Sunday August 10, 2003: on this day

August 10, 2003 was the 222nd day of the year 2003, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is August 10, 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 August 10, 2003, who was born and died on August 10, 2003, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 10, 2003, which were the most popular songs (ex. Crazy In Love by Beyonce), movies (e.g. The Bourne Identity, directed by Doug Liman), TV series (e.g. Wild Card) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 10th, 2003 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 10, 2003?


August 10, 2003 was a Sunday and it was the 222nd day of the year 2003 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 10, 2003 can also be written as 8/10/2003 in the US and as 10/8/2003 in UK and Europe.

August 10, 2003 in August 2003 calendar

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August 10, 2003: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 10, 2003:

  • The united kingdom's highest recorded temperature was 38.5?c (101.3?f) in kent. this is the first time that the united kingdom has ever recorded temperatures above 100 degrees (38?c).
  • Nato assumes command of afghanistan's peacekeeping force, marking the nato's first major operation outside europe in 54 years.
  • Riduan isamuddin is a jemaah islamiah leader and was arrested in bangkok, thailand.
  • Paris heat waves can cause temperatures of up to 44 degrees celsius (112 degrees f).
  • The northeastern united states, and south-central canada are affected by a widespread power outage.
  • Near the greek ionian island of lefkada 24, a 6.4 richter earthquake causes injuries.
  • A rally was held in france to protest the next round of trade liberalization talks in mexico.
  • Metropolitan police commissioner sir john stevens gives british police in london ampquotshoot-on-sightampquot orders to deal with possible suicide bombers as expectations rise of an al-qaeda attack on the british capital.
  • Pope john paul ii calls on catholics to pray for rain in europe during the continuing heat wave. heathrow experiences a heat wave that reaches 100 degrees fahrenheit (36.7 celsius) for the first time ever. as the mountain glaciers melt, warnings are issued for avalanches in the alps.
  • Charles taylor, liberia's president and a convicted war criminal, is set to resign tomorrow. he appealed for rebels to "submit to democracy." he also accused the united states of funding rebels that have been invading monrovia's capital for the past week.
  • Iain duncan smith, leader of the british conservative party, demands that tony blair apologize for comments made by tom kelly, his press secretary. kelly made a comparison between dr. david kelly (the bbc source who took his life after his identity was revealed to him by the ministry of defence), and the fictional character ''walter mitty.
  • In hezbollah's shelling of shlomi, a northern israeli town, a 16-year-old israeli was shot dead and five others were injured. in response, israeli planes attacked hezbollah targets near lebanon. sources claim that hezbollah's response was to israel's car bomb attack on ali hussein saleh, a member of hezbollah, in beirut on aug 3. two passersby were also injured.
  • Retired south african archbishop desmond tutu, and archbishop njongonkulu winston ndungane fail to understand the significance of the ordination of gay bishops. however, other african anglicans have suggested that their churches could cut ties with american dioceses that supported this election if the "path of deviationampquot is not altered.
  • War on terrorism. the sunday times reports al-qaeda terrorists infiltrated iraq via surrounding arab countries, and have joined forces with ex-intelligence agents of saddam hussein in order to defeat the coalition forces. they have also killed coalition soldiers as well as iraqi police officers.
  • Retired south african archbishop desmond tutu, and archbishop njongonkulu winston ndungane his successor fail to understand the "all the fuss" over the ordination gay bishop. however, other african anglicans have suggested that their churches could cut relations with american dioceses that supported the election.
  • Brogdale, near faversham in kent is the uk's highest recorded temperature at 38.5 degrees celsius (101.3 degrees fahrenheit). it's the first time that the uk has ever recorded temperatures above 100 degrees fahrenheit.
  • The okinawa urban monorail is opened in naha, okinawa.

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August 10, 2003: What were the main match results that day?

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Beveren - Gent : 2 - 4
  • Heusden Zolder - Cercle Brugge : 0 - 0
  • Mouscron - Standard : 2 - 2

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Ein Frankfurt - Leverkusen : 1 - 2
  • Stuttgart - Hertha : 0 - 0

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Nurnberg - Burghausen : 2 - 0
  • Oberhausen - Ahlen : 1 - 3
  • Osnabruck - Karlsruhe : 1 - 2
  • Union Berlin - Cottbus : 0 - 1
  • Unterhaching - Duisburg : 1 - 0

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Lorient - Le Havre : 2 - 0
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August 10, 2003: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 10th is Leo.

Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.

Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 10, 2003: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 10, 2003 is Goat and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on August 10th, 2003 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 10, 2003: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

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The moon phase on August 10, 2003 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 10, 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 August 10, 2003 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 07:34 pm and setting at 04:58 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 13, 2003 while the next full moon would come on Aug 12, 2003.

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Who was born on August 10, 2003?


Famous people born on August 10, 2003:

  • Cristina Arámbula
  • Illja Kovtun
  • Lucía Varela
  • Luca Vincini

Whose famous birthday is on August 10th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 10th:

  • Mahesh Babu
    Mahesh Babu

    Mahesh babu is a prominent indian actor known for his work in telugu cinema.

  • Justin Theroux
    Justin Theroux

    Justin theroux is an american actor known for his roles in tv shows like the leftovers and films like mulholland drive and the girl on the...

  • Antonio Banderas
    Antonio Banderas

    He was a spanish actor who became a well-known leading man in spanish films.

  • Norma Shearer
    Norma Shearer

    Norma Shearer was a Canadian-American actress who was popular in the 1920s and 1930s.

  • Rosanna Arquette
    Rosanna Arquette

    American actress, born to a family of three generations liberal actors.

  • Angie Harmon
    Angie Harmon

    Angie harmon is an american actress and model known for her roles in tv shows such as law & order and rizzoli & isles.

  • Devon Aoki
    Devon Aoki

    Devon Aoki is a well-known model and actress.

  • Eddie Fisher
    Eddie Fisher

    American crooner from the 1950's.

  • Rhonda Fleming
    Rhonda Fleming

    American actress.

  • Diane Venora
    Diane Venora

    American actress.

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August 10, 2003: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 20 years 8 months old,

or 248 months and 9 days old,

or 1079 weeks and 5 days old,

or 7558 days old,

if you were born on August 10, 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 August 10, 2003?

There are 113 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 10th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 10, 2003?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 10, 2003.

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August 10, 2003: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 10, 2003:

  • Welborn Hudson

    Renowned poet whose works often focused on nature and spirituality.

  • Carmita Jimenez

    Carmita Jimenez was a successful swimmer who competed in the Olympics and won several medals for her country.

  • Cedric Price
  • Martín Clutet

What famous deaths happened on August 10th?

Famous deaths on August 10th:

  • Isaac Hayes
    Isaac Hayes

    American singer, composer and black performer.

  • Raquel Torres
    Raquel Torres

    Raquel Torres was a Mexican-American actress who appeared in several Hollywood films during the 1920s and 1930s.

  • Dick Foran
    Dick Foran

    Flemington (new jersey) -- actor (ok crackerby).

  • Rex Cherryman
    Rex Cherryman

    American actor (born 1897).

  • Laylin Olsen

    Bestselling author of several acclaimed novels.

  • Zema Williams

    Legendary wrestler who made a mark in the wrestling world.

  • Sayeed Abubakar

    Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.

  • Alleta Jacobs

    Dutch suffragette and author known for her feminist writings.

  • Lysbeth de Vos

    Notable chemist known for her groundbreaking research in organic chemistry.

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August 10, 2003: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 10, 2003:

  • Roman festivals - Opalia, festival in honor of Ops
  • Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 3 saints: St. Laurence
  • Prisoner's Justice Day - Canada.
  • Independence Day in Ecuador -- Movement began in Quito in 1809. Independence not achieved till May 1822.
  • St. Deusdedit
  • Ancient Latvia - Labrenca Diena held
  • St. Blaan
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August 10, 2003: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 10, 2003 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 4th and August 10th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 10, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 10, 2003 was Crazy In Love by Beyonce, according to the music chart for the week August 4th and August 10th.

August 10, 2003: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 10, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 4th and August 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Crazy In Love
  2. - Right Thurr
  3. - Rock Wit U (Awww Baby)
  4. - Magic Stick
  5. - Unwell

August 10, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 10, 2003 was Breathe by Blu Cantrell featuring Sean Paul, according to the music chart for the week August 4th and August 10th.

August 10, 2003: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 10, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 4th and August 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Breathe
  2. - Never Gonna Leave Your Side
  3. - Never Leave You (Uh Oooh, Uh Oooh)
  4. - Pretty Green Eyes
  5. - Crazy In Love

August 10, 2003: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 10, 2003 was Crazy In Love by Beyonce Featuring Jay Z, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 4th and August 10th.

August 10, 2003: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 10, 2003 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 4th and August 10th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Crazy In Love
  2. - Right Thurr
  3. - In Those Jeans
  4. - P.I.M.P.
  5. - So Gone

August 10, 2003: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 10, 2003 was Jaleo by Ricky Martin, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 4th and August 10th.

August 10, 2003: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 10, 2003 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 4th and August 10th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Jaleo
  2. - Fotografia
  3. - Tu Amor O Tu Desprecio
  4. - Un Siglo Sin Ti
  5. - Quitemonos La Ropa

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August 10, 2003: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 10, 2003 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Bourne Identity

The Bourne Identity

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Doug Liman

Starring: Franka Potente, Matt Damon, Chris Cooper, Clive Owen

Country: United States of America

Jacob's Ladder

Jacob's Ladder

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Adrian Lyne

Starring: Tim Robbins, Elizabeth Peña, Danny Aiello, Matt Craven

Country: United States of America

About Schmidt

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

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

Roger Dodger

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Dylan Kidd

Starring: Campbell Scott, Jesse Eisenberg, Isabella Rossellini, Elizabeth Berkley

Country: United States of America

August 10, 2003: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 10, 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:

Wild Card

Wild Card

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Simon West

Deal or No Deal

Deal or No Deal

Release year: 2003

Alienated

Alienated

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Brian Ackley

Saaya

Saaya

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Anurag Basu

Monster House

Monster House

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Gil Kenan

August 10, 2003: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 10, 2003 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Living History by Hillary Rodham Clinton

Living History

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Author of the Instant #1 New York Times Bestseller "What Happened the Phenomenal #1 Worldwide BestselleraEUR".

The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown

The Da Vinci Code

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PREMIUM MASS Market Edition #1 Worldwide Bestseller - More Than 80 Million Copies Sold. The Da Vinci Code is an extraordinary reading experience that millions around the world have discovered.

Gone Too Far by Suzanne Brockmann

Gone Too Far

By:

Suzanne Brockmann, the bestselling author of thrillers, dives into the adrenaline-rushing world of counterterrorism and taps into the true passions of the brave men and women who live there.

Seizure by Robin Cook

Seizure

By:

The New York Times Bestseller is now available in paperback. The new novel by the master of medical thrillers combines power, religion, bioscience, and politics.

Naked Empire by Terry Goodkind

Naked Empire

By:

Terry Goodkind's fantasy novels have delighted millions of readers around the world, starting with Wizard's First Rule. Then moving on to six more masterpieces.

August 10, 2003: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 10, 2003 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Casino, Inc.

Casino, Inc.

Platform: Windows

Genre: Business simulation game

Publisher: Konami

Alter Echo

Alter Echo

Platform: PlayStation 2, Xbox

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: THQ

Def Jam Vendetta

Def Jam Vendetta

Platform: PlayStation 2, GameCube

Genre: Sports, Fighting

Publisher: Electronic Arts

Crazy Taxi: Catch a Ride

Crazy Taxi: Catch a Ride

Platform: Game Boy Advance

Genre: Racing, Action

Publisher: THQ

Bomberman Land 2

Bomberman Land 2

Platform: GameCube, PlayStation 2

Genre: Party

Publisher: Hudson Soft

history

Who was the US President on August 10, 2003?

On August 10, 2003 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 10, 2003?

On August 10, 2003 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on August 10, 2003?

On August 10, 2003 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about August 10th?

August 10th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 10th day of the month of August. 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 August 10th, such as:

  • 2018 - Ghazni offensive, war in afghanistan: the taliban launch a large-scale military offensive in an attempt to take over ghazni in the southeastern part of afghanistan. this is a provincial capital located on the kabul–kandahar highway. they take over a portion of the city.
  • 2017 - Economy of the united states: new york state's gatehouse media has announced an agreement to purchase 11 u.s. newspapers owned by morris communications, georgia. the deal includes the log cabin democrat, which was founded in 1879 and three alaskan newspapers, the juneau empire clarion, peninsula clarion, and homer news. the deal is expected close by october 2. (adweek.) dineequity announced that it will close 160 applebee's restaurants and ihop restaurants.
  • 2016 - Ukrainian crisis: russia’s federal security service (fsb), claims it has stopped two armed ukrainian incursions in crimea. at least one of the officers was killed after a "massive fight" with "sabotage terrorist" groups. the russian claims are denied by ukraine.

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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 August 2003?

August 2003 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.

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