Monday October 08, 2001: on this day

October 08, 2001 was the 281st day of the year 2001, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Monday.

Is October 08, 2001 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on October 08, 2001, who was born and died on October 08, 2001, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 08, 2001, which were the most popular songs (ex. Fallin' by Alicia Keys), movies (e.g. Tigerland, directed by Joel Schumacher), TV series (e.g. Sitting Ducks) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 8th, 2001 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 08, 2001?


October 08, 2001 was a Monday and it was the 281st day of the year 2001 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 08, 2001 can also be written as 10/8/2001 in the US and as 8/10/2001 in UK and Europe.

October 08, 2001 in October 2001 calendar

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October 08, 2001: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 08, 2001:

  • 118 people were killed when a twin-engine cessna and scandinavian airlines system jetliner (sas), collided in heavy fog while taking off from milan, italy.
  • The office of homeland security is established by president george w. bush.
  • Linate airport tragedy: md-87 of scandinavian airlines collides with a private aircraft and then with a building at linate airport, milan, italy. it kills 100.
  • As president of ethiopia, girma woldegiorgis succeeds negasso gidada.
  • A twin engine cessna and a scandinavian airlines system jetliner collide in heavy fog during takeoff from milan, italy, killing 118 people.
  • U.s. president george w. bush announces the establishment of the office of homeland security.

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October 08, 2001: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on October 08, 2001:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $41.26
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $15.57
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $56.80
  • General Electric GE: opens at $36.75
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $98.03

Exchange Rates on October 08, 2001:

  • 1 USD = 119.78 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.5621 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.6086 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 110.24 JPY
  • 1 EUR = 0.6238 GBP

October 08, 2001: What were the main match results that day?

Serie B - Football (Italy)

  • Sampdoria - Bari : 3 - 0
  • Vicenza - Cosenza : 3 - 2
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October 08, 2001: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 8th 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 08, 2001: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 08, 2001 is Snake and the associated element is Metal.

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Discover the planets positions on October 8th, 2001 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 08, 2001: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 08, 2001 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 08, 2001 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 08, 2001 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 54% full, rising at 09:38 pm and setting at 01:59 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 02, 2001 while the next full moon would come on Nov 01, 2001.

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Who was born on October 08, 2001?


Whose famous birthday is on October 8th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 8th:

  • Bella Thorne
    Bella Thorne

    Bella thorne is an american actress and model known for her roles in disney channel's 'shake it up' and the film 'the duff'.

  • Matt Damon
    Matt Damon

    American actor and the author of "good will hunting," a movie script he wrote with his friend ben affleck.

  • Bruno Mars
    Bruno Mars

    American singer, songwriter and record producer.

  • Nick Cannon
    Nick Cannon

    Nick cannon is an american rapper, actor, and comedian known for his roles in films such as drumline and his work as the host of america's...

  • Raaj Kumar
    Raaj Kumar

    Raaj kumar was an indian film actor known for his powerful and intense performances in hindi cinema.

  • Sigourney Weaver
    Sigourney Weaver

    American actress, whose first hit was 1979's science-fiction thriller "alien.

  • Paul Hogan
    Paul Hogan

    Australian screenwriter and actor who is most well-known for his first feature film "crocodile dandee" and its sequel, "crocodile dandee ii.

  • Chevy Chase
    Chevy Chase

    American comedian and actor, who started as a writer.

  • Stephanie Zimbalist
    Stephanie Zimbalist

    Movie actress.

  • Claude Jade
    Claude Jade

    One of the most prominent actresses of france's new wave, well-known for her roles in truffaut’s trilogy: "baisers vola (c)s", and "domicile...

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October 08, 2001: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 22 years 5 months old,

or 269 months and 20 days old,

or 1172 weeks and 3 days old,

or 8207 days old,

if you were born on October 08, 2001.

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 October 08, 2001?

There are 194 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday October 8th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 08, 2001?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on October 08, 2001.

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October 08, 2001: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 08, 2001:

  • Grady Tate

    Acclaimed jazz drummer and vocalist.

  • Dmitry Polyansky

    First deputy premier of the soviet union (b. 1917).

  • Angelo Varetto

What famous deaths happened on October 8th?

Famous deaths on October 8th:

  • Fernando Lamas
    Fernando Lamas

    Argentinian-american actor, singer, and director (d. 1982).

  • Phyllis Calvert
    Phyllis Calvert

    British actress (born 1915).

  • Nigel Bruce
    Nigel Bruce

    British actor (d. 1953).

  • Eduardo Ciannelli
    Eduardo Ciannelli

    Italian actor, who started his career in opera baritone on the continent and italy.

  • Willy Brandt

    German lawyer and politician, 4th chancellor of germany, nobel prize laureate (b. 1913).

  • Reford

    Renowned Canadian architect known for his work on the Jardins de Métis.

  • Jacques Derrida

    Influential French philosopher known for developing deconstruction theory.

  • Marianita May

    Renowned American author known for her novels and short stories.

  • Naftula Herz Imber

    Author of the lyrics of the Israeli national anthem, Hatikvah.

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October 08, 2001: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 08, 2001:

  • Columbus Day - This holiday commemorates the arrival of Christopher Columbus in the Americas in 1492.
  • French Republican Calendar - Citrouille (Pumpkin) Day, seventeenth day in the Month of VendTmiaire
  • Also see October 8 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • Bolivia - reportedly, Che Guevara is honoured on this day at which he was captured in La Higuera, as San Ernesto, answering prayers for rain.
  • Wales and Cornwall - Saint Keyne
  • RC Saints - Saint Susan of Blois

Observances on October 08, 2001:

  • World Migratory Bird Day [UNEP]
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October 08, 2001: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 08, 2001 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 8th and October 14th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 08, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 08, 2001 was Fallin' by Alicia Keys, according to the music chart for the week October 8th and October 14th.

October 08, 2001: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 08, 2001 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 8th and October 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Fallin' youtube
  2. - I'm Real
  3. - Where The Party At
  4. - Family Affair youtube
  5. - Hit 'Em Up Style (Oops!)

October 08, 2001: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 08, 2001 was Can't Get You Out Of My Head by Kylie Minogue, according to the music chart for the week October 8th and October 14th.

October 08, 2001: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 08, 2001 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 8th and October 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Can't Get You Out Of My Head
  2. - Hey Baby
  3. - What Would You Do
  4. - Chain Reaction / One For Sorrow
  5. - Because I Got High

October 08, 2001: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 08, 2001 was Differences by Ginuwine, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 8th and October 14th.

October 08, 2001: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 08, 2001 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 8th and October 14th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Differences
  2. - Family Affair youtube
  3. - I'm Real
  4. - Rock The Boat
  5. - Livin' It Up

October 08, 2001: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on October 08, 2001 was Suerte [Whenever, Wherever] by Shakira, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 8th and October 14th.

October 08, 2001: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on October 08, 2001 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 8th and October 14th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Suerte [Whenever, Wherever]
  2. - Heroe
  3. - Tantita Pena
  4. - Como Se Cura Una Herida
  5. - No Me Conoces Aun

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October 08, 2001: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 08, 2001 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Tigerland

Tigerland

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Joel Schumacher

Starring: Colin Farrell, Matthew Davis, Clifton Collins Jr., Tom Guiry

Country: United States of America

The Faculty

The Faculty

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Robert Rodriguez

Starring: Jordana Brewster, Clea DuVall, Laura Harris, Josh Hartnett

Country: United States of America

What Women Want

What Women Want

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Nancy Meyers

Starring: Mel Gibson, Helen Hunt, Marisa Tomei, Alan Alda

Country: United States of America

Delivering Milo

Delivering Milo

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Nick Castle

Starring: Anton Yelchin, Albert Finney, Bridget Fonda, Campbell Scott

Country: United States of America

Drowning Mona

Drowning Mona

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Nick Gomez

Starring: Danny DeVito, Bette Midler, Neve Campbell, Jamie Lee Curtis

Country: United States of America

October 08, 2001: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 08, 2001 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Sitting Ducks

Sitting Ducks

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Henry Jaglom

Being Eve

Being Eve

Release year: 2001

Manhunt

Manhunt

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Greg Barker

All About Us

All About Us

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Christine Swanson

Cruel Summer

Cruel Summer

Release year: 2001

Directed by: Phillip Escott

October 08, 2001: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 08, 2001 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Wild Blue by Stephen E. Ambrose

The Wild Blue

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Stephen E. Ambrose is the celebrated author of Band of Brothers, and Undaunted Courage. We follow him in the dangerous and crowded B-24s while his crew fought to defeat the German war machine.

John Adams by David McCullough

John Adams

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This Pulitzer Prize-winning biography about America's founder father and second president is a bestseller. It was brilliantly written by David McCullough, master historian.

Fire by Sebastian Junger

Fire

By:

This is a riveting collection by The Perfect Storm's bestselling author. It includes literary journalism from the best-selling author. The book is capped off with a new Afterword, and an essay on war-torn Afghanistan.

Total Recall by Sara Paretsky

Total Recall

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The bestselling V.I. The bestselling V.I. Warshawski novels have captivated readers and won the praise of critics around the world. "V.I. Newsweek calls Warshawski the "V.I.

The Deadhouse by Linda Fairstein

The Deadhouse

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Assistant D.A. Alexandra Cooper is back in this bestseller by Linda Fairstein, a legendary Manhattan prosecutor for sex crimes.

October 08, 2001: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on October 08, 2001 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

American Bass Challenge

American Bass Challenge

Platform: Game Boy Advance

Genre: Fishing

Publisher: Starfish (JPN) Ubisoft

Ecks vs. Sever

Ecks vs. Sever

Platform: Game Boy Advance

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: Bam! Entertainment Franchise Interactive

SpongeBob SquarePants: SuperSponge

SpongeBob SquarePants: SuperSponge

Platform: PlayStation, Game Boy Advance

Genre: Platform

Publisher: THQ

Ace Attorney

Ace Attorney

Platform: Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS, Windows, Wii, iOS, Nintendo 3DS, Android

Genre: Adventure, visual novel

Publisher: Capcom Nintendo Australia/THQ (Australia)

Atari Anniversary Edition

Atari Anniversary Edition

Platform: Dreamcast PlayStation PC Game Boy Advance

Genre: Classic

Publisher: Infogrames

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Who was the US President on October 08, 2001?

On October 08, 2001 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 08, 2001?

On October 08, 2001 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour).

Who was the Pope on October 08, 2001?

On October 08, 2001 the Pope was St John Paul II.

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What is special about October 8th?

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

  • 2018 - Libyan civil war (2014-present); the rise of terrorism in egypt: a libyan national army operation at derna results with the capture of hesham ashmawy. hesham ashmawy is one of egypt's most wanted militants.
  • 2017 - Rohingya persecution (2016-present). a refugee boat on its way to bangladesh from myanmar capssizes, leading to at least 12 deaths.
  • 2016 - Saudi arabian-led intervention into yemen: saudi-led coalition aircraft launch airstrikes against civilians at the funeral for the father of houthi government's interior minister in sana'a. at least 140 people were killed and over 500 others were injured. abdul-qader hilal, the mayor of sana'a is among the dead. (the independent), (bbc),

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What happened in 2001?

2001 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Sila Calderon is elected the first female Governor for Puerto Rico
  • J.P. Morgan changes the name of its company to J.P. Morgan Chase.
  • The 107th United States Congress is sworn in, including incoming freshmen Senators Bill Nelson (Democrat-Florida), Tom Carper (Democrat-Delaware), Debbie Stabenow (Democrat-Michigan), John Ensign (Republican-Nevada), George Allen (Republican-Virginia), Maria Cantwell (Democrat-Washington), Ben Nelson (Democrat-Nebraska), Hillary Clinton (Democrat-New York), Jon Corzine (Democrat-New Jersey), Jean Carnahan (Democrat-Missouri), and Mark Dayton (Democrat-Minnesota).

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What was the calendar for October 2001?

October 2001 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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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Monday October 8, 2001