Tuesday February 05, 2008: on this day

February 05, 2008 was the 36th day of the year 2008, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is February 05, 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 February 05, 2008, who was born and died on February 05, 2008, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 05, 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. Monster House) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 5th, 2008 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 05, 2008?


February 05, 2008 was a Tuesday and it was the 36th day of the year 2008 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 05, 2008 can also be written as 2/5/2008 in the US and as 5/2/2008 in UK and Europe.

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February 05, 2008: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 05, 2008:

  • (february 6 - a tornado outbreak kills 58 people in the southern united states.
  • Browse newspapers headlines from February 05, 2008
  • 24 states in the usa hold republican or democratic caucus elections to elect the presidential nominee. this day is known as "super tuesday". the democrats win barack obama in 12 states. hillary clinton wins 7 states. for the republicans, john mccain wins 8 states. mitt romney wins 6 and mike huckabee takes 5.
  • Major tornadoes in the southern united states have left 57 people dead. this is the highest number of deaths since the may 31, 1985, which killed 88.
  • Democratic party
  • The democratic party hosts their first democrats abroad primary to serve americans who live overseas.
  • Barack obama, illinois senator, wins alaska, alabama colorado, connecticut delaware, georgia idaho, idaho, illinois kansas, minnesota missouri north dakota and utah democratic elections.
  • Hillary clinton, new york senator, wins the american samoa contests.
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  • According to the red cross, hundreds of civilians were killed during the battle of n'djamena (chad).
  • Israeli strikes kill eight hamas members in gaza strip. hamas takes responsibility for dimona attack.
  • Jose de venecia, philippine house speaker, was defeated by the majority of representatives of the house of representatives. prospero nograles, davao city rep. was elected the 13th house speaker and first speaker from mindanao.
  • 2008 chinese winter storms: chinese premier wen jiabao visits disaster areas in guizhou province to help with relief efforts. he is making his third visit to disaster areas in just eight days.
  • A severe tornado outbreak in the southern united states has left 57 dead and caused some polling stations to close early. alabama, kentucky and tennessee, mississippi, arkansas, as well as the memphis, jackson, tennessee, and northern middle tennessee are the hardest-hit areas.
  • Wto approves ukraine's accession as a new member.
  • Former governor of arkansas mike huckabee wins in the alabama, georgia, tennessee, west virginia republican elections.
  • Arizona senator john mccain wins in arizona, california. connecticut. delaware. illinois. missouri. new jersey. new york.
  • Former governor of massachusetts mitt romney wins alaska, colorado and massachusetts republican elections.
  • A major tornado outbreak across the southern united states kills 57.

February 05, 2008: What were the magazines covers that day?

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February 05, 2008: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Stock market quotes on February 05, 2008:

  • ExxonMobil XOM: opens at $84.11
  • Apple AAPL: opens at $130.43
  • Microsoft MSFT: opens at $29.91
  • General Electric GE: opens at $35.09
  • International Business Machines IBM: opens at $106.87

Exchange Rates on February 05, 2008:

  • 1 USD = 106.78 JPY
  • 1 USD = 1.0069 CAD
  • 1 USD = 1.0996 CHF
  • 1 USD = 7.1835 CNY
  • 1 EUR = 156.37 JPY

February 05, 2008: What were the main match results that day?

League 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Bristol Rvs - Cheltenham : 2 - 0

League 2 - Football (United Kingdom)

  • Bury - Stockport : 2 - 3
  • Macclesfield - Lincoln : 1 - 2
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February 05, 2008: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 5th is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 05, 2008: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 05, 2008 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on February 5th, 2008 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 05, 2008: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 05, 2008 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 05, 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 05, 2008 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 06:18 am and setting at 04:55 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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Who was born on February 05, 2008?


Whose famous birthday is on February 5th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 5th:

  • Abhishek Bachchan
    Abhishek Bachchan

    Abhishek bachchan is an indian actor known for his work in bollywood films and for being the son of legendary actor amitabh bachchan.

  • Charlotte Rampling
    Charlotte Rampling

    British actress.

  • William Burroughs
    William Burroughs

    American bisexual writer and heroin addict.

  • Laura Linney
    Laura Linney

    Laura linney is an american actress known for her versatile performances in film, television, and theater.

  • Jennifer Jason Leigh
    Jennifer Jason Leigh

    Jennifer jason leigh is an american actress known for her roles in films such as 'single white female' and 'the hateful eight'.

  • Barbara Hershey
    Barbara Hershey

    American actress who wore a hippie look during the 1960s.

  • Michael Sheen
    Michael Sheen

    Michael sheen is a welsh actor known for his roles in films such as frost/nixon, the queen, and the twilight saga.

  • Benoît Jacquot
    Benoît Jacquot

    French screenwriter and film director.

  • Jussi Björling
    Jussi Björling

    Swedish tenor (d. 1960).

  • Michael Mann
    Michael Mann

    American filmmaker.

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February 05, 2008: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 16 years 1 month old,

or 193 months and 14 days old,

or 841 weeks

or 5887 days old,

if you were born on February 05, 2008.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 05, 2008?

There are 323 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday February 5th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 05, 2008?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on February 05, 2008.

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February 05, 2008: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 05, 2008:

  • Maharishi Mahesh Yogi

    Transcendental meditation was founded by an indian guru (born circa 1917).

  • Zoran Antonijević
  • Loris Ciullini
  • José Barroso Chávez

What famous deaths happened on February 5th?

Famous deaths on February 5th:

  • Christopher Plummer
    Christopher Plummer

    Acclaimed actor known for his versatile performances in films like The Sound of Music and Beginners.

  • Kirk Douglas
    Kirk Douglas

    American actor.

  • Doug McClure
    Doug McClure

    American actor.

  • Dean Jagger
    Dean Jagger

    Actor in the united states (mr novak rawhide, oscar), has died at around 87 years old (born 1903).

  • Thelma Ritter
    Thelma Ritter

    American actress and singer (d. 1969).

  • Franklin Cover
    Franklin Cover

    American actor (born 1928).

  • George Arliss
    George Arliss

    British actor on the stage who rose to fame at the age of 53.

  • Dolores Moran
    Dolores Moran

    Actress (yankee doodle dandy), passes away at 56.

  • Gwili Andre
    Gwili Andre

    Actress (no other woman roar of the dragon).

  • Aloise Corbaz

    Swiss outsider artist known for her intricate drawings and paintings created while institutionalized.

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February 05, 2008: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 05, 2008:

  • Kashmir Day observes as public holiday in Pakistan.
  • Catholicism - Feast day of Saint Agatha of Sicily, patron saint of firework makers and glass blowers.

Saints celebrated on February 05, 2008:

  • Saint Bertolf
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February 05, 2008: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 05, 2008 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 4th and February 10th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 05, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 05, 2008 was Low by Flo Rida, according to the music chart for the week February 4th and February 10th.

February 05, 2008: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 05, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 4th and February 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Low
  2. - No One youtube
  3. - With You
  4. - Apologize
  5. - Don't Stop The Music

February 05, 2008: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 05, 2008 was Now You're Gone by Basshunter featuring DJ Mental Theo's Bazzheadz, according to the music chart for the week February 4th and February 10th.

February 05, 2008: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 05, 2008 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 4th and February 10th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Now You're Gone
  2. - Rockstar
  3. - Chasing Pavements
  4. - Don't Stop The Music
  5. - Work

February 05, 2008: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 05, 2008 was Like You'll Never See Me Again by Alicia Keys, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 4th and February 10th.

February 05, 2008: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 05, 2008 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 4th and February 10th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Like You'll Never See Me Again
  2. - I Remember
  3. - Just Fine
  4. - Suffocate
  5. - Can't Help But Wait

February 05, 2008: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on February 05, 2008 was Me Enamora by Juanes, according to the Latin music chart for the week February 4th and February 10th.

February 05, 2008: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on February 05, 2008 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week February 4th and February 10th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Me Enamora
  2. - Te Quiero
  3. - Sobre Mis Pies
  4. - Estos Celos
  5. - Gotas De Agua Dulce

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February 05, 2008: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 05, 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 Bank Job

The Bank Job

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Roger Donaldson

Starring: Jason Statham, Saffron Burrows, Stephen Campbell Moore, Daniel Mays

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

February 05, 2008: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 05, 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:

Monster House

Monster House

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Gil Kenan

The Battery's Down

The Battery's Down

Release year: 2008

Directed by: Jake Wilson

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

February 05, 2008: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 05, 2008 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

An Inconvenient Book by Glenn Beck and Kevin Balfe

An Inconvenient Book

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The world is in chaos. The world is in chaos.

Beverly Hills Dead by Stuart Woods

Beverly Hills Dead

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This sequel to The Prince of Beverly Hills brings 1940s Hollywood alive. Rick Barron, a former Beverly Hills cop and now head of Centurion Pictures production, returns to the pages in this page-turning novel.

World Without End by Ken Follett

World Without End

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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.

Sword Song by Bernard Cornwell

Sword Song

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885 is the year, and England is at peace. It is divided between the Danish kingdom in the north and the Saxon Kingdom of Wessex to the south.

Stone Cold by David Baldacci

Stone Cold

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The #1 bestselling author from Simple Genius and The Collectors returns with STONE CLIMATE...an unforgettable novel of revenge and conspiracy that murders a group of unlikely heroes who are brought face to face with their greatest threat.

February 05, 2008: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 05, 2008 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Art Style: CODE

Art Style: CODE

Platform: Nintendo DSi (DSiWare)

Genre: Puzzle game

Publisher: Nintendo

Championship Pony

Championship Pony

Platform: Nintendo DS

Genre: Simulation game

Publisher: Destination Software

Babysitting Mania

Babysitting Mania

Platform: Nintendo DS, Microsoft Windows

Genre: Simulation game

Publisher: iWin, Majesco Entertainment

Anti-Japan War Online 抗战在线

Anti-Japan War Online 抗战在线

Platform: Personal computer

Genre: Massive multiplayer online roleplaying game

Publisher: PowerNet Technology

Afrika

Afrika

Platform: PlayStation 3

Genre: Simulation

Publisher: JP Sony Computer Entertainment NA Natsume

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Who was the US President on February 05, 2008?

On February 05, 2008 the US President was George W. Bush (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 05, 2008?

On February 05, 2008 the UK Prime Minister was Gordon Brown (Labour).

Who was the Pope on February 05, 2008?

On February 05, 2008 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about February 5th?

February 5th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 5th day of the month of February. 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 February 5th, such as:

  • 2019 - Syrian civil war: ben wallace, the united kingdom minister of security, stated that he believes john cantlie, a british photojournalist, is still alive and being held hostage in syria by islamic state militants.
  • 2018 - Israeli-palestinian conflict: 2018 ariel stabbing: a palestinian rabbi is killed by an israeli arab outside of the israeli-occupied west bank settlement at ariel.
  • 2017 - In afghanistan and northern pakistan, heavy snowfall and avalanches have killed dozens of people. kabul international airport has been closed due to snow and/or ice. (bbc),

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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 February 2008?

February 2008 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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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