Tuesday August 24, 2004: on this day

August 24, 2004 was the 237th day of the year 2004, under the sign of Virgo and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is August 24, 2004 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 24, 2004, who was born and died on August 24, 2004, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 24, 2004, which were the most popular songs (ex. Lean Back by Terror Squad), movies (e.g. Downfall, directed by Oliver Hirschbiegel), TV series (e.g. Epitafios) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 24th, 2004 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 24, 2004?


August 24, 2004 was a Tuesday and it was the 237th day of the year 2004 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 24, 2004 can also be written as 8/24/2004 in the US and as 24/8/2004 in UK and Europe.

August 24, 2004 in August 2004 calendar

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August 24, 2004: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 24, 2004:

  • Two airliners that were flying out of domodedovo international airport near moscow explode, killing 89 passengers. suicide bombers (reportedly female) from russia caused the explosions.
  • The trans-atlantic exoplanet survey (tres) announces its first discovery of an extrasolar planet using an array of small amateur-astronomy-sized telescopes.
  • Within minutes of each other, two russian jets, volga aviaexpress flight 1303 & siberia airlines flight 107, crashed south of moscow. eyewitnesses reported that the flight 1303 exploded mid-air. both aircraft took off from domodedovo international airport. both planes carried 78 passengers and 16 crew.
  • Japan issues a deportation notice against bobby fischer, former world champion in chess.
  • Iran reiterated its resolve to retaliate against israel if it launches a preemptive strike on its nuclear program.
  • The u.s. food and drug administration has issued a warning to doctors about possible adverse reactions to remicade, a drug used to treat crohn's disease and rheumatoidarthritis. doctors are advised to screen patients for blood abnormalities and closely monitor blood cells counts.
  • According to a report by james schlesinger's investigative panel, high-ranking american military officers are at least partially responsible for the abuses at abu ghraib prison by iraqi prisoners.
  • French police launch an operation to locate cesare battisti (a wanted left-wing extremist facing extradition from france) who has gone missing.
  • Two iraqi interim government ministers escape suicide attacks in baghdad. at least four bodyguards are shot to death.
  • Justice minister irwin cotler has named two new justices to the supreme court of canada: louise charron, and rosalie abella. their appointment will be subject to a new screening process by the parliament, but cannot be blocked.
  • Ninety passengers die after two airliners explode after flying out of domodedovo international airport, near moscow. the explosions are caused by suicide bombers from chechnya.

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August 24, 2004: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on August 24, 2004:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $44.99
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $31.26
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $27.39
  • General Electric GE: opens at $32.70
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $85.00

Exchange Rates on August 24, 2004:

  • 1 USD = 109.58 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.3078 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.271 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 132.36 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.6735 GBP

August 24, 2004: What were the main match results that day?

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • Birmingham - Man City : 1 - 0
  • Crystal Palace - Chelsea : 0 - 2
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August 24, 2004: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 24th is Virgo.

Virgo is the 6th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between August 23rd and September 22nd belong to the Virgo sign: discover Virgo personality and who should a Virgo 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 24, 2004: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 24, 2004 is Monkey and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on August 24th, 2004 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 24, 2004: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 24, 2004 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 24, 2004 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 24, 2004 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 69% full, rising at 03:42 pm and setting at 12:34 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 31, 2004 while the next full moon would come on Aug 30, 2004.

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Who was born on August 24, 2004?


Whose famous birthday is on August 24th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 24th:

  • Rupert Grint
    Rupert Grint

    Rupert grint is a british actor best known for his role as ron weasley in the harry potter film series.

  • Dave Chappelle
    Dave Chappelle

    Dave chappelle is an american comedian and actor known for his stand-up comedy and the chappelle's show.

  • Chad Michael Murray
    Chad Michael Murray

    Chad michael murray is an american actor and former fashion model, best known for his roles in the television series one tree hill and the...

  • Paulo Coelho
    Paulo Coelho

    Brazilian esoteric author.

  • Stephen Fry
    Stephen Fry

    British actor, comedian, and writer known for his wit and humor.

  • Martha Higareda
    Martha Higareda

    Martha higareda is a mexican actress known for her roles in popular films and tv shows such as 'altered carbon' and 'no manches frida'.

  • Anne Archer
    Anne Archer

    American actress.

  • Marlee Matlin
    Marlee Matlin

    American actress, winner of the oscar for best actress in 1985's "children of a lesser god" her film credits include "the man in the golden...

  • Pia Degermark
    Pia Degermark

    Swedish actress.

  • Takashi Miike
    Takashi Miike

    Japanese screenwriter and producer of japanese actors.

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August 24, 2004: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 19 years 7 months old,

or 235 months and 5 days old,

or 1022 weeks and 3 days old,

or 7157 days old,

if you were born on August 24, 2004.

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 August 24, 2004?

There are 148 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 24th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 24, 2004?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on August 24, 2004.

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August 24, 2004: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 24, 2004:

  • Elisabeth Kübler-Ross

    A swiss psychiatrist and author, who is well-known for her work on death and dying.

  • Elsa Albani
  • Franz Maria d'Asaro
  • Eduardo Ramírez Villamizar
  • Patricia Cody

What famous deaths happened on August 24th?

Famous deaths on August 24th:

  • Richard Attenborough
    Richard Attenborough

    English actor, director, producer, and entrepreneur.

  • Julie Harris
    Julie Harris

    American actress who rose to fame on the stage in 1945.

  • Louis Prima
    Louis Prima

    American actor and trumpet player (d. 1978).

  • Jane Greer
    Jane Greer

    American singer and actress (d. 2001).

  • Jay Thomas
    Jay Thomas

    American actor, comedian, and radio talk show host (b. 1948).

  • Amanda Randolph
    Amanda Randolph

    Actress (danny thomas amos n andy), is killed at 65.

  • Charlie Watts

    Charlie watts is a renowned drummer best known for being a member of the legendary rock band the rolling stones.

  • Delancey

    Prominent loyalist during the American Revolution.

  • Sakae Mutsu

    Japanese statesman and diplomat.

  • Felis Topolski

    Polish-British artist known for his murals and paintings.

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August 24, 2004: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 24, 2004:

  • Liberia: Flag Day
  • RC Saints - Feast day of Saint Bartholomew
  • Roman festivals - first of the 3 days on which the mundus was opened
  • Ukraine: National Holiday, independence from Russia (1991)
  • Sierra Leone: President's Birthday
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August 24, 2004: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 24, 2004 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 23rd and August 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 24, 2004: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 24, 2004 was Lean Back by Terror Squad, according to the music chart for the week August 23rd and August 29th.

August 24, 2004: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 24, 2004 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 23rd and August 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Lean Back youtube
  2. - Sunshine
  3. - Goodies
  4. - Slow Motion
  5. - Turn Me On

August 24, 2004: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 24, 2004 was Thunderbirds / 3AM by Busted, according to the music chart for the week August 23rd and August 29th.

August 24, 2004: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 24, 2004 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 23rd and August 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Thunderbirds / 3AM
  2. - Dry Your Eyes
  3. - Baby Cakes
  4. - Lola's Theme
  5. - These Words

August 24, 2004: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 24, 2004 was Lean Back by Terror Squad, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 23rd and August 29th.

August 24, 2004: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 24, 2004 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 23rd and August 29th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Lean Back youtube
  2. - Sunshine
  3. - Diary
  4. - Goodies
  5. - Why?

August 24, 2004: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 24, 2004 was Como Tu by Carlos Vives, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 23rd and August 29th.

August 24, 2004: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 24, 2004 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 23rd and August 29th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Como Tu
  2. - Vivo Y Muero En Tu Piel
  3. - Que De Raro Tiene
  4. - Algo Tienes
  5. - Soy Tu Mujer

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August 24, 2004: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 24, 2004 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Downfall

Downfall

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Oliver Hirschbiegel

Starring: Bruno Ganz, Alexandra Maria Lara, Ulrich Matthes, Juliane Köhler

Country: United States of America

Howl's Moving Castle

Howl's Moving Castle

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Hayao Miyazaki

Starring: Chieko Baishô, Takuya Kimura, Tatsuya Gashûin, Akihiro Miwa

Country: United States of America

Hotel Rwanda

Hotel Rwanda

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Terry George

Starring: Don Cheadle, Sophie Okonedo, Joaquin Phoenix, Xolani Mali

Country: United States of America

Shattered Glass

Shattered Glass

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Billy Ray

Starring: Hayden Christensen, Chloë Sevigny, Steve Zahn, Peter Sarsgaard

Country: United States of America

Runaway Jury

Runaway Jury

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Gary Fleder

Starring: John Cusack, Rachel Weisz, Gene Hackman, Dustin Hoffman

Country: United States of America

August 24, 2004: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 24, 2004 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Epitafios

Epitafios

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Jorge Nisco

Beauty School

Beauty School

Release year: 2004

Directed by: Amy Nicholson

Entourage

Entourage

Release year: 2004

Written by:

Directed by: David Frankel

Starring: Kevin Connolly, Adrian Grenier, Kevin Dillon, Jerry Ferrara

Country: United States of America

Medical Investigation

Medical Investigation

Release year: 2004

Country: United States of America

Joey

Joey

Release year: 2004

Country: United States of America

August 24, 2004: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 24, 2004 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Five People You Meet In Heaven by Mitch Albom

The Five People You Meet In Heaven

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This paperback edition, with flaps, of the #1 New York Times Bestseller Eddie is a veteran of World War II who feels trapped in his life fixing rides at a beach amusement park.

Sam'S Letters To Jennifer by James Patterson

Sam'S Letters To Jennifer

By:

Jennifer is devastated by recent loss and returns to the resort village she grew up in to support her grandmother. Jennifer will find new meaning in her life there and be able to experience two of the most incredible love …

The 9/11 Commission Report by National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States

The 9/11 Commission Report

By:

This is the final report from the 9/11 Commission. This is the complete report, with the Executive Summary which was not included in the PDF file. It was published originally in 2004.

The Rule Of Four by Ian Caldwell and Dustin Thomason

The Rule Of Four

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"One part The Da Vinci Code and one part The Name of the Rose, one part A Separate peace. . . A smart, quick, and multitextured story that entertains and informs ."--San

Unfit for Command by John E. O'Neill, Jerome R. Corsi

Unfit for Command

By:

John Kerry is a paradox and hypocrite in a strange combination. Ask the authors to critique the Democratic presidential candidate's Vietnamera antiwar activism and military service.

August 24, 2004: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 24, 2004 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Derby Tsuku 4: Derby Uma o Tsukurō!

Derby Tsuku 4: Derby Uma o Tsukurō!

Platform: PlayStation 2

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Sega

Mario Power Tennis

Mario Power Tennis

Platform: GameCube, Wii

Genre: Sports

Publisher: Nintendo

Bad Boys: Miami Takedown

Bad Boys: Miami Takedown

Platform: Nintendo GameCube, Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 2, Xbox

Genre: Action-adventure, shooter

Publisher: Empire Interactive Crave Entertainment

The Dukes of Hazzard: Return of the General Lee

The Dukes of Hazzard: Return of the General Lee

Platform: PlayStation 2, Xbox

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Ubisoft

Capcom Fighting Evolution

Capcom Fighting Evolution

Platform: Arcade, PlayStation 2, Xbox, PlayStation Network

Genre: Fighting

Publisher: Capcom

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Who was the US President on August 24, 2004?

On August 24, 2004 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 24, 2004?

On August 24, 2004 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on August 24, 2004?

On August 24, 2004 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about August 24th?

August 24th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 24th 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 24th, such as:

  • 2018 - Spanish government approves a decree amending the historical memory law that allows the government to exhume francisco franco’s remains from valle de los caidos.
  • 2017 - Archaeology in israel: an archaeological mosaic from the 6th century, dated to justinian i's rule, was discovered while installing communication cables inside jerusalem's old city.
  • 2016 - Syrian civil war: us-backed rebels and the turkish armed forces join forces to take jarabulus from isil. to prevent isil from retaking areas they will not retreat from, the turkish land forces are also bombarding ypg positions.

Find out more about August 24th

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What happened in 2004?

2004 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Ahmed Yassin is the founder and leader of the Palestinian Sunni Islamist Group Hamas. Two bodyguards and nine civilians are killed when Israeli Air Force AH 64 Apache fired Hellfire missiles hit the Gaza Strip.
  • Flash Airlines' Boeing 737-737 aircraft, Flight 604, crashes into the Red Sea killing all 148 passengers.
  • At 04:35 UTC, Spirit, a NASA Mars Rover successfully lands on Mars.

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What was the calendar for August 2004?

August 2004 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.

Discover how August 2004 calendar looked like.

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