What happened on Wednesday July 31, 2002?

Here's what happened on July 31, 2002:

• US Senate Hearings on Iraq Invasion The United States Senate's Foreign Relations Committee commenced hearings regarding the proposed invasion of Iraq, marking a critical diplomatic and strategic discussion that would have profound geopolitical implications.
• Hebrew University Cafeteria Bombing A terrorist bombing at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem's cafeteria resulted in nine fatalities, representing a tragic act of violence during a period of ongoing regional conflict.
• Canonization of Saint Juan Diego Pope John Paul II canonized Saint Juan Diego, a Mexican Indian who experienced a vision of the Virgin Mary, Our Lady of Guadalupe, during a significant religious ceremony in Mexico.
• Stock Market Recovery Financial markets showed signs of recovery following the stock market crash of 2002, indicating gradual economic stabilization and investor confidence.
• Oil Pipeline Spill in Romania Torrential rains in southern Romania caused significant environmental damage near the village of Manesti, located 50km north of Bucharest. The extreme weather conditions led to a pipeline rupture, resulting in thousands of liters of oil spilling into the Prahova River, creating an ecological hazard.
• Establishment of Malaysian Space Agency Malaysia officially established its national space agency, the Malaysian National Space Agency, marking a significant milestone in the country's scientific and technological development.
• Magnitude 6.5 Earthquake in Southern Panama A significant seismic event occurred in southern Panama, registering 6.5 on the Richter scale. The earthquake resulted in approximately 20 injuries, some building damage and structural collapses. The tremors were strongly felt in parts of Argentina and Costa Rica, highlighting the regional impact of the geological event.

Events in 2002

July 31, 2002: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jul. 31, 2002

Newspapers from Jul. 31, 2002

July 31, 2002: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on July 31, 2002:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $35.52
• Apple AAPL: opens at $15.40
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $47.61
• General Electric GE: opens at $31.60
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $70.75

Exchange Rates on July 31, 2002:

• 1 USD = 119.77 JPY
• 1 USD = 1.5858 CAD
• 1 USD = 1.4873 CHF
• 1 EUR = 116.99 JPY
• 1 EUR = 0.625 GBP

July 31, 2002 was a Wednesday and it was the 212th day of the year 2002 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 31, 2002 can also be written as 7/31/2002 in the US and as 31/7/2002 in UK and Europe.

July 31, 2002 in July 2002 calendar

July 31, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 31, 2002 was Hot In Herre by Nelly, according to the music chart for the week July 29th and August 4th.

1. Nelly - Hot In Herre
2. Avril Lavigne - Complicated
3. Nelly - Dilemma
4. P. Diddy - I Need A Girl (Part Two)
5. Chad Kroeger - Hero

July 31, 2002: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 31, 2002 was The Logical Song by Scooter, according to the music chart for the week July 29th and August 4th.

1. Scooter - The Logical Song
2. Elvis vs JXL - A Little Less Conversation
3. Gareth Gates - Anyone Of Us (Stupid Mistake)
4. Nelly - Hot In Herre
5. The Calling - Wherever You Will Go

July 31, 2002: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 31, 2002 was Hot In Herre by Nelly, according to the music chart for the week July 29th and August 4th.

1. Nelly - Hot In Herre
2. P. Diddy & Ginuwine Featuring Loon, Mario Winans & Tammy Ruggeri - I Need A Girl (Part Two)
3. Irv Gotti Presents The Inc. Featuring Ja Rule, Ashanti, Charli Baltimore & Vita - Down 4 U
4. N.O.R.E. - Nothin'
5. Mario - Just A Friend 2002

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 31st is Leo.

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July 31, 2002: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 31, 2002 is Horse and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 31, 2002 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 31, 2002 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 July 31, 2002 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 47% full, rising at 11:36 pm and setting at 01:45 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 24, 2002 while the next full moon would come on Aug 22, 2002.

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Your place in the Universe on July 31, 2002

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Someone born on July 31, 2002 is:

22 years 9 months old,

or 273 months and 14 days old,

or 1189 weeks

or 8323 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 31, 2002?

There are 78 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday July 31st 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 31, 2002?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on July 31, 2002.

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