Saturday March 20, 2010: on this day

March 20, 2010 was the 79th day of the year 2010, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is March 20, 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 March 20, 2010, who was born and died on March 20, 2010, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 20, 2010, which were the most popular songs (ex. Break Your Heart by Taio Cruz), movies (e.g. Shutter Island, directed by Martin Scorsese), TV series (e.g. Parenthood) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 20th, 2010 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 20, 2010?


March 20, 2010 was a Saturday and it was the 79th day of the year 2010 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 20, 2010 can also be written as 3/20/2010 in the US and as 20/3/2010 in UK and Europe.

March 20, 2010 in March 2010 calendar

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March 20, 2010: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 20, 2010:

  • A series of severe sandstorms struck north china, affecting the regions xinjiang, inner mongolia, and the provinces shanxi shaanxi, hebei, and causing widespread damage.
  • Death of girija prasad kolara:
  • Girija prasad, the former prime minister and acting head of state of nepal, has died in kathmandu, at the age of just 86.
  • For his funeral, the government declares a national holiday of mourning.
  • The catholic church is a victim to child sex abuse:
  • Although the vatican publishes the pope's pastoral letter to irish catholics regarding child sex abuse within catholicism, it fails to impress many survivors organizations.
  • The swiss catholic church investigates all sex allegations made against it, including those that are dated back to 2001.
  • Middle east
  • Israeli security forces kill a teenager from palestine and injure another. israeli authorities claim that a mob consisting of palestinians was holding an illegal, violent riot and were approaching an israeli settlement in dangerous matterampquot. they were then dispersed using tear gas and rubber bullets. israel promises to investigate the incident.
  • In a letter to secretary of state hillary rodham clinton, major us politicians urge israel to end tensions.
  • Four men are accused of spying on israel in lebanon. they admit to being recruited by mossad. two of them flee to israel. israel doesn't comment.
  • Unidentified gunmen assassinate sheikh daud al-shabab militant group's senior commander in the southern city kismayo, somalia.
  • Thousands of russians protest the policies of prime minister vladimir putin across the country.
  • The capital beijing is being hit by a severe sandstorm in the northern part of china. health authorities are urging residents to stay indoors.
  • British airways cabin crew begin a three day strike.
  • 67 people were arrested and many others are hurt in a clash between unite against fascism and the english defence league, which took place in bolton, uk.
  • After being interviewed by bbc's ''tropic of cancer" programme, a western saharan human rights activist alleges that he was abused by moroccan police.
  • In rome, hundreds of thousands turn out to support silvio berlusconi, the prime minister of italy. this rally was held in advance of the elections.
  • In connection to the wal-mart recent announcement telling ampquotall blacksampquot to vacate the store, a teenager was arrested in new jersey.
  • David bowie, sir elton john and other celebrities have publicly mourned the passing of lesley duncan. he also appeared on albums by pink floyd (and dusty springfield).
  • France wins the 2010 six nations championship with international rugby union by achieving the grand slam - their first since 2004.
  • Girijaprasad, the former prime minister and acting head of state of nepal, has died at the age 86 in kathmandu. (press tv) xinhua (xinhua), (arab news), (abc (bbc)) the government declares a day of national mourning to mark his funeral.
  • Child sex abuse in catholic church:: the vatican publishes a special pastoral letter addressed to irish catholics about child sex abuse in catholic church. however, it fails to impress many survivors organizations. (rte) (bbc), (cbc) (cnn). the swiss catholic church investigates sex allegations against it, including those that were made since 2001.
  • Israeli security forces kill a teenager from palestine and injure another. israeli authorities claim that a mob made up of palestinians was holding a violent, illegal riot. they were trying to enter an israeli settlement and "threat matter", and were dispersed using tear gas and rubber bullets. israel promises to investigate the incident.
  • Eyjafjallajökull in iceland begins eruptions that would last for three months, heavily disrupting air travel in europe.

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March 20, 2010: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

  • Fiorentina - Genoa : 3 - 0
  • Palermo - Inter : 1 - 1
  • Roma - Udinese : 4 - 2

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Dortmund - Leverkusen : 3 - 0
  • Ein Frankfurt - Bayern Munich : 2 - 1
  • Freiburg - Mainz : 1 - 0
  • Nurnberg - Hoffenheim : 0 - 0
  • Stuttgart - Hannover : 2 - 0

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Augsburg - Ahlen : 3 - 1
  • Bielefeld - Paderborn : 3 - 0

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • Ath Bilbao - Getafe : 2 - 2
  • Espanol - Sevilla : 2 - 0
  • La Coruna - Valladolid : 0 - 2
  • Real Madrid - Sp Gijon : 3 - 1
  • Xerez - Tenerife : 2 - 1
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March 20, 2010: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 20th is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 20, 2010: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Tiger chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 20, 2010 is Tiger and the associated element is Metal.

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Discover the planets positions on March 20th, 2010 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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March 20, 2010: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

26%

The moon phase on March 20, 2010 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 20, 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 March 20, 2010 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 26% full, rising at 09:01 am and setting at 12:29 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 28, 2010 while the next full moon would come on Mar 30, 2010.

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Who was born on March 20, 2010?


Whose famous birthday is on March 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 20th:

  • Spike Lee
    Spike Lee

    Spike lee is a renowned director known for his work on films such as 'do the right thing' and 'malcolm x'.

  • Ruby Rose
    Ruby Rose

    Ruby rose is an australian model known for her work in the fashion industry and for her role as stella carlin in the tv series orange is the...

  • William Hurt
    William Hurt

    William hurt is an american actor known for his roles in acclaimed films such as 'kiss of the spider woman', 'broadcast news', and 'a...

  • Xavier Dolan
    Xavier Dolan

    Canadian french young actor and filmmaker, manuel tadros, a singer and actor of egyptian descent, was born to genevia"ve dolan and actor...

  • Bianca Lawson
    Bianca Lawson

    Bianca lawson is an american actress known for her roles in popular tv shows such as 'buffy the vampire slayer' and 'pretty little liars'.

  • Holly Hunter
    Holly Hunter

    Holly hunter is a renowned american actress known for her roles in films such as the piano, broadcast news, and the incredibles.

  • Christy Carlson Romano
    Christy Carlson Romano

    Christy carlson romano is an american singer and actress known for her role as ren stevens in the disney channel show 'even stevens' and as...

  • Fred Rogers
    Fred Rogers

    American children's tv host (d. 2003).

  • Kathy Ireland
    Kathy Ireland

    American model, actress, and furniture designer.

  • Carl Reiner
    Carl Reiner

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

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March 20, 2010: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 14 years and 8 days old,

or 168 months and 8 days old,

or 731 weeks and 5 days old,

or 5122 days old,

if you were born on March 20, 2010.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 20, 2010?

There are 357 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday March 20th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 20, 2010?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on March 20, 2010.

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March 20, 2010: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 20, 2010:

  • Trivia Montague

    Trivia Montague was a respected historian who specialized in ancient civilizations and their cultural practices.

  • Samary Dupont

    Samary Dupont was a French playwright known for her experimental and socially conscious plays.

  • Earlee Finch

    Earlee Finch was a Canadian astronomer who specialized in the study of exoplanets and the search for extraterrestrial life.

  • Robin Milner

    Known for his work in programming languages and type theory.

  • Girija Prasad Koirala

    Indian-nepalese politician, 30th prime minister of nepal (b. 1924).

  • Harry Carpenter

    English television sports commentator (born in 1925).

  • Ai

    American poet and academic (b. 1947).

  • Stewart Udall

    American soldier, lawyer, and politician, 37th united states secretary of the interior (b. 1920).

  • Liz Carpenter

    American activist and journalist (d. 2010).

  • Mikel Scicluna
  • François Crouzet
  • Naim Krieziu
  • István Bilek

What famous deaths happened on March 20th?

Famous deaths on March 20th:

  • Fred Rogers
    Fred Rogers

    American children's tv host (d. 2003).

  • Marilyn Maxwell
    Marilyn Maxwell

    American singer and actress (d. 1972).

  • Pranish Koirala

    Renowned leader who played a key role in Nepal's democratic movement.

  • Anira Ataliba

    Renowned Brazilian painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Lev Yashin

    Lev yashin was a soviet footballer known as the 'black spider' and is considered one of the greatest goalkeepers in the history of the...

  • Tarig Al-Wazir

    Prominent figure in the Palestinian Liberation Organization.

  • Elford Albin

    Renowned biologist known for his work in genetics and evolutionary biology.

  • Athalene Lane

    Renowned biologist known for her work in genetics and evolutionary biology.

  • Cova García

    Renowned poet known for her evocative verses.

  • Placida Viola

    Celebrated playwright who wrote compelling dramas.

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March 20, 2010: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 20, 2010:

  • Feast of St. Cuthbert, patron saint of Northumbria (died 704)
  • Canberra Day
  • Meat Out Day
  • International Astrology Day
  • New Year of Iranian Calendar: Norouz occurs on the vernal equinox.
  • The second day of Quinquatria in ancient Rome, held in honor of Minerva.
  • The vernal equinox usually occurs on this day.

Observances on March 20, 2010:

  • International Day of Happiness
  • French Language Day

Saints celebrated on March 20, 2010:

  • Saint Alexandra
  • Saint Herbert (died 687)
  • Saint Wulfram (d.704)
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March 20, 2010: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 20, 2010 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 15th and March 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 20, 2010: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 20, 2010 was Break Your Heart by Taio Cruz, according to the music chart for the week March 15th and March 21st.

March 20, 2010: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 20, 2010 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 15th and March 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Break Your Heart
  2. - Need You Now
  3. - Bedrock
  4. - Rude Boy youtube
  5. - Imma Be youtube

March 20, 2010: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 20, 2010 was Sex Therapy by Robin Thicke, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 15th and March 21st.

March 20, 2010: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 20, 2010 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 15th and March 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Sex Therapy
  2. - Say Something
  3. - It Kills Me
  4. - I Am
  5. - Say Aah

March 20, 2010: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on March 20, 2010 was Ando Bien Pedo by Banda Los Recoditos, according to the Latin music chart for the week March 15th and March 21st.

March 20, 2010: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on March 20, 2010 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week March 15th and March 21st. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Ando Bien Pedo
  2. - Dile Al Amor
  3. - Me Gusta Todo De Ti
  4. - Mientes
  5. - Colgando En Tus Manos

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March 20, 2010: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 20, 2010 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Shutter Island

Shutter Island

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Martin Scorsese

Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Emily Mortimer, Mark Ruffalo, Ben Kingsley

Country: United States of America

Avatar

Avatar

Release year: 2010

Directed by: James Cameron

Starring: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney Weaver, Michelle Rodriguez

Country: United States of America

A Single Man

A Single Man

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Tom Ford

Starring: Colin Firth, Julianne Moore, Matthew Goode, Nicholas Hoult

Country: United States of America

The Hurt Locker

The Hurt Locker

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Kathryn Bigelow

Starring: Jeremy Renner, Anthony Mackie, Brian Geraghty, Guy Pearce

Country: United States of America

City Island

City Island

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Raymond De Felitta

Starring: Andy Garcia, Julianna Margulies, Steven Strait, Emily Mortimer

Country: United States of America

March 20, 2010: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 20, 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:

Parenthood

Parenthood

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Ron Howard

Past Life

Past Life

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Avi Nesher

The Circle

The Circle

Release year: 2010

Directed by: James Ponsoldt

Rosario Tijeras

Rosario Tijeras

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Emilio Maille

Tiere bis unters Dach

Tiere bis unters Dach

Release year: 2010

March 20, 2010: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 20, 2010 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book 1: The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan

Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book 1: The Lightning Thief

By:

Percy Jackson & the Olympians Book One: Lightning Thief. The

The Three Weissmanns Of Westport by Cathleen Schine

The Three Weissmanns Of Westport

By:

Jane Austen's beloved Sense and Sensibility is now in Westport, Connecticut. This charming modern-day homage pays homage to the classic novel was created by Joseph Weissmann, who was seventy eight when he divorced his wife.

Not Without Hope by Nick Schuyler and Jeré Longman

Not Without Hope

By:

Not Without Hope tells the story of the tragic death of three NFL players. They were Marquis Cooper, Corey Smith and Will Bleakley.

The Girl Who Played With Fire by Stieg Larsson

The Girl Who Played With Fire

By:

This second installment of the Millennium series is an enthralling thriller about espionage, a riveting procedural for police, and a piercing expose about social injustice. It's a brilliant, satisfying novel.

The Help by Kathryn Stockett

The Help

By:

Aibileen, a black maid from 1962 Jackson, Mississippi is now unable to keep her bitterness in check. Minny, her friend, has never been able to keep her mouth shut. But now she must keep secrets about her employer which leave …

March 20, 2010: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on March 20, 2010 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Dofus Arena

Dofus Arena

Platform: Linux, Mac OS X,[1] Windows

Genre: Fantasy MMORPG

Bit.Trip Runner

Bit.Trip Runner

Platform: Wii, Windows, Mac OS X, Nintendo 3DS, Linux

Genre: Platform, music

Publisher: Aksys Games (Wii, 3DS) Gaijin Games (PC)

Banzai Rabbit

Banzai Rabbit

Platform: iOS

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Buzz!: The Ultimate Music Quiz

Platform: PlayStation 3 PlayStation Portable

Genre: Party

Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment Europe

Crafting Mama

Crafting Mama

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Simulation, Minigame

Publisher: JP Square Enix; NA Majesco; PAL 505 Games

history

Who was the US President on March 20, 2010?

On March 20, 2010 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 20, 2010?

On March 20, 2010 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on March 20, 2010?

On March 20, 2010 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about March 20th?

March 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th day of the month of March. 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 March 20th, such as:

  • 2019 - Disney completes the acquisition of 21st century fox from walt disney company for $71.3 billion (with the exception being the fox corporation's business, broadcasting network and sports assets).
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: according to syrian state tv sana, a rocket from rebel-held eastern ghouta struck a damascus market, killing at most 35 people. (reuters) (channel news asia). two women and 15 children were killed in an airstrike in eastern ghouta.
  • 2017 - Iraqi civil war (2014-2017: a car bomb explodes in baghdad's hayy al-a'amel neighbourhood, killing at least 23 and injuring 45 more.

Find out more about March 20th

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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 March 2010?

March 2010 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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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