Thursday May 29, 2008: on this day

May 29, 2008 was the 150th day of the year 2008, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is May 29, 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 May 29, 2008, who was born and died on May 29, 2008, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 29, 2008, which were the most popular songs (ex. Lollipop by Lil Wayne), movies (e.g. The Great Debaters, directed by Denzel Washington), TV series (e.g. Drive Thru New Zealand) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 29th, 2008 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 29, 2008?


May 29, 2008 was a Thursday and it was the 150th day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 29, 2008 can also be written as 5/29/2008 in the US and as 29/5/2008 in UK and Europe.

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May 29, 2008: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 29, 2008:

  • Bear stearns shareholders voted 84 percent to sell the 85-year old investment banking company to jpmorgan chase & company at us$9.32 per share. this would amount to us$1.5 billion. in january 2007, shares of the company reached a record high trading at us$173.
  • 2008 sichuan earthquake. china begins to inspect the ruins and investigate the causes of the collapse of thousands of schools in sichuan.
  • The brazilian supreme federal court has upheld a 2005 law that allowed embryonic stem cell research.
  • The national indian foundation published photographs of a tribe uncontacted in remote amazonia.
  • A helicopter crashed into a panama city building, killing the director general of the carabiniers of chile as well as several civilians.
  • Tropical storm alma, the first of the 2008 pacific hurricane seasons, hits nicaragua near leon, bringing heavy rains, strong winds, and severe flooding.
  • Iceland is struck by a strong earthquake measuring 6.1 on its richter scale near selfoss.
  • Trevor graham, track and field coach, was convicted of lying about his connections to a dealer in steroids during the bay area laboratory co-operative investigation.
  • The united states department of commerce has revised its estimate of economic growth to 0.9% in the first quarter of 2008.
  • Two people are killed and 17 injured by a bomb that was dropped at the edwin andrews air base, zamboanga city, in southern philippines.
  • Hu jintao, president of the people's republic of china, calls for resumption of formal talks between taiwan and mainland china in a meeting that wu po-hsiung (the chairman of taiwan's ruling party, the kuomintang) attended.
  • Snowstorms in eastern mongolia have left 26 people dead and 51 missing.
  • Luxembourg becomes the fifteenth country that has ratified the treaty of lisbon.
  • At the u.n. conference in stockholm on iraq, iraq presented a report about security, reconstruction and economic progress. iraq seeks foreign investment and debt forgiveness to help with reconstruction.
  • Tornadoes 2008: governor dave heineman of nebraska declares a state of emergency in response to tornadoes that struck the nebraska towns of kearney and aurora.
  • The world bank announced a us$1.2billion package to combat the global food crisis, including 200 million in grants for third world countries most at-risk.
  • Two suicide bombings in northern iraq have resulted in at least 20 deaths and 42 injuries.
  • Flash flooding is caused by torrential rain in half of somerset, united kingdom.
  • A doublet earthquake, of combined magnitude 6.1, strikes iceland near the town of selfoss, injuring 30 people.

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May 29, 2008: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on May 29, 2008:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $89.81
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $186.93
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $28.16
  • General Electric GE: opens at $30.50
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $129.04

Exchange Rates on May 29, 2008:

  • 1 USD = 105.57 JPY
  • 1 USD = 0.9892 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.0495 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.9379 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 163.75 JPY
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May 29, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 29th is Gemini.

Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.

Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 29, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 29, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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May 29, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 29, 2008 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 29, 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 May 29, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 22% full, rising at 01:57 am and setting at 03:37 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 20, 2008 while the next full moon would come on Jun 18, 2008.

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Who was born on May 29, 2008?


Whose famous birthday is on May 29th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 29th:

  • Cameron Boyce
    Cameron Boyce

    Cameron boyce was an american actor known for his roles in disney channel shows and movies, such as 'jessie' and 'descendants'.

  • Danny Elfman
    Danny Elfman

    Danny elfman is a composer known for his work on numerous film scores, including those for tim burton's movies such as 'batman' and 'edward...

  • Beatrice Lillie
    Beatrice Lillie

    Talented comedic actress and singer known for her wit and charm.

  • Melanie Brown
    Melanie Brown

    English actress and musician (spice girls).

  • Annette Bening
    Annette Bening

    Annette bening is a highly acclaimed movie actress known for her roles in films such as american beauty, the kids are all right, and being...

  • Laura Bailey
    Laura Bailey

    Laura bailey is an american actress known for her work in voice acting, particularly for her roles in video games such as the last of us...

  • Rupert Everett
    Rupert Everett

    He is a british homosexual actor.

  • Riley Keough
    Riley Keough

    American daughter of a prominent family, she was the first grandchild of elvis presley's late father, danny keough.

  • Adrian Paul
    Adrian Paul

    British actor seen in "the highlanders" tv series.

  • Melissa Etheridge
    Melissa Etheridge

    American singer, songwriter, and rock star.

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May 29, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 15 years 9 months old,

or 189 months and 28 days old,

or 826 weeks

or 5782 days old,

if you were born on May 29, 2008.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 29, 2008?

There are 62 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday May 29th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 29, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on May 29, 2008.

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May 29, 2008: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 29, 2008:

  • Harvey Korman
    Harvey Korman

    American comedian and actor, who has performed on tv commercials and stage.

  • Elverda Berry

    Award-winning journalist known for investigative reporting.

  • Chiyo Yamada

    Japanese author known for her novels and short stories.

  • Paula Gunn Allen

    Native american writer (b. 1939).

  • Luc Bourdon

    Canadian ice hockey player (born in 1987).

  • Paul Barrière
  • José Alejandro Bernales
  • Pierre Fougeyrollas
  • Ricardo Neumann

What famous deaths happened on May 29th?

Famous deaths on May 29th:

  • Dennis Hopper
    Dennis Hopper

    American actor and director, who at 19 was the first to land a part in "rebel without a cause".

  • Romy Schneider
    Romy Schneider

    Internationally known german actress.

  • Mary Pickford
    Mary Pickford

    Canadian-american actress.

  • Gavin MacLeod
    Gavin MacLeod

    American actor best known for his roles in the tv series "the mary tyler moore show" (1970-1977) and "the love boat” (1977-87).

  • Betsy Palmer
    Betsy Palmer

    Betsy palmer was an american actress best known for her role as mrs.

  • Coral Browne
    Coral Browne

    Australian actress known for her work in theater, film, and television.

  • Fanny Brice
    Fanny Brice

    American comedian, genius at caricature and humor.

  • John Barrymore
    John Barrymore

    American minor actor claimed to be the unborn son of john barrymore.

  • Eugenie Besserer
    Eugenie Besserer

    Actress anna christie, madame x, dies at 65.

  • Charan Singh

    Former Prime Minister of India known for his advocacy of farmers' rights.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on May 29th

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May 29, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 29, 2008:

  • Nigeria: Democracy Day.
  • United Kingdom: Oak Apple Day.
  • Venezuela: Tree Day.
  • Argentina: Army Day.
  • Blessed Adhemar
  • Bahá'f Faith: Ascension of Bahá'u'llah.

Observances on May 29, 2008:

  • International Day of UN Peacekeepers

Saints celebrated on May 29, 2008:

  • Saint Theodosia
  • Saint Erwin
  • Saint Maximinus of Trier
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May 29, 2008: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 29, 2008 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 26th and June 1st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 29, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 29, 2008 was Lollipop by Lil Wayne, according to the music chart for the week May 26th and June 1st.

May 29, 2008: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 29, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 26th and June 1st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Lollipop
  2. - Bleeding Love youtube
  3. - Take A Bow
  4. - Love In This Club
  5. - No Air

May 29, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 29, 2008 was Lollipop by Lil Wayne Featuring Static Major, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 26th and June 1st.

May 29, 2008: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 29, 2008 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 26th and June 1st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Lollipop
  2. - Bust It Baby Part 2
  3. - Heaven Sent
  4. - No Air
  5. - Touch My Body youtube

May 29, 2008: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on May 29, 2008 was Te Quiero by Flex, according to the Latin music chart for the week May 26th and June 1st.

May 29, 2008: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on May 29, 2008 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week May 26th and June 1st. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

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

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May 29, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 29, 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

Death Sentence

Death Sentence

Release year: 2008

Directed by: James Wan

Starring: Kevin Bacon, John Goodman, Kelly Preston, Garrett Hedlund

Country: United States of America

Wanted

Wanted

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Timur Bekmambetov

Starring: Angelina Jolie, James McAvoy, Morgan Freeman, Terence Stamp

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

May 29, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 29, 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:

Drive Thru New Zealand

Drive Thru New Zealand

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Greg Browning

Cinemania

Cinemania

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Stephen Kijak

The Inbetweeners

The Inbetweeners

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Ben Palmer

Kung Fu Femmes

Kung Fu Femmes

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Tony Laudati

Teenage Kicks

Teenage Kicks

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Craig Boreham

May 29, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 29, 2008 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Beautiful Boy by David Sheff

Beautiful Boy

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My beautiful boy, what had happened? Our family? What was I doing wrong? These were the gnawing questions that haunted David Sheff's son's journey.

Unaccustomed Earth by Jhumpa Lahiri

Unaccustomed Earth

By:

These eight stories, by Jhumpa lahiri, are beloved and bestselling. They take us from Seattle and Cambridge to India and Thailand as they look into the secrets at their heart.

Bright Shiny Morning by James Frey

Bright Shiny Morning

By:

The extraordinary novel of one of America's most controversial authors is a bold and exhilarating chronicle of Los Angeles today.

Hold Tight by Harlan Coben

Hold Tight

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Harlan Coben's #1 New York Times Bestseller asks parents how well they know their children and puts them on a technological rollercoaster of their worst fears.

Counselor by Ted Sorensen

Counselor

By:

This extraordinary memoir tells the story of John F. Kennedy's closest adviser, who recounts for the first-time his experiences in counseling Kennedy through some of the most significant moments in American history.

May 29, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 29, 2008 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

CarneyVale: Showtime

CarneyVale: Showtime

Platform: Games for Windows – Live Windows Phone 7 Xbox Live Indie Games

Genre: Platform game

Publisher: Microsoft Game Studios

Beyond Protocol

Beyond Protocol

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: MMORTS

Publisher: Dark Sky Entertainment

Burning Wheels

Burning Wheels

Platform: Microsoft Windows, Xbox 360

Publisher: RTL Interactive

Barnyard Blast: Swine of the Night

Barnyard Blast: Swine of the Night

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Vintage-style action shooter

Publisher: NA DSI Games; EU Bigben Interactive, Neko Entertainment

Belief & Betrayal

Belief & Betrayal

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Graphic adventure game

Publisher: Lighthouse Interactive

history

Who was the US President on May 29, 2008?

On May 29, 2008 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 29, 2008?

On May 29, 2008 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 29, 2008?

On May 29, 2008 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about May 29th?

May 29th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 29th day of the month of May. 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 May 29th, such as:

  • 2019 - T-series, an indian film production company and record label, has reached 100 million subscribers to its most-subscribed youtube channel.
  • 2018 - 2018 liege attack: three people are killed, including two officers from the belgian police, in liege. four officers were also injured in the shooting. police later killed the gunman who took a female hostage.
  • 2017 - Battle of marawi: philippine forces continue fighting maute militants for marawi.

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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 May 2008?

May 2008 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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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