What happened on Saturday August 06, 2016?

Here's what happened on August 06, 2016:

• Charleroi police attack in Belgium On August 6, 2016, a machete attack occurred in Charleroi, Belgium, targeting police officers. The assailant was shot and killed by police. The attack was claimed by ISIL. source: dw.com
• Rouen bar fire tragedy On August 6, 2016, a fire erupted at the Cuba Libre bar in Rouen, France, during a private birthday party. The blaze resulted in at least 13 fatalities and six injuries. Initial investigations indicated that the fire was accidental, possibly caused by candles on a birthday cake igniting the ceiling's soundproofing material. source: standard.co.uk
• Abu Sayyaf kidnaps three in Sulu, Philippines On August 6, 2016, suspected Abu Sayyaf Group members abducted three individuals in Patikul, Sulu. The victims, a technician from Globe Telecom, his wife, and a companion, were taken from their vehicle in Barangay Timpook. The kidnapping increased the number of hostages held by the group in Sulu to 27 at that time. source: gmanetwork.com
• Tropical Storm Earl in Mexico Tropical Storm Earl made its final landfall in eastern Mexico near Veracruz, causing severe flooding that led to the deaths of at least six people. The storm's impact highlighted the destructive potential of tropical weather systems.
• Nissan and Panasonic Battery Plant Negotiations Reuters reported that Nissan is engaged in discussions with Panasonic Corporation regarding the potential sale of its car battery manufacturing plant, signaling potential strategic shifts in the automotive and technology sectors.
• Senator Schatz Criticizes Trump's Philippines Comments Hawaii U.S. Senator Brian Schatz publicly criticized Donald Trump for his controversial statement calling the Philippines a 'terrorist country' during the 2016 presidential election campaign.

Events in 2016

August 06, 2016: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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August 06, 2016: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on August 06, 2016:

• 1 USD = 0.765 GBP
• 1 USD = 18.7255 MXN
• 1 EUR = 9.5018 SEK

August 06, 2016: What were the main match results that day?

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

• Eupen - Mechelen : 0 - 2
• Mouscron - Charleroi : 0 - 1
• Standard - St Truiden : 2 - 0
• Waasland-Beveren - Waregem : 0 - 2

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

• Bochum - Union Berlin : 2 - 1
• Dresden - Nurnberg : 1 - 1
• Sandhausen - Fortuna Dusseldorf : 2 - 2

Division 2 - Football (France)

• Strasbourg - Amiens : 1 - 0

Championship - Football (United Kingdom)

• Birmingham - Cardiff : 0 - 0
• Blackburn - Norwich : 1 - 4
• Bristol City - Wigan : 2 - 1
• Derby - Brighton : 0 - 0
• Huddersfield - Brentford : 2 - 1

August 06, 2016 was a Saturday and it was the 219th day of the year 2016 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 06, 2016 can also be written as 8/6/2016 in the US and as 6/8/2016 in UK and Europe.

August 06, 2016 in August 2016 calendar

Famous people died on August 06, 2016:

• Pete Fountain
• Ivo Hélcio Jardim de Campos Pitanguy

Famous people who died in 2016

Famous people who died on August 6th

August 06, 2016: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 06, 2016 was Cheap Thrills by Sia Featuring Sean Paul, according to the music chart for the week August 1st and August 7th.

1. Sia Featuring Sean Paul - Cheap Thrills
2. Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla - One Dance
3. Calvin Harris Featuring Rihanna - This Is What You Came For
4. Justin Timberlake - Can't Stop The Feeling!
5. The Chainsmokers Featuring Daya - Don't Let Me Down

August 06, 2016: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 06, 2016 was One Dance by Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla, according to the music chart for the week August 1st and August 7th.

1. Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla - One Dance
2. Rihanna - Needed Me
3. Kent Jones - Don't Mind
4. Desiigner - Panda
5. Drake - Controlla

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 6th is Leo.

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August 06, 2016: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 06, 2016 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 06, 2016 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 06, 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 August 06, 2016 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 17% full, rising at 09:43 am and setting at 10:11 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 19, 2016 while the next full moon would come on Aug 18, 2016.

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Someone born on August 06, 2016 is:

9 years 9 months old,

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You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on August 06, 2016.

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