Saturday October 18, 2003: on this day

October 18, 2003 was the 291st day of the year 2003, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is October 18, 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 18, 2003, who was born and died on October 18, 2003, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 18, 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 18th, 2003 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 18, 2003?


October 18, 2003 was a Saturday and it was the 291st day of the year 2003 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 18, 2003 can also be written as 10/18/2003 in the US and as 18/10/2003 in UK and Europe.

October 18, 2003 in October 2003 calendar

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October 18, 2003: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 18, 2003:

  • Bolivian gas war: president gonzalo sánchez de lozada is forced to resign.
  • Asia - international relations. leaders from pacific-rim countries gather in bangkok to attend the 11th asian pacific economic cooperation conference (apec). the arrival of president george w. bush in thailand is ahead of an apec summit with 21 leaders from asia-pacific countries. this conference will be dominated likely by discussions about the war on terrorism, trade friction between poor and rich nations (trade) and currency.
  • Middle east: al jazeera broadcasts new audio tapes claiming to be from osama bin laden.
  • Occupation of iraq: the spanish government, one the most staunch supporters of the attack against iraq, has pledged for several years to support reconstruction in iraq.
  • Petroleum: the state-owned oil company in zimbabwe is said to have run out fuel, thereby escalating the ongoing fuel crisis.
  • Officials declare an emergency because of severe flooding in squamish (british columbia). some parts of the town have been evacuated.
  • Jean chretien from canada, the canadian prime minister, is escorted out of kabul after reports of a rocket strike. these reports are unfounded.
  • Kosovo: the first death from forced starvation in europe in the past 50 years. zhivorad velikinac, 65, of urosevac, died in hospital in kosovska mitrovica. he had not eaten for over a month. his albanian neighbors threatened to stop him from getting food, while other serbs were afraid to visit him.
  • Bolivian gas conflict: bolivian president gonzalo sánchez de lozada is forced to resign and leave bolivia.

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October 18, 2003: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

  • Ancona - Juventus : 2 - 3
  • Brescia - Inter : 2 - 2

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Bergen - Antwerp : 1 - 0
  • Club Brugge - Westerlo : 4 - 0
  • Germinal - Beveren : 2 - 1
  • Lokeren - Heusden Zolder : 3 - 0
  • Mouscron - St Truiden : 2 - 1

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Dortmund - Hannover : 6 - 2
  • FC Koln - Freiburg : 1 - 0
  • Hertha - Leverkusen : 1 - 4
  • M'gladbach - Bayern Munich : 0 - 0
  • Munich 1860 - Ein Frankfurt : 1 - 0

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • Albacete - Sociedad : 3 - 1
  • Barcelona - La Coruna : 0 - 2
  • Celta - Real Madrid : 0 - 2
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October 18, 2003: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 18th is Libra.

Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra 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 18, 2003: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 18, 2003 is Goat and the associated element is Water.

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October 18, 2003: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 18, 2003 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 18, 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 18, 2003 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 37% full, rising at 10:58 pm and setting at 03:27 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 18, 2003?


Famous people born on October 18, 2003:

  • Alejandro Balde
  • Viktorija Onoprijenko

Whose famous birthday is on October 18th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 18th:

  • Zac Efron
    Zac Efron

    American entertainer and actor.

  • Jean-Claude Van Damme
    Jean-Claude Van Damme

    Belgian-american actor who worked briefly in european commercials before moving to hollywood in 1982.

  • Mike Ditka
    Mike Ditka

    Mike ditka is a former american football player, coach, and television commentator, best known for his time as the head coach of the chicago...

  • Freida Pinto
    Freida Pinto

    Freida pinto is an indian model and actress known for her breakout role in the film slumdog millionaire.

  • Norm MacDonald
    Norm MacDonald

    Norm macdonald is a canadian comedian and actor known for his work on saturday night live and his dry, deadpan delivery.

  • Erin Moran
    Erin Moran

    Erin moran was an american actress best known for her role as joanie cunningham on the sitcom happy days.

  • Michael McKean
    Michael McKean

    Michael mckean is an american actor, comedian, and musician known for his roles in this is spinal tap, laverne & shirley, and better call...

  • Milo Yiannopoulos
    Milo Yiannopoulos

    Milo yiannopoulos is a british political commentator and public speaker known for his controversial views on feminism, political...

  • Jacques Higelin
    Jacques Higelin

    French musician and singer of pop.

  • Melina Mercouri
    Melina Mercouri

    Greek actress, singer, and politician, 9th greek minister of culture (d. 1994).

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October 18, 2003: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 20 years 5 months old,

or 245 months and 10 days old,

or 1066 weeks and 5 days old,

or 7467 days old,

if you were born on October 18, 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 18, 2003?

There are 204 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday October 18th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 18, 2003?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on October 18, 2003.

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October 18, 2003: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 18, 2003:

  • Preston Smith

    Software engineer who contributed to the development of innovative software solutions.

  • Manuel Vázquez Montalbán

    Spanish journalist, author, and critic (b. 1939).

  • David Lodge
  • Nello Pagani
  • Jean Panzani
  • Rodolfo Freude
  • Juana Doña
  • Giovanni Ubaldo «Jean» Panzani
  • Joan Perucho

What famous deaths happened on October 18th?

Famous deaths on October 18th:

  • Sylvia Kristel
    Sylvia Kristel

    Dutch actress, famous for her role in the 1970s erotic film "emanuelle" (and its sequels).

  • Julie London
    Julie London

    American actress and breathy blues singer.

  • Gwen Verdon
    Gwen Verdon

    American dancer and tony-award winner, she took lessons from age two to strengthen her legs.

  • Tsuru Aoki
    Tsuru Aoki

    American actress born in japan (born 1892).

  • Henry Travers
    Henry Travers

    Actor (bells of st mary high sierra), dies at the age of 91.

  • Thos Alva Edison

    Inventor of the phonograph and the electric light bulb.

  • Thomos Edison

    Inventor of the phonograph and the electric light bulb.

  • Primus Babbage

    Primus Babbage was an English mathematician, philosopher, inventor, and mechanical engineer who is best known for originating the concept of...

  • Teale Edmund

    Renowned naturalist and author known for his books on wildlife and conservation.

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October 18, 2003: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 18, 2003:

  • Also see October 18 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • French Republican Calendar - Piment (Chili Pepper) Day, twenty-seventh day in the Month of VendTmiaire
  • R.C. Church, Anglican communion, et alii - Feast of Saint Luke the Evangelist
  • USA : Alaska: Alaska Day
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October 18, 2003: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 18, 2003 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 13th and October 19th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 18, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 18, 2003 was Baby Boy by Beyonce, according to the music chart for the week October 13th and October 19th.

October 18, 2003: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 18, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 13th and October 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Baby Boy
  2. - Shake Ya Tailfeather
  3. - Get Low
  4. - Right Thurr
  5. - Damn!

October 18, 2003: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 18, 2003 was Where Is The Love? by The Black Eyed Peas, according to the music chart for the week October 13th and October 19th.

October 18, 2003: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 18, 2003 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 13th and October 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Where Is The Love?
  2. - I Believe In A Thing Called Love
  3. - Sweet Dreams My LA Ex
  4. - Superstar
  5. - White Flag

October 18, 2003: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 18, 2003 was Baby Boy by Beyonce Featuring Sean Paul, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 13th and October 19th.

October 18, 2003: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 18, 2003 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 13th and October 19th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Baby Boy
  2. - Damn!
  3. - Stand Up
  4. - Rain On Me
  5. - Get Low

October 18, 2003: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on October 18, 2003 was Antes by Obie Bermudez, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 13th and October 19th.

October 18, 2003: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on October 18, 2003 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 13th and October 19th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Antes
  2. - Un Siglo Sin Ti
  3. - Te Necesito
  4. - Hoy
  5. - Asignatura Pendiente

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October 18, 2003: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 18, 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

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

The Matrix Revolutions

The Matrix Revolutions

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski

Starring: Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, Hugo Weaving

Country: United States of America

October 18, 2003: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 18, 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

Shattered City: The Halifax Explosion

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Bruce Pittman

Peep Show

Peep Show

Release year: 2003

Written by:

Starring: David Mitchell, Robert Webb, Matt King, Olivia Colman

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Wild Card

Wild Card

Release year: 2003

Directed by: Simon West

Tru Calling

Tru Calling

Release year: 2003

Country: United States of America

Xiaolin Showdown

Xiaolin Showdown

Release year: 2003

Country: United States of America

October 18, 2003: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 18, 2003 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri

The Namesake

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Jhumpa's Interpreter Of Maladies made Jhumpa Lahiri a renowned young writer. These stories are among the few debut works.

Avenger by Frederick Forsyth

Avenger

By:

Calvin Dexter, an attorney, hangs his shingle at a quiet New Jersey city. He has a fairly successful practice and is strong during triathalon training.

Lord John And The Private Matter by Diana Gabaldon

Lord John And The Private Matter

By:

1757 is the year. Lord John Grey, his mind in turmoil, emerges from London’s Beefsteak Club on a clear morning in June.

The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown

The Da Vinci Code

By:

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.

A Perfect Day by Richard Paul Evans

A Perfect Day

By:

The story of a man who finds everything he needs in his family, from the beloved author of The Great Gatsby to the beloved One-Hit Wonder returns.

October 18, 2003: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on October 18, 2003 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Dynasty Tactics 2

Dynasty Tactics 2

Platform: PlayStation 2, PlayStation Network

Genre: Tactical role-playing game

Publisher: Koei

Charinko Hero

Charinko Hero

Platform: Nintendo GameCube

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Banpresto

Dragon Quest Monsters: Caravan Heart

Dragon Quest Monsters: Caravan Heart

Platform: Game Boy Advance

Genre: Role-playing

Publisher: Enix

Age of Wanderer

Age of Wanderer

Platform: Windows

Genre: Beat 'em up

Publisher: OSC

American Idol

American Idol

Platform: PlayStation 2 Microsoft Windows Game Boy Advance Xbox (cancelled) GameCube (cancelled)

Genre: Music

Publisher: Codemasters Vivendi Universal Games

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Who was the US President on October 18, 2003?

On October 18, 2003 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 18, 2003?

On October 18, 2003 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on October 18, 2003?

On October 18, 2003 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about October 18th?

October 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th 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 18th, such as:

  • 2018 - War in afghanistan: afghan general and kandahar police chief abdul raziq achakzai are assassinated during a high-level meeting at the governor's compound. the incident took place with u.s. general austin s. miller. according to officials, gen. miller was uninjured while the governor sustained serious injuries. the taliban claim responsibility.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war: major general issam zahreddine of the syrian republican guard, who is known for leading battles against rebels in aleppo and homs, was killed by a deir ez-zor landmine, according to syrian media.
  • 2016 - Somalia war: somali police claim at least seven people are dead following clashes in which somalia and african union troops drove al-shabab extremists out of afgooye (a town near mogadishu).

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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 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.

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