Sunday December 24, 2006: on this day

December 24, 2006 was the 358th day of the year 2006, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is December 24, 2006 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on December 24, 2006, who was born and died on December 24, 2006, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 24, 2006, which were the most popular songs (ex. Irreplaceable by Beyonce), movies (e.g. Shooter, directed by Antoine Fuqua), TV series (e.g. A Place Called Home) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 24th, 2006 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was December 24, 2006?


December 24, 2006 was a Sunday and it was the 358th day of the year 2006 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 24, 2006 can also be written as 12/24/2006 in the US and as 24/12/2006 in UK and Europe.

December 24, 2006 in December 2006 calendar

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December 24, 2006: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on December 24, 2006:

  • Kofi annan, secretary general of the united nations warns about troubling developments in burundi which could lead to violence.
  • Intervention by ethiopia in somalia
  • Ethiopian intervention in somalia.: ethiopia confirms that its troops invaded somalia and are fighting islamic militiamen who control large swathes of somalia. (bbc). in a "counter-attack" against islamic courts union, ethiopian aircraft dropped bombs and launched missiles at several somalia towns.
  • Ethiopia confirmed that its troops invaded somalia and are now fighting islamic militiamen who control large swathes of somalia.
  • Ethiopian aircraft dropped bombs and launched missiles at several somalia towns as part of a "counter-attack" on the islamic courts union, according to a government spokesperson.

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December 24, 2006: What were the main match results that day?

Eredivisie - Football (Netherlands)

  • AZ Alkmaar - Nijmegen : 0 - 0
  • Roda JC - Twente : 2 - 0
  • Vitesse - Ajax : 4 - 2
  • Waalwijk - Utrecht : 1 - 1
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December 24, 2006: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 24th is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 24, 2006: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 24, 2006 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on December 24th, 2006 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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December 24, 2006: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on December 24, 2006 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 24, 2006 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 December 24, 2006 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 33% full, rising at 10:27 am and setting at 10:20 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 05, 2006 while the next full moon would come on Jan 03, 2007.

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Who was born on December 24, 2006?


Famous people born on December 24, 2006:

  • Rihanna Quinn

    Dancer.

  • Callum Booth-Ford

Whose famous birthday is on December 24th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 24th:

  • Ricky Martin
    Ricky Martin

    Puerto-rican singer.

  • Ava Gardner
    Ava Gardner

    American actress.

  • Stephenie Meyer
    Stephenie Meyer

    Young adult author.

  • Mark Valley
    Mark Valley

    American actor.

  • Lee Daniels
    Lee Daniels

    Director.

  • Diedrich Bader
    Diedrich Bader

    American actor.

  • Satomi Ishihara
    Satomi Ishihara

    Japanese actress.

  • Lynn Chen
    Lynn Chen

    Lynn Chen is an American actress and musician known for her work in film and television.

  • Clarence Gilyard
    Clarence Gilyard

    Clarence Gilyard is a former college athlete who later became an actor, best known for his roles in TV series like 'Walker, Texas Ranger'.

  • Ruth Chatterton
    Ruth Chatterton

    American actress, writer, and pilot.

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December 24, 2006: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 17 years 3 months old,

or 207 months and 5 days old,

or 900 weeks and 5 days old,

or 6305 days old,

if you were born on December 24, 2006.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 24, 2006?

There are 270 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday December 24th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 24, 2006?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on December 24, 2006.

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December 24, 2006: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on December 24, 2006:

  • Elener Adams

    Legendary American boxer known for his powerful punches and undefeated record.

  • Kenneth Sivertsen

    Norwegian composer and guitarist (d. 2006).

  • Frank Stanton

    Muskegon, michigan -- broadcasting executive.

  • Braguinha

    Brazilian singer-songwriter and producer (d. 2006).

  • Mirko Sandić
  • Gino D'Antonio
  • Clemente Mazzotta
  • Jorge Bogado
  • Kiva Maidánik
  • Uri Dan (אורי דן)
  • Jacques Crozemarie
  • Víctor Puyuelo

What famous deaths happened on December 24th?

Famous deaths on December 24th:

  • Jack Klugman
    Jack Klugman

    Jack klugman was an american tv actor known for his roles in 'the odd couple' and 'quincy, m.e.

  • Harold Pinter
    Harold Pinter

    British playwright, screenwriter, and poet.

  • Peter Lawford
    Peter Lawford

    British-american star with 57 films and several tv series.

  • Norma Talmadge
    Norma Talmadge

    American actress, silent screen, vaudeville and radio star, oldest of three talmadge sisters, who was promoted by her stage-driven mother.

  • Charles Durning
    Charles Durning

    American singer and actor (d. 2012).

  • Liz Smith
    Liz Smith

    American journalist and one of the most respected gossip columnists.

  • Ian Hendry
    Ian Hendry

    Actor (assassin get carter, repulsion), dead at 53.

  • Sharbel

    Lebanese Maronite monk known for his holiness and miracles.

  • Norman Vincent Peale

    Norman Vincent Peale was an American minister and author known for his work in popularizing the concept of positive thinking.

  • Ivry Gitlis

    Ivry gitlis is a renowned violinist known for his passionate and expressive performances.

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December 24, 2006: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on December 24, 2006:

  • December 24 is celebrated as the day before Christmas, thus called Christmas Eve.
  • It is the day when food is traditionally set out for Santa Claus and his reindeer. Children around the world are urged to go to bed early so they are not awake when he arrives.
  • In Hungary, Finland, Denmark, Sweden, Iceland, Norway, the Czech Republic and Slovakia among others, this is the day that presents are exchanged and opened.
  • The Declaration of Christmas Peace takes place in the Old Great Square of Turku, Finland's official Christmas City, according to old traditions dating back to the Middle Ages.
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December 24, 2006: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on December 24, 2006 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 18th and December 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


December 24, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 24, 2006 was Irreplaceable by Beyonce, according to the music chart for the week December 18th and December 24th.

December 24, 2006: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on December 24, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 18th and December 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Irreplaceable
  2. - I Wanna Love You
  3. - Fergalicious
  4. - Smack That
  5. - My Love

December 24, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 24, 2006 was Patience by Take That, according to the music chart for the week December 18th and December 24th.

December 24, 2006: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on December 24, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 18th and December 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Patience
  2. - That's My Goal
  3. - Smack That
  4. - JCB Song
  5. - Hung Up

December 24, 2006: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 24, 2006 was Irreplaceable by Beyonce, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 18th and December 24th.

December 24, 2006: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on December 24, 2006 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 18th and December 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Irreplaceable
  2. - My Love
  3. - Promise
  4. - I Wanna Love You
  5. - Shortie Like Mine

December 24, 2006: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on December 24, 2006 was Tu Recuerdo by Ricky Martin Featuring La Mari De Chambao Y Tommy Torres, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 18th and December 24th.

December 24, 2006: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on December 24, 2006 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 18th and December 24th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Tu Recuerdo
  2. - Bendita Tu Luz
  3. - Ser O Parecer
  4. - Ni Una Sola Palabra
  5. - Dime (Tell Me)

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December 24, 2006: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on December 24, 2006 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Shooter

Shooter

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Antoine Fuqua

Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Michael Peña, Rhona Mitra, Danny Glover

Country: United States of America

Fracture

Fracture

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Gregory Hoblit

Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Ryan Gosling, David Strathairn, Rosamund Pike

Country: United States of America

Bridge to Terabithia

Bridge to Terabithia

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Gabor Csupo

Starring: Josh Hutcherson, AnnaSophia Robb, Zooey Deschanel, Robert Patrick

Country: United States of America

The Kingdom

The Kingdom

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Peter Berg

Starring: Jamie Foxx, Chris Cooper, Jennifer Garner, Jason Bateman

Country: United States of America

Hairspray

Hairspray

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Adam Shankman

Starring: John Travolta, Queen Latifah, Nikki Blonsky, Michelle Pfeiffer

Country: United States of America

December 24, 2006: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on December 24, 2006 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

A Place Called Home

A Place Called Home

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Michael Tuchner

My Bare Lady

My Bare Lady

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Arthur Knight

Strictly Confidential

Strictly Confidential

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Charles Saunders

Horrid Henry

Horrid Henry

Release year: 2006

Directed by: Nick Moore

Simon Schama's Power of Art

Simon Schama's Power of Art

Release year: 2006

December 24, 2006: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on December 24, 2006 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Culture Warrior by Bill O'Reilly

Culture Warrior

By:

The most powerful and traditional American media force is now free to do what he does best: he has three consecutive #1 bestsellers, plus more than 4,000,000 copies of his books printed.

The Shape Shifter by Tony Hillerman

The Shape Shifter

By:

Joe Leaphorn, former Lieutenant of the Navajo Tribal Police, has never liked retirement. A photograph in a newspaper has reactivated the ghosts of an unsolved case that haunt Joe Leaphorn.

First Impressions by Nora Roberts

First Impressions

By:

First ImpressionsVance Banning, a wealthy businessman, moves to rural Maryland after fleeing the rat race as well as the temptation of women who are interested in gold-digging. He pretends to be a carpenter who is out of work and wants …

Lisey'S Story by Stephen King

Lisey'S Story

By:

The story of a widow of a writer who must confront her demons following the death of her husband is now available in paperback from Stephen King, the #1 New York Times bestseller and undisputed King of Horror Stephen King.

Cross by James Patterson

Cross

By:

ALSO PUBLISHED UNDER ALEX CROSSAlex Cross was a rising star within the Washington, DC, Police Department, when an unknown gunman shot his wife, Maria, right in front of him.

December 24, 2006: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on December 24, 2006 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Avatar: The Last Airbender

Avatar: The Last Airbender

Platform: Wii, Nintendo DS, Nintendo GameCube, Game Boy Advance, PlayStation 2, PlayStation Portable, Xbox, Windows

Genre: Action-adventure, action role-playing

Publisher: THQ

DarkStar One

DarkStar One

Platform: Microsoft Windows Xbox 360 Cloud (OnLive)

Genre: Space trading and combat simulator

Publisher: CDV Software, Kalypso Media

Battleship/Connect Four/Sorry!/Trouble

Battleship/Connect Four/Sorry!/Trouble

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Puzzle game Traditional game

Publisher: DSI Games

Armadillo Run

Armadillo Run

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: Independent

Bomberman PSP

Bomberman PSP

Platform: PlayStation Portable

Genre: Arcade/Maze /Strategy

Publisher: Konami

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Who was the US President on December 24, 2006?

On December 24, 2006 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 24, 2006?

On December 24, 2006 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on December 24, 2006?

On December 24, 2006 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about December 24th?

December 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th day of the month of December. 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 December 24th, such as:

  • 2018 - The dow jones industrial average fell 2.9% on christmas eve, marking its worst performance.
  • 2017 - Typhoon tembin - officials have raised the death toll from this storm at 182. at least 153 people are missing and more that 70,000 were displaced.
  • 2016 - Boko haram insurgency: president muhammadu buhari announced that the nigerian armed forces had successfully expelled boko haram militants in their last stronghold, the sambisa forest, northeastern nigeria.

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What happened in 2006?

2006 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Sydney, Australia experiences the hottest New Year's Day ever recorded. The temperature reached 45 degrees Celsius (113 degrees Fahrenheit), sparking bushfires, and power outages.
  • A coal mine explosion in Sago, West Virginia kills 12 miners and leaves one in critical condition.
  • In the Sago Mine Disaster, near Buckhannon West Virginia, USA, twelve dead coal miners were found along with one survivor.

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What was the calendar for December 2006?

December 2006 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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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