Sunday, October 17, 2021, was 2 years ago. It was the 290th day and 10th month of the year in the Georgian calendar. It’s the 47th day of Fall (autumn) and there are 45 days left until Winter. October 17, 2021 zodiac sign is Libra. On this day, Joe Biden (Democratic) was the president of the United States and the world population was approximately 7.92 billion, according to census.gov.
Below is everything you need to know about October 17, 2021, including important events in history, top news headlines, US stock market results, social trends, and what was popular in entertainment. We’ll also look at October 17 zodiac details, day facts, and more ⤵
| Day index | 290th day of the year |
| Day of week | 3rd Sunday of 2021 |
| Week index | 42nd week of 2021 |
| Season | 47th day of Fall (autumn) |
| Generation | Generation Alpha |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra ♎ |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Ruling Planet | Venus |
| Numerology | 5 |
| October Birthstone | Opal and Tourmaline |
| October Birth flower | Marigold |
We are using US standard week number calculations.
Fun fact: Here is how to write October 17, 2021, in Roman numerals: XXVIIMMXXI (month-day, year)
October 17th zodiac sign
The zodiac sign for October 17 is Libra ♎. Libra's strengths are: cooperative, diplomatic, and gracious. While the weaknesses are: self-pity, indecisive, and will carry a grudge. Venus is the ruling planet of Libra.
Top news headlines from October 17, 2021
Here is what happened on this day.
- Batman’ Trailer: Catwoman, Penguin Take Center Stage
- New The Batman Trailer Puts Horror Spin on Robert Pattinson Movie
- Hollywood Strike Averted; IATSE Producers Reach Deal On New Film/TV Contract
- Bill Clinton expected to be discharged from hospital on Sunday
- Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker Are Engaged – E! Online
Popular topics that trended on the web and social media on October 17th:
Cowboys #AskFFT Byron Jones Tennessee Packers -6 #MIAvsJAX
October 17th events in history
Below are some important historical events that happened on October 17.
Battle at Tours (Poitiers): Charles Martel's Frankish and Burgundian forces beat those of al-Andalus under Abdul Rahman Al Ghafiqi halting Islamic influence (date disputed).French and British forces bombard Sevastopol for the first time during the Crimean War.
Guglielmo Marconi's company begins the first commercial transatlantic wireless service between Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada and Clifden, Ireland.
Stock markets on October 17, 2021
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October 17, 2021 US Holidays
Holidays on this day: No major holidays found for this date.
Popular Tweets on Oct 17, 2021
Here are popular and most liked tweets on this day in United States:
https://twitter.com/dallascowboys/status/1449887145519456256%20since%3A2021-10-16%20until%3A2021-10-18
https://twitter.com/NFL/status/1449885671045304323%20since%3A2021-10-16%20until%3A2021-10-18
https://twitter.com/chicagosky/status/1449846799267631104%20since%3A2021-10-16%20until%3A2021-10-18
October 17, 2021 in Music
The number one song on The Billboard Hot 100 was "Stay" by The Kid Laroi& Justin Bieber.
October 17 calendar
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| October 17, 2024 | Thursday |
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| October 17, 2027 | Sunday |
What is Numerology and life path number?
October 17, 2021 life path number is 5. Numerologists believe that we have all had previous lifetimes. Each number from 1-9 holds a vibration and each vibration produces a predictable characteristic or outcome around it. Life Path 5 is thought to be a whirlwind of energy, constantly in need of change and stimulation. You are loyal, you can also be selfish, thoughtless and irresponsible. Your family and friends may view you as independent and unpredictable. You're always up for an adventure and aren't averse to taking risks.
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