Monday April 30, 2018: on this day

April 30, 2018 was the 120th day of the year 2018, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Monday.

Is April 30, 2018 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, 2018, who was born and died on April 30, 2018, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 30, 2018, which were the most popular songs, movies (e.g. Lucky, directed by John Carroll Lynch), TV series (e.g. Mcmafia) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 30th, 2018 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was April 30, 2018?


April 30, 2018 was a Monday and it was the 120th day of the year 2018 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 30, 2018 can also be written as 4/30/2018 in the US and as 30/4/2018 in UK and Europe.

April 30, 2018 in April 2018 calendar

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April 30, 2018: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 30, 2018:

  • Journalists killed in afghanistan war (2001-present). ahmad shah, a bbc pashto reporter, is shot to death in khost, the eastern province.
  • Ahmad shah, a bbc pashto reporter, is killed in khost's eastern province.
  • 30 april 2018 kabul suicide bombings. at least 25 people were killed in twin suicide bombings in kabul. shah marai, a prominent photographer for agence france-presse, and three radio free europe/radio liberty journalists were among those who were covering the bombing. isil's afghan branch claims responsibility.
  • At least 11 children are killed in a suicide attack on a foreign military convoy. 16 others, including five soldiers from romania, are also wounded by the attack.
  • Kabul was hit by two bombings at rush hour, killing four people and injuring five.
  • 2018 gaza border protests. the israel defense forces claim they killed three palestinians yesterday in two separate incidents. according to the idf, one person was killed while trying to break the israeli-gazan border fence. a second man was injured and taken into custody. two men were killed in an attack on the israeli-gazan border fence by two other men, according to the idf. they also claimed that they threw explosives at idf soldiers.
  • According to the israel defense forces, three palestinians were killed in shooting incidents that occurred yesterday. according to the idf, one man was killed while trying to break through the israeli-gazan border fencing. a second was injured and taken into custody. two men were killed in an attack on the israeli-gazan border fence by two other men, according to the idf. they also claimed that they threw explosives at idf soldiers.
  • Iran-iraq war - amnesty international and justice for iran accuse iran in constructing at least seven mass graves, six of which are located in iran. these graves contain thousands of bodies and were built by the iranian government after executions of mujahedeen e khalq during the 1980-88 war.
  • Amnesty international and justice for iran accuse iran in building at least seven mass graves, six of which contain thousands of bodies. these were built by the iranian government following executions of mujahedeen e khalq during the 1980-88 war.
  • Operation inherent resolution: the u.s. coalition in iraq announces an end of major combat operations against isil and closes the headquarters of the coalition forces land component command. in a statement, the u.s.-led alliance stated that it will transition from supporting and enabling combat operations towards training and developing self-sufficient iraqi security-related abilities.
  • Syrian civil war: iran’s tasnim news agency denied reports that yesterday's missile strike in hama governorate and aleppo governorate had hit an iranian military base. it also stated that no iranian soldiers were hurt in the attack. (reuters) a pro-syrian military source claims that an israeli f-35 attacked the brigade 47 missile base in hama yesterday, killing more than 30 syrian soldiers.
  • Iran's tasnim news agency denied reports that yesterday's missile strike in hama and aleppo governorate had hit an iranian military base. it also stated that no iranian soldiers were injured in the attack.
  • According to al-masdar news, a syrian military source claims that an israeli f-35 attacked the brigade 47 missile base in hama and killed more than 30 soldiers.
  • Economy of the united kingdom. british supermarkets asda & sainsbury's reach an agreement on a ps13 billion merger that could create the largest uk supermarket chain.
  • The central bank of iraq hosts a currency auction that raises us$174,367.874.
  • Marathon oil buys andeavor, making it the largest oil refining company in the united states.
  • The mezhegei coal mining site in tuva, siberia (russia) is damaged by a fall. one of the missing miners is still missing, but 79 have been rescued.
  • Euthanasia in australia: david w. goodall (104-year-old australian scientist) announces that he will travel with exit international to switzerland as a medical aid to end his life. goodall is not considered terminally ill, but his quality of living has declined with age.
  • David w. goodall (104-year-old australian scientist) announces that he will travel with exit international to switzerland in order to end his life. goodall is not considered terminally ill, but his quality of living has declined with age.
  • Uzbekistan's foreign relations: uzbekistan has agreed to join the turkic council after a meeting between president shavkat mirziyev of uzbekistan and president recep tayyip erdoan in tashkent.
  • After a meeting between uzbek president shavkat miyoyev, and turkish president recep tayyip erdogan at tashkent, uzbekistan agreed to officially join the turkic council.
  • South korea-united states relations - moon jae-in, south korean president, suggests that donald trump be awarded the nobel peace prize by the united states for his efforts in denuclearizing the korean peninsula.
  • Relations between china and north korea: wang yi, a chinese diplomat, will travel to north korea after the summit to meet with kim jong-un.
  • Following the summit, wang yi, a chinese diplomat will travel to north korea for a meeting with kim jong-un.
  • Ukraine-united states relations - the u.s. state department confirmed that the u.s. had delivered fgm-148 javelin antitank missile systems (aim-148 javelin) to ukraine.
  • 2018 north korea-united states summit
  • The peace house at dmz is where the north-south korea summit was held.
  • Human rights in vietnam: frankfurter allgemeine zeitung, a german newspaper, reports that the visit of the vietnamese security minister to slovakia last year was used to cover the kidnapping of trinh xuan thanh, a dissident vietnamese entrepreneur who had previously emigrated from vietnam to germany.
  • Frankfurter allgemeine zeitung, a german newspaper, reports that the vietnamese public security minister visited slovakia last year with his entourage. this was to cover the kidnapping of trinh xuan thanh, a dissident vietnamese entrepreneur who had previously emigrated from vietnam to germany.
  • Poland in the european union. the polish foreign minister jacek ciaputowicz has declared that the country will not support the european union budget rules which were introduced by the european commission on may 2. these proposals would result in funding being cut from the 2021-2027 budget for countries where democracy and rule of law are under threat.
  • Jacek czaputowicz, the polish foreign minister, has declared that the country will not support the european union budget rules. these rules were introduced by the european commission on may 2. these proposals would result in funding being cut from the 2021-2027 budget for countries where democracy and rule of law are under threat.
  • Japan-united states relations : japan files a formal complaint after youtube footage shows a us f-16 fighter plane based at misawa air base, aomori flying at high speeds and low altitudes through mountains. this is an apparent violation of regulations. japanese law prohibits aircraft from dropping below 150 feet in nonresidential areas.
  • Japan files a formal complaint following the release of footage on youtube showing a us f-16 fighter plane based at misawa air base, aomori, flying at high speed through mountains at low altitude. this was in apparent violation of regulations. japanese law forbids aircraft from dropping below 150 feet in nonresidential areas.
  • Brexit negotiations: the uk house of lords approves the amendments to the european union(withdrawal) bill, in defiance of its government. these include requirements that parliament have a final say in negotiations with the european union as well as provisions for existing migrants' families to join them in britain.
  • The uk house of lords approves amendments of the european union (withdrawal bill) bill, in contempt of the government. these include requirements that parliament have final say in negotiations with the european union and provisions allowing families of existing migrants to come to the uk to join them.
  • Terrorism in sweden: three suspects in a plot to attack a terrorist attack are being held by sapo in the greater stockholm area. sapo claims the case has international connections; local media reports that one of the detainees was an uzbekistani citizen.
  • Terrorism in britain: husnain rashid, an isil terror suspect, appears before woolwich crown court. rashid pleaded not guilty to conspiring and encouraging terrorist activity, distributing terrorist material and violating a regulation of investigatory powers act notice. he is accused of posting details about prince george's school on the internet and encouraging an attack against him.
  • 2008 mumbai attacks: pakistan's interior ministry dismisses chief prosecutor chaudhry azar from the case. it concerns the murders 166 people. according to the interior ministry, azhar "did not follow the government's line". since 2009, seven alleged lashkar-e-taiba members have been charged. however, no one has been convicted in pakistan.
  • The pakistan interior ministry has removed chaudhry azhar, the chief prosecutor in the case involving the murders of 166 persons. according to the interior ministry, azhar "did not follow the government's line". since 2009, seven alleged lashkar-e-taiba members have been charged. however, no one has been convicted in pakistan.
  • Miriam maluwa, unaids programme director in ethiopia, has been suspended by the united nations. maluwa is an important witness in the sexual assault allegations against luiz loures, a programme director. loures is charged with attacking martina brostrom's colleague in a lift. he is expected to resign today. brostrom said today that she doubts the un will bring justice in reopening its investigation.
  • Politics in the united kingdom: sajid jvid is elected home secretary of the united kingdom following the resignation amber rudd's windrush scandal. he is the first home secretary to come from an ethnic minority background.
  • After amber rudd's resignation over the windrush scandal, sajid javid is appointed the united kingdom's home secretary. he is the first home secretary to come from an ethnic minority background.
  • For the first time in nine year, the palestinian national council, which is the legislative arm, meets in ramallah. agenda includes the election of an eighteen-member plo executive committee, which will transform the palestinian authority into a state with its institutions and monetary system. it also intends to end all ties with israel. the invitation is not extended to gazan rivals hamas.
  • Russian floating nuclear power station: russia’s first floating nuclear plant, akademik lomonosov sets sail from st. petersburg across the baltic sea to establish a floating power station.
  • The akademik lomonosov is russia's first floating nuclear reactor. it sails across the baltic sea starting from st. petersburg.
  • At 43 years old, the world's oldest spider, a trapdoor-spider known as "number 16", succumbs to a wasp bite.

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April 30, 2018: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on April 30, 2018:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $77.91
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $162.13
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $96.33
  • General Electric GE: opens at $14.37
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $146.86

Exchange Rates on April 30, 2018:

  • 1 USD = 0.8276 EUR
  • 1 USD = 109.267 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.7263 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.328 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.2835 CAD
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April 30, 2018: 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, 2018: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 30, 2018 is Dog and the associated element is Earth.

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April 30, 2018: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 30, 2018 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 30, 2018 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, 2018 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 08:32 pm and setting at 07:11 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 30, 2018 while the next full moon would come on May 29, 2018.

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Who was born on April 30, 2018?


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, 2018: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 5 years 11 months old,

or 71 months and 17 days old,

or 311 weeks and 1 day old,

or 2178 days old,

if you were born on April 30, 2018.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 30, 2018?

There are 14 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, 2018?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on April 30, 2018.

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April 30, 2018: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 30, 2018:

  • Travia Lee

    Travia Lee was a renowned author known for her thought-provoking and critically acclaimed works.

  • Kaziyah Zahra

    Kaziyah Zahra was a talented musician known for her soulful and emotive performances.

  • Surie Menon

    Surie Menon was a renowned Indian poet known for her lyrical and introspective works that explored themes of love, loss, and the human...

  • Jeriko Wilkins

    Jeriko Wilkins was a renowned African-American essayist who explored themes of race, identity, and social justice.

  • Alyda Greaves

    Alyda Greaves was a renowned American essayist known for her insightful and thought-provoking works.

  • Janice Murphy
  • Vittorio Strada
  • Filippo Gentiloni
  • Jomarie Ward
  • Hector Albino Martini

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, 2018: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 30, 2018:

  • 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, 2018:

  • International Jazz Day

Saints celebrated on April 30, 2018:

  • 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, 2018: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 30, 2018 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Lucky

Lucky

Release year: 2018

Directed by: John Carroll Lynch

Starring: Harry Dean Stanton, David Lynch, Ron Livingston, Ed Begley Jr.

Country: United States of America

Solo: A Star Wars Story

Solo: A Star Wars Story

Release year: 2018

Directed by: Ron Howard

Starring: Alden Ehrenreich, Woody Harrelson, Emilia Clarke, Donald Glover

Country: United States of America

Where the Buffalo Roam

Where the Buffalo Roam

Release year: 2018

Directed by: Art Linson

Starring: Peter Boyle, Bill Murray, Bruno Kirby, Rene Auberjonois

Country: United States of America

Breaking In

Breaking In

Release year: 2018

Directed by: James McTeigue

Starring: Gabrielle Union, Billy Burke, Richard Cabral, Ajiona Alexus

Country: United States of America

Charlie Says

Charlie Says

Release year: 2018

Directed by: Mary Harron

Starring: Matt Smith, Hannah Murray, Suki Waterhouse, Annabeth Gish, Chace Crawford

Country: United States of America

April 30, 2018: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 30, 2018 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

McMafia

McMafia

Release year: 2018

Hard Sun

Hard Sun

Release year: 2018

Here on Earth

Here on Earth

Release year: 2018

Directed by: Mark Piznarski

Lost in Space

Lost in Space

Release year: 2018

Directed by: Stephen Hopkins

Sweetbitter

Sweetbitter

Release year: 2018

Country: United States of America

April 30, 2018: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on April 30, 2018 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

A Higher Loyalty by James Comey

A Higher Loyalty

By:

James Comey, the former FBI director, shares his untold stories from the most high-stakes situations in his career over the past 20 years of American government. He also explores what good, ethical leadership looks and how it drives sound decision-making.

Magnolia Table by Joanna Gaines, Marah Stets

Magnolia Table

By:

#1 New York Times BestsellerMagnolia Table is infused with Joanna Gaines warmth and passion for family. It's prepared and served directly from Jo's home with recipes that are based on dozens of Gaines family favourites and classic comfort foods from …

The Fallen by David Baldacci

The Fallen

By:

Decker is one the most bizarre detectives any novelist could have imagined. - -Washington Post Amos Decker, the Memory Man. Decker was afflicted by a head injury from football that changed his personality. Decker can't remember the smallest details, which …

I'll Be Gone in the Dark by Michelle McNamara

I'll Be Gone in the Dark

By:

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * The true story of the serial rapist and murderer who terrorized California in the 70s and 80s. Also, the tragic tale of the journalist who was investigating the case and died tragically.

The Midnight Line by Lee Child

The Midnight Line

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Who was the US President on April 30, 2018?

On April 30, 2018 the US President was Donald John Trump (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 30, 2018?

On April 30, 2018 the UK Prime Minister was Theresa May (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on April 30, 2018?

On April 30, 2018 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 2018?

2018 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Kashmir conflict: After 36 hours, an armed standoff between Indian security force and Kashimiri rebels at paramilitary bases ends with eight people dying.
  • Eight people are killed and 36 hours passed between Kashimiri rebels and Indian security forces at a paramilitary station.
  • Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions: A Washington Post ad identifies Lorde as a "bigot", calling her a "bigot" after Lorde cancelled her Israeli concert.

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What was the calendar for April 2018?

April 2018 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.

Discover how April 2018 calendar looked like.

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