Thursday October 18, 2012: on this day
About October 18th, 2012, in brief:
- Historical events: Civil war in Syria: At least 40 civilians were killed in military airstrikes by the Syrian government in Maaret al Numan, Idlib governorate.
- Day of the week: October 18th, 2012 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Famous Birthdays: Zac Efron, Jean-Claude Van Damme
- Moon Phase: New Moon
- #1 US song: One More Night by Maroon 5
- Popular movie: Moneyball directed by Bennett Miller
More about October 18th, 2012? See below for more news and curiosities on October 18th, 2012.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was October 18, 2012?
- October 18, 2012: What happened on that day?
- October 18, 2012: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- October 18, 2012: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on October 18, 2012?
- How old is someone born on October 18, 2012?
- October 18, 2012: What famous people died on that day?
- October 18, 2012: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- October 18, 2012: Number 1 song on that day
- October 18, 2012: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- October 18, 2012: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- October 18, 2012: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- October 18, 2012: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on October 18, 2012?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 18, 2012?
- Who was the Pope on October 18, 2012?
What day of the week was October 18, 2012?
October 18, 2012 was a Thursday and it was the 292nd day of the year 2012 in the Gregorian calendar.
October 18, 2012 can also be written as 10/18/2012 in the US and as 18/10/2012 in UK and Europe.
October 18, 2012: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on October 18, 2012:
- Civil war in syria: at least 40 civilians were killed in military airstrikes by the syrian government in maaret al numan, idlib governorate.
- South of sanity is a fictional feature film that was shot in antarctica.
- Sylvia kristel, a dutch actress and the first star in adult cinema, has died.
- Gene kerrigan, a veteran irish writer, wins the golden dagger
- Newsweek, an american weekly news magazine, announces that it will stop publishing its print editions on december 31st and will be moving to an online-only format.
- After a 20% drop in profits, google stock is temporarily suspended from trading on nasdaq.
- Tens of thousands of workers take part in anti-austerity protests throughout greece.
- For two-year terms that begin in 2013, argentina, australia and luxembourg are elected to the united nations security council.
- Boy scouts of america released documents totaling over 15,000 pages regarding allegations of sexual abuse made by more than 1200 leaders during the period 1965-1985.
October 18, 2012: What were the magazines covers that day?
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October 18, 2012: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?
Stock market quotes on October 18, 2012:
- ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $92.97
- Apple AAPL: opens at $639.59
- Microsoft MSFT: opens at $29.65
- General Electric GE: opens at $22.81
- International Business Machines IBM: opens at $199.91
Exchange Rates on October 18, 2012:
- 1 USD = 79.29 JPY
- 1 USD = 0.9856 CAD
- 1 USD = 0.9244 CHF
- 1 USD = 6.2503 CNY
- 1 EUR = 103.61 JPY
October 18, 2012: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 18th is Libra.
Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.
Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.
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October 18, 2012: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 18, 2012 is Dragon and the associated element is Water.
Discover the Dragon personality and how the Water Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on October 18th, 2012 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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October 18, 2012: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on October 18, 2012 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 18, 2012 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 October 18, 2012 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 27% full, rising at 10:51 am and setting at 09:44 pm.
The previous full moon was on Sep 30, 2012 while the next full moon would come on Oct 29, 2012.
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Who was born on October 18, 2012?
Famous people born on October 18, 2012:
- Julianna Travis
Family member.
- James Lewis
Australian newsmaker, first child of mitch lewis and sarah lewis, radio newsreader.
Whose famous birthday is on October 18th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 18th:
![Zac Efron]()
Zac EfronAmerican entertainer and actor.
![Jean-Claude Van Damme]()
Jean-Claude Van DammeBelgian-american actor who worked briefly in european commercials before moving to hollywood in 1982.
![Mike Ditka]()
Mike DitkaMike ditka is a former american football player, coach, and television commentator, best known for his time as the head coach of the chicago...
![Freida Pinto]()
Freida PintoFreida pinto is an indian model and actress known for her breakout role in the film slumdog millionaire.
![Norm MacDonald]()
Norm MacDonaldNorm macdonald is a canadian comedian and actor known for his work on saturday night live and his dry, deadpan delivery.
![Erin Moran]()
Erin MoranErin moran was an american actress best known for her role as joanie cunningham on the sitcom happy days.
![Milo Yiannopoulos]()
Milo YiannopoulosMilo yiannopoulos is a british political commentator and public speaker known for his controversial views on feminism, political...
![Michael McKean]()
Michael McKeanMichael mckean is an american actor, comedian, and musician known for his roles in this is spinal tap, laverne & shirley, and better call...
![Jacques Higelin]()
Jacques HigelinFrench musician and singer of pop.
![Melina Mercouri]()
Melina MercouriGreek actress, singer, and politician, 9th greek minister of culture (d. 1994).
How old is someone born on October 18, 2012?
Someone born on October 18, 2012 is:
11 years 7 months old,
or 139 months and 5 days old,
or 605 weeks
or 4235 days old,
Use our Age Calculator to know the age of a person given the birthdate.
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 18, 2012?
There are 148 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday October 18th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 18, 2012?
You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on October 18, 2012.
October 18, 2012: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on October 18, 2012:
![Sylvia Kristel]()
Sylvia KristelDutch actress, famous for her role in the 1970s erotic film "emanuelle" (and its sequels).
- Slater Martin
American basketball player, american athlete.
- Brain Damage
American wrestler (d. 2012).
- George Mattos
American pole vaulter (d. 2012).
- Albert Lee Ueltschi
American pilot and businessman, founded flightsafety international (b. 1917).
- David S. Ware
American saxophonist, composer, and bandleader (d. 2012).
- Marvin Lambert
What famous deaths happened on October 18th?
Famous deaths on October 18th:
![Julie London]()
Julie LondonAmerican actress and breathy blues singer.
![Gwen Verdon]()
Gwen VerdonAmerican dancer and tony-award winner, she took lessons from age two to strengthen her legs.
![Tsuru Aoki]()
Tsuru AokiAmerican actress born in japan (born 1892).
![Henry Travers]()
Henry TraversActor (bells of st mary high sierra), dies at the age of 91.
- Thos Alva Edison
Inventor of the phonograph and the electric light bulb.
- Thomos Edison
Inventor of the phonograph and the electric light bulb.
- Elizabeth Arden
Canadian-american entrepreneur who owns beauty salons, spas, and sells cosmetic products.
- Primus Babbage
Primus Babbage was an English mathematician, philosopher, inventor, and mechanical engineer who is best known for originating the concept of...
- Diavian Babbage
Diavian Babbage was a mathematician and inventor, known for designing the first mechanical computer, the Analytical Engine.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 18th
October 18, 2012: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on October 18, 2012:
- Also see October 18 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- French Republican Calendar - Piment (Chili Pepper) Day, twenty-seventh day in the Month of VendTmiaire
- R.C. Church, Anglican communion, et alii - Feast of Saint Luke the Evangelist
- USA : Alaska: Alaska Day
October 18, 2012: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on October 18, 2012 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 15th and October 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
October 18, 2012: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on October 18, 2012 was One More Night by Maroon 5, according to the music chart for the week October 15th and October 21st.
October 18, 2012: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on October 18, 2012 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 15th and October 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Maroon 5 - One More Night
- Psy - Gangnam Style
- One Direction - Live While We're Young
- Fun. - Some Nights
- Taylor Swift - We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together
October 18, 2012: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on October 18, 2012 was Diamonds by Rihanna, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 15th and October 21st.
October 18, 2012: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on October 18, 2012 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 15th and October 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Rihanna - Diamonds
- Kanye West, Jay-Z, Big Sean - Clique
- Kanye West, Big Sean, Pusha T, 2 Chainz - Mercy
- Miguel - Adorn
- 2 Chainz Featuring Drake - No Lie
October 18, 2012: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on October 18, 2012 was Algo Me Gusta De Ti by Wisin & Yandel Featuring Chris Brown & T-Pain, according to the Latin music chart for the week October 15th and October 21st.
October 18, 2012: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on October 18, 2012 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week October 15th and October 21st. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Wisin & Yandel Featuring Chris Brown & T-Pain - Algo Me Gusta De Ti
- Prince Royce - Incondicional
- Don Omar Featuring Natti Natasha - Dutty Love
- Leslie Grace - Will U Still Love Me Tomorrow
- Don Omar - Hasta Que Salga El Sol
October 18, 2012: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on October 18, 2012 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
October 18, 2012: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on October 18, 2012 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Transformers: Rescue Bots
Release year: 2012
Country: United States of America
October 18, 2012: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on October 18, 2012 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Heroes of Olympus: The Mark of Athena
By: Rick Riordan
Percy, Hazel and Frank meet in Camp Jupiter, which is the equivalent of Camp Halfblood in Rome, and travel to the Land Beyond the Gods to finish a dangerous quest.
This Is How You Lose Her
By: Junot Díaz
Pulitzer Prize-winner JunotDiaz's first book Drown established him as a significant new writer with "the dispassionate eyes of a journalist" and "the tongue of a poet". (Newsweek).
One Last Strike
By: Tony La Russa with Rick Hummel
On an extra title page, SIGNED FIRST Edition, "Has been Specially Bound, Produced By the Publisher." Signed and numbered by La Russa.
A Wanted Man
By: Lee Child
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * Features Lee Child's short story, "Not a Drill", and an excerpt from Make Me!" The indomitable Reacher burns the pages ."--USA Today. Four people are in a car trying to reach Chicago by morning.
This Book Is Full Of Spiders
By: David Wong
This book contains pages never seen before from David Wong's Futuristic Violence & Fancy Suits. Another terrifying tale from John Dies at The End, the creator of the cult sensation John Die at the End
October 18, 2012: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on October 18, 2012 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Closure
Marvel Avengers: Battle for Earth
Blades of Time
Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day
Call of Duty: Black Ops II
Who was the US President on October 18, 2012?
On October 18, 2012 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 18, 2012?
On October 18, 2012 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on October 18, 2012?
On October 18, 2012 the Pope was Benedict XVI.
What is special about October 18th?
October 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th day of the month of October. 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 October 18th, such as:
- 2018 - War in afghanistan: afghan general and kandahar police chief abdul raziq achakzai are assassinated during a high-level meeting at the governor's compound. the incident took place with u.s. general austin s. miller. according to officials, gen. miller was uninjured while the governor sustained serious injuries. the taliban claim responsibility.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war: major general issam zahreddine of the syrian republican guard, who is known for leading battles against rebels in aleppo and homs, was killed by a deir ez-zor landmine, according to syrian media.
- 2016 - Somalia war: somali police claim at least seven people are dead following clashes in which somalia and african union troops drove al-shabab extremists out of afgooye (a town near mogadishu).
What happened in 2012?
2012 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Arab Spring
- The Arab Inter-parliamentary Union is an advisory body to Arab League and calls for the removal its monitors in Syria. They claim that they inadvertently help the government cover-up ongoing violence.
- Syrian opposition groups claim that more than 5,800 people were killed in violence during 2011.
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What was the calendar for October 2012?
October 2012 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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.
