Monday February 18, 2008: on this day

February 18, 2008 was the 49th day of the year 2008, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Monday.

Is February 18, 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 February 18, 2008, who was born and died on February 18, 2008, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 18, 2008, which were the most popular songs (ex. Low by Flo Rida), movies (e.g. The Great Debaters, directed by Denzel Washington), TV series (e.g. Unhitched) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 18th, 2008 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 18, 2008?


February 18, 2008 was a Monday and it was the 49th day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 18, 2008 can also be written as 2/18/2008 in the US and as 18/2/2008 in UK and Europe.

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February 18, 2008: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 18, 2008:

  • The independence of kosovo is recognized by the united states and europe's major powers.
  • After delivering a european laboratory, the space shuttle atlantis departs the international space station.
  • After the declaration of independence, the government of kosovo meets for the first time.
  • In 2008, pakistani voters went to the polls for the general election.
  • Wellington, new zealand hosts an international conference that aims to ban the use cluster bombs.
  • At least 37 afghan civilians are killed in a suicide bombing attack on a canadian military convoy. three canadian soldiers are injured in spin boldak in afghanistan.
  • The trial of yang chunlin, a human rights activist in china, began in jiamusi. yang was a key organizer of a petition entitled "we want human rights, but not the olympics" and is charged with inciting subversion to state power.
  • In 2008, pakistani voters went to the polls for the general election. (ap via sydney morning herald). early results indicate that the anti-musharraf parties pakistan peoples party (ppp) and pakistan muslim league(n) emerged victorious. the party that supported pervez musharraf has been defeated by the pakistan muslim league (q), and its leaders have lost their seats.

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February 18, 2008: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on February 18, 2008:

  • 1 USD = 108.2 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0072 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.1021 CHF
  • 1 USD = 7.1655 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 158.61 JPY

February 18, 2008: What were the main match results that day?

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

  • M'gladbach - Mainz : 0 - 1

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Nantes - Bastia : 2 - 0

Championship - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Bristol City - Crystal Palace : 1 - 1

Liga I - Football (Portugal)

  • Leiria - Belenenses : 1 - 2
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February 18, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 18th is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 18, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 18, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on February 18th, 2008 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 18, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 18, 2008 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 18, 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 February 18, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 02:54 pm and setting at 05:59 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 22, 2008 while the next full moon would come on Feb 21, 2008.

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Who was born on February 18, 2008?


Whose famous birthday is on February 18th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 18th:

  • Cybill Shepherd
    Cybill Shepherd

    American actress.

  • John Travolta
    John Travolta

    American actor who rose to fame as vinnie barbarino, a tv and stage star.

  • Cressida Bonas
    Cressida Bonas

    Cressida bonas is a british actress known for her roles in films and tv shows such as 'tulip fever' and 'doctor thorne'.

  • John Hughes
    John Hughes

    John hughes was an american film director, producer, and screenwriter, best known for creating iconic 1980s teen films such as the breakfast...

  • Matt Dillon
    Matt Dillon

    American actor, who made his film debut in 1978 as a teenager with "over the edge," followed by "my bodyguard", and "little darlings".

  • Molly Ringwald
    Molly Ringwald

    American singer and actress.

  • George Kennedy
    George Kennedy

    George kennedy was an american actor known for his roles in cool hand luke, airport, and the naked gun series.

  • Jack Palance
    Jack Palance

    Jack palance was an american actor known for his roles in classic films such as city slickers and shane.

  • Milos Forman
    Milos Forman

    Czech / us director (cuckoos nest, amadeus).

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February 18, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 16 years 1 month old,

or 193 months and 11 days old,

or 840 weeks and 4 days old,

or 5884 days old,

if you were born on February 18, 2008.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 18, 2008?

There are 326 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday February 18th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 18, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on February 18, 2008.

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February 18, 2008: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 18, 2008:

  • Robben Grillet

    French novelist and one of the leading figures of the Nouveau Roman literary movement.

  • Alain Robbe-Grillet

    Influential figure in the Nouveau Roman literary movement.

  • Mihaela Mitrache

    Romanian actress (born in 1955).

  • Sir Richard Knowles

    British politician (born 1917).

  • Mickey Renaud

    Canadian professional ice hockey player (born in 1988).

  • Giuseppe Bicocchi
  • Vasilij Buzunov

What famous deaths happened on February 18th?

Famous deaths on February 18th:

  • Gale Robbins
    Gale Robbins

    Chicago, illinois -- actress (fuller brush girl, mr hex).

  • Andy Devine
    Andy Devine

    American actor and singer (d. 1977).

  • Maggie McNamara
    Maggie McNamara

    Actress (3 coins in the fountain, cardinal), died at 49.

  • Mikle Angelo

    Renowned Italian painter and sculptor of the Renaissance period.

  • Dantonio Michelangelo

    Dantonio Michelangelo was an Italian Renaissance artist known for his sculptures, paintings, and architectural works, including the Sistine...

  • Jaicion Wong

    Pioneering scientist known for groundbreaking research in the field of biotechnology.

  • Smaran Das

    Noted physicist who made significant contributions to quantum mechanics.

  • Taimur Lang

    Taimur Lang was a Central Asian conqueror who founded the Timurid Empire.

  • Rodert Oppenheimer

    Rodert Oppenheimer was an American theoretical physicist and professor of physics at the University of California, Berkeley.

  • Floyed Brown

    Renowned abstract painter known for his vibrant use of colors.

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February 18, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 18, 2008:

  • Presidents' Day - This holiday honors all past and present U.S. presidents, with a particular focus on George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.
  • Independence Day in The Gambia (1965)
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February 18, 2008: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 18, 2008 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 18th and February 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 18, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 18, 2008 was Low by Flo Rida, according to the music chart for the week February 18th and February 24th.

February 18, 2008: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 18, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 18th and February 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Low
  2. - With You
  3. - Don't Stop The Music
  4. - No One youtube
  5. - Apologize

February 18, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 18, 2008 was Now You're Gone by Basshunter featuring DJ Mental Theo's Bazzheadz, according to the music chart for the week February 18th and February 24th.

February 18, 2008: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 18, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 18th and February 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Now You're Gone
  2. - Rockstar
  3. - Chasing Pavements
  4. - Don't Stop The Music
  5. - Work

February 18, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 18, 2008 was I Remember by Keyshia Cole, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 18th and February 24th.

February 18, 2008: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 18, 2008 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 18th and February 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - I Remember
  2. - Like You'll Never See Me Again
  3. - Suffocate
  4. - Just Fine
  5. - Sensual Seduction

February 18, 2008: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on February 18, 2008 was Gotas De Agua Dulce by Juanes, according to the Latin music chart for the week February 18th and February 24th.

February 18, 2008: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on February 18, 2008 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week February 18th and February 24th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Gotas De Agua Dulce
  2. - Me Enamora
  3. - Te Quiero
  4. - Donde Estan Corazon
  5. - Te Llore

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February 18, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 18, 2008 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

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

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21

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Robert Luketic

Starring: Jim Sturgess, Kate Bosworth, Kevin Spacey, Aaron Yoo

Country: United States of America

Never Back Down

Never Back Down

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Jeff Wadlow

Starring: Sean Faris, Djimon Hounsou, Amber Heard, Cam Gigandet

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

February 18, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 18, 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:

Unhitched

Unhitched

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Stefan Schwartz

Monster House

Monster House

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Gil Kenan

The Battery's Down

The Battery's Down

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Jake Wilson

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

February 18, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 18, 2008 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle

A New Earth

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"A wake-up call to the whole planet. . . [A New Earth] helps you to stop creating your own suffering and obsessing about the past or the future, and instead to live in the present.

Liberal Fascism by Jonah Goldberg

Liberal Fascism

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Liberal opponents often use insults such as "Fascists", "Brownshirts," and "jackbooted Stormtroopers" to describe conservatives. Calling someone fascist is the fastest and most effective way to silence them, as well as defining their views.

Quiet Strength by Tony Dungy with Nathan Whitaker

Quiet Strength

By:

2008 winner of the Retailer's Choice Award! Tony Dungy's words, example, and winning in Super Bowl XLI were a huge hit, especially with millions of people. This was his first win as a coach for African Americans.

The Appeal by John Grisham

The Appeal

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERIn a packed courtroom in Mississippi, a jury returned a shocking verdict against a chemical firm accused of dumping toxic waste in a small town’s water supply, causing the largest "cancer cluster” in human history.

People Of The Book by Geraldine Brooks

People Of The Book

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The Pulitzer Prize-winning author March and The Secret Chord has written a bestseller that follows a manuscript through centuries of war and exile. It was published by Viking in October 2015.

February 18, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 18, 2008 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Babysitting Mania

Babysitting Mania

Platform: Nintendo DS, Microsoft Windows

Genre: Simulation game

Publisher: iWin, Majesco Entertainment

Bratz Super Babiezzzz

Bratz Super Babiezzzz

Platform: Nintendo DS, Windows

Genre: Action/Adventure/Platformer/

Publisher: THQ

Boingz

Boingz

Platform: Wii (WiiWare)

Genre: Action

Publisher: RealNetworks

Boogie Superstar

Boogie Superstar

Platform: Wii

Genre: Rhythm game

Publisher: Electronic Arts

Bejeweled Twist

Bejeweled Twist

Platform: PC (Windows), Java ME, Mobile, Zeebo, Browser game (Flash), Nintendo DS, Nintendo DSi (DSiWare), Symbian^3

Genre: Puzzle

Publisher: PopCap Games

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Who was the US President on February 18, 2008?

On February 18, 2008 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 18, 2008?

On February 18, 2008 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on February 18, 2008?

On February 18, 2008 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about February 18th?

February 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th day of the month of February. 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 February 18th, such as:

  • 2019 - Kashmir conflict: two jaish-e-mohammed militants and one civilian were killed in a skirmish that took place in pulwama, indian-administered kashmir. police are searching for the suspects in thursday’s suicide attack which claimed 40 lives of paramilitary police officers.
  • 2018 - 2018 kizlyar church shooting. a gunman shoots and kills five people at a kizlyar, dagestan (russia) church. later, he was shot and killed by police.
  • 2017 - 2017 leuven train derailment: a passenger train that derailed near leuven in belgium killed one person and injured 20 others.

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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 February 2008?

February 2008 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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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