Wednesday December 29, 2010: on this day

December 29, 2010 was the 363rd day of the year 2010, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is December 29, 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 December 29, 2010, who was born and died on December 29, 2010, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 29, 2010, which were the most popular songs (ex. Firework by Katy Perry), movies (e.g. Avatar, directed by James Cameron), TV series (e.g. Glory Daze) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 29th, 2010 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was December 29, 2010?


December 29, 2010 was a Wednesday and it was the 363rd day of the year 2010 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 29, 2010 can also be written as 12/29/2010 in the US and as 29/12/2010 in UK and Europe.

December 29, 2010 in December 2010 calendar

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December 29, 2010: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on December 29, 2010:

  • South thailand insurgency: seven people were injured in a bomb attack by suspected islamist insurgents in southern thailand.
  • Nigerian sharia conflict: three people are killed in an attack by islamist group boko haram, northeast nigeria. this is the latest of a series of attacks.
  • Mexican drug war: mexico's los zetas drug cartel is threatening to start a war in guatemala, where the government has declared a "state under siege".
  • Five islamist militants were arrested in denmark for plotting to attack the ''jyllands-posten" newspaper.
  • According to the iraq body count, the death toll from violence in iraq has dropped to less than 4,000 in 2010. this is the lowest number since 2003.
  • Tunisian protests 2010: tunisian president zine el abidine ben ali threatens people with a "firm" punishment and protests unemployment and poor living conditions.
  • In the face of rising food prices, the minimum wage in beijing, china is being raised 20% for the second consecutive month.
  • After a south china sea cargo ship sinks, 12 vietnamese sailors have been reported missing. 11 crew members were also rescued.
  • An antonov an-22 cargo aircraft crashes in training in russia's tula region, killing 12 crew members.
  • The associated press has obtained a draft resolution urging the united nations security council criticise israel's construction of settlements.
  • A letter from 30 rabbi wives is controversial because it calls for israeli girls to not date arabs or work at places that employ non jews. it comes three weeks after another similar letter, which urged jews to refrain from property trading with non-jews.
  • The united states has revoked the visa of bernardo alvarez herrera (venezuelan ambassador to the united states),
  • Laurent gbagbo, president of cote d'ivoire refuses to resign after a meeting between other african leaders.
  • After illegally crossing into cambodia, seven thais were arrested, including one mp.
  • Cuba commutes the last death sentence remaining on the island
  • Angola's court sentences joao antonio puati, a convict in connection to the attack on togo's national football team last january, to 24 years in prison.
  • Juan manuel santos, president of colombia, announces pedro guerrero's death. he was one of colombia's most wanted men and was shot to death by police during christmas celebrations.
  • Residents of the comoros islands elect ikilou dhoinine as president.
  • China's government has introduced new measures to combat corruption.
  • After winning the fourth test against australia in melbourne in 2010, england has retained the ashes for first time in 24-years.
  • Malaysia wins the 2010 aff suzuki cup, beating indonesia 4-2 in the final matches.

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December 29, 2010: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on December 29, 2010:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $73.41
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $326.22
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $27.94
  • General Electric GE: opens at $18.37
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $146.00

Exchange Rates on December 29, 2010:

  • 1 USD = 81.6 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0007 CAD
  • 1 USD = 0.9456 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.621 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 107.92 JPY

December 29, 2010: What were the main match results that day?

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Club Brugge - Charleroi : 5 - 0
  • Germinal - Eupen : 0 - 0
  • Kortrijk - Anderlecht : 0 - 2
  • Lierse - Westerlo : 2 - 1

Championship - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Nott'm Forest - Derby : 5 - 2

Division 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Dunfermline - Cowdenbeath : 5 - 0
  • Falkirk - Raith Rvs : 0 - 0

League 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Brighton - Charlton : 1 - 1
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December 29, 2010: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 29th is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 29, 2010: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 29, 2010 is Tiger and the associated element is Metal.

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Discover the planets positions on December 29th, 2010 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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December 29, 2010: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on December 29, 2010 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 29, 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 December 29, 2010 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 22% full, rising at 01:24 am and setting at 12:41 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 21, 2010 while the next full moon would come on Jan 19, 2011.

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Who was born on December 29, 2010?


Famous people born on December 29, 2010:

  • Savannah Phillips

Whose famous birthday is on December 29th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 29th:

  • Patricia Clarkson
    Patricia Clarkson

    Patricia Clarkson is an American actress and entrepreneur who has founded several successful businesses.

  • Jude Law
    Jude Law

    Renowned actor who has also shown interest and skill in sports.

  • Jon Voight
    Jon Voight

    American actor, who received oscar nominations for movies such as 1969's "deliverance", and "midnight cowboy" in addition to a few minor...

  • Ted Danson
    Ted Danson

    American actor.

  • Diego Luna
    Diego Luna

    Mexican actor, director and producer.

  • Alison Brie
    Alison Brie

    Alison Brie is an American actress known for her roles in TV shows like 'Community' and 'GLOW'.

  • Ross Lynch
    Ross Lynch

    American actor and musician known for his role in Disney Channel's 'Austin & Ally'.

  • Jane Levy
    Jane Levy

    Tv actress.

  • Leonor Varela
    Leonor Varela

    Model and actress from chile, both american and chilean.

  • Mekhi Phifer
    Mekhi Phifer

    American actor.

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December 29, 2010: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 13 years 3 months old,

or 159 months and 21 days old,

or 694 weeks and 2 days old,

or 4860 days old,

if you were born on December 29, 2010.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 29, 2010?

There are 254 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday December 29th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 29, 2010?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on December 29, 2010.

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December 29, 2010: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on December 29, 2010:

  • Avi Cohen

    Israeli footballer and manager (d. 2010).

  • Bill Erwin

    American actor and cartoonist (b. 1914).

  • Pavel Kolčin
  • Silvano Spadaccino
  • Manuel Veiga López
  • Jorge Gabela

What famous deaths happened on December 29th?

Famous deaths on December 29th:

  • Peggy Cummins
    Peggy Cummins

    Irish actress (b. 1925).

  • Lita Grey
    Lita Grey

    American actress (born in 1908).

  • Vivienne Segal
    Vivienne Segal

    At 95, a us actress (broadway pal joey), is dead.

  • Reginna Maria Rilke

    Renowned poet known for his lyrical and philosophical works.

  • Alekai Laiho

    Talented golfer known for his precision and skill on the course.

  • Joseff Cornell

    Known for his intricate shadow boxes and collages.

  • Syvilla

    Renowned African-American dancer and choreographer.

  • Christina Rossetti

    The sister of d.g.

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December 29, 2010: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on December 29, 2010:

  • The fourth day of Christmas in Western Christianity.
  • R.C. Saints - Thomas Becket (optional memorial)
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December 29, 2010: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on December 29, 2010 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 27th and January 2nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


December 29, 2010: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 29, 2010 was Firework by Katy Perry, according to the music chart for the week December 27th and January 2nd.

December 29, 2010: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on December 29, 2010 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 27th and January 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Firework youtube
  2. - Grenade youtube
  3. - What's My Name?
  4. - Raise Your Glass
  5. - We R Who We R youtube

December 29, 2010: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 29, 2010 was Can't Be Friends by Trey Songz, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 27th and January 2nd.

December 29, 2010: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on December 29, 2010 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 27th and January 2nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Can't Be Friends
  2. - Aston Martin Music
  3. - What's My Name?
  4. - No Hands
  5. - Right Thru Me

December 29, 2010: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on December 29, 2010 was Danza Kuduro by Don Omar & Lucenzo, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 27th and January 2nd.

December 29, 2010: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on December 29, 2010 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 27th and January 2nd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Danza Kuduro
  2. - Loca
  3. - Bon, Bon
  4. - Corazon Sin Cara
  5. - Ni Lo Intentes

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December 29, 2010: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on December 29, 2010 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

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

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

Law Abiding Citizen

Law Abiding Citizen

Release year: 2010

Directed by: F. Gary Gray

Starring: Gerard Butler, Jamie Foxx, Leslie Bibb, Colm Meaney

Country: United States of America

Precious

Precious

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Lee Daniels

Starring: Gabourey Sidibe, Mo'Nique, Paula Patton, Mariah Carey

Country: United States of America

December 29, 2010: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on December 29, 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:

Glory Daze

Glory Daze

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Ramon Fernandez

Backwash

Backwash

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Danny Leiner

Edwardian Farm

Edwardian Farm

Release year: 2010

Starring: Peter Ginn, Ruth Goodman, Alex Langlands

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

In Between Men

In Between Men

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Jennifer Gelfer

Eva Luna

Eva Luna

Release year: 2010

Directed by: Adriana Barraza

December 29, 2010: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on December 29, 2010 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Help by Kathryn Stockett

The Help

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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 …

An Object Of Beauty by Steve Martin

An Object Of Beauty

By:

Lacey Yeager, a young, charismatic, and ambitious woman, is poised to take NYC's art world by storm. You are a Sotheby's employee and eager to climb the career and social ladders.

Freedom by Jonathan Franzen

Freedom

By:

#1 National BestsellerWinner, John Gardner Fiction AwardA National Book Critics Circle Award FinalistA Los Angeles Times Book Prize FinalistIn Jonathan Franzen's first novel since The Corrections we have an epic tale of modern love and marriage.

Room by Emma Donoghue

Room

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NOW A MAJOR MOOTION PICTURE -- Nominated for Four Academy Awards, including Best Picture. . . . It is where he was born. It is where he and Ma eat, sleep, play, and learn.

Decoded by Jay-Z

Decoded

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The expanded paperback edition is a bestselling New York Times bestseller that includes 16 pages of new material and 3 new songs.

December 29, 2010: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on December 29, 2010 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Arcania: Gothic 4

Arcania: Gothic 4

Platform: Microsoft Windows Xbox 360 PlayStation 3 PlayStation 4

Genre: Action role-playing

Publisher: JoWooD Entertainment Nordic Games GmbH

Cities XL 2011

Cities XL 2011

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: City simulator

Publisher: Focus Home Interactive

DeathSpank

DeathSpank

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360

Genre: Action role-playing

Publisher: Electronic Arts

Disney Sing It: Party Hits

Disney Sing It: Party Hits

Platform: PlayStation 3, Wii

Genre: Karaoke

Publisher: Disney Interactive Studios

Darkness Within 2: The Dark Lineage

Darkness Within 2: The Dark Lineage

Platform: Microsoft Windows Cloud (OnLive)

Genre: Adventure

Publisher: Iceberg Interactive

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Who was the US President on December 29, 2010?

On December 29, 2010 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 29, 2010?

On December 29, 2010 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on December 29, 2010?

On December 29, 2010 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about December 29th?

December 29th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 29th day of the month of December. 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 December 29th, such as:

  • 2018 - Egyptian police have killed 40 militants in a retaliation to the roadside bombing that left three vietnamese tourists dead and one egyptian tour guide injured.
  • 2017 - Attack on saint menas church: nine people are killed by two coordinated attacks against coptic christians in egypt. a gunman kills two victims in an appliance store owned by coptic christians in cairo's helwan district. after killing two victims, the gunman moves on to a church and kills six more civilians and a cop before being arrested.
  • 2016 - Russian president vladimir putin stated that a ceasefire was reached between the rebel forces and the government of syria. russia and turkey are said to have guaranteed the ceasefire, which would not include un-denominated terrorist organizations like isil and al-nusra. while the fsa states it will abide by this truce, ahrar al sham expresses "reservations".

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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 December 2010?

December 2010 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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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