What happened on Saturday, February 2, 2008?

Here's what happened on February 02, 2008:

• Suicide bombing in Dimona, Israel A suicide bomber attacked a bus in Dimona, Israel, resulting in casualties. The attack raised tensions in the region and highlighted ongoing security concerns related to terrorism. source: reuters.com
• Rebels attack N'Djamena, Chad Rebels launched an assault on the capital city of N'Djamena, leading to intense fighting and a humanitarian crisis. The attack was part of ongoing conflict in Chad, exacerbating instability in the region. source: reuters.com
• Iran launches first space rocket Iran successfully launched its first space rocket, marking a significant milestone in its space program. The launch was met with international scrutiny regarding Iran's technological advancements and intentions. source: reuters.com
• Mitt Romney Wins Maine Republican Caucus In the 2008 United States Presidential Election, former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney secured victory in the Maine Republican caucus, advancing his presidential campaign.
• Death of Joshua Lederberg Joshua Lederberg, a prominent American molecular biologist and Nobel Prize laureate, passed away. He was a pioneering scientist known for his groundbreaking work in genetics and microbiology.
• Mass Shooting in Tinley Park, Illinois A tragic mass shooting occurred at a women's clothing store in Tinley Park, Illinois, where five people were killed. The perpetrator fled the scene, leaving the community in shock.
• Nicolas Sarkozy Marries Carla Bruni French President Nicolas Sarkozy married Carla Bruni, a renowned model and singer, in a high-profile wedding at the Élysée Palace, marking a significant personal and political moment.

Events in 2008

February 02, 2008: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Feb. 02, 2008

February 02, 2008: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

• Napoli - Udinese : 3 - 1
• Palermo - Livorno : 1 - 0

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

• Anderlecht - Dender : 1 - 0
• Bergen - Mouscron : 2 - 0
• Gent - FC Brussels : 1 - 0
• Mechelen - Charleroi : 1 - 0
• Roeselare - Genk : 0 - 0

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

• Bielefeld - Wolfsburg : 0 - 1
• Cottbus - Leverkusen : 2 - 3
• Duisburg - Dortmund : 3 - 3
• Hamburg - Hannover : 1 - 1
• Hertha - Ein Frankfurt : 0 - 3

La Liga Primera Division - Football (Spain)

• Almeria - Real Madrid : 2 - 0
• Betis - La Coruna : 0 - 1

February 02, 2008 was a Saturday and it was the 33rd day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 02, 2008 can also be written as 2/2/2008 in the US and as 2/2/2008 in UK and Europe.

February 02, 2008 in February 2008 calendar

Famous people died on February 02, 2008:

• Barry Morse

  Barry Morse was a British-Canadian actor best known for his roles on television, stage, and in film. He gained widespread fame for his portrayal of Lt. Philip Gerard in the television series "The Fugitive" (1963–1967) and as Professor Victor Bergman in the science fiction series "Space: 1999" (1975–1976). [bio]

• Joshua Lederberg

  Joshua Lederberg was a renowned American microbiologist who won the Nobel Prize in Physiology and Medicine in 1958 for groundbreaking...

• Katoucha Niane

  Prominent Guinean model and author known for her advocacy against female genital mutilation and her literary works exploring African women's...

Famous people who died in 2008

Famous people who died on February 2nd

February 02, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 02, 2008 was Low by Flo Rida, according to the music chart for the week January 28th and February 3rd.

1. Flo Rida - Low
2. Alicia Keys - No One
3. Timbaland - Apologize
4. Chris Brown - With You
5. Fergie - Clumsy

February 02, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 02, 2008 was Now You're Gone by Basshunter featuring DJ Mental Theo's Bazzheadz, according to the music chart for the week January 28th and February 3rd.

1. Basshunter featuring DJ Mental Theo's Bazzheadz - Now You're Gone
2. Leon Jackson - When You Believe
3. Soulja Boy Tellem - Crank That (Soulja Boy)
4. Nickelback - Rockstar
5. Leona Lewis - Bleeding Love

February 02, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 02, 2008 was Like You'll Never See Me Again by Alicia Keys, according to the music chart for the week January 28th and February 3rd.

1. Alicia Keys - Like You'll Never See Me Again
2. J. Holiday - Suffocate
3. Keyshia Cole - I Remember
4. Mary J. Blige - Just Fine
5. Snoop Dogg - Sensual Seduction

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 2nd is Aquarius.

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February 02, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 02, 2008 is Pig and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 02, 2008 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 02, 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 February 02, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 11% full, rising at 03:59 am and setting at 01:35 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jan 22, 2008 while the next full moon would come on Feb 21, 2008.

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Your place in the Universe on February 02, 2008

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Someone born on February 02, 2008 is:

18 years 6 months old,

or 222 months and 2 days old,

or 965 weeks and 3 days old,

or 6758 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 02, 2008?

There are 182 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday February 2nd 2027.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 02, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on February 02, 2008.

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