Monday December 01, 2008: on this day

December 01, 2008 was the 336th day of the year 2008, under the sign of Sagittarius and the day of the week was Monday.

Is December 01, 2008 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 01, 2008, who was born and died on December 01, 2008, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 01, 2008, which were the most popular songs (ex. Live Your Life by T.I.), movies (e.g. Seven Pounds, directed by Gabriele Muccino), TV series (e.g. Closing Time) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 1st, 2008 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was December 01, 2008?


December 01, 2008 was a Monday and it was the 336th day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 01, 2008 can also be written as 12/1/2008 in the US and as 1/12/2008 in UK and Europe.

December 01, 2008 in December 2008 calendar

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December 01, 2008: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on December 01, 2008:

  • A barrel of light crude oil costs between us$5.15 and us$49.28.
  • Pilgrim's pride corp is the largest u.s. chicken business and files for voluntary bankruptcy protection.
  • Canada's liberal party, new democratic party and bloc quebecois agree to form a coalition government with stephane dion leading, with the intent of overthrowing the conservative government, which was elected less than two years ago.
  • Ten people are killed in a suicide bombing attack in helmand, afghanistan, which also includes two police officers.
  • United states president-elect barack obama announced his national security team to the transition advisory board. senator hillary rodham clinton, new york, was one of them, and she was also nominated secretary.
  • 2008 thai political crisis:
  • People's alliance for democracy stops protesting at the thai government house, and distributes protesters for security reasons to bangkok's suvarnabhumi or don muang airports.
  • The flight to bangkok is cancelled and the passengers are moved to thailand's other regions, including chonburi, chiang mai, and chonburi. (bbc news),
  • 2008 thai political crisis: the people's alliance for democracy stops protesting at thailand's government house and sends protesters to bangkok's suvarnabhumi (or don muang) airports for security reasons. (nation multimedia). flights to bangkok are cancelled and people are moved to other areas of the country such as chonburi, chiang mai, and phuket. (bbc news),

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December 01, 2008: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on December 01, 2008:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $77.89
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $91.30
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $19.88
  • General Electric GE: opens at $16.36
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $80.95

Exchange Rates on December 01, 2008:

  • 1 USD = 93.18 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.2469 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.2062 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.8852 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 117.44 JPY

December 01, 2008: What were the main match results that day?

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Frankfurt FSV - Mainz : 1 - 4

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Lens - Sedan : 1 - 3

Championship - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Reading - Coventry : 3 - 1

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • Liverpool - West Ham : 0 - 0
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December 01, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 1st is Sagittarius.

Sagittarius is the 9th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between November 22nd and December 21st belong to the Sagittarius sign: discover Sagittarius personality and who should a Sagittarius 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 01, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 01, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on December 1st, 2008 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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December 01, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on December 01, 2008 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 01, 2008 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 01, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 23% full, rising at 10:16 am and setting at 08:49 pm.

The previous full moon was on Nov 13, 2008 while the next full moon would come on Dec 12, 2008.

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Who was born on December 01, 2008?


Whose famous birthday is on December 1st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 1st:

  • Woody Allen
    Woody Allen

    American comedian, writer and actor, as well as film director, screenwriter and playwright, he is gifted and attractive.

  • Sarah Silverman
    Sarah Silverman

    American comedian, writer, producer, actress.

  • Zoë Kravitz
    Zoë Kravitz

    American actress, singer, and model.

  • Alain Bashung
    Alain Bashung

    French comedian, actor, songwriter and comedian (born 1947).

  • Bette Midler
    Bette Midler

    American actress, singer, comedian, and recording artist.

  • Richard Pryor
    Richard Pryor

    American actor and comedian.

  • Edouard Baer
    Edouard Baer

    French television presenter, actor, and film director.

  • Janelle Monáe
    Janelle Monáe

    Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and actress known for her unique style and powerful vocals.

  • Charlene Tilton
    Charlene Tilton

    American actress and singer.

  • John Densmore
    John Densmore

    American drummer, fourth member of the rock band "the doors.

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December 01, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 15 years 4 months old,

or 184 months and 17 days old,

or 802 weeks and 3 days old,

or 5617 days old,

if you were born on December 01, 2008.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 01, 2008?

There are 227 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday December 1st 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 01, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on December 01, 2008.

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December 01, 2008: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on December 01, 2008:

  • Paul Benedict
    Paul Benedict

    American actor (born 1938).

  • Hazim al-Bibars

    Syrian politician and former Minister of Defense.

  • Solmon Rajaram Bojji

    Indian poet known for his contributions to Telugu literature.

  • Joseph B. Wirthlin

    American businessman and religious leader (b. 1917).

  • Giorgio Soavi
  • Franco Mancini
  • Emanuel Rackman
  • Lev Mantula
  • Rolando Rigamonti
  • Siegfried Knappe
  • Aurel Vernescu
  • Betty Goodwin
  • Hélène Pedneault
  • Mikel Laboa

What famous deaths happened on December 1st?

Famous deaths on December 1st:

  • James Baldwin
    James Baldwin

    American writer (born in 1924).

  • Claude Jade
    Claude Jade

    One of the most prominent actresses of france's new wave, well-known for her roles in truffaut’s trilogy: "baisers vola (c)s", and "domicile...

  • Ken Berry
    Ken Berry

    American actor, singer, and dancer (d. 2018).

  • Milferd Bolton

    Pioneer in computer science and artificial intelligence.

  • Netty Simons

    Renowned actress known for her versatile roles in film and theater.

  • Megon Avery

    Megon Avery was a renowned British biographer whose works have been praised for their meticulous research and insightful portrayals of...

  • Hriday Ram Shenoy

    Indian politician and freedom fighter.

  • Jarry Haldane

    Known for his work in genetics and evolutionary biology.

  • Mclaren Stewart

    Renowned Scottish novelist known for his works exploring themes of identity and culture.

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December 01, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on December 01, 2008:

  • Iceland
  • Ancient Latvia - Barbes Diena observed
  • Feast day of St Eligius
  • Romania - Union Day (the national holiday)
  • Angola's Pioneers' Day
  • World AIDS Day
  • Portugal - Restoration of Independence Day: on December 1, 1640, Portugal regains its independence from Spain and Jopo IV of Portugal becomes king.
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December 01, 2008: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on December 01, 2008 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 1st and December 7th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


December 01, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 01, 2008 was Live Your Life by T.I., according to the music chart for the week December 1st and December 7th.

December 01, 2008: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on December 01, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 1st and December 7th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Live Your Life
  2. - Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)
  3. - If I Were A Boy
  4. - Whatever You Like youtube
  5. - Hot N Cold

December 01, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 01, 2008 was Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It) by Beyonce, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 1st and December 7th.

December 01, 2008: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on December 01, 2008 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 1st and December 7th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)
  2. - Live Your Life
  3. - Miss Independent
  4. - Bust Your Windows
  5. - Spotlight

December 01, 2008: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on December 01, 2008 was No Me Doy Por Vencido by Luis Fonsi, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 1st and December 7th.

December 01, 2008: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on December 01, 2008 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 1st and December 7th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - No Me Doy Por Vencido
  2. - Amor Inmortal
  3. - Como Duele
  4. - Lloro Por Ti
  5. - Te Regalo Amores

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December 01, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on December 01, 2008 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Seven Pounds

Seven Pounds

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Gabriele Muccino

Starring: Will Smith, Rosario Dawson, Woody Harrelson, Michael Ealy

Country: United States of America

The Great Debaters

The Great Debaters

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Denzel Washington

Starring: Denzel Washington, Forest Whitaker, Kimberly Elise, Nate Parker

Country: United States of America

He's Just Not That Into You

He's Just Not That Into You

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Ken Kwapis

Starring: Ginnifer Goodwin, Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Connelly, Morgan Lily

Country: United States of America

Fighting

Fighting

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Dito Montiel

Starring: Channing Tatum, Terrence Howard, Luis Guzmán, Zulay Henao

Country: United States of America

The Hitcher

The Hitcher

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Dave Meyers

Starring: Sean Bean, Sophia Bush, Zachary Knighton, Neal McDonough

Country: United States of America

December 01, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on December 01, 2008 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Closing Time

Closing Time

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Hans Lietz

Secret Millionaire

Secret Millionaire

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Michael Scott

The Drinky Crow Show

The Drinky Crow Show

Release year: 2008

Country: United States of America

December 01, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on December 01, 2008 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Gate House by Nelson DeMille

The Gate House

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Nelson DeMille, #1 New York Times Bestseller, delivers the long-awaited sequel to his classic novel The Gold Coast. John Sutter was left behind after John Sutter's mafia lover and aristocratic wife, John Sutter, died.

Extreme Measures by Vince Flynn

Extreme Measures

By:

The thriller featuring counterterrorism hero Mitch Rapp, #1 New York Times bestseller author Vince Flynn is pulse-pounding. He wage war against a new enemy using the help of a

Cross Country by James Patterson

Cross Country

By:

Alex Cross chases the most vicious killer he has ever seen, to a land full of terror and back. This is the most horrific crime scene Alex Cross has ever witnessed. Then, more murders, each one more brutal, follow.

The Brass Verdict by Michael Connelly

The Brass Verdict

By:

Defense attorney Mickey Haller is finally seeing the light. Haller is finally back in court after two years of missteps.

The Lucky One by Nicholas Sparks

The Lucky One

By:

Nicholas Sparks, the bestselling author of 14 books, tells the story of a man who had to deal with death and found the love of his dreams in his 14th book.

December 01, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on December 01, 2008 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Bananagrams

Bananagrams

Platform: Flash

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: Majesco Entertainment

Bomberman Touch: The Legend of Mystic Bomb

Bomberman Touch: The Legend of Mystic Bomb

Platform: iOS

Genre: Strategy

Publisher: Hudson Soft

CosmicBreak

CosmicBreak

Platform: Windows (2K/XP/Vista/7)

Genre: Free-to-play, Third-person shooter

Publisher: CyberStep

Avatar: The Last Airbender – Into the Inferno

Avatar: The Last Airbender – Into the Inferno

Platform: Wii, Nintendo DS, PlayStation 2

Genre: Action, Adventure

Publisher: Play THQ

Aquanaut's Holiday: Hidden Memories

Aquanaut's Holiday: Hidden Memories

Platform: PlayStation 3

Genre: Submarine adventure

Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment

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Who was the US President on December 01, 2008?

On December 01, 2008 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 01, 2008?

On December 01, 2008 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on December 01, 2008?

On December 01, 2008 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about December 1st?

December 1st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 1st 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 1st, such as:

  • 2018 - 2018 anchorage earthquake: more than 1,000 aftershocks shake alaska following a magnitude 7.0 earthquake that knocked out power and tore through buildings in anchorage.
  • 2017 - 2017 peshawar agriculture directorate attack: four attackers stormed the directorate of agricultural training institute, pakistan, and exchanged fire with army and police personnel. at least 12 people are hurt and 12 are killed by the attackers. tehrik-i-taliban pakistan claims responsibility.
  • 2016 - Ethnic violence in south sudan (2011-present). a united nations human rights committee in south sudan asserts that a "steady proces of ethnic cleansing" is taking place in the war-torn country.

Find out more about December 1st

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What happened in 2008?

2008 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • The US$100 per barrel price for crude oil is the highest ever recorded.
  • The Democratic caucuses in Iowa, USA choose Barack Obama to be their presidential candidate on November 8. Hillary Clinton, the national front-runner, is third behind John Edwards. Mike Huckabee was chosen by the Republican caucuses over Mitt Romney.
  • Seldom seen snowfalls in southeast Florida, USA.

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What was the calendar for December 2008?

December 2008 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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