Friday June 20, 2008: on this day

June 20, 2008 was the 172nd day of the year 2008, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Friday.

Is June 20, 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 June 20, 2008, who was born and died on June 20, 2008, what holidays and observances are celebrated on June 20, 2008, which were the most popular songs (ex. Lollipop by Lil Wayne), movies (e.g. The Great Debaters, directed by Denzel Washington), TV series (e.g. Under One Roof) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about June 20th, 2008 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was June 20, 2008?


June 20, 2008 was a Friday and it was the 172nd day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 20, 2008 can also be written as 6/20/2008 in the US and as 20/6/2008 in UK and Europe.

June 20, 2008 in June 2008 calendar

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June 20, 2008: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on June 20, 2008:

  • The janus-2 satellite was launched from vandenberg air force base, california, on a delta-2 rocket. this satellite will measure the shape of the oceans around the world.
  • A female student from iran was arrested after accusing the vice-chancellor at her university of sexually harassing and harassing her. her charges are not clear. the vice-chancellor also was arrested. bbc news
  • Typhoon fengshen, 2008 pacific typhoon season: philippines
  • Kuwait beats uae 4-1 to win the arab cup of ice hockey.
  • Thai political crisis
  • Nepal police detain over 700 tibetan exiles who protest outside the chinese embassy and make arrests of three activists in connection with alleged anti-china activities.
  • Mars exploration by phoenix lander
  • Twelve people were trampled to death while trying to escape an attack by police in northern mexico city.
  • 2008 pacific typhoon season: typhoon fengshen, philippines: two people are killed in a landslide at cotabato city, mindanao when typhoon fengshen strikes the philippines.
  • As typhoon fengshen strikes the philippines, at least two people are killed in a landslide that occurred in cotabato city, mindanao.
  • Thai political crisis: people's alliance for democracy march to bangkok's government house demanding that samak sundaravej, the prime minister, resign.
  • Launch of the franco-american jason-2 satellite, which has the mission to further study physical oceanography.
  • Six civilians are killed in a suicide bombing attack in southern afganistan.
  • Nasa phoenix lander exploration of mars: nasa has confirmed that it has discovered water ice on mars.
  • Nasa believes that it has discovered water ice on mars after white patches were found by digging with the phoenix lander.
  • The european union has agreed to lift sanctions imposed against cuba since 2003 cocktail wars.

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June 20, 2008: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on June 20, 2008:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $85.12
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $176.55
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $28.31
  • General Electric GE: opens at $27.44
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $123.14

Exchange Rates on June 20, 2008:

  • 1 USD = 107.32 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.016 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.0355 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.8801 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 167.49 JPY
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June 20, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 20th is Gemini.

Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.

Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 20, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 20, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on June 20th, 2008 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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June 20, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on June 20, 2008 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 20, 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 June 20, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 93% full, rising at 09:41 pm and setting at 07:51 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 June 20, 2008?


Whose famous birthday is on June 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 20th:

  • Nicole Kidman
    Nicole Kidman

    American actress, known for her energetic roles and her marriage to tom cruise.

  • Lionel Richie
    Lionel Richie

    Lionel richie is an american r&b singer known for hits like 'hello' and 'all night long'.

  • Danny Aiello
    Danny Aiello

    Danny aiello was an american actor and producer known for his roles in films such as 'do the right thing' and 'moonstruck'.

  • Brian Wilson
    Brian Wilson

    American musician and the eccentric genius behind "the beach boys", a composer and producer, who quit touring with the group at the age of...

  • Errol Flynn
    Errol Flynn

    Australian-american actor.

  • John Goodman
    John Goodman

    American actor.

  • 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.

  • Audie Murphy
    Audie Murphy

    American actor and soldier, murphy was the most decorated soldier of ww ii.

  • Anne Murray
    Anne Murray

    Canadian-american country and contemporary pop singer, who has won numerous awards.

  • Dreama Walker
    Dreama Walker

    American actress.

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June 20, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 15 years 9 months old,

or 189 months and 9 days old,

or 823 weeks

or 5761 days old,

if you were born on June 20, 2008.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 20, 2008?

There are 83 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday June 20th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 20, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on June 20, 2008.

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June 20, 2008: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on June 20, 2008:

  • Carlo Pierangeli
  • Jean-Pierre Thystère Tchicaya

What famous deaths happened on June 20th?

Famous deaths on June 20th:

  • Ina Balin
    Ina Balin

    American actress known for her roles in films like 'From the Terrace' and 'The Comancheros.

  • Estelle Winwood
    Estelle Winwood

    Actress (miracle on 34th street), is killed at 99.

  • Xylan Nova

    Physicist known for contributions to quantum mechanics.

  • Undray Smith

    Influential playwright whose works continue to inspire audiences.

  • Clee Harper

    Pioneering playwright whose works challenged societal norms and inspired change.

  • Adaja Smith

    Influential playwright whose works continue to inspire generations.

  • Charmeka Johnson

    Bestselling author known for her impactful literary works.

  • Muriah Khan

    Influential playwright whose works continue to be performed worldwide.

  • Ceria Malam

    Captured stunning black and white images of urban landscapes.

  • Jimel Johnson

    Influential playwright whose works continue to inspire generations.

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June 20, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on June 20, 2008:

  • American Radio Relay League ? Bring your Handy-Talky to Work Day
  • West Virginia ? West Virginia Day.
  • Flag Day in Argentina (1938).
  • UNHCR - World Refugee Day.
  • Ancient Latvia ? Zalu Diena.
  • Roman Empire ? Festival in honor of Summanus.
  • Day of The Royal Victorian Order.

Observances on June 20, 2008:

  • World Refugee Day
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June 20, 2008: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on June 20, 2008 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 16th and June 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


June 20, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 20, 2008 was Lollipop by Lil Wayne, according to the music chart for the week June 16th and June 22nd.

June 20, 2008: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on June 20, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 16th and June 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

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

June 20, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 20, 2008 was Heaven Sent by Keyshia Cole, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 16th and June 22nd.

June 20, 2008: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on June 20, 2008 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 16th and June 22nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Heaven Sent
  2. - Lollipop
  3. - Bust It Baby Part 2
  4. - Take You Down
  5. - I Luv Your Girl

June 20, 2008: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on June 20, 2008 was Te Quiero by Flex, according to the Latin music chart for the week June 16th and June 22nd.

June 20, 2008: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on June 20, 2008 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week June 16th and June 22nd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

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

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June 20, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on June 20, 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

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

Anamorph

Anamorph

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Henry Miller

Starring: Willem Dafoe, Scott Speedman, Don Harvey, James Rebhorn

Country: United States of America

June 20, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on June 20, 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

June 20, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on June 20, 2008 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Blood Noir by Laurell K. Hamilton

Blood Noir

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Blood Noir

Stolen Innocence by Elissa Wall

Stolen Innocence

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"Both creepy...and quite moving."--New York Times Book Review"Wall's story couldn't be more timely."--PeopleStolen Innocence is the gripping New York Times bestselling memoir of Elissa Wall, the courageous former member of Utah's

Devil May Care by Sebastian Faulks

Devil May Care

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Bond returns in this thrilling new novel of intrigues and suspense. Devil May Care is a masterful continuation to the James Bond tradition. It picks up exactly where Ian Fleming left off: at

The Art Of Racing In The Rain by Garth Stein

The Art Of Racing In The Rain

By:

This is a heartbreaking, but ultimately hilarious, story about family, love and loyalty. It's a fascinating look at the absurdities and wonders of human life.

Nothing To Lose by Lee Child

Nothing To Lose

By:

Hope and Despair are two small towns located in the middle of nowhere. There are twelve miles of road between them. Jack Reacher is unable to find a ride so he walks.

June 20, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on June 20, 2008 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Armand and the Foppish Hat

Armand and the Foppish Hat

Platform: Macintosh and Windows

Genre: Adventure Game

Condemned 2: Bloodshot

Condemned 2: Bloodshot

Platform: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360

Genre: Survival horror

Publisher: Sega Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment

Atlantica Online

Atlantica Online

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: MMORPG, Tactical RPG

Publisher: NA Nexon America; JP Nexon Co., Ltd.; TW Gamania; VN VTC Games; CN The9 Limited; TH AsiaSoft; DE Nexon Europe; FR Nexon Europe; RU Innova Co. S.à rl; ID PT. Kreon; ESP Ignited Games Inc; BR Ignited G

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

Afrika

Afrika

Platform: PlayStation 3

Genre: Simulation

Publisher: JP Sony Computer Entertainment NA Natsume

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Who was the US President on June 20, 2008?

On June 20, 2008 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 20, 2008?

On June 20, 2008 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on June 20, 2008?

On June 20, 2008 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about June 20th?

June 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th day of the month of June. 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 June 20th, such as:

  • 2019 - After it was allegedly violating iranian airspace, the islamic revolutionary guard corps shot down an american rq-4 global hawk spy plane.
  • 2018 - Sinking of the mv sinar bangun. the ferry, designed to carry 43 passengers, sinks at tigaras, lake toba in north sumatra. 192 people are reported missing.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war, military intervention against isil: after russia threatened that any u.s.-led coalition aircraft flying west of euphrates would be considered a target, the royal australian air force (raaf), suspends combat operations against isil in syria. (the guardian). a u.s. f-15 destroys an iranian shahed 129 drone close to the jordan-syria border, where u.s. ground troops are based.

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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 June 2008?

June 2008 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with June being the 6th 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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