Wednesday June 20, 2012: on this day

June 20, 2012 was a Wednesday and it was the 172nd day of the year 2012 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 20, 2012 can also be written as 6/20/2012 in the US and as 20/6/2012 in UK and Europe.

June 20, 2012 in June 2012 calendar

Here's what happened on June 20, 2012:

• After seizing four hostages from the credit industriel et commercial bank, in toulouse in southern france, a gunman was arrested. this is the same bank where mohammed merah killed five people in march.
• Israeli airstrikes respond to rocket attacks from gaza strip, resulting at least in one death.
• Turkey's military confirmed that it carried out strikes against kurdish rebel targets in iraq.
• According to the syrian observatory for human rights, at least 20 soldiers from syria's army and five rebels were killed in heavy fighting near latakia.
• Tribal fighting in western libya has left 105 people dead, and 500 others injured.
• Rupert murdoch, media mogul, launches surprise bid to buy billionaire james packer’s share in consolidated media holdings. this stakeholder is a major stakeholder in foxtel and fox sports australia.
• Larry ellison, american ceo of oracle corp., agrees to purchase 98 percent of hawaiian island lanai.
• The united states congress proposes to increase its military presence in kuwait.
• Fund for peace has released its 2012 failed state index. the largest increases in the index since the last study were made by japan, libya, and syria.
• Adrian nastase was the former prime minister of romania and narrowly survived a suicide attempt with a gunshot to his throat. he was sentenced to two years imprisonment by a controversial court.
• Hosni mobarak, the egyptian leader who was ousted in the revolution last year, is said to be in a coma. he has been removed from life support.
• The supreme elections commission in egypt announced that the presidential election results will not be published on thursday because of complaints from rival candidates.
• Operation fast and furious
• The united states house committee on oversight and government reform has charged eric holder with contempt of congress. he failed to cooperate in an investigation into operation 'fast and furious'.
• Uefa euro 2012's off day is dominated yesterday's ghost goal by ukraine against england. john terry swung the ball from behind goal line after marko devic's shot under the watchful eye of the assistant.
• After his team secured qualification for the quarterfinals, cesare prandelli, italy coach, thanked michel platini, uefa president. this was partly due to the additional officials.
• Operation fast and furious: the united states house committee on oversight and government reform has cited eric holder as contempt of congress for not cooperating with an investigation into operation "fast and furious". (the washington post. president barack obama invokes executive privilege over documents related to fast and furious after a request from the house oversight committee.
• After being asked by the house oversight committee, president barack obama invoked executive privilege over documents related to fast and furious.
• The incident was criticized by the ukrainian media, and the denial of ukraine at least a point is being denied. pierluigi collina, uefa's chief refereeing official, says that the goal should have been granted.

June 20, 2012: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on June 20, 2012:

• ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $84.40
• Apple AAPL: opens at $588.21
• Microsoft MSFT: opens at $30.93
• General Electric GE: opens at $20.00
• International Business Machines IBM: opens at $198.70

Exchange Rates on June 20, 2012:

• 1 USD = 79.47 JPY
• 1 USD = 1.0184 CAD
• 1 USD = 0.9455 CHF
• 1 USD = 6.3598 CNY
• 1 EUR = 100.91 JPY

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

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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, 2012: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 20, 2012 is Dragon and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 20, 2012 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 20, 2012 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, 2012 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 5% full, rising at 06:22 am and setting at 09:51 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jun 04, 2012 while the next full moon would come on Jul 03, 2012.

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Your place in the Universe on June 20, 2012

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Whose famous birthday is on June 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 20th:

• Nicole Kidman

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

• Lionel Richie

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

• 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

  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

  Australian-american actor.

• John Goodman

  American actor.

• 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

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

• Anne Murray

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

• Dreama Walker

  American actress.

See more famous people and celebrities born on June 20th

You are 11 years 10 months old,

or 142 months

or 617 weeks and 3 days old,

or 4322 days old,

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 20, 2012?

There are 61 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, 2012?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on June 20, 2012.

Famous people died on June 20, 2012:

• Leroi Neiman

  Celebrated painter and illustrator famous for his sports art.

• Andrew Sarris

  American educator and critic (d. 2012).

• Judy Agnew

  Second lady of the united states.

• Heinrich IV

  Prince reuss of köstritz (b. 1919).

• Sandro Viola
• Gianni Bombardi
• Alcides Mendoza Castro
• Umberto Righetti
• Carlos Javier Beltrán

What famous deaths happened on June 20th?

Famous deaths on June 20th:

• Ina Balin

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

• 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.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on June 20th

Holidays on June 20, 2012:

• 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, 2012:

• World Refugee Day

June 20, 2012: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 20, 2012 was Call Me Maybe by Carly Rae Jepsen, according to the music chart for the week June 18th and June 24th.

June 20, 2012: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on June 20, 2012 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 18th and June 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

1. Carly Rae Jepsen - Call Me Maybe
2. Gotye - Somebody That I Used To Know
3. Maroon 5 - Payphone
4. Fun. - We Are Young
5. One Direction - What Makes You Beautiful

June 20, 2012: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 20, 2012 was Climax by Usher, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 18th and June 24th.

June 20, 2012: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on June 20, 2012 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 18th and June 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

1. Usher - Climax
2. Ca$h Out - Cashin' Out
3. Kanye West, Big Sean, Pusha T, 2 Chainz - Mercy
4. J. Cole Featuring Missy Elliott - Nobody's Perfect
5. Trey Songz - Heart Attack

June 20, 2012: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on June 20, 2012 was Ai Se Eu Te Pego by Michel Telo, according to the Latin music chart for the week June 18th and June 24th.

June 20, 2012: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on June 20, 2012 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week June 18th and June 24th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

1. Michel Telo - Ai Se Eu Te Pego
2. Wisin & Yandel + Jennifer Lopez - Follow The Leader
3. Juan Magan Featuring Pitbull & El Cata - Bailando Por El Mundo
4. Espinoza Paz - Un Hombre Normal
5. La Arrolladora Banda el Limon de Rene Camacho - Llamada de Mi Ex