Tuesday July 15, 2008: on this day

July 15, 2008 was the 197th day of the year 2008, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is July 15, 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 July 15, 2008, who was born and died on July 15, 2008, what holidays and observances are celebrated on July 15, 2008, which were the most popular songs (ex. I Kissed A Girl by Katy Perry), movies (e.g. In Bruges, directed by Martin McDonagh), TV series (e.g. Under One Roof) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about July 15th, 2008 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was July 15, 2008?


July 15, 2008 was a Tuesday and it was the 197th day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 15, 2008 can also be written as 7/15/2008 in the US and as 15/7/2008 in UK and Europe.

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July 15, 2008: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 15, 2008:

  • In the 79th all-star game, the american league beat the national league by a score of 4-3 at yankee stadium in new york. the longest all-star game ever, the 15th inning, lasted four hours and fifty minutes.
  • After a funfair ride that consists of a spinning arm and a compartment at one side, which transports passengers to the liseberg park in gothenburg (sweden), 18 people were injured.
  • General motors announced plans to suspend its dividend and sell assets, as well as to reduce salaried costs by 20% in response to the slumping sales of cars.
  • Publicly released is a videotape of omar khadr, a terrorist suspect, being interrogated by canadian officials at guantanamo bay detention camp.
  • At least 35 people are killed and 55 injured by a suicide bomber who attacked an iraqi army base close to baquba.
  • After less than four months, the belgian prime minister yves leterme resigns. king albert ii refuses to accept his resignation.
  • One person is killed when an earthquake of 6.3 magnitude occurs near rhodes, greece.

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July 15, 2008: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on July 15, 2008:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $85.65
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $172.30
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $24.93
  • General Electric GE: opens at $27.05
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $121.00

Exchange Rates on July 15, 2008:

  • 1 USD = 104.63 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0012 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.0084 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.8212 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 166.49 JPY
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July 15, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 15th is Cancer.

Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.

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

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July 15, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 15, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on July 15th, 2008 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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July 15, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 15, 2008 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 15, 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 July 15, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 06:53 pm and setting at 03:39 am.

The previous full moon was on Jun 18, 2008 while the next full moon would come on Jul 18, 2008.

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Who was born on July 15, 2008?


Famous people born on July 15, 2008:

  • Iain Armitage

    Iain Armitage is a young American actor known for his role in the TV series Young Sheldon.

Whose famous birthday is on July 15th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 15th:

  • Olly Alexander
    Olly Alexander

    British actor and lead singer of the band Years & Years, known for his role in the TV series 'It's a Sin'.

  • Shweta Tripathi
    Shweta Tripathi

    Shweta Tripathi is an Indian actress and former journalist, known for her work in films like 'Masaan' and 'Haraamkhor'.

  • Diane Kruger
    Diane Kruger

    German actress and former model.

  • Brigitte Nielsen
    Brigitte Nielsen

    Danish actress, whose screen credits include "red sonja" and "beverly hills cop ii.

  • Taylor Kinney
    Taylor Kinney

    Taylor Kinney is an American actor known for his roles in television shows such as Chicago Fire and The Vampire Diaries.

  • Vincent Lindon
    Vincent Lindon

    Vincent Lindon is a French actor and politician who has served as a member of the European Parliament since 2019.

  • Arianna Huffington
    Arianna Huffington

    Greek-american web entrepreneur, syndicated columnist and author of seven books.

  • Brian Austin Green
    Brian Austin Green

    Brian austin green is an american actor known for his role as david silver in the television series beverly hills, 90210.

  • Jesse Ventura
    Jesse Ventura

    American politician and former professional wrestler.

  • Forest Whitaker
    Forest Whitaker

    American actor, who was nominated for an oscar for best actor for his portrayal as idi amin in "the last king of scotland" on february 26,...

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July 15, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 15 years 9 months old,

or 189 months and 1 day old,

or 822 weeks

or 5754 days old,

if you were born on July 15, 2008.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 15, 2008?

There are 90 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday July 15th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 15, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on July 15, 2008.

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July 15, 2008: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on July 15, 2008:

  • Farheen Mughal

    Renowned poet known for her lyrical verses.

  • Benelli Guido

    Guido Benelli was an Italian motorcycle designer who worked for the Benelli motorcycle company.

  • Mukhtar Magauin

    Notable Kazakh poet and writer.

  • Evalyn Foss

    Evalyn Foss was a chemist known for her contributions to polymer science.

  • Alya Barkat

    Algerian poet known for her contributions to modern Arabic poetry.

  • Imogene Forte

    Celebrated poet whose works explored themes of love and nature.

  • Erina Yashima

    Renowned Japanese author known for her impactful novels on post-war Japan.

  • György Kolonics

    Hungarian canoe racer (b. 1972).

  • Karl Unterkircher

    Italian-born mountain guide and climber, he was raised in italy.

  • Danilo Tesini
  • Gennadij Vol'nov
  • Gionata Mingozzi
  • Jurij Michajlov

What famous deaths happened on July 15th?

Famous deaths on July 15th:

  • Martin Landau
    Martin Landau

    He was an american actor who appeared in more than 500 episodes of tv and is also a well-known figure in movies.

  • Bert Convy
    Bert Convy

    St. louis, missouri -- actor.

  • Celeste Holm
    Celeste Holm

    American singer, actress, pianist, and entertainer, born to norwegian parents.

  • Dana Hill
    Dana Hill

    Actress (vacation), is killed at 32.

  • Margaret Lockwood
    Margaret Lockwood

    Indian-born british actress, well-known for her performances in film and on stage.

  • Googie Withers
    Googie Withers

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

  • Tsilla Chelton
    Tsilla Chelton

    Tsilla chelton was a french actress known for her role as the cantankerous grandmother in the film 'tatie danielle'.

  • Lawrence Tibbett
    Lawrence Tibbett

    American baritone operatic singer.

  • Rudolph Schildkraut
    Rudolph Schildkraut

    American actor born in istanbul (born 1930).

  • Artemisia Gentileschi

    Renowned Italian Baroque painter known for her powerful depictions of women from myth and the Bible.

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July 15, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on July 15, 2008:

  • Confuflux (Discordianism)
  • Japan - Third day of Obon feast period
  • Palermo, Sicily - Festival of Santa Rosalia
  • Brunei - Birthday of the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam
  • Botswana - President's Day
  • Brazil - International Men's Day

Observances on July 15, 2008:

  • World Youth Skills Day

Saints celebrated on July 15, 2008:

  • Saint Vladimir the Great's day (Eastern Orthodox; Roman Catholic)
  • Saint Swithun's feast day (Anglican Church)
  • Saint Donald's feast day
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July 15, 2008: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on July 15, 2008 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 14th and July 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


July 15, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 15, 2008 was I Kissed A Girl by Katy Perry, according to the music chart for the week July 14th and July 20th.

July 15, 2008: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on July 15, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 14th and July 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I Kissed A Girl
  2. - Take A Bow
  3. - Lollipop
  4. - Bleeding Love youtube
  5. - Viva La Vida youtube

July 15, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 15, 2008 was Heaven Sent by Keyshia Cole, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 14th and July 20th.

July 15, 2008: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on July 15, 2008 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 14th and July 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Heaven Sent
  2. - A Milli
  3. - I Luv Your Girl
  4. - Bust It Baby Part 2
  5. - Teenage Love Affair

July 15, 2008: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on July 15, 2008 was Si Tu Te Vas by Los Temerarios, according to the Latin music chart for the week July 14th and July 20th.

July 15, 2008: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on July 15, 2008 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week July 14th and July 20th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Si Tu Te Vas
  2. - Te Quiero
  3. - Si No Te Hubieras Ido
  4. - Donde Estan Corazon
  5. - Hasta El Dia De Hoy

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July 15, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on July 15, 2008 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

In Bruges

In Bruges

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Martin McDonagh

Starring: Colin Farrell, Brendan Gleeson, Ciarán Hinds, Elizabeth Berrington

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

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

Fighting

Fighting

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Dito Montiel

Starring: Channing Tatum, Terrence Howard, Luis Guzmán, Zulay Henao

Country: United States of America

The Hitcher

The Hitcher

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Dave Meyers

Starring: Sean Bean, Sophia Bush, Zachary Knighton, Neal McDonough

Country: United States of America

July 15, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on July 15, 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:

Under One Roof

Under One Roof

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Todd Wilson

Sekirei

Sekirei

Release year: 2008

Moon Machines

Moon Machines

Release year: 2008

Starring: Robert Seamans, Wernher von Braun, John F. Kennedy, Frank Borman

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Greensburg

Greensburg

Release year: 2008

Psychic Kids: Children of the Paranormal

Psychic Kids: Children of the Paranormal

Release year: 2008

Directed by: various

July 15, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on July 15, 2008 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Beach House by Jane Green

The Beach House

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The New York Times Bestseller and the ultimate beach read by Nan Powell, author of Promises to Keep & Another Piece of My Heart Nan Powell. She is a sixty-five year-old who is free-spirited.

Big Russ And Me by Tim Russert

Big Russ And Me

By:

My father seems to be getting smarter as I age. It seems like a lifetime that I don't recall something Big Russ taught.

Death Angel by Linda Howard

Death Angel

By:

Linda Howard is a gifted writer who combines second chances, unexpected romance and relentless action to create a gripping new novel of suspense. Bad girls can trust their friends in Death Angel.

My Stroke Of Insight by Jill Bolte Taylor

My Stroke Of Insight

By:

This New York Times Bestseller chronicles how a stroke caused a brain scientist to become enlightened. Jill Bolte Taylor (a Harvard-trained brain scientist) experienced a stroke on December 10, 1996.

Sail by James Patterson, Howard Roughan

Sail

By:

THE SIZZLING #1 Best Seller #1 New York Times #1 Chicago Tribune#1 Washington Post#1 Wall Street Journal#1 USA Today#1 NewsdayAmerica's #1 bestselling thriller author, James Patterson tells his most thrilling, dramatic tale yet.

July 15, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on July 15, 2008 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Boogie Bunnies

Boogie Bunnies

Platform: Xbox 360 (XBLA), PC

Genre: Puzzle game

Publisher: Sierra Online

Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit

Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit

Platform: PlayStation 3 Xbox 360

Genre: fighting

Publisher: JP / EU Bandai; NA / AUS Atari

All Star Cheer Squad

All Star Cheer Squad

Platform: Wii Nintendo DS

Genre: Rhythm game

Publisher: THQ

Casper's Scare School

Casper's Scare School

Platform: PlayStation 2, Nintendo DS

Genre: Adventure game

Publisher: Blast! Entertainment

Crazy Mouse

Crazy Mouse

Platform: Xbox 360 (XBLA)

Genre: Action puzzle game

Publisher: Ultizen Games

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Who was the US President on July 15, 2008?

On July 15, 2008 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 15, 2008?

On July 15, 2008 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on July 15, 2008?

On July 15, 2008 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about July 15th?

July 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th day of the month of July. 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 July 15th, such as:

  • 2019 - Three people were arrested following a police raid on a neo nazi group in northern italy. during the operation, three people were arrested for possessing sophisticated weaponry including a matra super 530f air-to-air missile.
  • 2018 - Protests in iraq 2015-2018: 16 people were killed or seriously injured during demonstrations in muthanna province (iraq), and 33 others were arrested.
  • 2017 - A stampede that broke out at a football stadium near dakar, senegal has claimed the lives of eight people. it started when police used tear gas to stop a fight between rival teams' fans.

Find out more about July 15th

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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 July 2008?

July 2008 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with July being the 7th 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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