Tuesday August 17, 2010: on this day
August 17, 2010 was the 229th day of the year 2010, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is August 17, 2010 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 17, 2010, who was born and died on August 17, 2010, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 17, 2010, which were the most popular songs (ex. Love The Way You Lie by Eminem), movies (e.g. Avatar, directed by James Cameron), TV series (e.g. Offspring) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 17th, 2010 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 17, 2010?
- August 17, 2010: What happened on that day?
- August 17, 2010: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
- August 17, 2010: What were the main match results that day?
- August 17, 2010: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 17, 2010: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 17, 2010?
- August 17, 2010: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 17, 2010: What famous people died on that day?
- August 17, 2010: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 17, 2010: Number 1 song on that day
- August 17, 2010: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 17, 2010: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 17, 2010: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- August 17, 2010: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 17, 2010?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 17, 2010?
- Who was the Pope on August 17, 2010?
What day of the week was August 17, 2010?
August 17, 2010 was a Tuesday and it was the 229th day of the year 2010 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 17, 2010 can also be written as 8/17/2010 in the US and as 17/8/2010 in UK and Europe.
August 17, 2010: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 17, 2010:
- In two explosions that occurred in pyatigorsk in russia's north caucasus, at least one person was killed and 20 were injured.
- The united states confirmed the existence of videotapes – found under a central intelligence agency desk - from the 2002 interrogation of a suspect that the country had held at a secret prison.
- Hezbollah claims it has provided evidence that implicates israel in the assassination attempt on rafic hariri, then prime minister of lebanon, in 2005.
- Ugandan lawmaker says the army committed atrocities against civilians living in karamoja as part of a disarmament exercise.
- Iraq
- After a fuel truck bomb explodes in baghdad's shiite area, at least 8 people are killed and 44 others are injured,
- A palestinian man in ramallah threatens the destruction of the turkish embassy in tel aviv, israel, if he is not granted asylum. but security personnel shoot him.
- An archaeologist in afghanistan finds the remains of a buddhist temple south of kabul.
- Fiji officially recognizes the term "fijian", as the name for all of the island's inhabitants, including indo-fijians. the term was used previously only to describe indigenous people.
- A f4-f4 aircraft of the islamic republic of iran air force crashes in bushehr, southern iran; both pilots are uninjured.
- Tornado has struck the south-west part of lithuania near rusne (delfi).
- After hitting a sewage truck at a level crossing, a train in sudbury, suffolk crashes into a building, injuring 18. main article: sudbury train accident 2010.
- 1000 protesters on easter island were evicted by the chilean military.
- Three more cuban dissidents have been released on humanitarian grounds and are now reunited with their families in madrid.
- Legal work permits palestinian refugees in lebanon
- A u.s. report claims that that the chinese military has been secretly expanding the u.s. asks for dialogue with china to avert a ampquotmiscalculatedampquot response.
- Two jordanian peacekeepers, two of whom were kidnapped by the joint african union-united nations force in darfur (sudan), are now free.
- A kenyan national was arrested by tanzanian police for trying to sell an albino-man.
- The ninth circuit court of appeals has blocked the continuation of same-sex marriage in california until it is determined whether a ban on the practice is constitutional.
- Rod blagojevich, the former governor of illinois, was found guilty by a federal jury of lying to united states federal bureau of investigation. the jury is still deliberating on 23 other charges. (chicago tribune),
- Three-week dispute between protesters in potosi, bolivia and the bolivian government is resolved
- Eden aberjil, a former soldier in israel, is being criticized for posting photos on facebook showing her smiling with bound and blindfolded palestinian prisoners.
- Nicolas anelka is banned by the french football federation for 18 france games. patrice evra gets 5 france games. franck ribery gets 3 and jeremy toulalan gets 1. eric abidal, on the other hand, escapes punishment for his role as the key player in the fifa world cup player strike of 2010.
- Henrietta rushwaya, chief executive of zimbabwe football association (zifa), is facing charges in connection to match-fixing allegations.
- A dna test has determined that bobby fischer, the chess champion, is not the father of a filipino 9-year-old girl.
- Iraq: a suicide bombing at an iraqi army recruitment centre in baghdad (iraq) has resulted in the deaths of at least 61 and more than 100 others. (france 24). (voice of america), (ap via new york times). a fuel truck bomb explodes in a shiite area of baghdad, killing at least 8 and wounding 44.
- A suicide bombing at an iraqi army recruitment centre in baghdad, iraq has claimed the lives of at least 61 and more than 100 others.
- Romania expressed dismay at russia's arrest and expulsion of one of its diplomats. it is now expected to do the exact same in return.
August 17, 2010: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on August 17, 2010:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $60.49
- Apple AAPL: opens at $250.08
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $24.71
- General Electric GE: opens at $15.66
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $128.83
Exchange Rates on August 17, 2010:
- 1 USD = 85.56 JPY
- 1 USD = 1.0326 CAD
- 1 USD = 1.0433 CHF
- 1 USD = 6.793 CNY
- 1 EUR = 110.21 JPY
August 17, 2010: What were the main match results that day?
Division 2 - Football (France)
- Ajaccio - Le Mans : 0 - 0
- Boulogne - Nimes : 2 - 1
- Chateauroux - Le Havre : 2 - 1
- Dijon - Sedan : 1 - 1
- Grenoble - Angers : 0 - 2
Le Championnat - Football (France)
- Monaco - Montpellier : 0 - 0
Conference - Football (United Kingdom)
- AFC Wimbledon - Histon : 2 - 0
- Altrincham - Darlington : 2 - 2
- Barrow - Gateshead : 1 - 3
- Bath City - Rushden & D : 2 - 1
- Cambridge - Crawley Town : 2 - 2
August 17, 2010: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 17th 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 17, 2010: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 17, 2010 is Tiger and the associated element is Metal.
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August 17, 2010: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 17, 2010 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 17, 2010 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 17, 2010 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 64% full, rising at 03:03 pm and setting at 12:17 am.
The previous full moon was on Jul 26, 2010 while the next full moon would come on Aug 24, 2010.
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Get your map!Who was born on August 17, 2010?
Whose famous birthday is on August 17th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 17th:
- Robert De Niro
American actor, director, and businessman.
- Sean Penn
American actor, whose first fame was due to his marriage with madonna (8/16/1985).
- Donnie Wahlberg
American musician, who was a member of "the new kids on the block" along with jon, jordan knight, mcintyre, and wood.
- Belinda Carlisle
American musician who founded an all-girl band, "the go-go's", in california 1978 with jane wiedlin and was joined by charlotte caffey...
- Yû Aoi
Yû aoi is a japanese actress known for her roles in various films and television series.
- Austin Butler
Austin butler is a tv actor known for his roles in shows like 'the carrie diaries' and 'the shannara chronicles'.
- Maureen O'Hara
An irish-american actress, who was especially popular in american films of the 1940s and 1950s.
- Brady Corbet
Brady Corbet is an American actor, director, and writer known for his work in independent films.
- Helen McCrory
British actress (b. 1968).
- Julian Fellowes
English actor, director, screenwriter, and politician.
August 17, 2010: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 13 years 8 months old,
or 164 months and 6 days old,
or 714 weeks
or 4998 days old,
if you were born on August 17, 2010.How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 17, 2010?
There are 116 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 17th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 17, 2010?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 17, 2010.
August 17, 2010: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 17, 2010:
- Draydon Carter
Pioneering scientist known for groundbreaking research in the field of biotechnology.
- Azaylea Frost
Pioneering playwright whose works challenged societal norms.
- Macklan Frost
Celebrated playwright known for his thought-provoking dramas.
- Kaisy Montgomery
Influential playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
- Jymir Brown
Famous for his thought-provoking plays that challenge societal norms.
- Arriona Jones
Pioneering playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.
- Francesco Cossiga
Italian politician who established a transitional centerist government that unified various parties in 1979.
- Edwin Morgan
Scottish poet and translator, known for his experimental poetry.
- Agla Marsili
- Frank Kermode
- Alfredo De Poi
- Bill Millin
- François Marcantoni
- Alejandro Maclean
- Ludvík Kundera
What famous deaths happened on August 17th?
Famous deaths on August 17th:
- Billy Murray
Singer (denver nightengale), dies at 77.
- Pearl Bailey
American entertainer, in vaudeville and nightclubs, films, and records.
- Vivian Vance
Beloved American actress famous for her role as Ethel Mertz on 'I Love Lucy.
- Yvonne Craig
Yvonne Craig was an American ballet dancer and actress, best known for her role as Batgirl in the 1960s Batman television series.
- Richard Barthelmess
Actor (heroes for sales), passes away from cancer at the age of 68.
- Pandit Jasraj
Pandit Jasraj was a renowned Hindustani classical vocalist and one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century.
- Odai Barakat
Talented painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.
- Liviya Gershwin
Liviya Gershwin was an American composer and lyricist who collaborated with her brother, George Gershwin, on numerous Broadway musicals.
- Beyla Gershwin
Beyla Gershwin was an American composer and pianist, known for her contributions to the American musical theater.
- Ardenia Hall
Known for her work in the civil rights movement.
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August 17, 2010: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 17, 2010:
- Rastafarianism - celebration of the birth of Marcus Garvey
- Roman Empire - Portunalia in honor of Portunes
August 17, 2010: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 17, 2010 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 16th and August 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 17, 2010: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 17, 2010 was Love The Way You Lie by Eminem, according to the music chart for the week August 16th and August 22nd.
August 17, 2010: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 17, 2010 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 16th and August 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Eminem - Love The Way You Lie
- Taio Cruz - Dynamite
- Taylor Swift - Mine
- Katy Perry - California Gurls
- Enrique Iglesias - I Like It
August 17, 2010: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 17, 2010 was There Goes My Baby by Usher, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 16th and August 22nd.
August 17, 2010: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 17, 2010 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 16th and August 22nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Usher - There Goes My Baby
- Alicia Keys - Un-Thinkable (I'm Ready)
- Ciara Featuring Ludacris - Ride
- Drake Featuring Lil Wayne - Miss Me
- Nicki Minaj - Your Love
August 17, 2010: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on August 17, 2010 was Cuando Me Enamoro by Enrique Iglesias Featuring Juan Luis Guerra, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 16th and August 22nd.
August 17, 2010: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on August 17, 2010 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 16th and August 22nd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Enrique Iglesias Featuring Juan Luis Guerra - Cuando Me Enamoro
- Juanes - Yerbatero
- Banda El Recodo de Cruz Lizarraga - Dime Que Me Quieres
- Camila - Alejate De Mi
- La Original Banda el Limon de Salvador Lizarraga - Al Menos
August 17, 2010: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 17, 2010 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
August 17, 2010: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 17, 2010 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
August 17, 2010: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 17, 2010 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
August 17, 2010: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on August 17, 2010 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Who was the US President on August 17, 2010?
On August 17, 2010 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 17, 2010?
On August 17, 2010 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on August 17, 2010?
On August 17, 2010 the Pope was Benedict XVI.
What is special about August 17th?
August 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th 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 17th, such as:
- 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests: near the israel-gaza barrier, around 20,000 palestinians demonstrate. according to medical sources, two israeli defense forces personnel were killed and at least 270 more wounded by the force. 50 of these victims were shot with live ammunition.
- 2017 - 2017 barcelona attacks: a van drove into crowds in la rambla (barcelona) in an attack that spanish police call a terrorist attack. it killed at least 12 people. isil claims responsibility for the arrest of two suspects.
- 2016 - During a counter-terrorism raid in saint petersburg, russia on an apartment block, at least four north caucasus islamic militants were killed by federal security service (fsb).
What happened in 2010?
2010 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Heritage Numismatic Auctions has sold a US 1874 Bickford Gold $10 Pattern at Public Auction for US$1,265,000. The Reed Hawn US 1913 Liberty Head 5-cent Coin sells at $3,737,000.
- Republican Scott Brown wins Massachusetts' vacant Senate seat, decreasing the Democrats' majority by 59 seats to 41.
- Spyker, a Dutch auto company, signs a deal with General Motors to purchase Sweden's Saab for US$74 Million in cash and $326,000,000 in deferred shares.
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What was the calendar for August 2010?
August 2010 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.