What happened on Wednesday March 24, 2010?

Here's what happened on March 24, 2010:

• Saudi Arabia Arrests Al-Qaeda Suspects Saudi security forces arrested over 100 individuals suspected of having Al-Qaeda connections, who were allegedly planning attacks on security and critical oil infrastructure, demonstrating the kingdom's ongoing counterterrorism efforts.
• Discovery of Denisova Hominin Scientists made a groundbreaking discovery by identifying the Denisova hominin, an previously unknown ancient human species, through DNA analysis of a finger bone found in a Siberian cave, expanding our understanding of human evolution.
• UK 2010 Budget Presentation Alistair Darling, Chancellor of the United Kingdom, presented the 2010 national budget to the House of Commons, outlining fiscal policies and economic strategies during a challenging economic period.
• Car Bomb Explosion in Buenaventura, Colombia A devastating car bomb detonated in the center of Buenaventura, a major Colombian Pacific port city, resulting in six fatalities and over 30 injuries. The attack highlighted ongoing security challenges in the region.
• EU Criticizes Iran's Internet Censorship The European Union publicly condemned Iran for internet censorship, radio broadcast jamming, and interference with communication channels, highlighting ongoing tensions regarding digital freedom and human rights.
• Go Daddy Exits Chinese Domain Market Go Daddy, the world's largest domain name registration company, announced its withdrawal from the Chinese market after the government demanded extensive personal identification for website registration, signaling growing digital privacy concerns.
• Death of Actor Robert Culp Renowned Hollywood actor Robert Culp passed away at the age of 79. Best known for his roles in 'I Spy', 'Everybody Loves Raymond', and other notable television series, Culp was a significant figure in mid-20th century American entertainment.

Events in 2010

March 24, 2010: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Mar. 24, 2010

March 24, 2010: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on March 24, 2010:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $66.57
• Apple AAPL: opens at $227.64
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $29.72
• General Electric GE: opens at $18.36
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $128.63

Exchange Rates on March 24, 2010:

• 1 USD = 92.16 JPY
• 1 USD = 1.0246 CAD
• 1 USD = 1.0724 CHF
• 1 USD = 6.8276 CNY
• 1 EUR = 122.8 JPY

March 24, 2010: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

• Atalanta - Cagliari : 3 - 1
• Bari - Sampdoria : 2 - 1
• Bologna - Roma : 0 - 2
• Catania - Fiorentina : 1 - 0
• Genoa - Palermo : 2 - 2

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

• Almeria - Zaragoza : 1 - 0
• Barcelona - Osasuna : 2 - 0
• Santander - Mallorca : 0 - 0
• Tenerife - Villarreal : 2 - 2
• Valencia - Malaga : 1 - 0

Championship - Football (United Kingdom)

• Cardiff - Sheffield United : 1 - 1
• Leicester - Reading : 1 - 2
• Sheffield Weds - Watford : 2 - 1
• West Brom - Coventry : 1 - 0

Conference - Football (United Kingdom)

• Cambridge - Tamworth : 2 - 0
• Rushden & D - Oxford : 1 - 1

March 24, 2010 was a Wednesday and it was the 83rd day of the year 2010 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 24, 2010 can also be written as 3/24/2010 in the US and as 24/3/2010 in UK and Europe.

March 24, 2010 in March 2010 calendar

Famous people died on March 24, 2010:

• Robert Culp

  Versatile American actor best known for TV series 'I Spy' and 'The Greatest American Hero'.

• Jim Marshall

  Iconic American rock photography pioneer who captured legendary images of music's most influential artists during the 1960s and 1970s.

• Johnny Maestro

  American pop and doo-wop singer known for his work with The Crests and Brooklyn Bridge, famous for hits like '16 Candles'.

• Erdal Merdan

Famous people who died in 2010

Famous people who died on March 24th

March 24, 2010: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 24, 2010 was Rude Boy by Rihanna, according to the music chart for the week March 22nd and March 28th.

1. Rihanna - Rude Boy
2. Lady Antebellum - Need You Now
3. Taio Cruz - Break Your Heart
4. The Black Eyed Peas - Imma Be
5. B.o.B. - Nothin' On You

March 24, 2010: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 24, 2010 was Say Something by Timbaland Featuring Drake, according to the music chart for the week March 22nd and March 28th.

1. Timbaland Featuring Drake - Say Something
2. Robin Thicke - Sex Therapy
3. Monica - Everything To Me
4. Usher Featuring Plies - Hey Daddy (Daddy's Home)
5. Mary J. Blige - I Am

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 24th is Aries.

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March 24, 2010: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 24, 2010 is Tiger and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on March 24, 2010 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 24, 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 24, 2010 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 70% full, rising at 12:54 pm and setting at 03:58 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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Your place in the Universe on March 24, 2010

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Someone born on March 24, 2010 is:

15 years 1 month old,

or 181 months and 20 days old,

or 790 weeks

or 5530 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 24, 2010?

There are 314 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday March 24th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 24, 2010?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on March 24, 2010.

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