Saturday January 12, 2008: on this day

January 12, 2008 was the 12th day of the year 2008, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is January 12, 2008 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on January 12, 2008, who was born and died on January 12, 2008, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 12, 2008, which were the most popular songs (ex. Low by Flo Rida), movies (e.g. Let the Right One In, directed by Tomas Alfredson), TV series (e.g. Gangland) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 12th, 2008 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 12, 2008?


January 12, 2008 was a Saturday and it was the 12th day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 12, 2008 can also be written as 1/12/2008 in the US and as 12/1/2008 in UK and Europe.

January 12, 2008 in January 2008 calendar

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January 12, 2008: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 12, 2008:

  • At least 30 people are killed in a tanker accident, explosion, and fire at port harcourt, nigeria.
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  • Republic of china legislative elections, 2008: the kuomintang and its allies in coalition win a landslide defeat over the democratic progressive party. they won 86 of the 113 seats in legislative yuan.

January 12, 2008: What were the magazines covers that day?

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January 12, 2008: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

  • Catania - Juventus : 1 - 1
  • Empoli - Reggina : 1 - 1

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • Ath Bilbao - Sevilla : 2 - 0
  • Barcelona - Murcia : 4 - 0

La Liga Segunda Division - Football (Spain)

  • Celta - Salamanca : 0 - 0
  • Malaga - Granada 74 : 1 - 1
  • Sociedad - Alaves : 1 - 0
  • Xerez - Las Palmas : 0 - 3

Le Championnat - Football (France)

  • Bordeaux - Auxerre : 4 - 1
  • Caen - Nancy : 0 - 0
  • Le Mans - Sochaux : 0 - 2
  • Lille - Metz : 1 - 1
  • Lyon - Toulouse : 3 - 2
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January 12, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 12th is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 12, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 12, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on January 12th, 2008 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 12, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 12, 2008 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 12, 2008 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 January 12, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 31% full, rising at 09:40 am and setting at 10:37 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 24, 2007 while the next full moon would come on Jan 22, 2008.

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Who was born on January 12, 2008?


Famous people born on January 12, 2008:

  • Max Bratman

    American child from a prominent family.

  • Valentín Rocha Estudiante.

Whose famous birthday is on January 12th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 12th:

  • Taraneh Alidoosti
    Taraneh Alidoosti

    Renowned Iranian actress known for her impactful performances in Iranian cinema.

  • John Lasseter
    John Lasseter

    John lasseter is an animator known for co-founding pixar animation studios and for his work on popular animated films such as toy story and...

  • Howard Stern
    Howard Stern

    American talk-show host and shock-jock, who has a listener base of around three million.

  • Olivier Martinez
    Olivier Martinez

    He was a french film actor.

  • Haruki Murakami
    Haruki Murakami

    Japanese writer.

  • Rob Zombie
    Rob Zombie

    American film director, screenwriter, and producer.

  • Sakshi Tanwar
    Sakshi Tanwar

    Sakshi tanwar is an indian actress known for her role as parvati agarwal in the television series kahaani ghar ghar kii.

  • Kirstie Alley
    Kirstie Alley

    Kirstie Alley is an American actress known for her roles in Cheers and Look Who's Talking.

  • John Francis
    John Francis

    John francis is a well-known model who gained fame for his work in the fashion industry.

  • Naya Rivera
    Naya Rivera

    American actress, model and singer (b. 1987).

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January 12, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 16 years 2 months old,

or 194 months and 7 days old,

or 844 weeks and 3 days old,

or 5911 days old,

if you were born on January 12, 2008.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 12, 2008?

There are 299 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday January 12th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 12, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on January 12, 2008.

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January 12, 2008: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 12, 2008:

  • Angel González

    Spanish poet known for his surrealistic and existential poetry.

  • Max Beck

    American intersex advocate (b. 1966).

  • Charlie Aitken
  • Annie Ninchi
  • Gabriel Manelli
  • Stanisław Wycech
  • Isobel Bennet

What famous deaths happened on January 12th?

Famous deaths on January 12th:

  • Maurice Gibb
    Maurice Gibb

    British-american musician.

  • Amrish Puri
    Amrish Puri

    Indian singer and actor (d. 2005).

  • Alexandra Bastedo
    Alexandra Bastedo

    English actress (d. 2014.

  • Norman Kerry
    Norman Kerry

    Actor (air eagles phantom of opera), died at 61.

  • Betty Lou Gerson
    Betty Lou Gerson

    American voice actress (born 1914).

  • Alegend Christie

    Best-selling crime novelist, creator of iconic detective Hercule Poirot.

  • Aadin Christie

    Renowned mystery writer, known for creating iconic detective characters.

  • Lorrane Hansberry

    Pioneering playwright best known for her work 'A Raisin in the Sun'.

  • Regginald Hill

    Renowned British crime writer known for his Dalziel and Pascoe series.

  • Otie Patterson

    Renowned jazz pianist known for his innovative style.

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January 12, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 12, 2008:

  • In USA's Monk, the 4th season episode of MR. MONK AND MRS. MONK (#T-2351) indicates that Monk spilt something on January 12, 1999 during an earthquake. He stated "Earthquakes count, I don't make the rules."
  • In the television series The X-Files, the third season episode Syzygy, has two girls, Terri & Magi, both born on January 12, 1979. Strange astrological properties with 3+ celestial bodies in alignment gives them great power which they use to kill off several of their high school classmates on their birthday in 1996.
  • In 2001: A Space Odyssey, the fictional computer HAL becomes operational on January 12. In the movie by Stanley Kubrick, HAL was "born" in 1992, while in the book by Arthur C. Clarke the same event occurs in 1997.
  • Tanzania - Zanzibar Revolution Day
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January 12, 2008: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 12, 2008 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 7th and January 13th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 12, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 12, 2008 was Low by Flo Rida, according to the music chart for the week January 7th and January 13th.

January 12, 2008: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 12, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 7th and January 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Low
  2. - No One youtube
  3. - Apologize
  4. - Kiss Kiss
  5. - Crank That (Soulja Boy) youtube

January 12, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 12, 2008 was Now You're Gone by Basshunter featuring DJ Mental Theo's Bazzheadz, according to the music chart for the week January 7th and January 13th.

January 12, 2008: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on January 12, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 7th and January 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Now You're Gone
  2. - When You Believe
  3. - Crank That (Soulja Boy)
  4. - Rockstar
  5. - Bleeding Love youtube

January 12, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 12, 2008 was Like You'll Never See Me Again by Alicia Keys, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 7th and January 13th.

January 12, 2008: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 12, 2008 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 7th and January 13th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Like You'll Never See Me Again
  2. - No One youtube
  3. - Can't Help But Wait
  4. - Suffocate
  5. - Just Fine

January 12, 2008: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on January 12, 2008 was Me Enamora by Juanes, according to the Latin music chart for the week January 7th and January 13th.

January 12, 2008: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on January 12, 2008 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week January 7th and January 13th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Me Enamora
  2. - Sexy Movimiento
  3. - Estos Celos
  4. - La Travesia
  5. - No Puedo Olvidarla

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January 12, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 12, 2008 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Let the Right One In

Let the Right One In

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Tomas Alfredson

Starring: Kåre Hedebrant, Lina Leandersson, Per Ragnar, Henrik Dahl

Country: United States of America

The Great Debaters

The Great Debaters

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Denzel Washington

Starring: Denzel Washington, Forest Whitaker, Kimberly Elise, Nate Parker

Country: United States of America

Definitely, Maybe

Definitely, Maybe

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Adam Brooks

Starring: Ryan Reynolds, Rachel Weisz, Abigail Breslin, An Nguyen

Country: United States of America

Rambo

Rambo

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Sylvester Stallone

Starring: Sylvester Stallone, Julie Benz, Matthew Marsden, Graham McTavish

Country: United States of America

He's Just Not That Into You

He's Just Not That Into You

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Ken Kwapis

Starring: Ginnifer Goodwin, Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Connelly, Morgan Lily

Country: United States of America

January 12, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 12, 2008 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Gangland

Gangland

Release year: 2007

Directed by: Tulio Demicheli

Sold

Sold

Release year: 2007

Directed by: Jeffrey D. Brown

Monarchy: The Royal Family at Work

Monarchy: The Royal Family at Work

Release year: 2007

Directed by: Matt Reid

Kleiner Dodo

Kleiner Dodo

Release year: 2007

Fight Quest

Fight Quest

Release year: 2007

January 12, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 12, 2008 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Double Cross by James Patterson

Double Cross

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Alex was just about to settle down into a routine filled with therapy sessions and patients, but he soon finds himself back on the field--this time trying to capture a criminal mastermind.

Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen

Water for Elephants

By:

Though he may not speak of them, the memories still dwell inside Jacob Jankowski's ninety-something-year-old mind. Memories of him as a young man who was tossed by fate onto the rickety train which brought home the Benzini Brothers Most Spectacular …

Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer

Into the Wild

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A young man from a wealthy family hitchhiked to Alaska in April 1992. He walked alone through the wilderness north and west of Mt. McKinley. His name was Christopher Johnson McCandless.

The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini

The Kite Runner

By:

This #1 New York Times bestseller introduced Khaled Hosseini and his novel to millions of readers around the globe. The Kite Runner is the unforgettable and heartbreaking story about the unlikely friendship of a wealthy boy with the son of …

Eclipse by Stephenie Meyer

Eclipse

By:

The paperback edition Eclipse is the third installment in Stephenie Meyer’s captivating vampire romance saga. Twilight and New Moon have captivated readers. Bella is once more in danger as Seattle is devastated by mysterious killings. A malicious vampire continues her …

January 12, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 12, 2008 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

BrainPipe

BrainPipe

Publisher: Shrapnel Games

Bella Sara

Bella Sara

Platform: Nintendo DS Microsoft Windows

Genre: Life simulation game Puzzle game

Publisher: Codemasters

Club Penguin: Elite Penguin Force

Club Penguin: Elite Penguin Force

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Point-and-Click

Publisher: Disney Interactive Studios

Barnyard Blast: Swine of the Night

Barnyard Blast: Swine of the Night

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Vintage-style action shooter

Publisher: NA DSI Games; EU Bigben Interactive, Neko Entertainment

Bratz Girlz Really Rock

Bratz Girlz Really Rock

Platform: PlayStation 2, Wii, Nintendo DS

Genre: Adventure

Publisher: THQ

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Who was the US President on January 12, 2008?

On January 12, 2008 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 12, 2008?

On January 12, 2008 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on January 12, 2008?

On January 12, 2008 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about January 12th?

January 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th day of the month of January. 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 January 12th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 paris explosion: an explosion in paris caused by a gas leak causes a large explosion that destroys a bakery located in paris' 9th arrondissement. there are 40 people who are hurt and four are killed.
  • 2018 - Saudi arabia: women's rights, mohammad bin salman. saudi vision 2030: saudi arabia has allowed women to watch football matches for the first time. this is part of an easement of the strict rules regarding gender separation that the ultra-conservative muslim nation enforces.
  • 2017 - Two members of the funk band tower of power were seriously injured when a train struck them near jack london square, oakland, california.

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What happened in 2008?

2008 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • The US$100 per barrel price for crude oil is the highest ever recorded.
  • The Democratic caucuses in Iowa, USA choose Barack Obama to be their presidential candidate on November 8. Hillary Clinton, the national front-runner, is third behind John Edwards. Mike Huckabee was chosen by the Republican caucuses over Mitt Romney.
  • Seldom seen snowfalls in southeast Florida, USA.

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What was the calendar for January 2008?

January 2008 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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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