What happened on Wednesday June 30, 2004?

Here's what happened on June 30, 2004:

• Transfer of Power in Iraq The United States formally transferred sovereignty to the interim Iraqi government, led by Prime Minister Iyad Allawi, marking a significant milestone in the post-Saddam Hussein era of Iraq's political reconstruction.
• Saddam Hussein Trial Begins Preliminary hearings commence for the trial of former Iraqi president Saddam Hussein, who faces serious charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity, signaling a pivotal moment in international justice.
• Cassini-Huygens Spacecraft Reaches Saturn The Cassini-Huygens spacecraft successfully arrives at Saturn, beginning an unprecedented mission to explore the planet's complex ring system and moons, representing a major milestone in space exploration.
• Spain's Progressive Social Reforms Spanish Minister of Justice Juan Fernando Lopez Aguilar announces groundbreaking social legislation, including the legalization of gay marriage, rights for common-law couples, and simplified gender identity recognition.
• Israeli Supreme Court Rules on Separation Barrier In a landmark decision, the Israeli Supreme Court rules that the planned 30-kilometer separation barrier in eastern Jerusalem violates Palestinian legal rights, challenging existing security infrastructure.
• NATO Commits to Iraqi Forces Training During a summit in Istanbul, NATO leaders agree to provide training and support for Iraqi military forces, demonstrating international commitment to Iraq's security and stability.
• Canadian Federal Election Paul Martin is narrowly reelected as Canadian Prime Minister, with his Liberal party losing its majority in the House of Commons, signaling a shift in Canadian political dynamics.
• Vatican's UN Membership The Vatican is granted full membership rights to the United Nations, with the exception of voting privileges, expanding its diplomatic engagement.
• Anglican Leaders Criticize Iraq War Conduct The Archbishops of Canterbury and York write a rare and critical letter to Prime Minister Tony Blair, expressing deep concern over UK government policy and the conduct of coalition troops in Iraq, particularly regarding detainee abuse.
• Federal Reserve Interest Rate Adjustment The United States Federal Reserve raises the federal funds rate by 25%, marking its first rate increase since 2004 and signaling changes in monetary policy.
• Gloria Macapagal Arroyo's Reelection Following a controversial May 2004 presidential election, Gloria Macapagal Arroyo is sworn in for a new six-year term as President of the Philippines.

Events in 2004

June 30, 2004: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Jun. 30, 2004

June 30, 2004: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on June 30, 2004:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $44.52
• Apple AAPL: opens at $32.51
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $28.56
• General Electric GE: opens at $32.40
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $88.30

Exchange Rates on June 30, 2004:

• 1 USD = 108.87 JPY
• 1 USD = 1.3423 CAD
• 1 USD = 1.2524 CHF
• 1 EUR = 132.61 JPY
• 1 EUR = 0.6711 GBP

June 30, 2004 was a Wednesday and it was the 182nd day of the year 2004 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 30, 2004 can also be written as 6/30/2004 in the US and as 30/6/2004 in UK and Europe.

June 30, 2004 in June 2004 calendar

Famous people died on June 30, 2004:

• Eddie Burns

  Australian rugby league player (b. 1916).

• Ellen Auerbach

Famous people who died in 2004

Famous people who died on June 30th

June 30, 2004: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 30, 2004 was Burn by Usher, according to the music chart for the week June 28th and July 4th.

1. Usher - Burn
2. Usher - Confessions Part II
3. Hoobastank - The Reason
4. Alicia Keys - If I Ain't Got You
5. Juvenile - Slow Motion

June 30, 2004: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 30, 2004 was I Don't Wanna Know by Mario Winans featuring Enya & P Diddy, according to the music chart for the week June 28th and July 4th.

1. Mario Winans featuring Enya & P Diddy - I Don't Wanna Know
2. Frankee - FURB (F U Right Back)
3. Kelis - Trick Me
4. Cassidy featuring R Kelly - Hotel
5. Eamon - F**k It (I Don't Want You Back)

June 30, 2004: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 30, 2004 was If I Ain't Got You by Alicia Keys, according to the music chart for the week June 28th and July 4th.

1. Alicia Keys - If I Ain't Got You
2. Usher - Confessions Part II
3. Usher - Burn
4. Juvenile Featuring Soulja Slim - Slow Motion
5. Lloyd Banks - On Fire

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 30th is Cancer.

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Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 30, 2004: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 30, 2004 is Monkey and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 30, 2004 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 30, 2004 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 June 30, 2004 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 07:05 pm and setting at 04:04 am.

The previous full moon was on Jun 03, 2004 while the next full moon would come on Jul 02, 2004.

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Your place in the Universe on June 30, 2004

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Someone born on June 30, 2004 is:

20 years 9 months old,

or 249 months and 24 days old,

or 1086 weeks

or 7602 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 30, 2004?

There are 68 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday June 30th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 30, 2004?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on June 30, 2004.

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