Wednesday April 30, 2014: on this day

April 30, 2014 was the 120th day of the year 2014, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is April 30, 2014 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 30, 2014, who was born and died on April 30, 2014, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 30, 2014, which were the most popular songs (ex. Happy by Pharrell Williams), movies (e.g. Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, directed by Guy Ritchie), TV series (e.g. Maniac) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 30th, 2014 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was April 30, 2014?


April 30, 2014 was a Wednesday and it was the 120th day of the year 2014 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 30, 2014 can also be written as 4/30/2014 in the US and as 30/4/2014 in UK and Europe.

April 30, 2014 in April 2014 calendar

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April 30, 2014: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 30, 2014:

  • Al-qaeda insurgency: at least 30 people were killed in clashes between al-qaeda, the yemen army and al-qaeda.
  • In clashes between al-qaeda, the yemen army and al-qaeda, at least 30 people were killed.
  • Syrian civil war: local coordination committees of syria announced wednesday that 25 children died after syrian army forces dropped barrel bombs at an elementary school.
  • Three people are killed and 79 others injured in an explosion at the urumqi railway station.
  • According to a world bank report, india is now the third-largest country in terms of purchasing power parity. this move puts it ahead of japan. in 2005, india was ranked 10th in a survey.
  • The federal aviation administration issues a ground stop for multiple southern california airports due to a computer problem.
  • According to reports, at least two people were killed in pensacola's prison explosion. 100 others were injured and forced to evacuate.
  • Police have arrested sinn fein leader gerry adams for the murder jean mcconville. jean mcconville was a widowed mother-of-ten aged 37 who was kidnapped from her home in 1972.
  • The controversial new penal code announced by the sultan of brunei will include stoning and amputation as punishments. this is referred to as "phase one" of islamic law.
  • Two people are killed and two more injured in a shooting at nanaimo's sawmill, british columbia, canada. an ex-employee is taken into custody.
  • Iraqi parliamentary election: iraqi voters go to the polls in parliamentary elections. these elections have been marred by violence from both the islamic state of iraq (isis) and the levant.
  • Indian general election: voting in progress in 89 constituencies across seven states and two union territory. (bbc). india's 138 million citizens are eligible to vote today. today's voting will decide the fate of major politicians such as sonia gandhi and narendra modi, lk madvani, and arun jaitley.
  • Voting in 89 constituencies is underway in seven states and two union territory.
  • India's 138 million voters are eligible to vote today. today's voting will decide the fate of major politicians such as sonia gandhi and narendra modi, lk madvani, and arun jaitley.
  • Protesters in abuja, nigeria hold a "million-woman" march to protest the mass kidnappings of schoolgirls by boko haram terrorists two weeks ago.
  • According to his lawyer, rob ford, mayor of toronto, takes a leave to address substance abuse.
  • A bomb blast in ürümqi, china kills three people and injures 79 others.

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April 30, 2014: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on April 30, 2014:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $101.13
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $592.64
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $40.40
  • General Electric GE: opens at $26.80
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $194.38

Exchange Rates on April 30, 2014:

  • 1 USD = 102.22 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.096 CAD
  • 1 USD = 0.88 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.2596 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 141.73 JPY
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April 30, 2014: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 30th 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 30, 2014: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 30, 2014 is Horse and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on April 30th, 2014 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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April 30, 2014: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 30, 2014 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 30, 2014 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 30, 2014 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 8% full, rising at 06:54 am and setting at 10:23 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 15, 2014 while the next full moon would come on May 14, 2014.

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Who was born on April 30, 2014?


Whose famous birthday is on April 30th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 30th:

  • Cloris Leachman
    Cloris Leachman

    American actress.

  • Duke Ellington
    Duke Ellington

    Duke ellington was a renowned american musician and composer known for his influential jazz compositions and performances.

  • Travis Scott
    Travis Scott

    Travis scott is a renowned musician known for his unique blend of hip-hop and psychedelic music, as well as his high-energy live...

  • Gal Gadot
    Gal Gadot

    Gal gadot is an israeli actress best known for her role as wonder woman in the dc extended universe films.

  • Nicolas Hulot
    Nicolas Hulot

    French environmental activist, tv presenter, and ecologist.

  • Johnny Galecki
    Johnny Galecki

    Johnny galecki is an american actor best known for his role as leonard hofstadter in the tv show the big bang theory.

  • Sam Heughan
    Sam Heughan

    Sam heughan is a scottish tv actor best known for his role as jamie fraser in the tv series outlander.

  • Kirsten Dunst
    Kirsten Dunst

    Kirsten Dunst is a well-known actress who has appeared in various films and TV shows.

  • Dianna Agron
    Dianna Agron

    Dianna agron is an american actress best known for her role as quinn fabray on the television series glee.

  • Willie Nelson
    Willie Nelson

    American actor, singer, songwriter, and actor.

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April 30, 2014: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 9 years 11 months old,

or 119 months and 20 days old,

or 520 weeks and 2 days old,

or 3642 days old,

if you were born on April 30, 2014.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 30, 2014?

There are 11 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday April 30th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 30, 2014?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on April 30, 2014.

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April 30, 2014: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 30, 2014:

  • Khaled Choudhury

    Indian painter and set designer (b. 1919).

  • Julian Lewis

    English biologist and academic (b. 1946).

  • Ian Ross

    Australian journalist (b. 1940).

  • Carl E. Moses

    American businessman and politician (b. 1929).

  • Marsha Mehran
  • Larry Ramos
  • Roberto Mancini
  • Judi Meredith
  • Monkey Black

What famous deaths happened on April 30th?

Famous deaths on April 30th:

  • Inger Stevens
    Inger Stevens

    Swedish-american actress, best known for her role on the tv series "the farmer's daughter," where she looked healthy, happy, and warm.

  • Agnes Moorehead
    Agnes Moorehead

    American actress, best known for her role in 1960s american tv comedy "bewitched", in which she played the mother.

  • Gia Scala
    Gia Scala

    Actress (garment jungle i aim at the stars), dies in 38.

  • Rishi Kapoor
    Rishi Kapoor

    Indian actor, film director and producer (b. 1952).

  • Helen Chandler
    Helen Chandler

    Actress (dracula.

  • Nezar Qabbani

    Nezar Qabbani was a renowned Syrian poet, diplomat, and publisher who is considered one of the most influential Arab poets of the 20th...

  • Seith Bennett

    Bestselling author known for his captivating novels that captured the hearts of readers worldwide.

  • Amnen Nasr

    Renowned physicist known for groundbreaking work in quantum mechanics.

  • Carolle Dubois

    Carolle Dubois was a renowned French journalist who covered international news and conflicts for a major news agency.

  • Jimie Takahashi

    Jimie Takahashi was a respected journalist who dedicated her career to reporting on international affairs and human rights.

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April 30, 2014: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 30, 2014:

  • Sweden - Birthday of King Carl XVI Gustav, an official flag day.
  • Mexico - Children's Day.
  • The Netherlands - Queen's Day.
  • LaVeyan Satanism - Walpurgisnacht, or Walpurgis Night, as noted in The Satanic Bible.
  • Scandinavia - The arrival of spring, Walpurgis Night.
  • Roman Empire - third day of the Floralia in honor of Flora.
  • Blessed Hildegard
  • Blessed Radolf of Affligem
  • Blessed Rosemonde
  • Vietnam - Liberation Day.

Observances on April 30, 2014:

  • International Jazz Day

Saints celebrated on April 30, 2014:

  • Saint Pope Pius V
  • Saint Eutropius
  • Saint Maximus, 3rd century martyr
  • Saint Marianus and James, martyrs in Numidia in 259
  • Saint Joseph Benedict Cottolengo
  • Saint Suitbert the Younger (d. 807)
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April 30, 2014: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 30, 2014 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 28th and May 4th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


April 30, 2014: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 30, 2014 was Happy by Pharrell Williams, according to the music chart for the week April 28th and May 4th.

April 30, 2014: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on April 30, 2014 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 28th and May 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Happy
  2. - All Of Me
  3. - Talk Dirty
  4. - Dark Horse
  5. - Let It Go

April 30, 2014: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 30, 2014 was Happy by Pharrell Williams, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 28th and May 4th.

April 30, 2014: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on April 30, 2014 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 28th and May 4th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Happy
  2. - All Of Me
  3. - Talk Dirty
  4. - Loyal
  5. - The Man

April 30, 2014: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on April 30, 2014 was Odio by Romeo Santos Featuring Drake, according to the Latin music chart for the week April 28th and May 4th.

April 30, 2014: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on April 30, 2014 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week April 28th and May 4th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Odio
  2. - Adrenalina
  3. - El Perdedor
  4. - Propuesta Indecente
  5. - Vivir Mi Vida

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April 30, 2014: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 30, 2014 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels

Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Guy Ritchie

Starring: Jason Flemyng, Dexter Fletcher, Nick Moran, Jason Statham

Country: United States of America

Nebraska

Nebraska

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Alexander Payne

Starring: Bruce Dern, Will Forte, June Squibb, Bob Odenkirk

Country: United States of America

Fruitvale Station

Fruitvale Station

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Ryan Coogler

Starring: Michael B. Jordan, Melonie Diaz, Octavia Spencer, Kevin Durand

Country: United States of America

Lone Survivor

Lone Survivor

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Peter Berg

Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Taylor Kitsch, Emile Hirsch, Ben Foster

Country: United States of America

Divergent

Divergent

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Neil Burger

Starring: Shailene Woodley, Theo James, Kate Winslet, Jai Courtney

Country: United States of America

April 30, 2014: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 30, 2014 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Maniac

Maniac

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Franck Khalfoun

Happy Valley

Happy Valley

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Amir Bar-Lev

Ek Hasina Thi

Ek Hasina Thi

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Sriram Raghavan

Killing Spree

Killing Spree

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Tim Ritter

Mr. Pickles

Mr. Pickles

Release year: 2014

Country: United States of America

April 30, 2014: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on April 30, 2014 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Confidence Code by Katty Kay and Claire Shipman

Confidence Code

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The bestselling Womenomics is a guide for confidence and self-worth, based on the success of Lean In.

The Collector by Nora Roberts

The Collector

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The #1 New York Times Bestseller Nora Roberts presents a novel about a woman that needs nothing and a man who sees all. It also explores the web of deceit and greed that binds them together and could cause them …

Be Careful What You Wish For by Jeffrey Archer

Be Careful What You Wish For

By:

Jeffrey Archer, best-selling author, opens Be Careful What you Wish For with Harry Clifton's wife Emma racing to the hospital to find out what happened to their son Sebastian.

Carnal Curiosity by Stuart Woods

Carnal Curiosity

By:

Stone Barrington is back in an extraordinary adventure by Stuart Woods, New York Times bestseller.

A Call To Action by Jimmy Carter

A Call To Action

By:

The bestselling bestseller A Call to Action is highly acclaimed. President Jimmy Carter addresses one of the most grave, pervasive and unreported violations of basic human rights in the world: ongoing discrimination against and violence against.

April 30, 2014: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on April 30, 2014 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Cartoon Network: Superstar Soccer

Cartoon Network: Superstar Soccer

Platform: PC

Genre: Sports

Publisher: Cartoon Network

The Forest

The Forest

Platform: Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4

Genre: Open world, survival horror, survival

Publisher: Endnight Games

Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze

Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze

Platform: Wii U

Genre: Platformer

Publisher: Nintendo

Hack 'n' Slash

Hack 'n' Slash

Platform: Microsoft Windows, OS X, Linux

Genre: Action-adventure game

Publisher: Double Fine Productions

Dragon Ball Battle of Z

Dragon Ball Battle of Z

Platform: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PlayStation Vita

Genre: Fighting, role-playing

Publisher: Bandai Namco Games

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Who was the US President on April 30, 2014?

On April 30, 2014 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 30, 2014?

On April 30, 2014 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on April 30, 2014?

On April 30, 2014 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about April 30th?

April 30th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 30th 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 30th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 japanese imperial transition: emperor akihito abdicates his chrysanthemum trinity in favor of crown prince naruhito, his elder son. since emperor kokaku's 1817 death, he is the first emperor in more than two hundred years to abdicate.
  • 2018 - Journalists killed in afghanistan war (2001-present). ahmad shah, a bbc pashto reporter, is shot to death in khost, the eastern province.
  • 2017 - In a shooting incident at a san diego pool party, seven people are hurt and one is killed. police kill the suspect.

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What happened in 2014?

2014 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Six people were killed when six Indonesian police officers opened fire on suspected militants in Jakarta.
  • Spillover from the Syrian Civil War in Lebanon: Sources confirm that Majid bin Mohammad al-Majid has been captured by Lebanon. He is the leader of the al-Qaeda-linked Abdullah Azzam Brigades, responsible for the recent bombing attack on the Iranian Embassy in Beirut, Lebanon.
  • Somali Civil War (2009-present), 11 people killed in bomb attack outside a Somali hotel in Mogadishu. (Standard Media),

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What was the calendar for April 2014?

April 2014 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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