What happened on Thursday July 30, 2015?

Here's what happened on July 30, 2015:

• Russia Blocks MH17 Tribunal Resolution Russia vetoed a U.N. Security Council resolution to establish an international criminal tribunal investigating the Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 crash, preventing potential international legal proceedings.
• Extreme Heat Wave Strikes Middle East An unprecedented heat wave engulfed the Middle East, with Baghdad recording a scorching 50°C (122°F) and Bandar Mahshahr in Iran experiencing a near-record heat index of 74°C (165.2°F), demonstrating extreme climate conditions.
• Turkey-PKK Conflict Escalates Three Turkish soldiers were killed in an ambush by PKK militants on a military convoy in the southeastern Sirnak Province, highlighting the ongoing tensions in the region.
• Deadly Landslide in Nepal A catastrophic landslide near Pokhara, Nepal, resulted in at least 30 fatalities, underscoring the region's vulnerability to natural disasters.
• Student Suicide Sparks Taiwanese Education Protest A high school student's tragic suicide by charcoal fumes, following protests against Sinocentric curriculum revisions, triggered widespread demonstrations, with hundreds storming the education ministry.
• Yakub Memon Executed for 1993 Bombay Bombings India executed Yakub Memon for his significant role in the 1993 Bombay bombings, a pivotal moment in the country's counterterrorism efforts.
• Taliban Selects New Leader After extensive deliberations, the Taliban announced Mullah Akhtar Mansoor as the successor to Mullah Omar, bypassing his son Yaqoob Omar.
• Chinese General Expelled in Corruption Probe General Guo Boxiong, a high-ranking military official, was accused of accepting bribes for officer promotions and expelled from the Communist Party of China as part of President Xi's anti-corruption campaign.

Events in 2015

July 30, 2015: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Jul. 30, 2015

July 30, 2015: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on July 30, 2015:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $83.18
• Apple AAPL: opens at $122.32
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $46.26
• General Electric GE: opens at $26.23
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $160.50

Exchange Rates on July 30, 2015:

• 1 USD = 0.9146 EUR
• 1 USD = 124.186 JPY
• 1 USD = 0.6411 GBP
• 1 USD = 1.372 AUD
• 1 USD = 1.3005 CAD

July 30, 2015 was a Thursday and it was the 211th day of the year 2015 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 30, 2015 can also be written as 7/30/2015 in the US and as 30/7/2015 in UK and Europe.

July 30, 2015 in July 2015 calendar

Famous people died on July 30, 2015:

• Yakub Memon

  Indian writer and poet who made significant contributions to Urdu literature, known for his literary works and cultural impact.

• Lynn Anderson

  Renowned country music singer famous for her hit 'I Never Promised You a Rose Garden' and accomplished horsewoman who won numerous...

• Stuart Baggs

  English businessman (b. 1988).

• Francis Paul Prucha

  American historian and academic (b. 1921).

• Alena Vrzáňová

  Czech figure skater (b. 1931).

Famous people who died in 2015

Famous people who died on July 30th

July 30, 2015: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 30, 2015 was Cheerleader by OMI, according to the music chart for the week July 27th and August 2nd.

1. OMI - Cheerleader
2. The Weeknd - Can't Feel My Face
3. Wiz Khalifa Featuring Charlie Puth - See You Again
4. Taylor Swift Featuring Kendrick Lamar - Bad Blood
5. Silento - Watch Me

July 30, 2015: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 30, 2015 was Can't Feel My Face by The Weeknd, according to the music chart for the week July 27th and August 2nd.

1. The Weeknd - Can't Feel My Face
2. Wiz Khalifa Featuring Charlie Puth - See You Again
3. Silento - Watch Me
4. Fetty Wap - Trap Queen
5. The Weeknd - The Hills

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 30th is Leo.

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Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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July 30, 2015: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 30, 2015 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 30, 2015 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 30, 2015 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 July 30, 2015 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 07:27 pm and setting at 06:04 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 02, 2015 while the next full moon would come on Jul 31, 2015.

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Someone born on July 30, 2015 is:

9 years 9 months old,

or 117 months and 20 days old,

or 511 weeks and 5 days old,

or 3582 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 30, 2015?

There are 71 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday July 30th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 30, 2015?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on July 30, 2015.

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