Sunday October 23, 2016: on this day

October 23, 2016 was the 297th day of the year 2016, under the sign of Scorpio and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is October 23, 2016 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 23, 2016, who was born and died on October 23, 2016, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 23, 2016, which were the most popular songs (ex. Closer by The Chainsmokers Featuring Halsey), movies (e.g. Snowden, directed by Oliver Stone), TV series (e.g. Dead Silent) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 23rd, 2016 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 23, 2016?


October 23, 2016 was a Sunday and it was the 297th day of the year 2016 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 23, 2016 can also be written as 10/23/2016 in the US and as 23/10/2016 in UK and Europe.

October 23, 2016 in October 2016 calendar

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October 23, 2016: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 23, 2016:

  • Yemeni civil war (2015-present). saudi arabian-led air strikes on yemeni capital sana'a continue after a cease-fire.
  • After a cease-fire, saudi arabian-led air strikes on yemen's capital sana'a continue.
  • Naxalite maoist insurgency: indian police killed at least 24 maoist rebels in a raid in eastern orissa.
  • At least three people are killed and 13 injured in a gas explosion in ryazan, russia.
  • A collision between a tractor-trailer and a tour bus results in the deaths of at least 13 people and injures 31 others. this happened in desert hot springs in california, united states.
  • Two explosions occurred in the park of utsunomiya in tochigi prefecture. they killed at least one person and injured three others. according to local media, the blasts were caused by a 72-year old ex-military officer. the suspect's home was also destroyed by a fire that occurred the following day. (the guardian),
  • Aftermath from brexit, uk independence party leadership elections, november 2016. suzanne evans (ex-uk independence party (ukip), former deputy chairman and paul nuttall (president of the initiative for direct democracy in europe, member of the european parliament) each announced their candidacy for ukip's leadership position. the interim ukip position is held by nigel farage. bill etheridge and raheem kassam are also confirmed as candidates.
  • 2016 lithuanian parliamentary elections: voters go to the polls in the second round of elections in constituencies where no candidate has won more than 50 percent. the election was held on october 9, 2016. on that date, the lithuanian peasant and greens union won a majority of the seats. (reuters),
  • Voters will head to the polls for second round elections in constituencies in which no candidate has won more than 50 percent of the vote on october 9, with the lithuanian peasant and greens union winning large numbers. (reuters),
  • 2015-16 spanish government formation 2016 psoe crisis: socialist workers' party has voted in favor of this action by 139 to 96 votes. this is after they have vowed to vote against mariano rajoy, the acting prime minister, when he introduces his people's party coalition government into parliament this week. this will end the 10-month-old deadlock. (the new york times).
  • Following the approval of this action by the socialist workers' party's vote of 139 to96, they have decided that they will not vote against mariano rajoy, acting prime minister, when he introduces his people's party coalition government into parliament this week. this would end the 10-month-old deadlock. (the new york times).

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October 23, 2016: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on October 23, 2016:

  • 1 USD = 0.9189 EUR
  • 1 USD = 103.968 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.8183 GBP
  • 1 USD = 1.3151 AUD
  • 1 USD = 1.3344 CAD

October 23, 2016: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

  • Atalanta - Inter : 2 - 1
  • Bologna - Sassuolo : 1 - 1
  • Cagliari - Fiorentina : 3 - 5
  • Crotone - Napoli : 1 - 2
  • Empoli - Chievo : 0 - 0

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Club Brugge - Anderlecht : 2 - 1
  • Eupen - Gent : 3 - 2
  • Genk - St Truiden : 1 - 0
  • Standard - Waasland-Beveren : 5 - 0

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • RB Leipzig - Werder Bremen : 3 - 1
  • Schalke 04 - Mainz : 3 - 0

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Braunschweig - Greuther Furth : 1 - 0
  • Erzgebirge Aue - Union Berlin : 1 - 3
  • Nurnberg - Hannover : 2 - 0
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October 23, 2016: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 23rd is Scorpio.

Scorpio is the 8th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between October 23rd and November 21st belong to the Scorpio sign: discover Scorpio personality and who should a Scorpio 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 23, 2016: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 23, 2016 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on October 23rd, 2016 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 23, 2016: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

29%

The moon phase on October 23, 2016 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 23, 2016 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 23, 2016 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 29% full, rising at 12:16 am and setting at 03:11 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 16, 2016 while the next full moon would come on Nov 14, 2016.

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Who was born on October 23, 2016?


Whose famous birthday is on October 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 23rd:

  • Emilia Clarke
    Emilia Clarke

    Emilia clarke is a british actress best known for her role as daenerys targaryen in the television series game of thrones.

  • Ryan Reynolds
    Ryan Reynolds

    Canadian-american actor, most well-known for his role on the tv sitcom "two guys, a girl, and a pizza place.

  • Johnny Carson
    Johnny Carson

    American television personality, who was reportedly the host of the tonight show from october 1, 1962 to a salary of $100,000 per year.

  • Nancy Grace
    Nancy Grace

    Nancy grace is an american former prosecutor who gained fame as a legal commentator and television host, known for her outspoken and...

  • Amandla Stenberg
    Amandla Stenberg

    Amandla stenberg is a movie actress known for her roles in the hunger games and the hate u give.

  • Michael Crichton
    Michael Crichton

    American author, best-selling sci-fi thriller writer.

  • Dwight Yoakam
    Dwight Yoakam

    American country western singer, recording artist and actor 6 feet tall.

  • Diana Dors
    Diana Dors

    British actress, with a large breast and who was often a good-time girl.

  • Sam Raimi
    Sam Raimi

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

  • Jennie Lee
    Jennie Lee

    American exotic dancer and stripper, known for being "the biggest in town.

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October 23, 2016: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 7 years 6 months old,

or 90 months and 1 day old,

or 391 weeks and 3 days old,

or 2740 days old,

if you were born on October 23, 2016.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 23, 2016?

There are 182 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 23rd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 23, 2016?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on October 23, 2016.

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October 23, 2016: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 23, 2016:

  • Pete Burns

    Rocker (dead or alive) - "spin me round".

  • Wim van der Voort

    Dutch speed skater (b. 1923).

  • Jack Chick

    American cartoonist and publisher (b. 1924).

  • Tom Hayden
  • Khalifa bin Hamad Al Thani
  • William Löfqvist

What famous deaths happened on October 23rd?

Famous deaths on October 23rd:

  • Lino Ventura
    Lino Ventura

    Actor (french detective slap, jigsaw), dies at 67.

  • Oskar Werner
    Oskar Werner

    A renowned Austrian actor known for his roles in films like 'Jules and Jim'.

  • Linden Travers
    Linden Travers

    British actress known for her roles in classic films.

  • Lou Jacobi
    Lou Jacobi

    Toronto, ontario -- comedian (dean martin show, melba).

  • Robert Lansing
    Robert Lansing

    Actor (blade runner and equalizer) dies from cancer at 66.

  • Susan Peters
    Susan Peters

    Spokane, washington -- actress.

  • Khrystian Dior

    Renowned fashion designer known for founding the fashion house of Dior.

  • Paullette Bourgeois

    Paullette Bourgeois was a Canadian children's author best known for her 'Franklin the Turtle' book series.

  • Mayling Soong

    Chinese political figure and First Lady of the Republic of China.

  • Théophile Gautier

    A prominent figure in French Romanticism, known for his poetry and novels.

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October 23, 2016: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 23, 2016:

  • Chemistry: Mole Day
  • Astrology: First day of sun sign Scorpio in Western tropical astrology.
  • Hungary - National Day (revolution of 1956 and the proclamation of the Republic of Hungary in 1989)
  • Also see October 23 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • R.C. Saints - Saint Giovanni da Capistrano; Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius
  • French Republican Calendar - CTleri (Celery) Day, second day in the Month of Brumaire
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October 23, 2016: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 23, 2016 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 17th and October 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 23, 2016: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 23, 2016 was Closer by The Chainsmokers Featuring Halsey, according to the music chart for the week October 17th and October 23rd.

October 23, 2016: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 23, 2016 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 17th and October 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Closer
  2. - Starboy
  3. - Heathens
  4. - Cold Water
  5. - Let Me Love You

October 23, 2016: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 23, 2016 was Starboy by The Weeknd Featuring Daft Punk, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 17th and October 23rd.

October 23, 2016: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 23, 2016 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 17th and October 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Starboy
  2. - Broccoli
  3. - Needed Me
  4. - One Dance
  5. - Too Good

October 23, 2016: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on October 23, 2016 was Hasta El Amanecer by Nicky Jam, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 17th and October 23rd.

October 23, 2016: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on October 23, 2016 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 17th and October 23rd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Hasta El Amanecer
  2. - La Bicicleta
  3. - Duele El Corazon
  4. - Vente Pa' Ca
  5. - Chillax

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October 23, 2016: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 23, 2016 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Snowden

Snowden

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Oliver Stone

Starring: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Shailene Woodley, Melissa Leo, Zachary Quinto

Country: United States of America

Inferno

Inferno

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Ron Howard

Starring: Tom Hanks, Felicity Jones, Irrfan Khan, Ben Foster

Country: United States of America

Maggie's Plan

Maggie's Plan

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Rebecca Miller

Starring: Greta Gerwig, Ethan Hawke, Julianne Moore, Maya Rudolph

Country: United States of America

The Vatican Tapes

The Vatican Tapes

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Mark Neveldine

Starring: Olivia Taylor Dudley, Michael Peña, Dougray Scott, Djimon Hounsou

Country: United States of America

In Dubious Battle

In Dubious Battle

Release year: 2016

Directed by: James Franco

Starring: James Franco, Selena Gomez, Robert Duvall, Vincent D'onofrio, Bryan Cranston, Sam Shepard, Danny McBride, Ed Harris, John Savage, Analeigh Tipton, Ashley Greene, Zach Braff

Country: United States of America

October 23, 2016: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 23, 2016 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Dead Silent

Dead Silent

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Roger Cardinal

Max Steel

Max Steel

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Stewart Hendler

Speechless

Speechless

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Blu Fox

Motherland

Motherland

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Ramona S. Diaz

Brimstone

Brimstone

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Martin Koolhoven

October 23, 2016: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 23, 2016 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Two by Two by Nicholas Sparks

Two by Two

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Nicholas Sparks, #1 New York Times Bestseller, returns with an emotionally powerful tale of unconditional love, its challenges and its rewards.

The Hammer of Thor: Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard by Rick Riordan

The Hammer of Thor: Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard

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Thor's hammer is gone...again. The Thunder God has a strange habit of losing his hammer, the most powerful force in the Nine Worlds. The hammer has been stolen and lost this time.

Killing the Rising Sun by Bill O'Reilly, Martin Dugard

Killing the Rising Sun

By:

This is the powerful and gripping new book in Bill O'Reilly's multimillion-selling Killing series. The end of World War II in Europe is near, but the pace is picking up in the Pacific. There, American soldiers are facing an enemy …

Skinnytaste Fast and Slow by Gina Homolka, Heather K. Jones

Skinnytaste Fast and Slow

By:

80+ Quick and Easy Recipes for 60 Slow Cookers.

Born to Run by Bruce Springsteen

Born to Run

By:

Bruce Springsteen's revelatory memoir is wildly popular. "Glorious...a philosophically rich journey through a rock and roll life...It’s the song he was born for to write...It's his memoir." (USA TODAY, 4 of 4 stars).

October 23, 2016: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on October 23, 2016 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Warhammer 40,000: Eternal Crusade

Warhammer 40,000: Eternal Crusade

Platform: Linux, Microsoft Windows, OS X, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Genre: Massively multiplayer online third-person shooter

Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment

Space Hulk: Deathwing

Space Hulk: Deathwing

Platform: Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: Focus Home Interactive

Lego Marvel's Avengers

Lego Marvel's Avengers

Platform: Microsoft Windows; Nintendo 3DS; OS X; PlayStation 3; PlayStation 4; PlayStation Vita; Wii U; Xbox 360; Xbox One

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment; Feral Interactive (OS X)

Total War: Warhammer

Total War: Warhammer

Platform: Microsoft Windows OS X Linux

Genre: Turn-based strategy, real-time tactics

Publisher: Sega

Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Platform: Microsoft Windows; Nintendo 3DS; PlayStation 3; PlayStation 4; PlayStation Vita; Wii U; Xbox 360; Xbox One

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment

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Who was the US President on October 23, 2016?

On October 23, 2016 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 23, 2016?

On October 23, 2016 the UK Prime Minister was Theresa May (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on October 23, 2016?

On October 23, 2016 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about October 23rd?

October 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd 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 23rd, such as:

  • 2018 - Ancient black sea shipwrecks: a team of scientists who work in the black sea reported on the discovery of a classical greek trade ship that was built around 400 bc. it is the oldest intact shipwreck.
  • 2017 - Battle of marawi: after 5 months of fighting, the philippines armed forces announces an end of military operations in marawi's southern region.
  • 2016 - Yemeni civil war (2015-present). saudi arabian-led air strikes on yemeni capital sana'a continue after a cease-fire.

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What happened in 2016?

2016 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: A shooting occurs at a Tel Aviv pub, Israel. It leaves two people dead and eight others injured. The gunman was able to escape and perhaps killed his accomplice, an Arab taxi driver. His body was discovered nearby. The shooter was identified by the police as Nisa'at Melkham, a 30-year-old muslim from Ar'ara. He was also searched his house.
  • Two people are killed and eight others injured in a shooting at a Tel Aviv pub. The gunman was able to escape and perhaps killed his accomplice, an Arab taxi driver. His body was discovered nearby. The shooter was identified by the police as Nisa'at Melkham, a 30-year-old muslim from Ar'ara. He was also searched his house.
  • A 28-foot tall new statue of Jesus, called "Jesus de Greatest", was unveiled at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, Abajah village in Nigeria's Imo state. It is the largest known African Jesus statue.

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What was the calendar for October 2016?

October 2016 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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