Monday June 23, 2008: on this day

June 23, 2008 was the 175th day of the year 2008, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Monday.

Is June 23, 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 23, 2008, who was born and died on June 23, 2008, what holidays and observances are celebrated on June 23, 2008, which were the most popular songs (ex. Viva La Vida by Coldplay), 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 23rd, 2008 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was June 23, 2008?


June 23, 2008 was a Monday and it was the 175th day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 23, 2008 can also be written as 6/23/2008 in the US and as 23/6/2008 in UK and Europe.

June 23, 2008 in June 2008 calendar

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June 23, 2008: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on June 23, 2008:

  • Malaysia releases buhary sayed abu tahir as a business associate to pakistani nuclear scientist a. q. khan.
  • The supreme court of the united states rejects an appeal of eminent domain eviction notices in relation to the atlantic yards development in brooklyn.
  • New sanctions are agreed to by the european union against iran, including a ban on bank melli's assets, iran's biggest bank, for refusing to reduce its nuclear program.
  • Zimbabwean electoral crisis:
  • Condoleezza rice, secretary of state of the united states, questions the legitimacy and appeals to relevant bodies like the african union or the united nations security council.
  • The united nations security council condemned the government of zimbabwe's "campaign of violence"
  • London is the starting point for the 2008 wimbledon championships.
  • Typhoon fengshen, 2008 pacific typhoon season: philippines
  • 2008 pacific typhoon season: typhoon fengshen, philippines: typhoon fengshen has left 28 survivors aboard the mv princess of the stars. however, more than 800 people remain missing from the ship that sank during typhoon fengshen.
  • A safety group representing australian airlines claims that yogyakarta international airport operated illegally without a valid license when garuda indonesia flight 200 crashed. this claimed to have killed 21. they also accuse three other airports of similar violations, and two more of keeping it secret from the public.
  • Santiago, chile is the location of the 2008 international whaling commission meeting.
  • Nawaz sharif (ex-prime minister of pakistan, leader of the pakistan muslim league) (n), was ineligible to stand for election in the upcoming by-elections.
  • The milosevic-founded socialist party in serbia is to join the coalition headed by the pro-western democratic party, which was elected to power in 2007.
  • China fires 12 officials for misconduct in sichuan earthquake relief efforts
  • The court of appeals of the d.c. circuit rules that hozaifa parahat, a chinese uyghur militant currently held at guantanamo bay detention camp, can't be considered an enemy combatant because he has never taken up arms against the united states.
  • Zimbabwean electoral crisis:: opposition leader morgan tsvangirai seeks refuge in dutch embassy. (bbc news). condoleezza rice, secretary of state of the united states, questions the legitimacy and urges the united nations security council and african union to examine the matter. (reuters) the united nations security council condemned the government of zimbabwe's "campaign of violence".
  • Opposition leader morgan tsvangirai seeks refuge in dutch embassy.

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June 23, 2008: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on June 23, 2008:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $85.10
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $174.78
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $28.28
  • General Electric GE: opens at $27.59
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $123.00

Exchange Rates on June 23, 2008:

  • 1 USD = 107.85 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0155 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.0454 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.8742 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 167.32 JPY
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June 23, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 23rd 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 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 23, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 23, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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June 23, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on June 23, 2008 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 23, 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 23, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 69% full, rising at 11:14 pm and setting at 11:07 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 23, 2008?


Famous people born on June 23, 2008:

  • Lilliana Ketchman

    American dancer and youtuber.

Whose famous birthday is on June 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 23rd:

  • Hamza Abbasi
    Hamza Abbasi

    Hamza abbasi is a pakistani tv actor known for his roles in popular tv dramas and for his outspoken views on social and political issues.

  • Frances McDormand
    Frances McDormand

    Frances mcdormand is an american actress known for her powerful performances in films such as fargo, three billboards outside ebbing,...

  • June Carter Cash
    June Carter Cash

    American singer and musician (born 1929).

  • Melissa Rauch
    Melissa Rauch

    Melissa rauch is a tv actress best known for her role as bernadette rostenkowski-wolowitz on the popular sitcom the big bang theory.

  • Joel Edgerton
    Joel Edgerton

    Joel edgerton is an australian actor known for his roles in films such as warrior, the great gatsby, and loving.

  • Joss Whedon
    Joss Whedon

    American director, producer, and screenwriter.

  • Bob Fosse
    Bob Fosse

    American choreographer, dancer and director of film with a 40-year career.

  • Bryan Brown
    Bryan Brown

    Actor from ausra who made his international debut in the 1980 movie "breaker morant".

  • Louis Seigner
    Louis Seigner

    Mathilde and emmanuelle are the grandfathers of a french stage comedian and actor, mathilde and emmanuelle.

  • Irene Worth
    Irene Worth

    American actress (d. 2002).

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June 23, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 15 years 9 months old,

or 189 months and 27 days old,

or 825 weeks and 4 days old,

or 5779 days old,

if you were born on June 23, 2008.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 23, 2008?

There are 65 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday June 23rd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 23, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on June 23, 2008.

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June 23, 2008: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on June 23, 2008:

  • Khiem Minh

    Former Prime Minister of Vietnam.

  • Claudio Capone

    Italian-scottish actor (b. 1952).

  • Arthur Chung

    Guyanese surveyor and politician, 1st president of guyana (b. 1918).

  • Marian Glinka

    Polish actor and bodybuilder (b. 1943).

  • Judith Holzmeister

    Austrian actress (born 1920).

  • David Nicholls
  • Fabrizia Ramondino
  • Jean-Marie Coldefy

What famous deaths happened on June 23rd?

Famous deaths on June 23rd:

  • Peter Falk
    Peter Falk

    Peter falk was an american actor best known for his role as the detective columbo in the television series of the same name.

  • Zarah Leander
    Zarah Leander

    Swedish actress and singer leander.

  • Maureen O'Sullivan
    Maureen O'Sullivan

    Maureen O'Sullivan was an Irish-American actress best known for playing Jane in the 'Tarzan' film series.

  • Dick Van Patten
    Dick Van Patten

    American tv, stage and tv actor best known for his tv series "eight is enough" 1977-1981.

  • Buster Merryfield
    Buster Merryfield

    British actor (born 1920).

  • Mary Boland
    Mary Boland

    Actress (boy trouble new moon) dies at 83.

  • Fay Holden
    Fay Holden

    Actress (mother – andy hardy films), who dies at the age of 77.

  • Jonas Salk

    American scientist, immunologist and biologist.

  • Johathon Salk

    Developed the first successful polio vaccine.

  • Richard Matheson

    Renowned author known for his contributions to horror and science fiction genres.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on June 23rd

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June 23, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on June 23, 2008:

  • J??i (L?go) - Latvia
  • The Happiest day of the year is June 23 according to a recent study completed by the Cardiff University in Cardiff, Wales (a part of the Russell Group of British universities). [4]
  • National holiday - Luxembourg
  • Midsummer's Eve, Christianized the eve of the feast of Saint John the Baptist, is celebrated in much of Northern Europe and the British Islands
  • Victory Day - Estonia
  • Father's Day - Poland

Observances on June 23, 2008:

  • International Widows' Day
  • United Nations Public Service Day

Saints celebrated on June 23, 2008:

  • Saint Jonas Day - Lithuania
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June 23, 2008: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on June 23, 2008 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 23rd and June 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


June 23, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 23, 2008 was Viva La Vida by Coldplay, according to the music chart for the week June 23rd and June 29th.

June 23, 2008: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on June 23, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 23rd and June 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

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

June 23, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 23, 2008 was Heaven Sent by Keyshia Cole, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 23rd and June 29th.

June 23, 2008: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on June 23, 2008 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 23rd and June 29th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

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

June 23, 2008: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on June 23, 2008 was Te Quiero by Flex, according to the Latin music chart for the week June 23rd and June 29th.

June 23, 2008: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on June 23, 2008 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week June 23rd and June 29th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

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

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June 23, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on June 23, 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

The Mist

The Mist

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Frank Darabont

Starring: Thomas Jane, Marcia Gay Harden, Laurie Holden, Andre Braugher

Country: United States of America

The Incredible Hulk

The Incredible Hulk

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Louis Leterrier

Starring: Edward Norton, Liv Tyler, Tim Roth, William Hurt

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

Outlander

Outlander

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Howard McCain

Starring: Jim Caviezel, Sophia Myles, Ron Perlman, Jack Huston

Country: United States of America

June 23, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on June 23, 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 23, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on June 23, 2008 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Sail by James Patterson, Howard Roughan

Sail

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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.

The Host by Stephenie Meyer

The Host

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The #1 bestseller is now a major motion movie: "Starting and addictive." . . . A story about love, loyalty, and family. -USA TodayMelanie Stryder refuses to fade away.

Blood Noir by Laurell K. Hamilton

Blood Noir

By:

Blood Noir

Chasing Harry Winston by Lauren Weisberger

Chasing Harry Winston

By:

Meet Emmy, Leigh and Adriana. Each of them have been best friends since college and have shared many career foibles and romance missteps in the past decade.

The Broken Window by Jeffery Deaver

The Broken Window

By:

The master of suspense Jeffery Deaver has released a new thriller featuring quadriplegic detective Lincoln Rhyme. Rhyme and Amelia Sachs are reunited after Rhyme's cousin is charged with murder.

June 23, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on June 23, 2008 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Civilization Revolution

Civilization Revolution

Platform: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Nintendo DS, iOS, Windows Phone

Genre: Turn-based strategy

Publisher: 2K Games

Captain Rainbow

Captain Rainbow

Platform: Wii

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Nintendo

Championship Pony

Championship Pony

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Simulation game

Publisher: Destination Software

Bella Sara

Bella Sara

Platform: Nintendo DS Microsoft Windows

Genre: Life simulation game Puzzle game

Publisher: Codemasters

Boom Blox

Boom Blox

Platform: Wii, Mobile

Genre: Puzzle, Party game

Publisher: Electronic Arts

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Who was the US President on June 23, 2008?

On June 23, 2008 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 23, 2008?

On June 23, 2008 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on June 23, 2008?

On June 23, 2008 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about June 23rd?

June 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd 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 23rd, such as:

  • 2019 - Yemeni civil war (2015)-present: houthis launch an attack that kills one syrian and injures 21 others. this attack is at abha international airport. it was previously attacked with a ballistic weapon two weeks ago. (reuters) there are reports that another attack has occurred at jizan airport. however, there have been no confirmation. (business insider). houthis warn of more attacks if saudi arabia continues to escalate its aggression in yemen.
  • 2018 - Eastern daraa offensive (june 2018, syria): the syrian government launched a ground offensive in eastern daraa, the southern province.
  • 2017 - War in north-west pakistan: multiple bombings in june 2017 at a parachinar market kill at least 37 and injure more than 150 others. (radio free europe/radio liberty). (al jazeera). a suicide car bombing occurs at a quetta police checkpoint, killing at least 13.

Find out more about June 23rd

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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.

Discover how June 2008 calendar looked like.

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