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April 08, 2006 was the 98th day of the year 2006, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is April 08, 2006 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on April 08, 2006, who was born and died on April 08, 2006, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 08, 2006, which were the most popular songs (ex. Bad Day by Daniel Powter), movies (e.g. V for Vendetta, directed by James McTeigue), TV series (e.g. High Hopes) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 8th, 2006 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 08, 2006?
- April 08, 2006: What happened on that day?
- April 08, 2006: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 08, 2006: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 08, 2006?
- April 08, 2006: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 08, 2006: What famous people died on that day?
- April 08, 2006: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 08, 2006: Number 1 song on that day
- April 08, 2006: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 08, 2006: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 08, 2006: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- April 08, 2006: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 08, 2006?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 08, 2006?
- Who was the Pope on April 08, 2006?
What day of the week was April 08, 2006?
April 08, 2006 was a Saturday and it was the 98th day of the year 2006 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 08, 2006 can also be written as 4/8/2006 in the US and as 8/4/2006 in UK and Europe.
April 08, 2006: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 08, 2006:
- A resident found the bodies of eight bandidos bikers in shedden, ontario, canada. this incident is considered to be a cleansing of the inner circle of the gang. ontario provincial police open a murder investigation. (cbc) (london free press ontario)
- The djibouti ferry accident claimed the lives of 109 people.
- The fourth day of the aligarh riots, a clash between hindus and muslims, has arrived. five people have been killed by the rioting in aligarh, a north indian town.
- In the fourth day's pro-democracy general strikes in nepal, king gyanendra is attacked and three protestors are injured. six buildings are also set on fire.
- According to the world health organization, zimbabweans have a lower average life expectancy than their counterparts in other countries.
- The annual melrose sevens rugby tournament was won by the newcastle falcons sevens team. in the final, they beat edinburgh team heriots.
- Shedden massacre: the bodies of eight men, all shot to death, are found in a field in shedden, elgin county, ontario. the murders are soon linked to the bandidos motorcycle club.
April 08, 2006: What were the main match results that day?
Serie A - Italian Football
- Ascoli - Inter : 1 - 2
- Livorno - Udinese : 0 - 2
Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)
- Beveren - Louvieroise : 1 - 0
- FC Brussels - Mouscron : 0 - 1
- Lierse - Germinal : 0 - 2
- Lokeren - Gent : 1 - 2
- St Truiden - Cercle Brugge : 1 - 1
Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)
- Bielefeld - Ein Frankfurt : 1 - 0
- Dortmund - Leverkusen : 1 - 2
- FC Koln - Wolfsburg : 3 - 0
- Kaiserslautern - Hertha : 0 - 2
- Mainz - Hannover : 0 - 0
La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)
- Cadiz - Betis : 1 - 1
- Celta - Valencia : 0 - 1
- Malaga - Getafe : 1 - 2
- Real Madrid - Sociedad : 1 - 1
April 08, 2006: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 8th is Aries.
Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.
Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.
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April 08, 2006: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 08, 2006 is Dog and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on April 8th, 2006 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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April 08, 2006: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 08, 2006 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 08, 2006 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 April 08, 2006 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 83% full, rising at 02:43 pm and setting at 04:53 am.
The previous full moon was on Mar 14, 2006 while the next full moon would come on Apr 13, 2006.
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Who was born on April 08, 2006?
Whose famous birthday is on April 8th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 8th:
![Patricia Arquette]()
Patricia ArquetteAmerican actress.
![Jacques Brel]()
Jacques BrelBelgian-born french composer and lyricist, as well as singer.
![Chris Kyle]()
Chris KyleChris kyle was a highly decorated us navy seal sniper known for his autobiography 'american sniper' and his service during the iraq war.
![Taylor Kitsch]()
Taylor KitschTaylor kitsch is a canadian actor known for his roles in tv series friday night lights and films such as x-men origins: wolverine and...
![Julian Lennon]()
Julian LennonBritish singer, musician, and singer, julian lennon is the son of john lennon (and his first wife cynthia).
![Biz Markie]()
Biz MarkieBiz markie was an american rapper, singer, dj, and record producer known for his hit single 'just a friend'.
![John Schneider]()
John SchneiderJohn schneider is an american actor best known for his role as bo duke in the television series the dukes of hazzard.
![Franco Corelli]()
Franco CorelliItalian tenor, named "favorite tenor" of the century.
![John Gavin]()
John GavinHispanic-american diplomat and actor.
![Robert Kiyosaki]()
Robert KiyosakiCashflow technologies was co-founded by an american businessman.
April 08, 2006: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 18 years and 11 days old,
or 216 months and 11 days old,
or 940 weeks and 6 days old,
or 6586 days old,
if you were born on April 08, 2006.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old,
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 08, 2006?
There are 354 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday April 8th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 08, 2006?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on April 08, 2006.
April 08, 2006: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 08, 2006:
- Gerard Reve
The dutch writer known for his naturalistic realism is "melancholia," 1951.
What famous deaths happened on April 8th?
Famous deaths on April 8th:
![Annette Funicello]()
Annette FunicelloAmerican actress.
![Ben Johnson]()
Ben Johnson100m runner (1988 olympics - gold medalist, disqualified).
![Sara Montiel]()
Sara MontielSpanish-mexican actress and singer (b. 1928).
![Claire Trevor]()
Claire TrevorAmerican singer and actress (d. 2000).
![María Félix]()
María FélixMexican film actress.
![Lars Hanson]()
Lars HansonSwedish actor, flesh & devil, dies at 78 after a long battle with illness.
![Frank Milan]()
Frank MilanActor (witness), passes away at 71.
![Arleen Whelan]()
Arleen WhelanDeaths of a stroke at the 78.
- Siler Picasso
Siler Picasso was a Spanish painter, sculptor, and printmaker, who is considered one of the most influential artists of the 20th century.
- Majour Picasso
A Spanish artist, Picasso is considered one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, known for his pioneering work in Cubism.
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April 08, 2006: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 08, 2006:
- Buddha's Birthday in Japan
Saints celebrated on April 08, 2006:
- Saint Constance
- Saint Walter of Pontoise (died 1099)
- Saint Julie Billiart of Namur (died 1816).
April 08, 2006: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 08, 2006 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 3rd and April 9th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 08, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 08, 2006 was Bad Day by Daniel Powter, according to the music chart for the week April 3rd and April 9th.
April 08, 2006: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 08, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 3rd and April 9th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Daniel Powter - Bad Day
- Sean Paul - Temperature
- Ne-Yo - So Sick
- James Blunt - You're Beautiful
- Mary J. Blige - Be Without You
April 08, 2006: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 08, 2006 was Crazy by Gnarls Barkley, according to the music chart for the week April 3rd and April 9th.
April 08, 2006: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 08, 2006 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 3rd and April 9th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Gnarls Barkley - Crazy
- Ne-Yo - So Sick
- Orson - No Tomorrow
- Mary J Blige & U2 - One
- Embrace - Nature's Law
April 08, 2006: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 08, 2006 was Be Without You by Mary J. Blige, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 3rd and April 9th.
April 08, 2006: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 08, 2006 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 3rd and April 9th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Mary J. Blige - Be Without You
- Dem Franchize Boyz Featuring Lil Peanut & Charlay - Lean Wit It, Rock Wit It
- Keyshia Cole - Love
- Ne-Yo - So Sick
- T.I. - What You Know
April 08, 2006: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on April 08, 2006 was Llame Pa' Verte by Wisin & Yandel, according to the Latin music chart for the week April 3rd and April 9th.
April 08, 2006: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on April 08, 2006 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week April 3rd and April 9th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Wisin & Yandel - Llame Pa' Verte
- Daddy Yankee - Machucando
- Anais - Lo Que Son Las Cosas
- Daddy Yankee - Rompe
- Juanes - Lo Que Me Gusta A Mi
April 08, 2006: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 08, 2006 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
V for Vendetta
Release year: 2006
Directed by: James McTeigue
Starring: Hugo Weaving, Natalie Portman, Rupert Graves, Stephen Rea
Country: United States of America
Shooter
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Antoine Fuqua
Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Michael Peña, Rhona Mitra, Danny Glover
Country: United States of America
Fracture
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Gregory Hoblit
Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Ryan Gosling, David Strathairn, Rosamund Pike
Country: United States of America
Bridge to Terabithia
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Gabor Csupo
Starring: Josh Hutcherson, AnnaSophia Robb, Zooey Deschanel, Robert Patrick
Country: United States of America
The Kingdom
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Peter Berg
Starring: Jamie Foxx, Chris Cooper, Jennifer Garner, Jason Bateman
Country: United States of America
April 08, 2006: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 08, 2006 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
High Hopes
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Joe Eckardt
Sable noir
Release year: 2006
Conviction
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Tony Goldwyn
Tierra de Pasiones
Release year: 2006
Directed by: José Benavides Jr
Lotte
Release year: 2006
Directed by: Julius Schultheiß
April 08, 2006: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 08, 2006 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Blink
By: Malcolm Gladwell
Malcolm Gladwell revolutionized how we see the world in his bestseller The Tipping Point. He revolutionizes how we see the world with Blink.
The House
By: Danielle Steel
Danielle Steel's 66th bestseller is set in the backdrop of a magnificent old home. It's the story of a young girl's dream and an old man's gift. And the surprise that lies behind every closed door .....
Dark Demon
By: Christine Feehan
The female vampire slayer is as mysterious and seductive as the night-dwellers she tracks in this novel in #1 New York Times bestseller Carpathian Series.
Freakonomics
By: Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner
What is more dangerous: a gun, or a swimming-pool? What does sumo wrestlers and schoolteachers have in common What does it really matter how much parents are important? These are not the typical questions an economist would ask.
Countdown
By: Iris Johansen
It reaches zero and you die. This relentless psychological thriller about a young woman caught up in a dangerous situation is #1 New York Times bestseller Iris Johansen.
April 08, 2006: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on April 08, 2006 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Age of Empires: The Age of Kings
The Da Vinci Code
Championship Manager 2006
Championship Manager 2007
Air Assault Task Force
Who was the US President on April 08, 2006?
On April 08, 2006 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 08, 2006?
On April 08, 2006 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).
Who was the Pope on April 08, 2006?
On April 08, 2006 the Pope was Benedict XVI.
What is special about April 8th?
April 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th day of the month of April. 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 April 8th, such as:
- 2019 - Tripoli international airport is retaken by forces loyal to the government of national accord from the libyan national army.
- 2018 - 2018 douma chemical attacks: according to the white helmets, at least 70 people died in yesterday's chemical weapons attack in douma (syria). russia and the syrian government deny any chemical attack. (bbc). president donald trump warned russia and iran about bashar al-assad's support and called him "animal assad".
- 2017 - War in afghanistan: an american special forces soldier is killed in action against isil militants in afghanistan’s eastern nangarhar province.
What happened in 2006?
2006 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Sydney, Australia experiences the hottest New Year's Day ever recorded. The temperature reached 45 degrees Celsius (113 degrees Fahrenheit), sparking bushfires, and power outages.
- A coal mine explosion in Sago, West Virginia kills 12 miners and leaves one in critical condition.
- In the Sago Mine Disaster, near Buckhannon West Virginia, USA, twelve dead coal miners were found along with one survivor.
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What was the calendar for April 2006?
April 2006 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.
