Thursday January 17, 2008: on this day

January 17, 2008 was the 17th day of the year 2008, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is January 17, 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 January 17, 2008, who was born and died on January 17, 2008, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 17, 2008, which were the most popular songs (ex. Low by Flo Rida), movies (e.g. The Great Debaters, directed by Denzel Washington), TV series (e.g. The Battery'S Down) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 17th, 2008 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 17, 2008?


January 17, 2008 was a Thursday and it was the 17th day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 17, 2008 can also be written as 1/17/2008 in the US and as 17/1/2008 in UK and Europe.

January 17, 2008 in January 2008 calendar

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January 17, 2008: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 17, 2008:

  • British airways flight 38 crashes just short of london heathrow airport, england. there are no fatalities. this is the first time a boeing 777 has suffered a complete hull collapse.
  • Nyse euronext, a holding company for new york stock exchange, has agreed to purchase the american stock exchange for $260 million in stock.
  • Vasily khitryuk, a russian security agent, is convicted for spying on behalf of lithuania.
  • London heathrow crash landing: a british airways boeing 747 flying from beijing, china, to london, england, landed on the grass just short of the south runway. it continued onto the runway, and stopped on the white stripes. 13 people were injured, but no fatalities. 200 flights were cancelled due to the chaos.
  • War in pakistan (2004-present). another pakistani security post near afghanistan's border is being evacuated by government troops because of threats from pro-taliban fighters.
  • Kenyan police fired into the air on second day of protests against disputed elections to disperse supporters of the opposition in several cities.
  • Russian government closes british council offices at ekaterinburg and st petersburg.

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January 17, 2008: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on January 17, 2008:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $87.01
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $161.51
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $33.54
  • General Electric GE: opens at $34.74
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $102.67

Exchange Rates on January 17, 2008:

  • 1 USD = 106.55 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0287 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.1009 CHF
  • 1 USD = 7.2486 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 156.06 JPY
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January 17, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 17th 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 January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 17, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 17, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on January 17th, 2008 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 17, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on January 17, 2008 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 17, 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 January 17, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 77% full, rising at 11:55 am and setting at 03:35 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 24, 2007 while the next full moon would come on Jan 22, 2008.

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Who was born on January 17, 2008?


Whose famous birthday is on January 17th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 17th:

  • Michelle Obama
    Michelle Obama

    Barack obama, a noted american lawyer and spouse to the democratic party nominee for president 2008, is a well-known american lawyer.

  • James Earl Jones
    James Earl Jones

    James earl jones is an american actor known for his deep voice and iconic roles in movies such as darth vader in star wars and mufasa in the...

  • Jim Carrey
    Jim Carrey

    Versatile comedic actor known for his roles in movies like 'Ace Ventura' and 'The Truman Show.

  • Eartha Kitt
    Eartha Kitt

    Eartha kitt was a renowned pop singer and actress known for her sultry voice and captivating performances, gaining fame for her hit songs...

  • Françoise Hardy
    Françoise Hardy

    French actress and chanson singer, most prominently in german films.

  • Shabba Ranks
    Shabba Ranks

    Shabba ranks is a jamaican singer known for popularizing dancehall music in the late 1980s and early 1990s.

  • Zooey Deschanel
    Zooey Deschanel

    American singer-songwriter, producer, and actress.

  • Betty White
    Betty White

    American actress.

  • Sylvie Testud
    Sylvie Testud

    French actress, writer, director, and amateur painter.

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January 17, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 16 years 2 months old,

or 194 months and 11 days old,

or 845 weeks

or 5915 days old,

if you were born on January 17, 2008.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 17, 2008?

There are 295 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday January 17th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 17, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on January 17, 2008.

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January 17, 2008: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 17, 2008:

  • Bobby Fischer

    American chess grandmaster, born in the usa as a child prodigy.

  • Ernie Holmes

    American football player, wrestler, and actor (b. 1948).

  • Allan Melvin

    American screenwriter and actor (d. 2008).

  • Edward D. Hoch
  • George Keymas
  • Carlo Delaini
  • Carole Lynne
  • Vincenzo Maria Farano
  • Robert James « Bobby » Fischer
  • Frédéric de Towarnicki
  • John McHale
  • Carlos (Yvan-Chrysostome Dolto

What famous deaths happened on January 17th?

Famous deaths on January 17th:

  • Virginia Mayo
    Virginia Mayo

    An American film actress who was a major box office draw in the 1940s and 1950s.

  • Richard Crenna
    Richard Crenna

    American actor.

  • Evelyn Nesbit
    Evelyn Nesbit

    Evelyn Nesbit was a popular American model and actress in the early 20th century.

  • Suchitra Sen
    Suchitra Sen

    Actress from bangladeshi-indian (d. 2014.

  • Faten Hamama
    Faten Hamama

    Egyptian actress and producer (b. 1931).

  • Derek Fowlds
    Derek Fowlds

    British actor (b.1937).

  • Barbara Britton
    Barbara Britton

    Actress (pamela north-mrs north), dies at the age of 59.

  • Barbara Jordan

    Barbara Jordan was an American politician and a leader of the Civil Rights Movement who served as a member of the U.S.

  • Petrice Lumumba

    Congolese independence leader and the first prime minister of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

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January 17, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 17, 2008:

  • Catholicism - Feast day of the following saints: St. Anthony and Amelbert.
  • Ancient Latvia - Zirgu Diena observed
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January 17, 2008: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 17, 2008 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week January 14th and January 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 17, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 17, 2008 was Low by Flo Rida, according to the music chart for the week January 14th and January 20th.

January 17, 2008: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 17, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 14th and January 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Low
  2. - No One youtube
  3. - Apologize
  4. - Kiss Kiss
  5. - Clumsy

January 17, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 17, 2008 was Now You're Gone by Basshunter featuring DJ Mental Theo's Bazzheadz, according to the music chart for the week January 14th and January 20th.

January 17, 2008: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on January 17, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 14th and January 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Now You're Gone
  2. - When You Believe
  3. - Crank That (Soulja Boy)
  4. - Rockstar
  5. - Bleeding Love youtube

January 17, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 17, 2008 was Like You'll Never See Me Again by Alicia Keys, according to the R&B music chart for the week January 14th and January 20th.

January 17, 2008: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 17, 2008 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 14th and January 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Like You'll Never See Me Again
  2. - No One youtube
  3. - Can't Help But Wait
  4. - Suffocate
  5. - Just Fine

January 17, 2008: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on January 17, 2008 was Sexy Movimiento by Wisin & Yandel, according to the Latin music chart for the week January 14th and January 20th.

January 17, 2008: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on January 17, 2008 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week January 14th and January 20th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Sexy Movimiento
  2. - Me Enamora
  3. - Estos Celos
  4. - La Travesia
  5. - Sobre Mis Pies

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January 17, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 17, 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 Spiderwick Chronicles

The Spiderwick Chronicles

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Mark Waters

Starring: Freddie Highmore, Sarah Bolger, David Strathairn, Mary-Louise Parker

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

Fighting

Fighting

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Dito Montiel

Starring: Channing Tatum, Terrence Howard, Luis Guzmán, Zulay Henao

Country: United States of America

The Hitcher

The Hitcher

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Dave Meyers

Starring: Sean Bean, Sophia Bush, Zachary Knighton, Neal McDonough

Country: United States of America

January 17, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 17, 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:

The Battery's Down

The Battery's Down

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Jake Wilson

Gangland

Gangland

Release year: 2007

Directed by: Tulio Demicheli

Sold

Sold

Release year: 2007

Directed by: Jeffrey D. Brown

Monarchy: The Royal Family at Work

Monarchy: The Royal Family at Work

Release year: 2007

Directed by: Matt Reid

Kleiner Dodo

Kleiner Dodo

Release year: 2007

January 17, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 17, 2008 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Born Standing Up by Steve Martin

Born Standing Up

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This is the riveting, mega-bestselling and beloved memoir of a man and a vocation that was highly acclaimed and named by Time and Entertainment Weekly as one of the ten best nonfiction books of 2007.

I Am Legend by Richard Matheson

I Am Legend

By:

Robert Neville could be the last human being on Earth. . . But he's not the only one. An incurable plague has turned every man, woman and child into bloodthirsty.

World Without End by Ken Follett

World Without End

By:

This "epic" sequel to The Pillars of the Earth (The Denver Post), is two centuries old. It marks the completion of the Gothic cathedral built by the Kingsbridge residents.

The Shooters by W. E. B. Griffin

The Shooters

By:

Drugrunners have kidnapped a key DEA agent. Castillo is angry at the news, but he believes there's no way to save the man.

People Of The Book by Geraldine Brooks

People Of The Book

By:

The Pulitzer Prize-winning author March and The Secret Chord has written a bestseller that follows a manuscript through centuries of war and exile. It was published by Viking in October 2015.

January 17, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 17, 2008 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Art Style: AQUIA

Art Style: AQUIA

Platform: Nintendo DSi (DSiWare)

Genre: Puzzle game

Publisher: Nintendo

Captain Rainbow

Captain Rainbow

Platform: Wii

Genre: Action-adventure

Publisher: Nintendo

Bigfoot: Collision Course

Bigfoot: Collision Course

Platform: Windows, Nintendo DS, Wii

Genre: Driving game

Publisher: Zoo Games

Bomberman Online Japan

Bomberman Online Japan

Platform: Windows XP

Genre: Massive Multiplayer Online Game, Party

Publisher: Hudson Soft

Brothers in Arms

Brothers in Arms

Platform: N-Gage

Genre: Third-person shooter

Publisher: Gameloft

history

Who was the US President on January 17, 2008?

On January 17, 2008 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 17, 2008?

On January 17, 2008 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on January 17, 2008?

On January 17, 2008 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about January 17th?

January 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of January. 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 January 17th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 bogota car bombing. a suicide car bomb attack on the general santander national police academy, bogota, colombia kills at most 20 people and injures over 50 more.
  • 2018 - Unknown gunmen kidnap two americans and two canadians in kaduna state (nigeria). after engaging in a fight with the abductors, two police officers are shot and killed.
  • 2017 - Boko haram insurgency. a nigerian air force plane mistakenly bombs a refugee settlement in borno state near the border to cameroon. at least 90 people were killed and more than 100 were injured. according to reports, the pilot believed that he was attacking boko haram militants.

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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 January 2008?

January 2008 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st 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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