Thursday October 04, 2012: on this day

October 04, 2012 was a Thursday and it was the 278th day of the year 2012 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 04, 2012 can also be written as 10/4/2012 in the US and as 4/10/2012 in UK and Europe.

October 04, 2012 in October 2012 calendar

Here's what happened on October 04, 2012:

• After syrian forces attacked the turkish border town akcakale, five people were killed by them, the turkish parliament approved a motion authorizing crossborder military operations against syria.
• In retaliation to a cross-border attack from syria, turkish forces continue to bombard syrian territory.
• Syria condolences the victims of the akcakale shelling; a turkish official claims that syria has extended its sincere condolences.
• Protesters stormed the headquarters of libya's general national congress in tripoli, angry at prime minister mustafa abushagur’s proposed cabinet lineup. they claim it is not representative of the country.
• In just one day, the fbi investigates the attack on the u.s. consulate at benghazi, libya.
• Leung chun-ying, the chief executive of hong kong, and other officials observe three minutes silence in memory of the victims of the ferry collision off lamma island (october 1) to mark the beginning of a three day mourning period.
• A landslide has killed at least 19 people in yunnan, a southwestern chinese province. 18 of these were later confirmed dead while one was missing.
• David mcnarry, an expelled member of the ulster unionist party, represents strangford and joins the uk independence party. this makes him the party's first representative in any devolved assemblies in britain or northern ireland.
• A ship carrying abortion rights activists is prevented from entering the moroccan port at smir. the vessel is owned and operated by women on waves, a dutch non-profit organization that provides abortions and related services to women in countries with restrictive abortion laws.
• Gloria macapagal arroyo, former philippine president, is being held in hospital for new charges related to allegedly misusing state funds during her time in office.
• Official news agency in jordan announces king abdullah's dissolution of parliament. this opens the door to early elections.
• Iain lobban, director of gchq, gives a rare public speech where he talks about the "enduring lessons" that can be learned from the work of alan turing (who reportedly committed suicide).
• The 2013 championship draw takes place at croke park's gaa headquarters.
• Michael schumacher, german formula 1 driver, announces his retirement.

October 04, 2012: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on October 04, 2012:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $92.08
• Apple AAPL: opens at $671.25
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $29.95
• General Electric GE: opens at $22.95
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $210.28

Exchange Rates on October 04, 2012:

• 1 USD = 78.49 JPY
• 1 USD = 0.9803 CAD
• 1 USD = 0.9302 CHF
• 1 USD = 6.2845 CNY
• 1 EUR = 102.17 JPY

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 4th is Libra.

Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.

Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 04, 2012: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 04, 2012 is Dragon and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 04, 2012 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 04, 2012 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 October 04, 2012 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 74% full, rising at 09:03 pm and setting at 12:04 pm.

The previous full moon was on Sep 30, 2012 while the next full moon would come on Oct 29, 2012.

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Your place in the Universe on October 04, 2012

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Whose famous birthday is on October 4th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 4th:

• Susan Sarandon

  American actress, who is well-known for her roles in films since her 1970s debut.

• Christoph Waltz

  Christoph waltz is an austrian actor known for his captivating performances in quentin tarantino films, particularly for his roles in...

• Alicia Silverstone

  American actress, producer and author.

• Dakota Johnson

  American celebrity family, first child of actor husband don johnson and actress melanie griffith.

• Julien Clerc

  French chanson and pop singer.

• Liev Schreiber

  He was an american actor on stage and screen.

• Anne Rice

  American writer.

• Wendy Makkena

  American actress and dancer, known for her versatility and experience in comedy, voice-over, film and shakespeare.

• Paco León

  Spanish screenwriter and producer of spanish actor.

• Melissa Benoist

  American actress and singer.

See more famous people and celebrities born on October 4th

You are 11 years 6 months old,

or 138 months and 22 days old,

or 603 weeks and 1 day old,

or 4222 days old,

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 04, 2012?

There are 161 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday October 4th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 04, 2012?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on October 04, 2012.

Famous people died on October 04, 2012:

• Tom Stannage

  Australian footballer, historian, and academic (b. 1944).

• Stan Mudenge

  Zimbabwean historian and politician, zimbabwean minister of foreign affairs (b. 1941).

• David Atkinson

  Canadian actor and singer (b. 1921).

• Hans Höglund
• Alfio Andronico
• Erhard Wunderlich

What famous deaths happened on October 4th?

Famous deaths on October 4th:

• Graham Chapman

  An english actor and writer.

• Norman Wisdom

  English actor, comedian, and singer-songwriter (b. 1915).

• Tom Bell

  English actor on stage and in film (born 1933).

• Jill Bennett

  Actress (skull and hawks), dies at 58 from unknown causes.

• Evelean Rembrandt

  Evelean Rembrandt was a Dutch Golden Age painter, renowned for his masterful use of light and shadow in his portraits and biblical scenes.

• Dreden Rembrandt

  Dreden Rembrandt was a Dutch Golden Age painter who is generally considered one of the greatest painters in European art history.

• Wildon Rembrandt

  Wildon Rembrandt was a Dutch Golden Age painter known for his masterful use of chiaroscuro.

• Arles Rembrandt

  A Dutch Golden Age painter, Rembrandt is known for his masterful use of light and shadow in his portraits and biblical scenes.

• Janace Joplin

  Janace Joplin was an American singer and songwriter who was a major figure of the psychedelic rock era of the 1960s.

• Mercedies Sosa

  Iconic Argentine singer known for her powerful voice and social activism.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 4th

Observances on October 04, 2012:

• World Space Week, 4-10 October

October 04, 2012: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 04, 2012 was One More Night by Maroon 5, according to the music chart for the week October 1st and October 7th.

October 04, 2012: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 04, 2012 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 1st and October 7th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

1. Maroon 5 - One More Night
2. Psy - Gangnam Style
3. Fun. - Some Nights
4. Taylor Swift - We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together
5. P!nk - Blow Me (One Last Kiss)

October 04, 2012: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 04, 2012 was Adorn by Miguel, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 1st and October 7th.

October 04, 2012: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 04, 2012 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 1st and October 7th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

1. Miguel - Adorn
2. Future - Turn On The Lights
3. 2 Chainz Featuring Drake - No Lie
4. French Montana Featuring Rick Ross, Drake, Lil Wayne - Pop That
5. Brandy Featuring Chris Brown - Put It Down

October 04, 2012: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on October 04, 2012 was No Me Compares by Alejandro Sanz, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 1st and October 7th.

October 04, 2012: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on October 04, 2012 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 1st and October 7th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

1. Alejandro Sanz - No Me Compares
2. Wisin & Yandel Featuring Chris Brown & T-Pain - Algo Me Gusta De Ti
3. Banda El Recodo de Cruz Lizarraga - Sin Respiracion
4. Roberto Tapia - Mirando Al Cielo
5. La Arrolladora Banda el Limon de Rene Camacho - Cabecita Dura