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October 30, 2003 was the 303rd day of the year 2003, under the sign of Scorpio and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is October 30, 2003 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on October 30, 2003, who was born and died on October 30, 2003, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 30, 2003, which were the most popular songs (ex. Baby Boy by Beyonce), movies (e.g. The Bourne Identity, directed by Doug Liman), TV series (e.g. Shattered City: The Halifax Explosion) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 30th, 2003 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 30, 2003?
- October 30, 2003: What happened on that day?
- October 30, 2003: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
- October 30, 2003: What were the main match results that day?
- October 30, 2003: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 30, 2003: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 30, 2003?
- October 30, 2003: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- October 30, 2003: What famous people died on that day?
- October 30, 2003: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 30, 2003: Number 1 song on that day
- October 30, 2003: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 30, 2003: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 30, 2003: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 30, 2003: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 30, 2003?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 30, 2003?
- Who was the Pope on October 30, 2003?
What day of the week was October 30, 2003?
October 30, 2003 was a Thursday and it was the 303rd day of the year 2003 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 30, 2003 can also be written as 10/30/2003 in the US and as 30/10/2003 in UK and Europe.
October 30, 2003: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 30, 2003:
- Two-hour-long terror scare at washington's capitol follows the use of a plastic toy gun as part of halloween costumes.
- Economics: according to the united states department of commerce, the u.s. gross domestic product grew at 7.2% per year in the third quarter. this is the highest growth rate since 1984.
- Russia: vladimir putin resigns as chief of staff. the political struggle with the ampquotrussian oligarchsampquot, and between hardliners and liberals continues.
- Iraq war: two contracts for the repair of iraq's oil refineries, pipelines and other infrastructures are being delayed by officials due to sabotage and disrepair.
- After 22 years of power, mahathir bin mohamad, malaysia's prime minister, has decided to retire. dato' seri abdullah ahmad badawi succeeds him[10].
- Israel: israel plans to train pigs for guard work in israeli settlements. pigs are more sensitive to smell than dogs, and can be trained so that they can walk towards threats (e.g. explosives).
- Vladimir putin appoints his chief of staff. the political struggle between the "russian oligarchs" as well as between hard-liners, liberals and conservatives continues. russian judicial authorities have taken control of yukos the huge oil company.
October 30, 2003: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on October 30, 2003:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $37.31
- Apple AAPL: opens at $23.99
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $27.01
- General Electric GE: opens at $29.15
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $90.00
Exchange Rates on October 30, 2003:
- 1 USD = 108.75 JPY
- 1 USD = 1.3142 CAD
- 1 USD = 1.3323 CHF
- 1 EUR = 126.53 JPY
- 1 EUR = 0.6856 GBP
October 30, 2003: What were the main match results that day?
La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)
- Ath Madrid - Sociedad : 4 - 0
October 30, 2003: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 30th is Scorpio.
Scorpio is the 8th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between October 23rd and November 21st belong to the Scorpio sign: discover Scorpio personality and who should a Scorpio marry.
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 30, 2003: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 30, 2003 is Goat and the associated element is Water.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 30th, 2003 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 30, 2003: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 30, 2003 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 30, 2003 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 30, 2003 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 49% full, rising at 12:26 pm and setting at 10:35 pm.
The previous full moon was on Oct 10, 2003 while the next full moon would come on Nov 09, 2003.
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Who was born on October 30, 2003?
Famous people born on October 30, 2003:
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Jake BrennanJake brennan is a young tv actor known for his role in the popular sitcom 'modern family'.
- Alberto Bruttomesso
- Antonio Satriano
- Brice Sensabaugh
- Thea Minyan Bjørseth
Whose famous birthday is on October 30th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 30th:
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Adam CopelandAdam copeland, also known as edge, is a retired professional wrestler who achieved fame in the wwe and is known for his multiple...
![Dan Castellaneta]()
Dan CastellanetaDan castellaneta is an american actor best known for providing the voice of homer simpson on the animated television series the simpsons.
![Fanny Brice]()
Fanny BriceFanny brice was a renowned comedian known for her work in vaudeville, broadway, and radio, and for her iconic portrayal of the character...
![Ashley Graham]()
Ashley GrahamAshley graham is a well-known american model who is celebrated for her work in promoting body positivity and diversity in the fashion...
![Gavin Rossdale]()
Gavin RossdaleAn actor and musician from england, bush was the lead singer and rhythm guitar of the rock band.
![Louis Malle]()
Louis MalleFrench director and film maker, who was first recognized for "the lovers", his second film.
![Nia Long]()
Nia LongNia long is an american actress known for her roles in popular films and tv shows such as 'boyz n the hood' and 'the fresh prince of...
![Matthew Morrison]()
Matthew MorrisonMatthew morrison is an american actor, singer, and dancer, best known for his role as will schuester on the television show glee.
![Claude Lelouch]()
Claude LelouchHe is a french film producer and screenwriter, who rose to fame as a 13-year-old.
![Henry Winkler]()
Henry WinklerAmerican actor who was most well-known for his role as the brazen, ultra-cool biker arthur fonzie fonzarelli in the tv series happy days.
October 30, 2003: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 20 years 5 months old,
or 245 months and 19 days old,
or 1068 weeks
or 7476 days old,
if you were born on October 30, 2003.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old,
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 30, 2003?
There are 195 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 30th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 30, 2003?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on October 30, 2003.
October 30, 2003: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 30, 2003:
- Steve O'Rourke
English race car driver and manager (d. 2003).
- Börje Leander
- Alessandro Galante Garrone
- Franco Bonisolli
- Ron Davies
What famous deaths happened on October 30th?
Famous deaths on October 30th:
![Georges Brassens]()
Georges BrassensFrench composer, poet, and singer.
![Steve Allen]()
Steve AllenAmerican comedian, actor, singer, master host, host, and writer of fiction (49 novels), poetry, humor and mystery.
![Robert Goulet]()
Robert GouletAmerican singer and handsome lead man, who won a tony for the broadway musical "the happy time.
![Ramon Novarro]()
Ramon NovarroMexican-american actor, who was the star of silent film and won wide acclaim with his dashing roles in "the prisoner of zenda", and...
![Al Molinaro]()
Al MolinaroAmerican actor (d. 2015).
![June Duprez]()
June DuprezActress (calcutta tiger fang), is killed at 66.
- Joseph Campbell
American mythologist known for his work on comparative mythology and the hero's journey.
- Zakariya al-Razi
A renowned Persian polymath who made significant contributions to the fields of medicine, alchemy, and philosophy.
- Emmerich Kálmán
Emmerich Kálmán was a Hungarian composer best known for his operettas.
- Roberth Fisk
Renowned war correspondent and Middle East expert.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 30th
October 30, 2003: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 30, 2003:
- St. Marcel
- Bl. John Slade
- St. Theonestus
- St. Talacrian
- St. Macarius
- St. Herbert
- St. Serapion
- USA - Mischief Night in some areas (known as Devil's Night in Detroit)
- Also see October 30 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- St. Zenobius & Zenobia
October 30, 2003: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 30, 2003 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 27th and November 2nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 30, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 30, 2003 was Baby Boy by Beyonce, according to the music chart for the week October 27th and November 2nd.
October 30, 2003: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 30, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 27th and November 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Beyonce - Baby Boy
- Ludacris - Stand Up
- Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz - Get Low
- YoungBloodZ - Damn!
- Nelly - Shake Ya Tailfeather
October 30, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on October 30, 2003 was Where Is The Love? by The Black Eyed Peas, according to the music chart for the week October 27th and November 2nd.
October 30, 2003: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on October 30, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 27th and November 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Black Eyed Peas - Where Is The Love?
- The Darkness - I Believe In A Thing Called Love
- Rachel Stevens - Sweet Dreams My LA Ex
- Jamelia - Superstar
- Dido - White Flag
October 30, 2003: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 30, 2003 was Stand Up by Ludacris Featuring Shawnna, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 27th and November 2nd.
October 30, 2003: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 30, 2003 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 27th and November 2nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Ludacris Featuring Shawnna - Stand Up
- Beyonce Featuring Sean Paul - Baby Boy
- Ashanti - Rain On Me
- YoungBloodZ Featuring Lil Jon - Damn!
- R. Kelly - Step In The Name Of Love
October 30, 2003: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on October 30, 2003 was Hoy by Gloria Estefan, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 27th and November 2nd.
October 30, 2003: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on October 30, 2003 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 27th and November 2nd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Gloria Estefan - Hoy
- Luis Miguel - Te Necesito
- Obie Bermudez - Antes
- Chayanne - Un Siglo Sin Ti
- Los Huracanes del Norte - Nomas Por Tu Culpa
October 30, 2003: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 30, 2003 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Bourne Identity
Release year: 2003
Directed by: Doug Liman
Starring: Franka Potente, Matt Damon, Chris Cooper, Clive Owen
Country: United States of America
Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World
Release year: 2003
Directed by: Peter Weir
Starring: Russell Crowe, Paul Bettany, Billy Boyd, James D'Arcy
Country: United States of America
About Schmidt
Release year: 2003
Directed by: Alexander Payne
Starring: Jack Nicholson, Hope Davis, Dermot Mulroney, Kathy Bates
Country: United States of America
Phone Booth
Release year: 2003
Directed by: Joel Schumacher
Starring: Colin Farrell, Kiefer Sutherland, Forest Whitaker, Radha Mitchell
Country: United States of America
Roger Dodger
Release year: 2003
Directed by: Dylan Kidd
Starring: Campbell Scott, Jesse Eisenberg, Isabella Rossellini, Elizabeth Berkley
Country: United States of America
October 30, 2003: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 30, 2003 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Shattered City: The Halifax Explosion
Release year: 2003
Directed by: Bruce Pittman
Peep Show
Release year: 2003
Written by: Jesse Armstrong, Sam Bain, Andrew O'Connor
Starring: David Mitchell, Robert Webb, Matt King, Olivia Colman
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
October 30, 2003: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 30, 2003 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Bleachers
By: John Grisham
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERHigh-school all-American Neely Crnshaw was the most successful quarterback to ever play for the famed Messina Spartans. Now, 15 years have passed since those glorious days and Neely is back in Messina to honor Coach Eddie …
Hello, Darkness
By: Sandra Brown
Hello, Darkness is the #1 New York Times bestselling novelist of Seeing Red. It's a fast-paced, brilliant tale about a woman who has been haunted by her past, and trapped in a nightmare that threatens her future.
Bushwhacked
By: Molly Ivins and Lou Dubose
Bushwhacked is a satirical and comical indictment about the policies of President George W. Bush. It chronicles the devastating effects of his administration on those who elected him.
Persecution
By: David Limbaugh
David Limbaugh, a New York Times bestseller exposes the liberal hypocrisy that promotes political correctness and discriminates against Christianity in this New York Times bestseller. From the end of school prayer to the complete eradication
Lies and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them: A Fair and Balanced Look at the Right
By: Al Franken
Al Franken, "one our most savviest humorists" ( People), tackles the issues, politicians and pundits in one the most anticipated books this year.
October 30, 2003: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 30, 2003 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Desktop Defender 2: Battle For Existence
Billy Hatcher and the Giant Egg
Dragon Quest Monsters: Caravan Heart
Dominions II: The Ascension Wars
Disney's Hide and Sneak
Who was the US President on October 30, 2003?
On October 30, 2003 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 30, 2003?
On October 30, 2003 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on October 30, 2003?
On October 30, 2003 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about October 30th?
October 30th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 30th day of the month of October. 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 October 30th, such as:
- 2018 - 2018 pacific typhoon season: typhoon yutu creates landslides and leaves at least four people dead in the philippines.
- 2017 - Gaza-israel conflict: seven hamas militants are killed when an idf destroys a tunnel that was partially completed from gaza strip's border. it crossed into israeli territory. many more were killed in rescue operations.
- 2016 - Sinai insurgency: six insurgents and 4 soldiers were killed in a military operation in north sinai governorate.
What happened in 2003?
2003 was filled with very interesting events such as
- The 108th United States Congress is sworn in, including incoming freshmen Senators Saxby Chambliss (Republican-Georgia), Lindsey Graham (Republican-South Carolina), John Sununu (Republican-New Hampshire), Lamar Alexander (Republican-Tennessee), Elizabeth Dole (Republican-North Carolina), Norm Coleman (Republican-Minnesota), and Mark Pryor (Democrat-Arkansas).
- With a Republican Senate majority, the US Congress meets
- All 21 passengers on board US Airways Express Flight 5481 are killed when it crashes at Charlotte/Douglas International Airport, Charlotte, North Carolina.
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What was the calendar for October 2003?
October 2003 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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.
