What happened on Friday October 26, 2007?

Here's what happened on October 26, 2007:

• Apple Releases Mac OS X Leopard Apple Inc. launched Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, the sixth major release of its operating system, introducing significant technological improvements and new features.
• Annual EU-Russia Summit in Lisbon Leaders of Russia and the European Union convened for their annual summit in Lisbon, discussing diplomatic relations, economic cooperation, and geopolitical matters.
• Explosion at Mexican Consulate in New York City A significant security incident occurred at the Mexican Consulate in New York City when two hand grenades, supplemented by additional explosive material, caused an explosion. Seven people were injured, windows were shattered, and debris was scattered throughout the building.
• Death of Arthur Kornberg, Renowned Biochemist Arthur Kornberg, a distinguished American biochemist who made significant contributions to understanding DNA synthesis and molecular biology, passed away.
• Death of Khun Sa, Notorious Burmese Drug Warlord Chang Chi-Fu, known as 'Khun Sa', a powerful heroin trade master in Myanmar who dominated the drug trade until 1996, died in Yangon at age 73.
• UN Security Council Urges Nepal's Election Process The UN Security Council called on Nepal to expedite the election of its Constituent Assembly, emphasizing the importance of democratic transition and political stability.
• Joseph Estrada Freed After Presidential Pardon Joseph Estrada, former President of the Philippines, was granted freedom after receiving a pardon from current President Gloria Arroyo, marking a significant political development.
• Passing of Paul Erhardt, Pioneering Television Chef Friedman Paul Erhardt, a German-American television chef who helped popularize culinary programming, died. He was an early innovator in bringing cooking demonstrations to television audiences.
• Death of Nicolae Dobrin, Romanian Football Player Nicolae Dobrin, a notable Romanian football player who was a significant figure in mid-20th century European football, passed away. Known for his skills and contributions to Romanian sports.
• Singapore's Kallang-Paya Lebar Expressway Milestone The southern segment of the Kallang-Paya Lebar Expressway in Singapore is set to become the longest subterranean tunnel road in Southeast Asia, representing a significant infrastructure achievement.

Events in 2007

October 26, 2007: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Oct. 26, 2007

October 26, 2007: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on October 26, 2007:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $92.74
• Apple AAPL: opens at $185.29
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $36.01
• General Electric GE: opens at $40.35
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $113.00

Exchange Rates on October 26, 2007:

• 1 USD = 114.17 JPY
• 1 USD = 0.9618 CAD
• 1 USD = 1.1641 CHF
• 1 USD = 7.488 CNY
• 1 EUR = 164.33 JPY

October 26, 2007: What were the main match results that day?

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

• Gent - Bergen : 2 - 0

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

• Ein Frankfurt - Hannover : 0 - 0

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

• Aachen - Hoffenheim : 2 - 2
• Greuther Furth - M'gladbach : 1 - 3
• Mainz - Augsburg : 1 - 1
• Munich 1860 - Offenbach : 3 - 0
• St Pauli - Wehen : 1 - 1

Division 2 - Football (France)

• Ajaccio - Bastia : 1 - 3
• Amiens - Chateauroux : 1 - 2
• Angers - Le Havre : 1 - 2
• Boulogne - Gueugnon : 0 - 0
• Dijon - Libourne : 3 - 1

October 26, 2007 was a Friday and it was the 299th day of the year 2007 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 26, 2007 can also be written as 10/26/2007 in the US and as 26/10/2007 in UK and Europe.

October 26, 2007 in October 2007 calendar

Famous people died on October 26, 2007:

• Arthur Kornberg

  Renowned American biochemist who won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1959 for his discovery of the mechanisms of DNA...

• Friedman Paul Erhardt

  German-American chef and television host who was a prominent culinary personality in his time.

• Nicolae Dobrin

  Renowned Romanian footballer and manager who played a significant role in Romanian football during his career and passed away in 2007.

Famous people who died in 2007

Famous people who died on October 26th

October 26, 2007: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 26, 2007 was Crank That (Soulja Boy) by Soulja Boy Tell'em, according to the music chart for the week October 22nd and October 28th.

1. Soulja Boy Tell'em - Crank That (Soulja Boy)
2. Kanye West - Stronger
3. Timbaland - Apologize
4. Alicia Keys - No One
5. Colbie Caillat - Bubbly

October 26, 2007: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 26, 2007 was About You Now by Sugababes, according to the music chart for the week October 22nd and October 28th.

1. Sugababes - About You Now
2. Ida Corr vs Fedde Le Grand - Let Me Think About It
3. Mark Ronson featuring Amy Winehouse - Valerie
4. Shayne Ward - No U Hang Up / If That's Ok With You
5. 50 Cent featuring Justin Timberlake & Timbaland - Ayo Technology

October 26, 2007: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 26, 2007 was No One by Alicia Keys, according to the music chart for the week October 22nd and October 28th.

1. Alicia Keys - No One
2. J. Holiday - Bed
3. Justin Timberlake Duet With Beyonce - Until The End Of Time
4. Keyshia Cole Featuring Missy Elliott & Lil Kim - Let It Go
5. Kanye West Featuring T-Pain - Good Life

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 26th is Scorpio.

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October 26, 2007: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 26, 2007 is Pig and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 26, 2007 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 26, 2007 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 26, 2007 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 05:59 pm and setting at 09:17 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 26, 2007 while the next full moon would come on Nov 24, 2007.

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Your place in the Universe on October 26, 2007

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Someone born on October 26, 2007 is:

17 years 6 months old,

or 210 months and 14 days old,

or 915 weeks and 1 day old,

or 6406 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 26, 2007?

There are 169 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday October 26th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 26, 2007?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on October 26, 2007.

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