Friday July 04, 2008: on this day

July 04, 2008 was the 186th day of the year 2008, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Friday.

Is July 04, 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 July 04, 2008, who was born and died on July 04, 2008, what holidays and observances are celebrated on July 04, 2008, which were the most popular songs (ex. I Kissed A Girl by Katy Perry), movies (e.g. The Dark Knight, directed by Christopher Nolan), TV series (e.g. Under One Roof) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about July 4th, 2008 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was July 04, 2008?


July 04, 2008 was a Friday and it was the 186th day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 04, 2008 can also be written as 7/4/2008 in the US and as 4/7/2008 in UK and Europe.

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July 04, 2008: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 04, 2008:

  • Parts of the 115-year old landmark are severely damaged and charred by a fire that swept through djurgarden, stockholm's biological museum.
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  • Tskhinvali is shelled by georgian forces in south ossetia.
  • Four people are killed in milwaukee, wisconsin during a street party.
  • Ingrid betancourt is back in france just two days after she was rescued.
  • A bomb explodes at a concert in minsk's independence square, injuring 50 people.

July 04, 2008: What were the magazines covers that day?

LIFE Magazine

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July 04, 2008: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on July 04, 2008:

  • 1 USD = 106.79 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0187 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.0252 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.859 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 167.73 JPY
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July 04, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 4th is Cancer.

Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.

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 04, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 04, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on July 4th, 2008 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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July 04, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 04, 2008 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 04, 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 July 04, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 5% full, rising at 07:03 am and setting at 10:00 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jun 18, 2008 while the next full moon would come on Jul 18, 2008.

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Who was born on July 04, 2008?


Famous people born on July 04, 2008:

  • Princesa Rayet Al Noor bint Al Hashim

Whose famous birthday is on July 4th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 4th:

  • George M. Cohan
    George M. Cohan

    George m. cohan was a prominent american entertainer, playwright, composer, lyricist, actor, singer, dancer, and producer known for his...

  • Victoria Abril
    Victoria Abril

    Spanish actress.

  • Eva Marie Saint
    Eva Marie Saint

    Eva marie saint is an american actress known for her roles in classic films such as 'on the waterfront' and 'north by northwest'.

  • Gina Lollobrigida
    Gina Lollobrigida

    After winning a beauty competition, she made her acting debut in 1947.

  • Kurtwood Smith
    Kurtwood Smith

    Kurtwood smith is an american actor known for his roles in 'robocop' and 'that '70s show'.

  • Alessio Boni
    Alessio Boni

    Italian actor.

  • Tahar Rahim
    Tahar Rahim

    He is a french-agerian actor who won the cesar award for best actress for his role as "a prophet" written by jacques audiard.

  • Viviane Romance
    Viviane Romance

    French actress, on-screen since 1931.

  • Jenny Seagrove
    Jenny Seagrove

    Born in malaysia as the daughter of an indonesian businessman, she is a british actress.

  • René Arnoux
    René Arnoux

    He was a french race car driver who competed in 12 formula 1 seasons (1978-1989).

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July 04, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 15 years 8 months old,

or 188 months and 15 days old,

or 819 weeks and 4 days old,

or 5737 days old,

if you were born on July 04, 2008.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 04, 2008?

There are 107 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday July 4th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 04, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on July 04, 2008.

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July 04, 2008: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on July 04, 2008:

  • Evelyn Keyes
    Evelyn Keyes

    Port arthur, texas -- actress (adventure to martin eden).

  • Charles Wheeler

    German-english soldier and journalist (b. 1923).

  • Thomas M. Disch

    American author and poet (d. 2008).

  • Jesse Helms

    American journalist and politician (d. 2008).

  • Terrence Kiel

    American football player (born 1980).

  • Jean-René Gougeon

What famous deaths happened on July 4th?

Famous deaths on July 4th:

  • Eva Gabor
    Eva Gabor

    Hungarian-american actress, youngest of three glamorous european immigrants to hollywood.

  • Eric Sykes
    Eric Sykes

    English actor, director, and screenwriter (b. 1923).

  • Brenda Joyce
    Brenda Joyce

    American actress (born 1917).

  • Gaby Morlay
    Gaby Morlay

    French actress in film.

  • Anne Shirley
    Anne Shirley

    Actress stella dallas, who was 75 years old, dies from lung cancer.

  • Marie Curie

    Polish-french scientist, a biologist and physicist, won nobel prizes in physics and chemistry in 1903 and 1911.

  • Jersei Curie

    Pioneering research on radioactivity and Nobel Prize winner.

  • Odester Curie

    Pioneering research on radioactivity and discovery of radium and polonium.

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July 04, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on July 04, 2008:

  • Filipino-American Friendship Day
  • In astronomy, the approximate date of Earth's aphelion.
  • United States and Denmark - Independence Day (1776)
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July 04, 2008: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on July 04, 2008 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 30th and July 6th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


July 04, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 04, 2008 was I Kissed A Girl by Katy Perry, according to the music chart for the week June 30th and July 6th.

July 04, 2008: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on July 04, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 30th and July 6th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I Kissed A Girl
  2. - Lollipop
  3. - Bleeding Love youtube
  4. - Take A Bow
  5. - Pocketful Of Sunshine

July 04, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 04, 2008 was Heaven Sent by Keyshia Cole, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 30th and July 6th.

July 04, 2008: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on July 04, 2008 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 30th and July 6th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Heaven Sent
  2. - Lollipop
  3. - Bust It Baby Part 2
  4. - A Milli
  5. - I Luv Your Girl

July 04, 2008: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on July 04, 2008 was Te Quiero by Flex, according to the Latin music chart for the week June 30th and July 6th.

July 04, 2008: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on July 04, 2008 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week June 30th and July 6th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Te Quiero
  2. - Si No Te Hubieras Ido
  3. - Hasta El Dia De Hoy
  4. - Donde Estan Corazon
  5. - Tu Adios No Mata

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July 04, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on July 04, 2008 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Dark Knight

The Dark Knight

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Christopher Nolan

Starring: Christian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Michael Caine

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

Forgetting Sarah Marshall

Forgetting Sarah Marshall

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Nicholas Stoller

Starring: Kristen Bell, Jason Segel, Paul Rudd, Mila Kunis

Country: United States of America

Funny Games

Funny Games

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Michael Haneke

Starring: Naomi Watts, Tim Roth, Michael Pitt, Brady Corbet

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

July 04, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on July 04, 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:

Under One Roof

Under One Roof

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Todd Wilson

Sekirei

Sekirei

Release year: 2008

Moon Machines

Moon Machines

Release year: 2008

Starring: Robert Seamans, Wernher von Braun, John F. Kennedy, Frank Borman

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Greensburg

Greensburg

Release year: 2008

Psychic Kids: Children of the Paranormal

Psychic Kids: Children of the Paranormal

Release year: 2008

Directed by: various

July 04, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on July 04, 2008 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Story of Edgar Sawtelle by David Wroblewski

The Story of Edgar Sawtelle

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This extraordinary debut novel has become a modern classic. Born mute and speaking only sign language, Edgar Sawtelle lives a happy life on his farm in remote northern Wisconsin with his parents.

Wisdom of Our Fathers by Tim Russert

Wisdom of Our Fathers

By:

What does it actually mean to be a father? What was the most important thing your father told you that has stuck with you all your life? Did you learn a lesson, a story or an experience that made you …

The Host by Stephenie Meyer

The Host

By:

The #1 bestseller is now a major motion movie: "Starting and addictive." . . . A story about love, loyalty, and family. -USA TodayMelanie Stryder refuses to fade away.

The Post-American World by Fareed Zakaria

The Post-American World

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"Zakaria . . . Fareed Zakaria, an international bestseller, describes "the rise of Fareed Zakaria" as having more intellectual range and insight than any other public thinker in West.

The Beach House by Jane Green

The Beach House

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The New York Times Bestseller and the ultimate beach read by Nan Powell, author of Promises to Keep & Another Piece of My Heart Nan Powell. She is a sixty-five year-old who is free-spirited.

July 04, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on July 04, 2008 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Brain Quest Grades 5 & 6

Brain Quest Grades 5 & 6

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Educational game Puzzle game

Publisher: Electronic Arts

D1GP Arcade

D1GP Arcade

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Racing, drifting

Publisher: Taito

Burning Wheels

Burning Wheels

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Xbox 360

Publisher: RTL Interactive

Bratz Ponyz 2

Bratz Ponyz 2

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Simulation

Publisher: The Game Factory

Boom Blox

Boom Blox

Platform: Wii, Mobile

Genre: Puzzle, Party game

Publisher: Electronic Arts

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Who was the US President on July 04, 2008?

On July 04, 2008 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 04, 2008?

On July 04, 2008 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on July 04, 2008?

On July 04, 2008 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about July 4th?

July 4th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 4th day of the month of July. 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 July 4th, such as:

  • 2019 - Sanctions against iran: royal marines take control of an oil tanker that was heading to baniyas, syria. the vessel is suspected of carrying iranian crude oil and breaching eu sanctions. robert macaire, the ambassador of the united kingdom to iran is summoned to tehran for the incident. iran calls it an "illegal seizure".
  • 2018 - Israeli-palestinian conflict: israeli security forces clash with bedouin residents of khan al-ahmar in west bank as israeli bulldozers prepare for demolition. on may 24, the supreme court of israel decided that residents of the village could be expelled, although such relocation is illegal under international humanitarian law.
  • 2017 - Ten people are killed and dozens injured in a boiler explosion at a garment factory in dhaka in bangladesh.

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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 July 2008?

July 2008 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with July being the 7th 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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