Wednesday February 22, 2012: on this day

February 22, 2012 was the 53rd day of the year 2012, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is February 22, 2012 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 22, 2012, who was born and died on February 22, 2012, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 22, 2012, which were the most popular songs (ex. Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You) by Kelly Clarkson), movies (e.g. Moneyball, directed by Bennett Miller), TV series (e.g. Die Chefin) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 22nd, 2012 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 22, 2012?


February 22, 2012 was a Wednesday and it was the 53rd day of the year 2012 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 22, 2012 can also be written as 2/22/2012 in the US and as 22/2/2012 in UK and Europe.

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February 22, 2012: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 22, 2012:

  • Afghanistan quran protests:
  • Many afghans protest violently against the burning of qurans at bagram airbase, north of kabul.
  • 2011-2012 syrian uprising
  • Two western journalists were killed in homs by the terrorists marie colvin, an american journalist working for the "sunday times" and remi ochlik, a french photographer.
  • Activists claim that at least 92 people were killed in syria following increased security forces shelling in the rebel-held baba amr region in the city homs.
  • Kano, a northern nigerian city, has been the scene of explosions.
  • Somalian civil war
  • Operation linda nchi: somali and ethiopian forces capture the militant al-shabaab base in baidoa.
  • The united nations security council votes in favor of increasing the african union peacekeeping force size to 18,000.
  • Christchurch, new zealand's largest city, is commemorating the first anniversary of the earthquake which killed 185 people last january.
  • A train accident in buenos aires in argentina kills at most 50 people and injures many others.
  • Seven marines are killed in a helicopter accident near the border of arizona and california.
  • According to azerbaijan's national security ministry, a terrorist plot against jewish targets was discovered by a group that is not affiliated with iran's revolutionary guard or lebanon's hezbollah.
  • According to the international atomic energy agency, iran denied inspectors access at parchin military site where it suspects that there may be suspicious nuclear activities.
  • Two indonesian prisoners were injured when a riot broke out at kerobokan prison in bali.
  • Charlottesville, virginia, usa - george huguely, a former university of virginia lacrosse player, is found guilty of second degree murder in the death of yeardley love, a former uva women’s lacrosse player. the jury recommends that huguely be sentenced to 26 years in prison, with formal sentencing set for april.
  • After a dispute over how to handle an issue involving an aide, yoaz hendel, top spokesman of prime minister benjamin netanyahu, has resigned.
  • After alleged attacks on credibilityampquot by julia gillard supporters, kevin rudd has resigned as foreign minister of australia.
  • Protests for afghanistan quran: hundreds of afghans protest against the alleged burning at the bagram airbase north kabul of qurans. the protests have led to the lockdown of kabul's united states embassy.
  • Protests force the united states embassy to kabul into lockdown.
  • 2011-2012 syrian uprising. two western journalists were killed in homs. they are marie colvin, an american journalist working for sunday times, and remi ochlik, a french photographer. (reuters) activists claim that at least 92 people were killed in syria following increased security forces shelling in the rebel-held baba amr region in the city.
  • Somalian civil war: operation linda nchi: somalian forces capture the al-shabaab militant bastion of baidoa. (bbc). the united nations security council approves an increase in the african union peacekeeping force size to 18,000.

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February 22, 2012: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on February 22, 2012:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $86.84
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $513.08
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $31.45
  • General Electric GE: opens at $19.43
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $193.03

Exchange Rates on February 22, 2012:

  • 1 USD = 80.26 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.9996 CAD
  • 1 USD = 0.9099 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.296 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 106.39 JPY

February 22, 2012: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

  • Siena - Catania : 0 - 1

Le Championnat - Football (France)

  • Caen - Auxerre : 2 - 1
  • Sochaux - Lille : 0 - 1
  • St Etienne - Lorient : 4 - 2

Championship - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Hull - Brighton : 0 - 0

Conference - Football (United Kingdom)

  • York - Gateshead : 1 - 2
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February 22, 2012: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 22nd 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 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 22, 2012: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 22, 2012 is Dragon and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on February 22nd, 2012 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 22, 2012: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 22, 2012 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 22, 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 February 22, 2012 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 4% full, rising at 06:37 am and setting at 07:44 pm.

The previous full moon was on Feb 07, 2012 while the next full moon would come on Mar 08, 2012.

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Who was born on February 22, 2012?


Whose famous birthday is on February 22nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 22nd:

  • Drew Barrymore
    Drew Barrymore

    American actress, noted family.

  • Steve Irwin
    Steve Irwin

    He is an australian environmentalist and television personality.

  • Kyle MacLachlan
    Kyle MacLachlan

    American actor best known for his portrayal of a small-town innocent in 1986's "blue velvet.

  • Thomas Jane
    Thomas Jane

    American producer and director of actor.

  • Giulietta Masina
    Giulietta Masina

    Italian actress, who performed with such passion and depth that she could imbue everyday life with a touch of the absurd.

  • Julie Walters
    Julie Walters

    British actress who received critical acclaim for her performance as "educating rita", winning a tony award for stage performance.

  • Bruce Forsyth
    Bruce Forsyth

    London, england -- comedian/tv host (generation game).

  • Jonathan Demme
    Jonathan Demme

    American screenwriter and producer of director films.

  • Sheila Hancock
    Sheila Hancock

    English actress and author.

  • Ellen Greene
    Ellen Greene

    American actress and singer.

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February 22, 2012: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 12 years 1 month old,

or 145 months and 7 days old,

or 631 weeks and 2 days old,

or 4419 days old,

if you were born on February 22, 2012.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 22, 2012?

There are 330 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday February 22nd 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 22, 2012?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on February 22, 2012.

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February 22, 2012: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 22, 2012:

  • Marie Colvin

    American war reporter who worked from 1985 to her death for the sunday times in britain.

  • Frank Carson

    Northern irish comedian and actor (d. 2012).

  • Rémi Ochlik

    French photographer and photojournalist.

  • Sukhbir

    Indian author and poet (b. 1925).

  • Dick Anthony Williams
  • Enzo Sellerio
  • Giovanni Consiglio
  • Ljudmila Kasatkina
  • Mike Melvoin

What famous deaths happened on February 22nd?

Famous deaths on February 22nd:

  • Simone Simon
    Simone Simon

    Famed french actress, best known for marc allegret’s "lac aux dames.

  • Ed Flanders
    Ed Flanders

    Actor (dr westphall st elsewhere), commits suicide when he is 60.

  • Morgan Woodward
    Morgan Woodward

    American actor (b. 1925).

  • Edith Barrett
    Edith Barrett

    Actress (molly & me ghost ship), dies aged 64.

  • Efrem Zimbalist
    Efrem Zimbalist

    Russian-american violinist composer, conductor.

  • Joan Woodbury
    Joan Woodbury

    Actress (super sleuth, northwest trail).

  • Andy Warhol

    A leading figure in the Pop Art movement, known for his iconic silkscreen paintings of celebrities and consumer products.

  • Majour Warhol

    An American artist, Warhol was a leading figure in the Pop Art movement, known for his iconic paintings of celebrities and consumer...

  • Javel Warhol

    American artist and a leading figure in the Pop Art movement.

  • Charles Lyell

    Known as the father of modern geology, he popularized the concept of uniformitarianism.

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February 22, 2012: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 22, 2012:

  • Blessed Saint Isabel of France (+1270)
  • United States - Washington's Birthday (traditionally).
  • Ash Wednesday in 2023.
  • The Scouting movement celebrates this day as "B.-P. day" or "Founder's Day" as it is the shared birthday of the Scouts' founder Sir Robert Baden-Powell and his wife, Lady Olave Baden-Powell, the World Chief Guide.
  • The World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts celebrates this day as "Thinking Day" as it is the shared birthday of the Scouts' founder Sir Robert Baden-Powell, and his wife, Lady Olave Baden-Powell, the World Chief Guide.
  • Roman Catholic Church - Feast of the Chair of Saint Peter.

Saints celebrated on February 22, 2012:

  • Saint Lucia - independence (1979).
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February 22, 2012: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 22, 2012 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 20th and February 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 22, 2012: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 22, 2012 was Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You) by Kelly Clarkson, according to the music chart for the week February 20th and February 26th.

February 22, 2012: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 22, 2012 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 20th and February 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You) youtube
  2. - Set Fire To The Rain
  3. - We Are Young
  4. - Sexy And I Know It
  5. - Good Feeling

February 22, 2012: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 22, 2012 was The Motto by Drake Featuring Lil Wayne, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 20th and February 26th.

February 22, 2012: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 22, 2012 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 20th and February 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - The Motto
  2. - Make Me Proud
  3. - Lotus Flower Bomb
  4. - Love On Top
  5. - I Do

February 22, 2012: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on February 22, 2012 was Lovumba (Prestige) by Daddy Yankee, according to the Latin music chart for the week February 20th and February 26th.

February 22, 2012: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on February 22, 2012 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week February 20th and February 26th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Lovumba (Prestige)
  2. - Intentalo
  3. - Llamada de Mi Ex
  4. - El Verdadero Amor Perdona
  5. - Dutty Love

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February 22, 2012: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 22, 2012 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Moneyball

Moneyball

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Bennett Miller

Starring: Brad Pitt, Robin Wright, Jonah Hill, Philip Seymour Hoffman

Country: United States of America

Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol

Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Brad Bird

Starring: Tom Cruise, Jeremy Renner, Simon Pegg, Paula Patton

Country: United States of America

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

Release year: 2012

Directed by: John Madden

Starring: Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, Maggie Smith, Tom Wilkinson

Country: United States of America

Killer Joe

Killer Joe

Release year: 2012

Directed by: William Friedkin

Starring: Matthew McConaughey, Emile Hirsch, Juno Temple, Thomas Haden Church

Country: United States of America

J. Edgar

J. Edgar

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Clint Eastwood

Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Armie Hammer, Naomi Watts, Josh Hamilton

Country: United States of America

February 22, 2012: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 22, 2012 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Die Chefin

Die Chefin

Release year: 2012

The Girl's Guide to Depravity

The Girl's Guide to Depravity

Release year: 2012

Les hommes de l'ombre

Les hommes de l'ombre

Release year: 2012

Touch

Touch

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Minh Nguyen

Transformers: Rescue Bots

Transformers: Rescue Bots

Release year: 2012

Country: United States of America

February 22, 2012: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 22, 2012 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Once Upon A Secret by Mimi Alford

Once Upon A Secret

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Mimi Beardsley, a nineteen-year old, arrived in Washington, D.C., in 1962 to start an internship at the White House Press Office.

Taken by Robert Crais

Taken

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The investigation becomes a nightmare when Joe Pike and Elvis Cole are hired to search for her missing girl. Cole disappears, leaving it to Pike to blaze through the mystery.

Raylan by Elmore Leonard

Raylan

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"Elmore Leonard can write circles about almost anyone active in the crime novels today ."--New York Times Book ReviewWith over forty novels under his belt and still going strong, this legendary author is a true legend.

Quiet by Susan Cain

Quiet

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The Quiet Revolution started with the book. At least one third of people we know are introverts. These are those who listen more than they speak; who invent and create, but hate speaking.

Left For Dead by J. A. Jance

Left For Dead

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Ali Reynolds is called in to investigate the murder of a friend and witness to the violence at the border with Mexico by drug wars with Mexican cartels.

February 22, 2012: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 22, 2012 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Diamond Trust of London

Diamond Trust of London

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Turn-based strategy

Publisher: indiePub

Blast-A-Way

Blast-A-Way

Platform: iOS

Genre: Puzzle game

Endless Space

Endless Space

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X

Genre: Turn-based strategy, 4X

Publisher: Amplitude Studios

Edna & Harvey: Harvey's New Eyes

Edna & Harvey: Harvey's New Eyes

Platform: Windows OS X

Genre: Graphic adventure

Command & Conquer: Tiberium Alliances

Command & Conquer: Tiberium Alliances

Platform: Web browser (supported Internet Explorer 9, Firefox 4.1+, Google Chrome)

Genre: Massively multiplayer online real-time strategy

Publisher: Electronic Arts

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Who was the US President on February 22, 2012?

On February 22, 2012 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 22, 2012?

On February 22, 2012 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 22, 2012?

On February 22, 2012 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about February 22nd?

February 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd 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 22nd, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 venezuelan presidential crisis: venezuelan national guard troops open fire on indigenous pemon protestors who tried to block a military convoy headed to brazil-venezuela border. at least two people were killed and 14 more were injured.
  • 2018 - Police in montenegro have identified the attacker of a grenade attack against the u.s. embassy in podgorica yesterday. he was an ex-military veteran of the armed forces of yugoslavia, according to authorities.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war, raqqa offensive: u.s.-backed sdf troops on two fronts meet northeast of raqqa to encircle a small group of villages held by isis.

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What happened in 2012?

2012 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Arab Spring
  • The Arab Inter-parliamentary Union is an advisory body to Arab League and calls for the removal its monitors in Syria. They claim that they inadvertently help the government cover-up ongoing violence.
  • Syrian opposition groups claim that more than 5,800 people were killed in violence during 2011.

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What was the calendar for February 2012?

February 2012 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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