Friday January 02, 2009: on this day

January 02, 2009 was the 2nd day of the year 2009, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Friday.

Is January 02, 2009 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 02, 2009, who was born and died on January 02, 2009, what holidays and observances are celebrated on January 02, 2009, which were the most popular songs (ex. Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It) by Beyonce), movies (e.g. Mary and Max, directed by Adam Elliot), TV series (e.g. Secret Millionaire) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about January 2nd, 2009 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was January 02, 2009?


January 02, 2009 was a Friday and it was the 2nd day of the year 2009 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 02, 2009 can also be written as 1/2/2009 in the US and as 2/1/2009 in UK and Europe.

January 02, 2009 in January 2009 calendar

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January 02, 2009: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on January 02, 2009:

  • The first european commercial flight since 1990, a charter plane from sweden carrying 150 passengers lands at baghdad international airport.
  • 2008 sla northern offensive: the sri lankan army captures kilinochchi, the tamil tigers' "de facto" capital.
  • After two years of supporting the transitional federal government against insurgents, ethiopia has decided to withdraw its military forces.
  • Luis fortuno is elected governor of puerto rico.

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January 02, 2009: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on January 02, 2009:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $80.06
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $85.88
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $19.53
  • General Electric GE: opens at $16.51
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $83.89

Exchange Rates on January 02, 2009:

  • 1 USD = 91.78 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.2052 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.0802 CHF
  • 1 USD = 6.8235 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 127.74 JPY

January 02, 2009: What were the main match results that day?

Liga I - Football (Portugal)

  • Academica - Leixoes : 0 - 0
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January 02, 2009: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 2nd 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 02, 2009: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 02, 2009 is Ox and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on January 2nd, 2009 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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January 02, 2009: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

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The moon phase on January 02, 2009 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 02, 2009 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 02, 2009 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 36% full, rising at 10:27 am and setting at 10:53 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 12, 2008 while the next full moon would come on Jan 11, 2009.

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Who was born on January 02, 2009?


Famous people born on January 02, 2009:

  • Zohra Dati

    Daughter of rachida dati, ex-minister in france.

Whose famous birthday is on January 2nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 2nd:

  • Kate Bosworth
    Kate Bosworth

    American actress.

  • Taye Diggs
    Taye Diggs

    Taye diggs is an american actor known for his roles in popular films and tv shows such as 'how stella got her groove back' and 'rent'.

  • Tia Carrere
    Tia Carrere

    Tia Carrere is an actress known for her roles in films like Wayne's World and for her appearances in reality TV shows.

  • Isaac Asimov
    Isaac Asimov

    Russian-american biochemist, columnist in science, anthropologist, and prolific sci-fi author.

  • Giovanna Ralli
    Giovanna Ralli

    Italian actress, ralli made her acting debut at seven years old.

  • Florence Lawrence
    Florence Lawrence

    Silent screen actress (confidence) dies at 48.

  • William Haines
    William Haines

    American interior designer and actor (d. 1973).

  • Patrick Huard
    Patrick Huard

    Canadian screenwriter and actor.

  • Joanna Pacula
    Joanna Pacula

    Tomszowaubelski (poland -- actress) (gorky park and kiss).

  • Lucy Davis
    Lucy Davis

    English actress.

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January 02, 2009: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 15 years 2 months old,

or 182 months and 27 days old,

or 795 weeks

or 5565 days old,

if you were born on January 02, 2009.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 02, 2009?

There are 279 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday January 2nd 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 02, 2009?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on January 02, 2009.

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January 02, 2009: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on January 02, 2009:

  • Inger Christensen

    Danish poet and author (b. 1935).

  • Steven Gilborn
  • Ian Greaves
  • József Sákovics
  • Maria de Jesus
  • Rashid III bin Ahmad Al Mu'alla
  • Valentina Giovagnini
  • Ryūzō Hiraki
  • Hank DeZonie

What famous deaths happened on January 2nd?

Famous deaths on January 2nd:

  • David Lynch
    David Lynch

    American screenwriter and director, one of today's most creative and talented film-makers of the 20th century.

  • Anne Francis
    Anne Francis

    American magazine cover girl, five years old.

  • Dick Powell
    Dick Powell

    American actor, singer, director, and producer (d. 1963).

  • Pete Postlethwaite
    Pete Postlethwaite

    Pete postlethwaite was a british actor known for his roles in films such as the usual suspects and inception.

  • Dick Emery
    Dick Emery

    Actor (yellow submarine.

  • Una Merkel
    Una Merkel

    Covington (kentucky) -- actress (42nd street and abraham lincoln).

  • Jack Carson
    Jack Carson

    Manitoba, canada -- actor ("star is born", mildred pierce).

  • Nancy Kelly
    Nancy Kelly

    Lowell, massachusetts -- actress.

  • Emil Jannings
    Emil Jannings

    German actor who won the first Academy Award for Best Actor.

  • Tex Ritter
    Tex Ritter

    Country singer "five star jubilee" dies at the age of 67.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on January 2nd

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January 02, 2009: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on January 02, 2009:

  • New Zealand ? Statutory holiday, Second day of New Year.
  • United States - Bonza Bottler Day.
  • Slovenia ? Second day of New Year.
  • Scotland ? Second day of the Hogmanay Bank Holiday.
  • Catholicism and Anglicanism ? Feast day of St. Basil the Great and Gregory Nazianzen.
  • The eighth day of Christmas (and ninth night of same) in Western Christianity.
  • Science Fiction Day
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January 02, 2009: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on January 02, 2009 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 29th and January 4th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


January 02, 2009: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 02, 2009 was Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It) by Beyonce, according to the music chart for the week December 29th and January 4th.

January 02, 2009: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on January 02, 2009 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 29th and January 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)
  2. - Live Your Life
  3. - Just Dance
  4. - Heartless
  5. - Womanizer youtube

January 02, 2009: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 02, 2009 was Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It) by Beyonce, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 29th and January 4th.

January 02, 2009: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on January 02, 2009 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 29th and January 4th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)
  2. - Live Your Life
  3. - Chopped 'N' Skrewed
  4. - Trading Places
  5. - Miss Independent

January 02, 2009: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on January 02, 2009 was No Me Doy Por Vencido by Luis Fonsi, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 29th and January 4th.

January 02, 2009: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on January 02, 2009 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 29th and January 4th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - No Me Doy Por Vencido
  2. - Te Regalo Amores
  3. - Inolvidable
  4. - Espero
  5. - Cinco Minutos

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January 02, 2009: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on January 02, 2009 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Mary and Max

Mary and Max

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Adam Elliot

Starring: Toni Collette, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Eric Bana, Barry Humphries

Country: United States of America

(500) Days of Summer

(500) Days of Summer

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Marc Webb

Starring: Zooey Deschanel, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Geoffrey Arend, Chloë Grace Moretz

Country: United States of America

Ten Inch Hero

Ten Inch Hero

Release year: 2009

Directed by: David Mackay

Starring: Elisabeth Harnois, Clea DuVall, Sean Patrick Flanery, Jensen Ackles

Country: United States of America

Precious

Precious

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Lee Daniels

Starring: Gabourey Sidibe, Mo'Nique, Paula Patton, Mariah Carey

Country: United States of America

P.S. I Love You

P.S. I Love You

Release year: 2009

Directed by: Richard LaGravenese

Starring: Hilary Swank, Gerard Butler, Harry Connick Jr., Lisa Kudrow

Country: United States of America

January 02, 2009: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on January 02, 2009 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Secret Millionaire

Secret Millionaire

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Michael Scott

Closing Time

Closing Time

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Hans Lietz

The Shift

The Shift

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Lee Cipolla

Crooked House

Crooked House

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Gilles Paquet-Brenner

Bedtime Stories

Bedtime Stories

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Adam Shankman

January 02, 2009: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on January 02, 2009 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

A Mercy by Toni Morrison

A Mercy

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National BestsellerOne the New York Times 10 Best Books for the YearIn 1680s, the slave trade in America was still very young.

American Lion by Jon Meacham

American Lion

By:

This remarkable book is about Andrew Jackson and his close circle of friends. It also includes his turbulent times.

Dewey by Vicki Myron with Bret Witter

Dewey

By:

CHINESE EDITION. 275 pages.

Just After Sunset by Stephen King

Just After Sunset

By:

Stephen King, an international bestseller, has published more than 50 books and dozens of #1 New York Times bestsellers. He also made many memorable movies. This collection includes a remarkable selection of short stories.

Scarpetta by Patricia Cornwell

Scarpetta

By:

Watch our feature on Patricia Cornwell’s Scarpetta. Kay Scarpetta has left behind her private practice of forensic pathology in Charleston, South Carolina.

January 02, 2009: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on January 02, 2009 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Build 'n Race

Build 'n Race

Platform: Wii

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Zoo Games

Assassin's Creed II: Discovery

Assassin's Creed II: Discovery

Platform: Nintendo DS, iOS

Publisher: Ubisoft

Axel & Pixel

Axel & Pixel

Platform: Xbox 360 Microsoft Windows

Genre: Graphic adventure, art game

Publisher: 2K Play

Alien Breed: Evolution

Alien Breed: Evolution

Platform: Microsoft Windows PlayStation 3 Xbox 360

Genre: Isometric shooter, survival horror

Publisher: Team17

Cities XL

Cities XL

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: City-building game, massively multiplayer online game

Publisher: Monte Cristo

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Who was the US President on January 02, 2009?

On January 02, 2009 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 02, 2009?

On January 02, 2009 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on January 02, 2009?

On January 02, 2009 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about January 2nd?

January 2nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 2nd 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 2nd, such as:

  • 2019 - China-united states trade war (2018-present). apple, an american electronics company, warns that iphone sales have been slowing and that the product is in low demand. this is attributed to trade tensions with china. according to apple, its fiscal earnings are expected to drop for the first quarter due to disappointing holiday sales figures. the company also claims that it could lose $9b due the fall.
  • 2018 - Weinstein effect: vice media suspends its top executives while it investigates accusations against them.
  • 2017 - 2017 istanbul nightclub attack: islamic state in iraq and the levant claims responsibility. it claims it is responding to turkey's actions within syria.

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What happened in 2009?

2009 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • For the first time since 2003, when Saddam Hussein was overthrown by the U.S.-led invasion, the U.S. military in Iraq is under Iraqi control.
  • Claiborne Pell (1961-1997 Rhode Island Democratic Senator) dies of Parkinson's disease at 90.
  • Jett Travolta (16-year-old) is the son of actor John Travolta and dies suddenly from a seizure during a family vacation in the Bahamas.

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What was the calendar for January 2009?

January 2009 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.

Discover how January 2009 calendar looked like.

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