Saturday December 31, 2011: on this day

December 31, 2011 was the 365th day of the year 2011, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is December 31, 2011 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on December 31, 2011, who was born and died on December 31, 2011, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 31, 2011, which were the most popular songs (ex. We Found Love by Rihanna), movies (e.g. Drive, directed by Nicolas Winding Refn), TV series (e.g. The Layover) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 31st, 2011 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was December 31, 2011?


December 31, 2011 was a Saturday and it was the 365th day of the year 2011 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 31, 2011 can also be written as 12/31/2011 in the US and as 31/12/2011 in UK and Europe.

December 31, 2011 in December 2011 calendar

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December 31, 2011: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on December 31, 2011:

  • 2011 syrian uprising. an arab league observer witnessed snipers in deraa, syria and called for their immediate expulsion.
  • Two members of kurdistan workers party, an outlawed group, are killed in a clash with turkish police in diyarbakir.
  • Ethiopian forces seize the central somali city of beledweyne, captured by al-shabaab islamist militants.
  • Omar hassan al-bashir, president of sudan, urges darfur-based justice and equality movement members to seek peace after the recent death rebel leader ibrahim khalil.
  • Nigerian unrest
  • Goodluck jonathan, president of nigeria, declares an emergency in the states yobe, niger, niger, and plateau because of violence by the islamist sect boko haram.
  • At least 50 people are killed in clashes in ebonyi state, eastern nigeria.
  • Nigeria closes its borders to cameroon and chad.
  • Six thousand people of the lou nuer tribe of south sudan attacked the town of pibor in retaliation for cattle rustling.
  • Chilean authorities close torres del paine national park due to ongoing forest fires in patagonia.
  • Illegally large firecrackers and celebratory gunfire in manila have caused more than 200 injuries.
  • With 21 deaths in cuddalore, the death toll from cyclone thane has risen to 33.
  • Bird flu kills a chinese bus driver in shenzhen, guangdong province.
  • The united states has announced that it will sell $30 billion worth of mcdonnell douglas f-15 eagle fighter planes to saudi arabia.
  • Ohio is struck by a 4.0 magnitude earthquake. there are no immediate reports of any damage.
  • Hollywood saw 35 fires that burned in 5 hours and caused damage of at least $350,000.
  • Barack obama, president of the united states, signs the national defense authorization act into law. this law allows for the indefinite detention of any citizen of the united states suspected of terrorism.
  • Kim jong un is named the supreme commander of north korea’s armed forces after the death of his father kim jong il.
  • Nasa successfully launches the first of two gravity rescue and interior laboratory satellites into orbit around the moon.
  • After 34 years of formula one, patrick head, co-founder of williamsf1, resigns from his position as director.
  • Nigerian unrest: president goodluck jonathan declares an emergency in nigeria's states of yobe, niger, niger, and plateau because of violence from the islamist sect boko haram. (afp via abc news australia). at least 50 people have been killed in clashes in ebonyi state, eastern nigeria. (reuters via yahoo! news: nigeria closes its borders with chad, cameroon and niger.
  • Barack obama, president of the united states, signs legislation imposing new sanctions on iran.

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December 31, 2011: What were the main match results that day?

Championship - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Barnsley - Leeds : 4 - 1
  • Birmingham - Blackpool : 3 - 0
  • Burnley - Hull : 1 - 0
  • Coventry - Brighton : 2 - 0
  • Derby - West Ham : 2 - 1

Division 3 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Stranraer - Annan Athletic : 4 - 2

League 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Brentford - Milton Keynes Dons : 3 - 3
  • Colchester - Exeter : 2 - 0
  • Leyton Orient - Charlton : 1 - 0
  • Oldham - Notts County : 3 - 2
  • Preston - Sheffield Weds : 0 - 2

League 2 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • AFC Wimbledon - Southend : 1 - 4
  • Aldershot - Plymouth : 0 - 0
  • Bradford - Shrewsbury : 3 - 1
  • Bristol Rvs - Crewe : 2 - 5
  • Macclesfield - Port Vale : 2 - 1
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December 31, 2011: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 31st is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 31, 2011: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 31, 2011 is Rabbit and the associated element is Metal.

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Birth chart on this day

Discover the planets positions on December 31st, 2011 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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December 31, 2011: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

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The moon phase on December 31, 2011 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 31, 2011 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 December 31, 2011 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 49% full, rising at 11:00 am and setting at 12:11 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 10, 2011 while the next full moon would come on Jan 09, 2012.

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Who was born on December 31, 2011?


Whose famous birthday is on December 31st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 31st:

  • Anthony Hopkins
    Anthony Hopkins

    Welch is an actor from england who is an exceptional international player in tv and films.

  • Tim Matheson
    Tim Matheson

    American actor, tv and film star.

  • Val Kilmer
    Val Kilmer

    American actor, writer and musician.

  • John Denver
    John Denver

    American folk singer, recording artist and club performer.

  • Ben Kingsley
    Ben Kingsley

    An english actor.

  • Sarah Miles
    Sarah Miles

    British actress, first recognized in u.s.

  • Joey McIntyre
    Joey McIntyre

    American musician, most famous for being the cupid-faced child of "new kids on the block".

  • Bebe Neuwirth
    Bebe Neuwirth

    American singer, actress, and dancer.

  • Joe Dallesandro
    Joe Dallesandro

    American actor, model, and 'warhol star.

  • Barbara Carrera
    Barbara Carrera

    Nicaraguan model and actress.

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December 31, 2011: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 12 years 2 months old,

or 146 months and 29 days old,

or 638 weeks and 6 days old,

or 4472 days old,

if you were born on December 31, 2011.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 31, 2011?

There are 278 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday December 31st 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 31, 2011?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on December 31, 2011.

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December 31, 2011: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on December 31, 2011:

  • Achilles Gikas

    Greek painter known for his abstract art.

  • Penny Jordan

    Penny Jordan was a prolific romance novelist known for her captivating stories.

  • Luigi Verzé

What famous deaths happened on December 31st?

Famous deaths on December 31st:

  • Betty White
    Betty White

    American actress.

  • James Avery
    James Avery

    James avery was an american actor best known for his role as uncle phil on the tv show the fresh prince of bel-air.

  • Wayne Rogers
    Wayne Rogers

    Wayne rogers was an american actor best known for his role as trapper john mcintyre in the tv series m*a*s*h.

  • Woody Strode
    Woody Strode

    Former professional football player turned actor, appeared in films like 'Spartacus' and 'Once Upon a Time in the West'.

  • Billie Dove
    Billie Dove

    American actress (born in 1903).

  • Wesley Addy
    Wesley Addy

    Omaha, nebraska -- actor (bostonians, loving).

  • Edward Herrmann
    Edward Herrmann

    American actor (d. 2014).

  • Kader Khan
    Kader Khan

    Indian actor (b. 1937).

  • William Christopher
    William Christopher

    American actor and singer (d. 2016).

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December 31, 2011: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on December 31, 2011:

  • New Year's Eve on the Gregorian Calendar.
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December 31, 2011: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on December 31, 2011 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 26th and January 1st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


December 31, 2011: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 31, 2011 was We Found Love by Rihanna, according to the music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.

December 31, 2011: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on December 31, 2011 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 26th and January 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - We Found Love
  2. - Sexy And I Know It
  3. - It Will Rain
  4. - Good Feeling
  5. - The One That Got Away

December 31, 2011: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 31, 2011 was Lotus Flower Bomb by Wale Featuring Miguel, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.

December 31, 2011: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on December 31, 2011 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 26th and January 1st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Lotus Flower Bomb
  2. - Ni**as in Paris
  3. - Party
  4. - Dance (A$$)
  5. - Make Me Proud

December 31, 2011: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on December 31, 2011 was Promise by Romeo Santos Featuring Usher, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.

December 31, 2011: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on December 31, 2011 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 26th and January 1st. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Promise
  2. - El Verdadero Amor Perdona
  3. - Ayer
  4. - Nada Iguales
  5. - Te Quiero A Morir

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December 31, 2011: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on December 31, 2011 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Drive

Drive

Release year: 2011

Directed by: Nicolas Winding Refn

Starring: Ryan Gosling, Carey Mulligan, Bryan Cranston, Albert Brooks

Country: United States of America

Kick-Ass

Kick-Ass

Release year: 2011

Directed by: Matthew Vaughn

Starring: Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Nicolas Cage, Chloë Grace Moretz, Garrett M. Brown

Country: United States of America

Let Me In

Let Me In

Release year: 2011

Directed by: Matt Reeves

Starring: Kodi Smit-McPhee, Chloë Grace Moretz, Richard Jenkins, Cara Buono

Country: United States of America

Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy

Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy

Release year: 2011

Directed by: Tomas Alfredson

Starring: Gary Oldman, Colin Firth, Tom Hardy, Mark Strong

Country: United States of America

Rabbit Hole

Rabbit Hole

Release year: 2011

Directed by: John Cameron Mitchell

Starring: Nicole Kidman, Aaron Eckhart, Dianne Wiest, Miles Teller

Country: United States of America

December 31, 2011: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on December 31, 2011 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

The Layover

The Layover

Release year: 2011

Directed by: William H. Macy

Hell on Wheels

Hell on Wheels

Release year: 2011

Directed by: Will Zens

Man Up

Man Up

Release year: 2011

Directed by: Ben Palmer

Dragon Age: Redemption

Dragon Age: Redemption

Release year: 2011

Directed by: Peter Winther

Hell's Kitty

Hell's Kitty

Release year: 2011

Directed by: Nicholas Tana

December 31, 2011: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on December 31, 2011 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Jack Kennedy by Chris Matthews

Jack Kennedy

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Jack Kennedy asked, "What was his like?" Jack Kennedy stated that the main reason people read biography was to answer this basic question. This man, whose wife called him "that," asked what he was like.

Zero Day by David Baldacci

Zero Day

By:

David Baldacci, the modern master of thrillers and #1 worldwide bestselling author, has a new hero: an Army Special Agent who takes on the most serious crimes in the country.

Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson

Steve Jobs

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Walter Isaacson's "enthralling", (The New Yorker), worldwide bestseller biography about Apple co-founder Steve Jobs was the inspiration for the film Steve Jobs, starring Michael Fassbender and Kate Winslet, Seth Rogen and Jeff Daniels.

Heaven Is For Real by Todd Burpo with Lynn Vincent

Heaven Is For Real

By:

You can see evidence that Heaven is greater than Earth! Is there a spiritual realm in which the soul can reside after death? Is there a Heaven?

Red Mist by Patricia Cornwell

Red Mist

By:

Patricia Cornwell, the #1 crime writer in the world, continues to amaze readers with her high-tension suspense. This remarkable novel features Dr.

December 31, 2011: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on December 31, 2011 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

CardMon Hero

CardMon Hero

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Card battle, MMORPG

Publisher: HanbitSoft

The Cursed Crusade

The Cursed Crusade

Platform: Microsoft Windows PlayStation 3 Xbox 360

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: EU dtp entertainment AG; NA Atlus; JP Ubisoft

Dance Dance Revolution X3

Dance Dance Revolution X3

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Music, exercise

Publisher: Konami

Disney Princess: Enchanting Storybooks

Disney Princess: Enchanting Storybooks

Platform: Nintendo DS, Wii

Genre: Art tool/Non-game

Publisher: THQ

Lego Battles: Ninjago

Lego Battles: Ninjago

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Real-time strategy

Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment

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Who was the US President on December 31, 2011?

On December 31, 2011 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 31, 2011?

On December 31, 2011 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on December 31, 2011?

On December 31, 2011 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about December 31st?

December 31st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 31st day of the month of December. 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 December 31st, such as:

  • 2018 - Two people are killed and 34 injured in a bomb blast at a busy shopping center in cotabato in the philippines.
  • 2017 - A large number fireworks accidentally went off in a barge during a terrigal new year's day celebration, nsw, australia. this caused thousands of people to be evacuated from terrigal by police. the two barges were also damaged.
  • 2016 - Iraqi civil war (2014-17): december 2016 baghdad bombings: two bomb blasts in baghdad killed at least 27 and injured more than 50 people in the attack on a central baghdad market. (ap),

Find out more about December 31st

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What happened in 2011?

2011 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Heritage Numismatic Auctions, Tampa, Florida conducts coin auctions at FUN Convention (January 9-9).
  • Heritage Auction Galleries holds its Heritage Auctions Signature currency auction at the Florida United Numismatists convention, Tampa, Florida. A Series 1861 US10 demand paper, handwritten "for" the only known one, VG-8, goes for $109,250.
  • US Mint Director Edmund Moy resigns.

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What was the calendar for December 2011?

December 2011 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th 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 December 2011 calendar looked like.

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