Friday August 08, 2014: on this day

August 08, 2014 was the 220th day of the year 2014, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Friday.

Is August 08, 2014 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 08, 2014, who was born and died on August 08, 2014, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 08, 2014, which were the most popular songs (ex. Rude by MAGIC!), movies (e.g. Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, directed by Guy Ritchie), TV series (e.g. Intruders) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 8th, 2014 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 08, 2014?


August 08, 2014 was a Friday and it was the 220th day of the year 2014 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 08, 2014 can also be written as 8/8/2014 in the US and as 8/8/2014 in UK and Europe.

August 08, 2014 in August 2014 calendar

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August 08, 2014: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 08, 2014:

  • 2014 israel-gaza conflict: hamas refuses to continue a 72-hour ceasefire, and has fired over 60 rockets into southern israel since 8:00. israel responds with air strikes
  • Hamas has fired over 60 rockets into southern israel since 8:00, rejecting the continuation of a 72 hour ceasefire. israel responds by launching air strikes.
  • 2014 iraq conflict: u.s. f/a-18 fighters bomb isis artillery and a military convoy. (cnn) iraqi airstrikes kill 45 islamic state militants and injure 60. (cnn) the united nations believes that the persecution of yazidi muslims by isis could be genocide.
  • U.s. f/a-18 fighters bombard isis artillery and a military convoy.
  • Iraqi airstrikes kill 45 islamic state fighters, injure 60.
  • According to the united nations, persecution of yazidi muslims by isis could be considered genocide.
  • The international 4" dota 2 tournament begins. it is the largest e-sports event with a prize pool in excess of $10,930.698
  • The government of ukraine has selected 172 people and 65 companies to face sanctions for supporting and financing terrorism or for crimes committed on ukraine's territory during pro-russian unrest.
  • Malaysia's state investment firm khazanah nasional plans to delist malaysia airlines while it is being restructured.
  • Ebola outbreak in west africa 2014: the world health organisation declares that the ebola epidemic is a public health emergency. (ap via fox news). nigeria becomes the third african country to declare a state of emergency over the outbreak.
  • According to the world health organisation, ebola is a public health emergency.
  • Nigeria is now the third african country to declare an emergency in response to the outbreak.
  • The death of james brady (ex-press secretary to ronald reagan) is being treated as a homicide, 33 years after brady was killed by john w. hinckley.
  • Claudia wilken, a u.s. district court judge, ruled that the ncaa had violated antitrust laws by restricting the compensation college athletes could receive for their publicity rights.
  • The italian senator votes for a drastic reduction in its size and power to challenge laws made by the lower house. it also votes for being unelected.
  • Juan manuel santos is elected president of colombia for the second time.

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August 08, 2014: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on August 08, 2014:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $98.81
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $94.26
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $43.23
  • General Electric GE: opens at $25.46
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $184.40

Exchange Rates on August 08, 2014:

  • 1 USD = 102.0 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0972 CAD
  • 1 USD = 0.9053 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.1555 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 136.86 JPY

August 08, 2014: What were the main match results that day?

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Genk - Lokeren : 0 - 0

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Aalen - St Pauli : 2 - 0
  • Frankfurt FSV - Karlsruhe : 2 - 3
  • Union Berlin - Fortuna Dusseldorf : 1 - 1

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Angers - Arles : 2 - 0
  • Clermont - Auxerre : 1 - 1
  • Creteil - Chateauroux : 3 - 0
  • Dijon - Laval : 1 - 0
  • Le Havre - Ajaccio GFCO : 1 - 1

Le Championnat - Football (France)

  • Reims - Paris SG : 2 - 2
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August 08, 2014: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 8th is Leo.

Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.

Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 08, 2014: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 08, 2014 is Horse and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on August 8th, 2014 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 08, 2014: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 08, 2014 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 08, 2014 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 August 08, 2014 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 06:11 pm and setting at 04:38 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 12, 2014 while the next full moon would come on Aug 10, 2014.

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Who was born on August 08, 2014?


Whose famous birthday is on August 8th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 8th:

  • Faye Wong
    Faye Wong

    Faye wong is a chinese singer and actress known for her ethereal voice and influential presence in the chinese music industry.

  • Peyton List
    Peyton List

    Peyton list is an american actress known for her roles in the disney channel series jessie and the film diary of a wimpy kid: rodrick rules.

  • Dustin Hoffman
    Dustin Hoffman

    American actor who created some of the most memorable characters in cinema history, winning two oscars, five oscar nominations and an emmy...

  • Robin Quivers
    Robin Quivers

    American radio personality, author, and co-host of howard sternaeur (tm), the nationally syndicated radio show and cable tv show.

  • Esther Williams
    Esther Williams

    American actress and swimmer, who became a swimming champion and became a leading lady in aquatic extravaganzas during the '50s, '60s and...

  • Keith Carradine
    Keith Carradine

    American actor from a theatre family.

  • Rory Calhoun
    Rory Calhoun

    American actor, who has appeared in feature films since 1944, such as "river of no return" (black spurs) and "river of no return".

  • Roger Penrose
    Roger Penrose

    Mathematician and english physicist.

  • Katie Leung
    Katie Leung

    Katie Leung is a Scottish actress best known for her role as Cho Chang in the Harry Potter film series.

  • Rena Mero
    Rena Mero

    American wrestler.

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August 08, 2014: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 9 years 7 months old,

or 115 months and 21 days old,

or 503 weeks

or 3521 days old,

if you were born on August 08, 2014.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 08, 2014?

There are 132 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 8th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 08, 2014?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on August 08, 2014.

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August 08, 2014: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 08, 2014:

  • Frank Lowe

    Co-founder of the advertising agency Lowe & Partners known for iconic campaigns.

  • Eldon Griffiths

    British Conservative politician known for his work in the House of Commons.

  • Menachem Golan

    Israeli producer and director.

  • Leonardo Legaspi

    Filipino archbishop (b. 1935).

  • Red Wilson

    American football and baseball player (b. 1929).

  • Charles Keating

    English-american actor (b. 1941).

  • Peter Sculthorpe

    Australian composer and conductor (d. 2014.

  • Federico Orlando

What famous deaths happened on August 8th?

Famous deaths on August 8th:

  • Louise Brooks
    Louise Brooks

    Iconic silent film actress known for her bob haircut and roles in Pandora's Box and Diary of a Lost Girl.

  • Patricia Neal
    Patricia Neal

    American actress, who became a broadway star in her broadway debut in 1945.

  • Olivia Newton-John
    Olivia Newton-John

    An american singer, born in australia.

  • Karen Black
    Karen Black

    American actress, who was ten years old when she had her first stage experience.

  • Glen Campbell
    Glen Campbell

    American country and western singer, recording artist, and actor in tv and film.

  • Barbara Bel Geddes
    Barbara Bel Geddes

    Nyc, new york -- actress.

  • Fay Wray
    Fay Wray

    Fay Wray was a renowned actress best known for her role in the classic film 'King Kong'.

  • Richard Deacon
    Richard Deacon

    American actor and singer (d.1984).

  • Alan Napier
    Alan Napier

    American actor, alfred the butler on batman, at 85 years old (born 1903).

  • Ilse Werner
    Ilse Werner

    Actress and singer from the netherlands, german (d. 2005).

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August 08, 2014: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 08, 2014:

  • Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least ? saints: St. Dominic de Guzman, priest, (1170-1221).
  • Sweden - Namesday of Queen Silvia, an Official Flag Day.
  • Taiwan: Father's Day. (In Mandarin, Ba Ba means father and 8-8, or August 8).
  • St. Hormisdas
  • St. Smaragdus (and companions)
  • St. Largus
  • St. Cyriacus
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August 08, 2014: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 08, 2014 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 4th and August 10th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 08, 2014: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 08, 2014 was Rude by MAGIC!, according to the music chart for the week August 4th and August 10th.

August 08, 2014: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 08, 2014 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 4th and August 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Rude
  2. - Fancy
  3. - Stay With Me
  4. - Am I Wrong
  5. - Problem

August 08, 2014: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 08, 2014 was Fancy by Iggy Azalea Featuring Charli XCX, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 4th and August 10th.

August 08, 2014: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 08, 2014 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 4th and August 10th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Fancy
  2. - All Of Me
  3. - Happy
  4. - Wiggle
  5. - Come Get It Bae

August 08, 2014: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on August 08, 2014 was Bailando by Enrique Iglesias Featuring Descemer Bueno & Gente de Zona, according to the Latin music chart for the week August 4th and August 10th.

August 08, 2014: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on August 08, 2014 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week August 4th and August 10th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Bailando
  2. - Eres Mia
  3. - Propuesta Indecente
  4. - Odio
  5. - 6 AM

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August 08, 2014: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 08, 2014 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels

Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Guy Ritchie

Starring: Jason Flemyng, Dexter Fletcher, Nick Moran, Jason Statham

Country: United States of America

Nebraska

Nebraska

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Alexander Payne

Starring: Bruce Dern, Will Forte, June Squibb, Bob Odenkirk

Country: United States of America

Fruitvale Station

Fruitvale Station

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Ryan Coogler

Starring: Michael B. Jordan, Melonie Diaz, Octavia Spencer, Kevin Durand

Country: United States of America

Lone Survivor

Lone Survivor

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Peter Berg

Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Taylor Kitsch, Emile Hirsch, Ben Foster

Country: United States of America

Reservation Road

Reservation Road

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Terry George

Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Mark Ruffalo, Jennifer Connelly, Elle Fanning

Country: United States of America

August 08, 2014: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 08, 2014 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Intruders

Intruders

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Adam Schindler

Girl Meets World

Girl Meets World

Release year: 2014

La Malquerida

La Malquerida

Release year: 2014

Directed by: Emilio Fernández

BoJack Horseman

BoJack Horseman

Release year: 2014

Country: United States of America

Mr. Pickles

Mr. Pickles

Release year: 2014

Country: United States of America

August 08, 2014: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 08, 2014 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Flash Boys by Michael Lewis

Flash Boys

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#1 New York Times Bestseller -- With an updated Afterword "Guaranteed blood boiling." --Janet Maslin. New York Times. A small group of Wall Street icons realize the importance of Michael Lewis's bestseller.

Cut And Thrust by Stuart Woods

Cut And Thrust

By:

Stone Barrington steps into the political fray in this exceptional thriller by #1 New York Times bestseller Stuart Woods.

Mr. Mercedes by Stephen King

Mr. Mercedes

By:

Now, an AT&T Audience Original series WINNER OF EDGAR AWARD for BEST NOVEL #1 New York Times Bestseller! Three of Stephen King's most unlikely heroes race against the clock to stop a serial killer from destroying thousands of lives.

Act Of War by Brad Thor

Act Of War

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Brad Thor's #1 New York Times Bestseller is his most terrifying and heart-pounding thriller yet! A mysterious death of a CIA agent overseas leads to his top asset making a startling and frightening claim.

The Mockingbird Next Door by Marja Mills

The Mockingbird Next Door

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"A winning, nuanced portrait. . . . It seems unlikely that we will ever have a better record in American history.

August 08, 2014: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 08, 2014 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Elegy for a Dead World

Elegy for a Dead World

Platform: Microsoft Windows OS X Linux

Publisher: Dejobaan Games

Final Fantasy Record Keeper

Final Fantasy Record Keeper

Platform: iOS, Android

Genre: Role-playing game

Publisher: Square Enix

Freedom Wars

Freedom Wars

Platform: PlayStation Vita

Genre: Action role-playing game

Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment

Christmas Shopper Simulator

Christmas Shopper Simulator

Platform: Microsoft Windows, OS X

Genre: Sandbox

Publisher: Game (retailer)

Annoying Orange: Splatter Up

Annoying Orange: Splatter Up

Platform: iOS Android

Publisher: Bottle Rocket Apps

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Who was the US President on August 08, 2014?

On August 08, 2014 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 08, 2014?

On August 08, 2014 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 08, 2014?

On August 08, 2014 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about August 8th?

August 8th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 8th day of the month of August. 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 August 8th, such as:

  • 2018 - Academy awards: academy of motion picture arts and sciences announces changes to the oscars. this includes a shorter ceremony and a category called "most popular film".
  • 2017 - Battle of marawi. the pentagon is looking into conducting airstrikes on marawi. if approved, this would allow the united states to send troops into the area to fight the isis-affiliated maute and other islamist terror groups. later, a spokesperson denied the claims and clarified that the philippines had not requested such an airstrike.
  • 2016 - 2016 ethiopian protests. more than 50 protesters were killed by ethiopian security force forces in the past few days. the government blocked internet access and restricted journalistic access to the country.

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What happened in 2014?

2014 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Six people were killed when six Indonesian police officers opened fire on suspected militants in Jakarta.
  • Spillover from the Syrian Civil War in Lebanon: Sources confirm that Majid bin Mohammad al-Majid has been captured by Lebanon. He is the leader of the al-Qaeda-linked Abdullah Azzam Brigades, responsible for the recent bombing attack on the Iranian Embassy in Beirut, Lebanon.
  • Somali Civil War (2009-present), 11 people killed in bomb attack outside a Somali hotel in Mogadishu. (Standard Media),

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What was the calendar for August 2014?

August 2014 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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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