Wednesday July 30, 2008: on this day

July 30, 2008 was the 212th day of the year 2008, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is July 30, 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 July 30, 2008, who was born and died on July 30, 2008, what holidays and observances are celebrated on July 30, 2008, which were the most popular songs (ex. I Kissed A Girl by Katy Perry), movies (e.g. The Great Debaters, directed by Denzel Washington), TV series (e.g. Spooks: Code 9) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about July 30th, 2008 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was July 30, 2008?


July 30, 2008 was a Wednesday and it was the 212th day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 30, 2008 can also be written as 7/30/2008 in the US and as 30/7/2008 in UK and Europe.

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July 30, 2008: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 30, 2008:

  • Heritage numismatic auctions sells an 1944-s steel lincoln cent graded ms66 by ngc for us$373,450. this is a record-breaking small cent.
  • The united states food and drug administration has identified the salmonella strain that caused the 2008 outbreak of salmonellosis in the united states. it was found in the irrigation water at a serrano pepper farm in nuevo leon in mexico.
  • Ehud olmert, prime minister of israel, announces that he will resign in two months. this is as his kadima party selects a new leader. in two months, he will also be stepping down as chairman of kadima. the corruption scandal in olmert's life is one reason for his resignation.
  • The appellate committee of the house of lords in the united kingdom rejects an appeal from gary mckinnon, a british computer hacker, for extradition to the united states to be tried on hacking charges against the pentagon and nasa computers.
  • Australia
  • Australian transport safety bureau air safety investigators confirm that an oxygen cylinder caused an explosion aboard qantas flight 30 on the 25th july 2008.
  • The high court of australia ruled that the northern territory's coast is controlled by australian aborigines.
  • Nasa confirms the existence of a liquid lake on titan
  • In response to the subprime crisis in mortgage lending, president george w. bush signs the housing and economic recovery act of 2008.
  • Australia: australian transport safety bureau air safety investigators confirm that an oxygen cylinder caused an explosion aboard qantas flight 30 on the 25th of july 2008. (abc news australia). the high court of australia ruled that australian aborigines own 80% of the northern territory's coast.
  • Radovan karadzic, a bosnian serb leader, is being flown to the hague for a trial at the international criminal tribunal for former yugoslavia.

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July 30, 2008: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on July 30, 2008:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $80.90
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $157.71
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $26.18
  • General Electric GE: opens at $28.73
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $128.12

Exchange Rates on July 30, 2008:

  • 1 USD = 108.07 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.023 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.0482 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.8265 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 168.34 JPY
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July 30, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 30th is Leo.

Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.

Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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July 30, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 30, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on July 30th, 2008 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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July 30, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 30, 2008 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 30, 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 July 30, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 03:20 am and setting at 07:55 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 18, 2008 while the next full moon would come on Aug 16, 2008.

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Who was born on July 30, 2008?


Whose famous birthday is on July 30th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 30th:

  • Arnold Schwarzenegger
    Arnold Schwarzenegger

    Austrian-born actor and politician.

  • Terry Crews
    Terry Crews

    Former NFL player turned actor known for his roles in various movies and TV shows.

  • Hilary Swank
    Hilary Swank

    American actress, who won two oscars as best actress at the age of 29.

  • Christopher Nolan
    Christopher Nolan

    Christopher nolan is an english film director known for his work on the dark knight trilogy, inception, and interstellar.

  • Laurence Fishburne
    Laurence Fishburne

    Laurence fishburne is an american actor known for his roles in the matrix trilogy, apocalypse now, and boyz n the hood.

  • Jean Reno
    Jean Reno

    French actor, seen in "the professional," directed and produced by luc besson.

  • Clotilde Hesme
    Clotilde Hesme

    French actress.

  • Lisa Kudrow
    Lisa Kudrow

    American actress best known for her role in the comedy series "friends" as phoebe, the ditzy phoebe.

  • Yvonne Strahovski
    Yvonne Strahovski

    Yvonne strahovski is an australian tv actress known for her role as sarah walker in the tv series chuck and as serena joy waterford in the...

  • Simon Baker
    Simon Baker

    Simon baker is an australian actor best known for his lead role in the tv series the mentalist.

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July 30, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 15 years 7 months old,

or 187 months and 28 days old,

or 817 weeks and 1 day old,

or 5720 days old,

if you were born on July 30, 2008.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 30, 2008?

There are 124 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday July 30th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 30, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on July 30, 2008.

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July 30, 2008: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on July 30, 2008:

  • Mani Shankar Mukherjee

    Indian author known for his contributions to Bengali literature.

  • Isobel Bennett

    Isobel Bennett was an Australian marine biologist known for her research on marine invertebrates.

  • Cesley Holland

    Cesley Holland was a renowned artist known for her vibrant and expressive paintings.

  • Anne Armstrong

    American businesswoman and diplomat, united states ambassador to the united kingdom (b. 1927).

  • Georges Lapassade
  • Fulvio Palopoli
  • Vittorio Fiorucci

What famous deaths happened on July 30th?

Famous deaths on July 30th:

  • Paul Reubens
    Paul Reubens

    American comedian, better known as pee wee herman.

  • Claudette Colbert
    Claudette Colbert

    French-american actress, on the stage and in more than 50 movies.

  • Magda Schneider
    Magda Schneider

    German actress and singer in musicals and operatic films.

  • Nichelle Nichols
    Nichelle Nichols

    American actress, singer and dancer (b. 1932).

  • Gloria DeHaven
    Gloria DeHaven

    American actress, singer, and dancer (b. 1925).

  • Brenda Marshall
    Brenda Marshall

    Philippines -- actress (sea hawk paris after dark).

  • Pat Carroll
    Pat Carroll

    American actress and comedian (b. 1927).

  • Lynn Fontanne
    Lynn Fontanne

    English actress (b. 1887).

  • Charles McGraw
    Charles McGraw

    Actor (michael falcon, smith family), passes away at 66.

  • Norman Lloyd
    Norman Lloyd

    Jersey city, new jersey -- actor (auschlander-st elsewhere).

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July 30, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on July 30, 2008:

  • Vanuatu - Independence Day
  • St. Julitta (a martyr)
  • St. Sennen
  • Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 3 saints: St. Abdon

Observances on July 30, 2008:

  • International Day of Friendship
  • World Day against Trafficking in Persons
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July 30, 2008: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on July 30, 2008 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 28th and August 3rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


July 30, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 30, 2008 was I Kissed A Girl by Katy Perry, according to the music chart for the week July 28th and August 3rd.

July 30, 2008: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on July 30, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 28th and August 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

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

July 30, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 30, 2008 was Heaven Sent by Keyshia Cole, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 28th and August 3rd.

July 30, 2008: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on July 30, 2008 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 28th and August 3rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Heaven Sent
  2. - A Milli
  3. - Teenage Love Affair
  4. - I Luv Your Girl
  5. - Take A Bow

July 30, 2008: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on July 30, 2008 was Te Quiero by Flex, according to the Latin music chart for the week July 28th and August 3rd.

July 30, 2008: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on July 30, 2008 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week July 28th and August 3rd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Te Quiero
  2. - Si No Te Hubieras Ido
  3. - Para Siempre
  4. - Tu Adios No Mata
  5. - Hasta El Dia De Hoy

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July 30, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on July 30, 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

Tropic Thunder

Tropic Thunder

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Ben Stiller

Starring: Ben Stiller, Jack Black, Robert Downey Jr., Jeff Kahn

Country: United States of America

Eden Lake

Eden Lake

Release year: 2008

Directed by: James Watkins

Starring: Kelly Reilly, Michael Fassbender, Tara Ellis, Jack O'Connell

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

Mirrors

Mirrors

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Alexandre Aja

Starring: Kiefer Sutherland, Paula Patton, Amy Smart, Cameron Boyce

Country: United States of America

July 30, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on July 30, 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:

Spooks: Code 9

Spooks: Code 9

Release year: 2008

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

July 30, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on July 30, 2008 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Sail by James Patterson, Howard Roughan

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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.

Life With My Sister Madonna by Christopher Ciccone with Wendy Leigh

Life With My Sister Madonna

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Christopher Ciccone's autobiography is based upon his 47-years of experience growing up and working alongside his sister Madonna. Christopher was a key part of Madonna's life, serving as her assistant, backup dancer, personal stylist, dresser, decorator, art director, and art …

Are You There by Chelsea Handler

Are You There

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Chelsea Handler turns to vodka when she needs to clear her head. It seems reasonable when you consider that her boyfriend had an affair with someone else.

Just Too Good To Be True by E. Lynn Harris

Just Too Good To Be True

By:

Harris delivers a surprise treat that will captivate and enchant all audiences: a big, bold and irresistible novel about family, football, and secrets.

Say Goodbye by Lisa Gardner

Say Goodbye

By:

Come into my parlor . . . It all starts for FBI Special Agent Kimberly Quincy with a pregnant hooker. Kimberly's story is too terrifying to believe, according to Delilah Rose.

July 30, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on July 30, 2008 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning

Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X

Genre: MMORPG

Publisher: Electronic Arts

Bang Attack

Bang Attack

Platform: Wii (WiiWare)

Genre: Puzzle game

Buzz! Junior: Dino Den

Buzz! Junior: Dino Den

Platform: PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360

Genre: Party

Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment

Babysitting Mania

Babysitting Mania

Platform: Nintendo DS, Microsoft Windows

Genre: Simulation game

Publisher: iWin, Majesco Entertainment

Cate West: The Vanishing Files

Cate West: The Vanishing Files

Platform: PC, Nintendo DS, Wii

Genre: Mystery

Publisher: Real Arcade (Original PC version) Destineer Games (Wii & DS versions) Oxygen Interactive Software (European Wii & DS versions)

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Who was the US President on July 30, 2008?

On July 30, 2008 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 30, 2008?

On July 30, 2008 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on July 30, 2008?

On July 30, 2008 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about July 30th?

July 30th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 30th day of the month of July. 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 July 30th, such as:

  • 2019 - War in north-west pakistan: a bomb explosion near quetta, pakistan kills four people and injures more than 20 others.
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: 2018 southern syria offensive: the syrian army seizes al-shajara. this is isil's "main bastion", according to the daraa governorate. (the new arab). the syrian observatory for human rights reports that isil militants have taken more than 30 druze children and women hostage after last week's attack on druze villages in as-suwayda governorate.
  • 2017 - Boko haram insurgency: boko haram terrorists attack an oil exploration team in magumeri, borno state, nigeria. at least 69 people were killed.

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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 July 2008?

July 2008 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with July being the 7th 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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