 was She Will by Lil Wayne Featuring Drake, according to the music chart for the week October 24th and October 30th.

1. Lil Wayne Featuring Drake - She Will
2. Drake - Headlines
3. Jay Z Kanye West - Ni**as in Paris
4. Wale Featuring Jeremih & Rick Ross - That Way
5. Big Sean Featuring Kanye West & Roscoe Dash - Marvin & Chardonnay

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 29th is Scorpio.

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Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 29, 2011: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 29, 2011 is Rabbit and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 29, 2011 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 29, 2011 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 October 29, 2011 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 23% full, rising at 10:43 am and setting at 09:21 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 12, 2011 while the next full moon would come on Nov 10, 2011.

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Your place in the Universe on October 29, 2011

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Someone born on October 29, 2011 is:

13 years 5 months old,

or 161 months and 25 days old,

or 703 weeks and 4 days old,

or 4925 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 29, 2011?

There are 189 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 29th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 29, 2011?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on October 29, 2011.

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