Friday May 08, 2009: on this day

May 08, 2009 was the 128th day of the year 2009, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Friday.

Is May 08, 2009 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on May 08, 2009, who was born and died on May 08, 2009, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 08, 2009, which were the most popular songs (ex. Boom Boom Pow by The Black Eyed Peas), movies (e.g. Star Trek, directed by J.J. Abrams), TV series (e.g. The Incredible Human Journey) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 8th, 2009 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 08, 2009?


May 08, 2009 was a Friday and it was the 128th day of the year 2009 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 08, 2009 can also be written as 5/8/2009 in the US and as 8/5/2009 in UK and Europe.

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May 08, 2009: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 08, 2009:

  • Fannie mae, america's largest provider of home mortgage financing, reported a loss of us$23.2 billion for the first quarter and is seeking additional us$19 billion from the us treasury.
  • Five people are killed by thunderstorms in the midwestern united states.
  • Hamid karzai, afghan president, demands that the united states stop airstrikes against the taliban.
  • Louis caldera quits his position as director of white house military office.
  • Malaysian fugitive mas selim bin kastari, an islamic terrorist and singaporean fugitive, is being held.
  • As the war between the taliban and the government continues in swat (pakistan), at least 45,000 people have fled.
  • 20 people are killed, five more injured, and ten more go missing after a cave-in in a siguiri gold mine, guinea.
  • Pope benedict xvi begins a tour of jordan, israel and the palestinian territories.
  • Santa barbara, california, united states: at least 30,000 are forced to evacuate by wildfires

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May 08, 2009: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 08, 2009:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $69.40
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $129.04
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $19.46
  • General Electric GE: opens at $14.38
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $103.58

Exchange Rates on May 08, 2009:

  • 1 USD = 98.38 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.1491 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.1053 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.82 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 134.22 JPY

May 08, 2009: What were the main match results that day?

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Germinal - Mechelen : 3 - 1

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Leverkusen - Bielefeld : 2 - 2

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Frankfurt FSV - Duisburg : 0 - 0
  • Kaiserslautern - Augsburg : 1 - 0
  • Munich 1860 - Hansa Rostock : 3 - 3
  • Oberhausen - Wehen : 0 - 1
  • Osnabruck - Aachen : 2 - 1

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Ajaccio - Bastia : 1 - 1
  • Angers - Metz : 1 - 1
  • Clermont - Sedan : 3 - 0
  • Nimes - Chateauroux : 1 - 0
  • Strasbourg - Amiens : 2 - 1
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May 08, 2009: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 8th is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.

Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 08, 2009: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 08, 2009 is Ox and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on May 8th, 2009 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 08, 2009: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 08, 2009 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 08, 2009 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 May 08, 2009 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 07:57 pm and setting at 05:32 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 09, 2009 while the next full moon would come on May 09, 2009.

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Who was born on May 08, 2009?


Whose famous birthday is on May 8th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 8th:

  • Enrique Iglesias
    Enrique Iglesias

    Spanish singer, son of julio iglesias, famed heartthrob, but appealing to the next generation.

  • Don Rickles
    Don Rickles

    Don rickles was a legendary comedian known for his insult comedy and quick wit, earning him the nickname 'mr.

  • Melissa Gilbert
    Melissa Gilbert

    Melissa gilbert is an american tv actress best known for her role as laura ingalls wilder on the tv show little house on the prairie.

  • Gary Glitter
    Gary Glitter

    Gary glitter is a british rock singer known for his glam rock hits in the 1970s, including 'rock and roll (part 2).

  • Nora Arnezeder
    Nora Arnezeder

    French singer and actress, born to a catholic father and an austrian mother and a jewish egyptian mother.

  • David Attenborough
    David Attenborough

    Naturalist and broadcaster in english.

  • Lex Barker
    Lex Barker

    American actor, best known for his portrayal of tarzan of the apes as well as leading characters in karl may's novels.

  • Christina Cole
    Christina Cole

    English actress.

  • James Mitchum
    James Mitchum

    Robert mitchum's elder son is an american actor and family star.

  • Salome Jens
    Salome Jens

    Milwaukee actor.

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May 08, 2009: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 14 years 11 months old,

or 179 months and 16 days old,

or 780 weeks and 5 days old,

or 5465 days old,

if you were born on May 08, 2009.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 08, 2009?

There are 14 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday May 8th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 08, 2009?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 08, 2009.

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May 08, 2009: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 08, 2009:

  • Jesiah DuBois

    Jesiah DuBois was a chemist known for his contributions to the field of organic chemistry.

  • Dom DiMaggio

    American soldier and baseball player (d. 2009).

  • Bud Shrake

    American journalist, author, and screenwriter (d. 2009).

What famous deaths happened on May 8th?

Famous deaths on May 8th:

  • Dirk Bogarde
    Dirk Bogarde

    He was a british actor and a skilled craftsman.

  • George Peppard
    George Peppard

    American actor and tv series star who appeared in 25 films.

  • Barbara Payton
    Barbara Payton

    American actress, onscreen since 1940.

  • Jeanne Cooper
    Jeanne Cooper

    Minneapolis, minnesota -- actress (kay young and restless).

  • Dennis Waterman
    Dennis Waterman

    English actor and singer (b. 1948).

  • Richard Derr
    Richard Derr

    Actor in "when worlds collide", dies from cancer at 74.

  • Luceil LeSueur

    Academy Award-winning actress known for her versatile performances in classic films.

  • Maurice Sendak

    Maurice Sendak was an American author and illustrator best known for his children's books, including the classic 'Where the Wild Things...

  • Celedonio Romero

    Renowned Spanish guitarist and member of the famous guitar quartet, The Romeros.

  • Jing Yong

    Renowned Chinese novelist known for his wuxia novels.

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May 08, 2009: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 08, 2009:

  • Parents' Day in South Korea
  • Iris feast of the Region of Brussels capital (in Belgium)
  • VE Day
  • World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day

Observances on May 08, 2009:

  • Time of Remembrance and Reconciliation for Those Who Lost Their Lives During the Second World War

Saints celebrated on May 08, 2009:

  • Saints Wiro, Plechelmus and Otger
  • Saint Macharius of Ghent (died 1012)
  • Saint Ida of Nivelles
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May 08, 2009: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 08, 2009 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 4th and May 10th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 08, 2009: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 08, 2009 was Boom Boom Pow by The Black Eyed Peas, according to the music chart for the week May 4th and May 10th.

May 08, 2009: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 08, 2009 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 4th and May 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Boom Boom Pow youtube
  2. - Poker Face
  3. - Day 'N' Nite
  4. - Blame It
  5. - Right Round youtube

May 08, 2009: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 08, 2009 was Blame It by Jamie Foxx Featuring T-Pain, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 4th and May 10th.

May 08, 2009: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 08, 2009 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 4th and May 10th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Blame It
  2. - Rockin' That Thang
  3. - Boyfriend #2
  4. - Turnin Me On
  5. - Turn My Swag On

May 08, 2009: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 08, 2009 was Tu No Eres Para Mi by Fanny Lu, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 4th and May 10th.

May 08, 2009: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 08, 2009 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 4th and May 10th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Tu No Eres Para Mi
  2. - El Amor
  3. - Te Presumo
  4. - Que Te Queria
  5. - Por Un Segundo

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May 08, 2009: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 08, 2009 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Star Trek

Star Trek

Release year: 2009

Directed by: J.J. Abrams

Starring: Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Simon Pegg, Leonard Nimoy

Country: United States of America

Ten Inch Hero

Ten Inch Hero

Release year: 2009

Directed by: David Mackay

Starring: Elisabeth Harnois, Clea DuVall, Sean Patrick Flanery, Jensen Ackles

Country: United States of America

P.S. I Love You

P.S. I Love You

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Richard LaGravenese

Starring: Hilary Swank, Gerard Butler, Harry Connick Jr., Lisa Kudrow

Country: United States of America

The Wackness

The Wackness

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Jonathan Levine

Starring: Josh Peck, Ben Kingsley, Olivia Thirlby, Famke Janssen

Country: United States of America

The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus

The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Terry Gilliam

Starring: Christopher Plummer, Lily Cole, Heath Ledger, Andrew Garfield

Country: United States of America

May 08, 2009: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 08, 2009 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

The Incredible Human Journey

The Incredible Human Journey

Release year: 2009

Little Krishna

Little Krishna

Release year: 2009

Out of the Wild: The Alaska Experiment

Out of the Wild: The Alaska Experiment

Release year: 2009

Kröd Mändoon and the Flaming Sword of Fire

Kröd Mändoon and the Flaming Sword of Fire

Release year: 2009

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Diplomatic Immunity

Diplomatic Immunity

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Peter Maris

May 08, 2009: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 08, 2009 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell

Outliers

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Malcolm Gladwell's new book is a stunning intellectual journey through the world "outliers", the best and brightest, most famous, and most successful.

The Girls From Ames by Jeffrey Zaslow

The Girls From Ames

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This New York Times Bestseller is now available in paperback. A moving tribute to female friendships with the inspiring stories of 11 girls and the ten women who became them.

Long Lost by Harlan Coben

Long Lost

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This is the #1 New York Times Bestseller. It all begins with a phone call to Myron Boiltar in the early morning. Terese Collins, his old flame, is in Paris and needs his help.

The Host by Stephenie Meyer

The Host

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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.

House Of Cards by William D. Cohan

House Of Cards

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This is a frank account of the greed and negligence that led to Wall Street's collapse and the financial crisis in the United States.

May 08, 2009: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 08, 2009 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Crime Scene

Crime Scene

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Adventure

Publisher: EU Nobilis; NA SouthPeak Games

Brütal Legend

Brütal Legend

Platform: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Microsoft Windows, OS X, Linux

Genre: Action-adventure, real-time strategy

Publisher: Electronic Arts[1] Double Fine Productions (PC)

Border Break

Border Break

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Action, Mecha, Third-person shooter

Publisher: Sega

Crayon Physics Deluxe

Crayon Physics Deluxe

Platform: Windows, iOS, Mac OS X, Linux, Android

Genre: Video puzzle game

Arc Rise Fantasia

Arc Rise Fantasia

Platform: Wii

Genre: Role-playing video game

Publisher: JP Marvelous Entertainment; NA Ignition Entertainment

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Who was the US President on May 08, 2009?

On May 08, 2009 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 08, 2009?

On May 08, 2009 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 08, 2009?

On May 08, 2009 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about May 8th?

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

  • 2019 - 2019 lahore bombing: at least 11 people are killed in a blast near the data darbar sufi shrine, lahore (pakistan), which is located at the 11th century. half of these were police officers.
  • 2018 - Colombian conflict: the colombian war crimes tribunal begins investigating atrocities committed during the 1960s war.
  • 2017 - Spirit airlines cancels 11 flights from fort lauderdale-hollywood international airport and delays 30 others due to a dispute with its pilots. (as talks take place between the airline's union, air line pilots association international). three people are taken into custody after protests broke out.

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What happened in 2009?

2009 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • For the first time since 2003, when Saddam Hussein was overthrown by the U.S.-led invasion, the U.S. military in Iraq is under Iraqi control.
  • Claiborne Pell (1961-1997 Rhode Island Democratic Senator) dies of Parkinson's disease at 90.
  • Jett Travolta (16-year-old) is the son of actor John Travolta and dies suddenly from a seizure during a family vacation in the Bahamas.

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What was the calendar for May 2009?

May 2009 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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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