Saturday March 12, 2016: on this day

March 12, 2016 was the 72nd day of the year 2016, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is March 12, 2016 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on March 12, 2016, who was born and died on March 12, 2016, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 12, 2016, which were the most popular songs (ex. Work by Rihanna Featuring Drake), movies (e.g. Spotlight, directed by Tom McCarthy), TV series (e.g. Zak Storm) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 12th, 2016 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 12, 2016?


March 12, 2016 was a Saturday and it was the 72nd day of the year 2016 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 12, 2016 can also be written as 3/12/2016 in the US and as 12/3/2016 in UK and Europe.

March 12, 2016 in March 2016 calendar

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March 12, 2016: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 12, 2016:

  • Iraqi civil war (2014)-2017: use of chemical weaponry in the iraqi civil war. the islamic state of iraq and the levant fired mortars containing unidentified chemical agents, killing one and injuring 600 people in taza khurmatu in iraq.
  • Chemical weapons used in the iraqi civil war. the islamic state of iraq (and the levant) fire mortars containing unidentified chemical agents, killing one and injuring 600 people in taza khurmatu in iraq.
  • Naxalite maoist insurgency: four indian border security force soldiers were killed and four others injured in a conflict that erupted in the state chhattisgarh.
  • In a conflict in the state chhattisgarh, two indian border security force soldiers were killed and four others were injured.
  • Conflict between israel and palestine: a fragment of a missile from an israeli aircraft struck four hamas training camps in gaza, killing a 10-year-old palestinian boy.
  • After four missiles fell in open areas in southern israel, late yesterday, an israeli plane fired fragments at a missile that struck four hamas training camps.
  • Conflict turkey-pkk (2015-present). turkish air force airstrikes have reportedly killed at least 67 pkk militants from northern iraq.
  • Turkish air force airstrikes in northern iraq kill at least 67 pkk militants
  • Syrian civil war: jaysh al-nasr rebels claim they shot down a fighter plane over hama governorate, western syria. the syrian observatory for human rights confirmed that the jet was shot down by a rebel group using two heat-seeking rockets. pro-government sources acknowledged that a mig-21 warplane crashed over kafr nabudah but claimed it was due "technical problems", denial it had been shot.
  • Yemeni civil war (2015-present: aden unrest: according to local medics as well as a yemeni security officer, airstrikes targeting al-qaeda-held al-mansoura in aden killed at least 17 militants and injured 20 civilians.
  • Unrest in aden: according to local medics as well as a yemeni security officer, airstrikes targeting al-qaeda-held al-mansoura in the port city aden killed at least 17 militants and injured 20 civilians.
  • Reuters reports that energy transfer equity, a private capital concern, is in negotiations to sell sunoco. the deal would be worth more than $2b, according to unnamed sources.
  • Six skiers are killed in an avalanche in the italian alps.
  • Atka island in southwest alaska is struck by a magnitude 6.3 earthquake. no reports have been made of a tsunami.
  • One person is killed and two are missing in a tugboat accident on the hudson river north from new york city.
  • Republican party presidential primaries, 2016. democratic party presidential primaries, 2016. voters in guam, washington, d.c., and wyoming go to the polls to cast their votes in republican party caucuses, while democratic party members will vote in the northern mariana islands ballot. (cnn) ted cruz wins wyoming the most delegate, while marco rubio wins washington d.c. (new york post),(the guardian). hillary clinton wins the northern mariana islands caucus.
  • Voters in guam, washington, d.c., and wyoming go to the polls in order to vote in republican party caucuses, whereas democratic party members vote for the northern mariana islands caucus.
  • Ted cruz wins wyoming's most delegate votes, while marco rubio is victorious in washington d.c.
  • Hillary clinton wins the northern mariana islands caucus.
  • Donald trump presidential campaign 2016, a protestor attempted to storm donald trump's stage while he was speaking at a rally in dayton. secret service agents jumped on the stage to form a barrier around trump amid chaos. according to chief mike etter, the dayton police department, the suspect was identified as thomas dimassimo (32). he was charged with disorderly conduct, inducing panic and other charges. dimassimo is a black lives matter activist.
  • As donald trump spoke at a dayton rally, ohio, protestors attempted to storm the stage. secret service agents jumped on the stage to form a barrier around trump. according to chief mike etter, chief of the dayton police department, thomas dimassimo was arrested for disorderly conduct and inducing panic. dimassimo is a black lives matter activist.
  • 2015: the polish constitutional court crisis. thousands protest the refusal of the government to publish its ruling that the government can't change the way the court operates.
  • After the government refused to publish the ruling of the constitutional court that the government could not change the way the court operates, thousands took to the streets in warsaw and other polish cities to protest the government.
  • The brazilian democratic movement party has set a deadline for dilma raousseff's administration to determine the status and condition of their alliance. this includes the possibility to leave the coalition.
  • Alphago against lee sedol: in a five-game match, alphago's alphago program beat lee sedol by a staggering three to zero.
  • Google artificial intelligence company deepmind's alphago programme wins a match against lee sedol in five games of go.

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March 12, 2016: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on March 12, 2016:

  • 1 USD = 1.3204 AUD
  • 1 USD = 0.983 CHF
  • 1 EUR = 1.4694 AUD
  • 1 EUR = 1.4689 CAD
  • 1 AUD = 0.998 CAD

March 12, 2016: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

  • Empoli - Sampdoria : 1 - 1
  • Inter - Bologna : 2 - 1

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

  • Bayern Munich - Werder Bremen : 5 - 0
  • Darmstadt - Augsburg : 2 - 2
  • Hannover - FC Koln : 0 - 2
  • Hoffenheim - Wolfsburg : 1 - 0
  • Ingolstadt - Stuttgart : 3 - 3

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • Duisburg - Union Berlin : 2 - 1
  • Sandhausen - Fortuna Dusseldorf : 1 - 0

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

  • Ath Madrid - La Coruna : 3 - 0
  • Barcelona - Getafe : 6 - 0
  • Celta - Sociedad : 1 - 0
  • Vallecano - Eibar : 1 - 1
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March 12, 2016: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 12th is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 12, 2016: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Monkey chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 12, 2016 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on March 12th, 2016 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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March 12, 2016: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

22%

The moon phase on March 12, 2016 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 12, 2016 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 March 12, 2016 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 22% full, rising at 08:33 am and setting at 10:30 pm.

The previous full moon was on Feb 22, 2016 while the next full moon would come on Mar 23, 2016.

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Who was born on March 12, 2016?


Whose famous birthday is on March 12th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 12th:

  • Barbara Feldon
    Barbara Feldon

    Barbara feldon is an american actress and model best known for her role as agent 99 in the television series get smart.

  • Jaimie Alexander
    Jaimie Alexander

    Jaimie alexander is an american actress known for her role as lady sif in the marvel cinematic universe.

  • Courtney B. Vance
    Courtney B. Vance

    Courtney b. vance is an american actor known for his roles in movies and tv shows such as the people v. o.j.

  • Ron Jeremy
    Ron Jeremy

    American entertainer, most famous as a porn star.

  • Al Jarreau
    Al Jarreau

    American jazz singer.

  • Jessie Matthews
    Jessie Matthews

    Jessie matthews was a british actress and singer known for her performances in musical films and stage productions during the 1920s and...

  • Marlon Jackson
    Marlon Jackson

    American musician and singer (the jackson 5).

  • Gordon MacRae
    Gordon MacRae

    American singer and actor, who was a well-known musical comedy star in the 1950s.

  • Jason Beghe
    Jason Beghe

    American actor and critic.

  • Googie Withers
    Googie Withers

    Karachi, india -- actress (1 our aircraft is lost).

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March 12, 2016: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 8 years 1 month old,

or 97 months and 15 days old,

or 424 weeks

or 2968 days old,

if you were born on March 12, 2016.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 12, 2016?

There are 320 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday March 12th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 12, 2016?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on March 12, 2016.

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March 12, 2016: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 12, 2016:

  • Sante Gnerre

    Mathematician known for groundbreaking work in number theory.

  • Lloyd Shapley

    Nobel prize winner in economics and mathematical sciences for america.

  • Cranston Ansell

    Cranston Ansell was a politician who served his country with dedication.

  • Rafiq Azad

    Bangladeshi poet and author (b. 1942).

  • Felix Ibru

    Nigerian architect and politician, governor of delta state (b. 1935).

  • Giuseppe Romagnolo
  • Larry Moore
  • Lloyd Stowell Shapley

What famous deaths happened on March 12th?

Famous deaths on March 12th:

  • John Cazale
    John Cazale

    Actor (dog day afternoon, deer hunter), dies at 41.

  • Lynne Thigpen
    Lynne Thigpen

    Talented American actress known for her roles in various films and television shows.

  • Belinda Lee
    Belinda Lee

    An english actress who is often portrayed as a "sexy blonde" in supporting roles in benny hill's film "who done it?" (1956).

  • Maurice Evans
    Maurice Evans

    English screenwriter and producer of actors (d. 1989).

  • Josephine Hull
    Josephine Hull

    American actress and director (d.57).

  • Terry Pratchett

    Terry Pratchett was a renowned British author known for his Discworld fantasy series.

  • Charlie Parker

    An American jazz saxophonist and composer, considered one of the greatest and most influential figures in the history of jazz.

  • George Westinghouse

    American inventor, entrepreneur and manufacturing genius.

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March 12, 2016: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 12, 2016:

  • Ancient Latvia - Gregoru Diena observed.
  • Flag Day in Venezuela.
  • "National Day" of the Republic of Jamtland
  • Sweden - Namesday of Crown Princess Victoria, an Official Flag Day.
  • Mauritius - National Day.
  • St. Justina
  • St. Jozefina
  • Roman Catholic Church - Feast day of: St. Theophanes the Confessor
  • Arbor Day in China.
  • St. Maximilian
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March 12, 2016: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 12, 2016 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 7th and March 13th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 12, 2016: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 12, 2016 was Work by Rihanna Featuring Drake, according to the music chart for the week March 7th and March 13th.

March 12, 2016: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 12, 2016 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 7th and March 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Work
  2. - Love Yourself
  3. - Stressed Out
  4. - Sorry
  5. - My House

March 12, 2016: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 12, 2016 was Work by Rihanna Featuring Drake, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 7th and March 13th.

March 12, 2016: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 12, 2016 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 7th and March 13th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Work
  2. - Me, Myself & I
  3. - Down In The DM
  4. - Don't
  5. - In The Night

March 12, 2016: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on March 12, 2016 was Ginza by J Balvin, according to the Latin music chart for the week March 7th and March 13th.

March 12, 2016: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on March 12, 2016 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week March 7th and March 13th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Ginza
  2. - Hasta El Amanecer
  3. - Solo Con Verte
  4. - El Perdon
  5. - Encantadora

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March 12, 2016: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 12, 2016 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Spotlight

Spotlight

Release year: 2016

Written by:

Directed by: Tom McCarthy

Starring: Mark Ruffalo, Michael Keaton, Rachel McAdams, Liev Schreiber

Country: United States of America

Deadpool

Deadpool

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Tim Miller

Starring: Ryan Reynolds, Morena Baccarin, T.J. Miller, Ed Skrein

Country: United States of America

Maggie's Plan

Maggie's Plan

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Rebecca Miller

Starring: Greta Gerwig, Ethan Hawke, Julianne Moore, Maya Rudolph

Country: United States of America

The Vatican Tapes

The Vatican Tapes

Release year: 2016

Directed by: Mark Neveldine

Starring: Olivia Taylor Dudley, Michael Peña, Dougray Scott, Djimon Hounsou

Country: United States of America

In Dubious Battle

In Dubious Battle

Release year: 2016

Directed by: James Franco

Starring: James Franco, Selena Gomez, Robert Duvall, Vincent D'onofrio, Bryan Cranston, Sam Shepard, Danny McBride, Ed Harris, John Savage, Analeigh Tipton, Ashley Greene, Zach Braff

Country: United States of America

March 12, 2016: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 12, 2016 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Zak Storm

Zak Storm

Release year: 2016

Country: United States of America

Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders

Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders

Release year: 2016

Country: United States of America

March 12, 2016: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 12, 2016 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi

When Breath Becomes Air

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * PULITZER PRIZE FINALIST NAMED ONE THE BEST BOOKS IN THE YEAR BY The New York Times Book Review * People* * NPR* The Washington Post * Slate* Harper's Bazaar* Esquire* Time Out New York …

Me Before You by Jojo Moyes

Me Before You

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Jojo's new novel, Still Me, featuring Louisa Clark, Me Before You and After You is coming soon! They shared nothing until they fell in love.

The Gangster by Clive Cussler, Justin Scott

The Gangster

By:

In this novel, #1 New York Times bestseller, Detective Isaac Bell confronts the leader of a criminal organization. It's 1906 in New York City and the Black Hand, an Italian crime organization, is on a rampage: kidnappings, extortion, arson.

Living Forward by Michael Hyatt, Daniel Harkavy

Living Forward

By:

We only have one chance to live this life. It is up to us to decide what we do with this life. Is it us just watching, reacting to the circumstances as they arise and wondering how we got here? …

Room by Emma Donoghue

Room

By:

NOW A MAJOR MOOTION PICTURE -- Nominated for Four Academy Awards, including Best Picture. . . . It is where he was born. It is where he and Ma eat, sleep, play, and learn.

March 12, 2016: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on March 12, 2016 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Lego Worlds

Lego Worlds

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Sandbox

Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment

Warhammer 40,000: Eternal Crusade

Warhammer 40,000: Eternal Crusade

Platform: Linux, Microsoft Windows, OS X, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Genre: Massively multiplayer online third-person shooter

Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment

Space Hulk: Deathwing

Space Hulk: Deathwing

Platform: Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Genre: First-person shooter

Publisher: Focus Home Interactive

Lego Marvel's Avengers

Lego Marvel's Avengers

Platform: Microsoft Windows; Nintendo 3DS; OS X; PlayStation 3; PlayStation 4; PlayStation Vita; Wii U; Xbox 360; Xbox One

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment; Feral Interactive (OS X)

Battlefleet Gothic: Armada

Battlefleet Gothic: Armada

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Real-time strategy

Publisher: Focus Home Interactive

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Who was the US President on March 12, 2016?

On March 12, 2016 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 12, 2016?

On March 12, 2016 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on March 12, 2016?

On March 12, 2016 the Pope was Francis.

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What is special about March 12th?

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

  • 2019 - Boeing 737 max 8 grounded: all boeing 737 max 8 aircraft were grounded by the european union, india, malaysia and singapore. with 40% of the global fleet now grounded, indonesia, china, and several other airlines also grounding their aircraft yesterday, this means that 40% of the global fleet has been grounded. boeing claims that they will release a software update within the next few weeks.
  • 2018 - Apple inc. acquires texture digital magazine subscription app texture, for an undisclosed amount.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war: tahrir al-sham is al-qaeda's branch within syria. it claims responsibility for the twin bombings in damascus yesterday that left many dead.

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What happened in 2016?

2016 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: A shooting occurs at a Tel Aviv pub, Israel. It leaves two people dead and eight others injured. The gunman was able to escape and perhaps killed his accomplice, an Arab taxi driver. His body was discovered nearby. The shooter was identified by the police as Nisa'at Melkham, a 30-year-old muslim from Ar'ara. He was also searched his house.
  • Two people are killed and eight others injured in a shooting at a Tel Aviv pub. The gunman was able to escape and perhaps killed his accomplice, an Arab taxi driver. His body was discovered nearby. The shooter was identified by the police as Nisa'at Melkham, a 30-year-old muslim from Ar'ara. He was also searched his house.
  • A 28-foot tall new statue of Jesus, called "Jesus de Greatest", was unveiled at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, Abajah village in Nigeria's Imo state. It is the largest known African Jesus statue.

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What was the calendar for March 2016?

March 2016 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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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